School of Arts and Sciences

Brandeis Core Requirements

five interconnected blocks of varying shades representing the five dimensions of the brandeis core: first-year experience, foundational literacies, schools of thought, global engagement, and health, wellness and life skills.

The Brandeis Core encompasses the general education requirements for undergraduates entering the School of Arts and Sciences.

The Core curriculum focuses on five broad areas to strengthen mastery of academic, personal, social and career goals. Each area is interdisciplinary, rooted in Brandeis' bedrock values and focused on the highly complex, interconnected world in which we live. They are:

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First-Year Experience
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Foundational Literacies
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Schools of Thought
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Global Engagement
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Health, Wellness and Life Skills