> CORE 2.0 New Core Curriculum
Information for CONTINUING Students (PRINT VERSION)MSU is introducing a new core curriculum called Core 2.0.
Should I convert to CORE 2.0?
If you entered MSU before Fall 2004 you will be able to graduate with the original core, or you may convert to Core 2.0. However, it may be in your best interest to graduate with CORE 2.0. Please use the core checklist and the conversion website to help you decide.
Can I convert to CORE 2.0 and still graduate by satisfying requirements for my major with an earlier catalog?
Whichever core curriculum you opt for, you do not need to switch catalogs to satisfy departmental or major requirements.
How do I convert to CORE 2.0?
Inform your advisor of your intent to switch and be sure to satisfy all Core 2.0 requirements. You will indicate the core you have completed on your application for graduation. Only original core courses taken before Fall 2004 may be converted to CORE 2.0, as follows:
| Original core courses | Core 2.0 Equivalent |
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| Verbal (V) | Seminar (US) |
| Mathematics (M) | Quantitative Reasoning (Q) |
| Writing (W) | Writing (W) |
| Fine Arts (F) | Inquiry-Arts (IA) |
| Humanities (H) | Inquiry-Humanities (IH) |
| Social Sciences (S) | Inquiry-Social Sciences (IS) |
| Natural Science (N) | Inquiry-Natural Science (IN) |
| Multicultural/Global (G) | Diversity (D) |
| 2nd Humanities (H) or 2nd Social Science (S) or a total of 3 credits of 289, 290, 489 or 490 | Research and Creative Experience (R) |
| 2nd Natural Science (N) | Contemporary Issues in Science (CS) |
Notes:
- Double counting will not be permitted in the conversion to Core 2.0 (e.g. HG must be IH or D)
- There is no lab requirement in CORE 2.0.
What do I do if I choose to stay in the original core?
Refer to the 2002-04 catalog to identify original core courses. Only courses still offered with the same number, regardless of core designation, count the same way they did in the prior catalog.
Questions? E-mail core@montana.edu.
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