General Education

Old General Education Core (prior to Fall 2016)

Students who began a degree program prior to the Fall 2016 semester follow the previous General Education core, including fulfilling “L” (library skills) and “D” (diversity) course requirements.

General Education Core

The General Education core at Middlesex Community College offers students a comprehensive and vibrant curriculum which builds the foundation for lifelong learning.  To that end, our course offerings provide students rich learning experiences meant to develop their abilities to think critically, communicate clearly — orally and in writing — use quantitative and scientific reasoning practically, understand and navigate information and use it effectively, and value others through an appreciation of human differences.  General Education at Middlesex prepares students for their shared responsibilities as global citizens and to thrive in and contribute to an increasingly information dependent society.

Transfer Programs and CSCU “Transfer Ticket” Pathways

This information is for students who enroll in a transfer-oriented Associate Degree program or CSCU Transfer Ticket Pathway in the Fall 2016 semester and later.

Students should consult their Academic Advisors about academic problems, changes in academic plans and graduation requirements.

As of the Fall 2016 semester, the General Education Requirements will align with the General Education Common Core Competencies adopted by the Connecticut State Colleges & Universities System.  The new General Education Core is part of the Transfer Articulation Program designed to ensure seamless transfer from a Connecticut Community College to a Connecticut State University or Charter Oak State College.

While at Middlesex, students must complete general education courses that are designated as fulfilling a set of common core competencies — in addition to degree requirements in their major.

Students in a CSCU Transfer Pathway Program will complete the first 60-63 credits at a community college and the final 60-63 credits in the same field at a CSU.  The Transfer Articulation Program ensures that all of the Associate Degree credits will transfer, students will enter the university with junior (3rd year) status, and they will need to complete no more than 60-63 additional credits to earn a Bachelor’s degree.

Students matriculating in the Fall 2016 semester and beyond are no longer required to take “D” and “L” courses as previously mandated at Middlesex Community College.

Career-Oriented Programs

Guidelines for fulfilling General Education Core Competencies for Career-Oriented Degree Programs.

Students should consult their Academic Advisors about academic problems, changes in academic plans and graduation requirements.

Students must complete 21-23 credits of general education courses that are designated as fulfilling a set of common core competencies — in addition to 39-45 credits of degree requirements in their major.

Students matriculating in the Fall 2016 semester and beyond are no longer required to take “D” and “L” courses as previously mandated at Middlesex Community College.