Experience Our Student-Centered Curriculum
Designing an Area of Concentration or Course of Study is one of the most attractive features of the Bachelor of General Studies degree program.
Students with diverse professional and/or academic interests or goals can design a curriculum that makes sense to them and furthers their professional growth and development far more than a standard, one-size-fits-all program.
Choosing the Area of Concentration
Students may select upper-level coursework from any UM department and even blend curriculum from distinct departments to create their individualized Area of Concentration. Current and incoming BGS students in Junior Standing can also integrate our current online courses and our Saturday Option Curriculum to complete existing Areas of Concentration. To see the most updated list of programs and departments that students can choose for the Area of Concentration, please visit the University of Miami majors and programs page (some restrictions apply).
The department must approve students' Area of Concentration courses. Students will submit their desired coursework and a rationale stating how their chosen courses will benefit them personally or professionally. The Academic Advisor has additional information about the process and can assist you in completing this important step at the right time.
