UC Merced Coursework Explained
Here at UC Merced, all students are required to complete the following requirements to be eligible for graduation.
| Mandatory Graduation Requirements |
| General Education (GE) |
Major Requirements |
Completion of 120 Units minimum |
| Help develops you into a well-rounded student |
Courses that fall into your main field of studies |
A combination of GE and Major courses |
| Teaches you basic skills and knowledge that may benefit your future career |
Prepare you for your future career |
May include optional requirements (listed below) |
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Common to exceed the 120 units minimum |
| Elective Courses |
Minor Requirements |
Double Major Requirements |
| Additional coursework that does not satsify any other requirements |
Must be declared to be official |
Must be declared to be official |
| Helpful to explore different areas of interest |
Can be declared as early as your 1st year |
Can ONLY be decalred starting your 2nd year |
| Helpful to get to 120 units, if needed |
Great way to explore another area of interest |
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Can compliment your currently declared major |
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You will take a combination of courses to ensure your satisfy all requirements in a timely manner and have a balanced schedule.
