University Explorations Program
The University Explorations Program allows students who want to explore the educational paths that Johnson & Wales offers to pursue a program of general studies as well as introductory courses in areas of interest during their first two semesters. With the help of a faculty adviser, students choose a major by the end of the first year, in any of the colleges at Johnson & Wales. Students who begin their studies in the University Explorations Program may be eligible to earn a bachelor's degree at the end of four years of study.
University Explorations Program
Credits Explorations Courses | ||
| UNEX1010 | University Explorations Seminar | 1 |
| Choose up to six credits from the following: | 6 | |
| Introduction to Business and Management | ||
| Introduction to Criminal Justice | ||
| An Introduction to the Fields of Food, Food Service and Nutrition | ||
| Introduction to Food Product Development | ||
| Macroeconomics | ||
| Introduction to Entrepreneurship | ||
| Design Theory and Practice | ||
| Introduction to Health Professions | ||
| Orientation to the Hospitality Industry | ||
| Introduction to Media & Communication | ||
| Introductory Psychology | ||
| Environmental Science | ||
| Nutrition | ||
| Introduction to the Sports, Entertainment and Event Management Industry | ||
| Introduction to Food Systems | ||
| Sociology I | ||
| Choose six additional credits in consultation with a University Explorations adviser. | 6 | |
| University Core Curriculum | ||
| Communicating | 9 | |
| Rhetoric & Composition I | ||
| Rhetoric & Composition II | ||
| Communication Skills | ||
| Measuring | 3 | |
| A Survey of College Mathematics (or higher, based on student's placement) | ||
| Choose two other courses from University Core Curriculum | 6 | |
| Total Credits | 31.0 | |
Note: Students must pass MATH0010 Pre-Algebra or have equivalent placement scores to enroll in required math courses.
In collaboration with academic colleges Study Abroad offer several options, direct enroll with international universities, domestic and digital options meet with a Study Abroad Advisor to learn more about how your major, minor, free electives, experiential learning and transferable courses would benefit by a Study Abroad program. There are many options for students during a semester, spring and/or summer breaks. Faculty-led, exchange, and direct-enroll programs range in duration from one week to a full semester or full year. Financial aid may be applied, and some partners offer external scholarships. Visit the study abroad website for information, program descriptions and online applications. Where will you go? Wherever you decide, make the best of your educational journey!