WGSS, BA, Two-Year Plan
Transfer plan for the Bachelor of Arts in Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
Sample Plan for New Students
The example below assumes that you enter Seattle University with junior standing (90 credits), have earned a transferable associate degree, and have successfully completed an equivalent to the following:
| Seattle University Course Number and Title | Washington State Community College Common Course Number |
|---|---|
| Language 1150, 1250, and 1350 | Foreign Language or ASL 121, 122 and 123 or demonstrated proficiency |
Visit the Transfer Equivalency Guide for more information. Some courses not listed on the Transfer Equivalency Guide may still transfer to SU.
For courses not found on this tool, compare course descriptions with SU’s course catalog to determine equivalent courses at your college/university:
http://catalog.seattleu.edu/
Degree Requirements
- Total Credits Required for Degree: 180
- Credits in Core: 60
- Credits in College: 20
o HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310
o Modern Language 1150, 1250, 1350 or demonstrated
proficiency - Credits in major: 55
- GPA cumulative minimum: 2.0
- GPA major minimum: 2.0
Resources for Success
- Use MySeattleU for planning courses.
- Meet with a Career Advisor for guidance.
- Access academic support through Learning Assistance Programs.
- Visit Advising Services for further information.
Two-Year Plan for Students with Junior Standing
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module II* (5) | HIST 1200, 1210 or 2310 (5) |
| Course 2 | WGST 2010 Intro to Women and Gender Studies (5) | WGST 3710 Feminist Theories (5) | WGST 3720 Feminist Methodologies (5) |
| Course 3 | WGST Elective (5) | WGST Elective (5) | WGST Elective (5) |
Year 1 Steps for Success
- Meet with your Faculty Advisor
- Meet with Career Engagement Office
- Submit Course Plan for approval via MySeattleU
| Course | Fall | Winter | Spring |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course 1 | UCOR Module II* (5) | UCOR Module III* (5) | WGST 4010 Women and Gender Studies Seminar (5) |
| Course 2 | WGST 4800 Topics in Race, Class, Gender, Sexuality Studies (5) | WGST Elective (5) | WGST Elective (5) |
| Course 3 | General Elective (5) | General Elective (5) | WGST Elective (5) |
Year 2 Steps for Success
- Meet with Advisor for Senior Graduation Check
- Apply for Graduation
- Continue Post Graduation Planning
University Core Requirements
UCOR classes are listed in the sample plan as Module I, II, and III.
See below for UCOR course titles listed by Module. See
my.seattleu.edu for prerequisites and www.seattleu.edu/core for
course descriptions. Honors and Matteo Ricci students have
different Core requirements.
Satisfied in Major: Module I
- UCOR 1100 Academic Writing Seminar
- UCOR 1200 Quantitative Thinking
- UCOR 1300 Creative Expression & Interpretation
- UCOR 1400 Inquiry Seminar in the Humanities
- UCOR 1600 Inquiry Seminar in the Social Sciences
- UCOR 1800 Inquiry Seminar in the Natural Sciences
Module II:
- UCOR 2100 Theological Explorations
- UCOR 2500 Philosophy of the Human Person
- UCOR 2900 Ethical Reasoning
Module III:
- Satisfied in Major: UCOR 3100 Religion in a Global Context
- UCOR 3400 Humanities and Global Challenges OR
- UCOR 3600 Social Sciences and Global Challenges OR
- UCOR 3800 Natural Sciences and Global Challenges
Curriculum Notes
- 30 credits in major electives. Options Include: ARTH 3430; CRJS 4050; ENGL 3720, 3730, 4220, 4230, 4720, 4730; PSYC 3600; SOCL 3120, 3330; THRS 2040, 3020; WGST 2020, 3711, 3840, 3880, 4460, 4910, 4950 or 4960. There will also be more options from classes from departments offered that will be designated as X:WGST (cross-listed). Special Topics courses will be added as departments
propose new offerings and they will be identified each term in the schedule of classes. The Director can also approve other courses; make sure to meet to discuss options if double-majoring or minoring in something else. - Make sure to meet with your Faculty Advisor every quarter before registering to connect and to learn the most up-to-date information about what classes are offered next quarter, as well as get support in your academic and professional formation.