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Frequently-Asked Questions What is the G.E.P. of U.P.? What is the R.G.E.P. of U.P.? What are the general objectives of R.G.E.P.? What are the specific objectives of R.G.E.P.? How do I choose the G.E. subjects for my course? What is a curriculum checklist? How many units do I need to take for each domain? What's the total number of units to take to complete the entire R.G.E.P.? What are the restrictions in choosing the subjects? What are program requirements regarding G.E.? What do you mean by "6 units Philippine Studies from any domain"? What are permanent substitutions? What degree programs have special rulings on permanent substitutions? Who can help me if I am undecided about the subjects to choose? I am ready to choose my GE courses, where do I start? Ξ What is the G.E.P. of U.P.? G.E.P. stands for "General Education Program." It was first approved for implementation 1st semester AY1986-87. In college, the first two years are usually spent for taking general education subjects which prepare the students for learning new skills. The G.E. subjects include a good mix of the Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences and Mathematics to broaden the intellectual and cultural horizons, to foster a commitment to nationalism balanced by a sense of internationalism, to cultivate a capacity for independent, critical and creative thinking, and to infuse a passion for learning with a high sense of moral and intellectual integrity. This is the liberal arts education that makes the U.P. student a well-rounded person and ready for lifelong learning skills. Back to Top Ξ What is the R.G.E.P. of U.P.? R.G.E.P. stands for "Revitalized General Education Program." The R.G.E.P. was approved for implementation the 1st semester Academic Year 2002-2003 by the University Council of UPD. Thus, new freshmen and transfer students coming in starting AY 2002-2003 are the first batch of students to experience this pioneering program which is distinctly U.P. R.G.E.P. subsumes the G.E.P. and therefore, adapts its objectives and framework. The difference between G.E.P. and R.G.E.P. lies in the approach. This is the first of its kind in the country as it allows the student to choose freely, from a menu of G.E. courses, the subjects for their chosen career path. "The entire R.G.E.P.'s freedom of choice concept aims at infusing a passion for learning among students as they are expected to respond more eagerly to courses they choose instead of courses they have no interest and required to take." Back to Top Ξ What are the general objectives of R.G.E.P.? The general objectives of the R.G.E.P. are:
Ξ What are the specific objectives of R.G.E.P.? Specific objectives are:
Ξ How do I choose the G.E. subjects for my course? You choose the subjects most relevant and interesting to you from among the courses qualified as G.E. The subject should fit your needs and the requirements of your course. It should be taken from the three (3) prescribed domains: Arts and Humanities Social Sciences and Philosophy Math, Sciences and Technology Back to Top Ξ What is a curriculum checklist? A curriculum checklist is a listing of your General education (G.E.), major or core and elective courses spread out in the recommended number of semesters in an easy-to-read table format for completion of a particular degree program. This will guide you in choosing the G.E. and major courses you will take for each semester. It will also help you keep track of the subjects you have taken as you fill it out each time. It is always a good idea to print out your curriculum checklist and use it as your constant guide every semester when enlisting. Back to Top Ξ How many units do I need to take for each domain? You are required to take 15 units (or the equivalence of 5 subjects) per domain for a total of 45 units to complete your R.G.E.P. Back to Top Ξ What's the total number of units to take to complete the entire R.G.E.P.? 45 units Back to Top Ξ What are the requirements or restrictions in choosing the subjects? Remember:
Ξ What are program requirements regarding G.E.? Program requirements regarding G.E. pertain to specific subjects, skills or language requirement in your curriculum checklist which you need to take/follow as directed by your department or college. If you look at some of the G.E. courses in your curriculum checklist, some of the subject of a domain may be specifically stated. Examples of such requirements by colleges or departments: you can be required to take Philippine History subjects, all subjects to be taken in English, or specific number of units required in Communication skills or in Math, etc. This means that you have to enroll in the subject or field of study specified to fulfill certain basic requirements in preparation to the major course of your degree program. Back to Top Ξ What do you mean by "6 units Philippine Studies from any domain"? To safeguard UP's commitment to nationalism, you are required to take at least 6 units (or 2 subjects) related to Philippine Studies from any of the 3 domains. Examples of current existing Philippine Studies subjects are: KASAYSAYAN 1, SOCIOLOGY 10 (Soc. Sc and Philo domain), PANITIKAN NG PILIPINAS 12, PANITIKAN NG PILIPINAS 17 (Arts and Humanities domain). Back to Top Ξ What are permanent substitutions? Permanent substitutions are applicable only for certain degree programs. In the old G.E. program, there exists permanent substitutions for Nat. Sci. I/II and Math 1 with a set of courses in major fields of natural science curricula. These are applicable to a number of degree programs (click to open listing for Degree programs with Permanent substitutions). If your degree program is not in the list, you do not have to concern yourself with this rule. Example of substitutions as applied:
As a result of these substitutions, there are some curricula which do not have 42 G.E. units in the old G.E. program. Since an additional 3 units in the Math, Science and Technology domain is required under the R.G.E.P., substitutions are retained plus the increase of 3 units in the total number of G.E. units to be completed. Example:
Other substitutions will have to be approved by the University Council. Students of degree programs where such substitutions have been applied cannot enroll for credit the G.E. courses which have been substituted. Examples: The College of Engineering students cannot enroll for credit Math 1 to partly comply with the required G.E. units under the Math, Science and Technology domain because all the Engineering curricula already require Math 17 and Math 53. BS Chemistry students cannot enroll for credit Nat. Sci. 1 or Nat. Sci. 2 to partly comply with their G.E. units under the Math, Science and Technology domain. Back to Top Ξ What degree programs have special rulings on permanent substitutions? Degree Programs with Permanent Substitutions
Back to Top Ξ Who can help me if I am undecided about the subjects to choose? You will be assigned a faculty adviser from your College or Department by the College Secretary. You can go see the faculty during the advising period prior to registration period. Back to Top Ξ I am ready to choose my GE courses, where do I start? Go to Course Menu for Arts and Humanities Domain Go to Course Menu for Social Sciences and Philosophy Domain Go to Course Menu for Math, Science and Technology Domain Back to Top |
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