Course Numbering System

“Upper-division” is a status given to students who have completed all lower-division (100 and 200 series) courses, including any stated pre-requisites for the program, and who are currently enrolled in 300- and 400-series courses. Upper-division courses are advanced, specialized, in-depth, and emphasize problem-solving, analytical thinking, and theoretical applications beyond the introductory level. These courses often build on the foundation provided by the skills and knowledge of lower-division courses. Upper-division courses may require the student to synthesize topics from a variety of sources as well as require greater responsibility or independence on the part of the student. Masters courses begin at 500 and 600 series. Doctoral courses begin at the 700 series and go to 900 series.