The Revitalized General Education Program (RGEP) of the University of the Philippines System is a basic general education or liberal arts program which makes up the first two years of a baccalaureate (Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science) curriculum. In general, it aims to provide students a broad perspective grounded both in the arts and in the sciences. It is the liberal arts education that makes the UP student a well-rounded person, ready for lifelong learning skills.
Students must take a minimum of 15 units from each of the 3 domains for a total of 45 units.
List of RGEP/GE Courses in the College of Science (as of November 2008) | ||
Course | Description | Units |
Biology 10 | The Gene in Life. The fundamental role of the gene in life. |
3 |
Chemistry 1 | A Practical Approach. Basic chemistry concepts and their applications. |
3 |
Geology 2 | The Changing Philippine Landforms. Description and analysis of major physical features and attributes of the Philippine archipelago. |
3 |
Mathematics 1 | Mathematics in Life. Fundamental concepts in mathematics & applications. |
3 |
Natural Science I | Foundations of Natural Science I. Fundamental concepts, principles & theories of physics & chemistry. |
3 |
Natural Science II | Foundations of Natural Science II. Fundamental concepts, principles & theories of earth & life sciences. Prereq: Nat Sci I. |
3 |
Natural Science III | Earth and Life Through Time. Study of the physical, atmospheric, hydrologic and biologic conditions of the earth from pre-history to the modern times. |
3 |
Physics 11 | The Physics of Everyday Activities. Study of basic physical principles through everyday experience of simple to sophisticated technologies in the areas of communication, transportation, information technology and medical technology. |
3 |
Science, Technology & Society (STS) | The analysis from historical & futuristic perspectives of the nature & role of science & technology in society & of the socio-cultural & politico-economic factors affecting their development with emphasis on Philippine setting. Prereq: SS. |
3 |