<p>Can any current undergrads or anyone really comment on the Core reqs? I know what they are, but I'm interested to know how students feel about them...Also, how long does it take to complete the Core? Opinions,complaints, praises are all appreciated..</p>
<p>Also, I want to be an international relations major, if there are any current USC IR majors out there, do you see the Core reqs as a hinderance or a benefit to pursuing IR</p>
<p>Thanks ahead of time</p>
<p>There are six general education classes, two writing, and diversity course about which I have no idea. The interesting part is that USC wants us to have two semesters of science but is okay with no math.</p>
<p>The "core" is 8 or 9 courses which are intended to give everyone at USC a bit of a "liberal arts" education, using the theory that helps everyone out regardless of major. It's either 8 or 9 because a single course may count towards both one of the 6 GE requirements and also the diversity requirement at the same time.</p>
<p>The intention is that since a semester is on average 4 courses (16 units) "core" requirements fill one year. In practice, unless you're in something fancy like Thematic option, engineering, etc., you would complete 6-7 "core" courses freshman year and take 1-2 courses in your major, then complete the extra course or two you need later.</p>
<p>Also if your major requires foreign language, and you do not place out of the 1st or 2nd semester, you might displace a single GE until later so you can begin your language.</p>