Course Requirements
| Core Courses | 36 units | |
|---|---|---|
HDEV 301 Humans and Communication | 5 | |
HDEV 302 Humans: Self and Others | 5 | |
HDEV 303 Humans and Computation | 5 | |
HDEV 401 Humans and History | 5 | |
HDEV 402 Humans and Scientific Inquiry | 5 | |
HDEV 403 Humans and the Arts | 5 | |
HDEV 404 Humans and Ethical Behavior | 5 | |
HDEV 405 Portfolio Assessment/Reflection | 1 | |
| English Concentration | 12 units | |
ENGL 403 Language Principles and Processes (APS only) | 4 | |
ENGL 407 Composition: Theory and Practice (APS only) | 4 | |
ENGL 433 Children's Literature (APS only) | 4 | |
| Total | 48 units | |
Note: A student must complete at least 126 units of study, of which at least 48 units must be completed at Azusa Pacific University. Read more about these degree requirements.
Transfer Work
Azusa Pacific University will accept credit for equivalent courses from schools accredited by regional agencies recognized by Council for Higher Education Administration (CHEA).
Correspondence Course Credit
A maximum of nine semester units of correspondence credit may be applied toward an Azusa Pacific University degree. Students must receive prior approval from the NTES Registrar.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get started?
Online programs may include requirements, procedures, and policies unique to the university's more traditional programs. For more information on how to get started in an APU online program, contact us at (877) 816-6546 or at online@apu.edu.
How many units are in this program?
The program requires 48 semester units. A total minimum of 126 units are required for graduation with the bachelor's degree.
Are scholarships available?
Several types of financial aid are available. The resources range from federal
loans and state grants, to fellowships and scholarships. For details about financial aid programs, please contact the NTES Student Financial Services at (626) 815-5301.
How often do I need to be online for the online program?
You must be online sufficiently throughout each week to participate in threaded discussions and to complete all assignments by their designated deadlines. However, there is no prescribed amount of time or designated time that you will be required to be online because assignments and their deadlines will vary throughout each course.
Will I have to complete any part of my Online Liberal Studies program at an APU campus location?
No. You can complete your degree entirely online. No campus visits or meetings are required.
How many cohorts have completed this program?
More than 145 cohorts of adult students have successfully completed this program, with new groups forming continually.
How soon can I finish this program?
This program can be completed in 19 months.
