Program Learning Objectives

The university’s general education program is structured to provide a coherent, integrated introduction to the breadth of knowledge students will need to be considered a generally well-educated person. The ArtsHumanistic InquirySocial AnalysisLife SciencesPhysical SciencesQuantitative ReasoningCitizenship in a Diverse World Traditions and Historical FoundationsLearning Objectives

The USC Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy is committed to continuous learning and innovative solutions to accomplish our mission: to enhance human health and quality of life. Accordingly, we are preparing the next generation of physical therapists to deliver the highest level of care to society. We are leaders shaping the future of health…Learning…

USC Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences combines the intimacy of a liberal arts college with the intellectual excitement of a research university where new ideas are explored and research pursued by internationally known scholars. UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS Learning Objectives for Undergraduate Degree Programs GRADUATE PROGRAMS Master’s Learning Objectives for the HumanitiesMaster’s…Learning…

Focused on critical thinking, communication skills, ethics and professional knowledge, the USC Leventhal School of Accounting — an integral partner of the USC Marshall School of Business — is dedicated to maintaining a leadership position in accounting education and research. We understand the value of an international, forward-thinking perspective, in addition to a challenging curriculum…Learning…

The USC School of Architecture gives students numerous degree options to best pursue their individual interests and goals. All undergraduate students may choose between three distinct bachelor degrees, and two minors. Our graduate students may choose from our five master’s degrees, three dual degrees and six certificate programs. Through the ongoing success of so many of its alumni, who trained within these…Learning…

The USC Iovine and Young Academy seeks to empower the next generation of thought leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs through a unique educational experience focused at the intersection of four essential areas: the arts and design; technology; venture management; and communication. These new literacies for the 21st century combine to create a new disciplinary expertise that…Learning…

First organized in 1883, the USC Roski School of Art and Design is the oldest art school in Southern California. A supportive environment for experimentation in visual art of all media, the school encourages interdisciplinary, progressive approaches to studio art, design, curatorial practice and critical studies. With equal emphasis on making and thinking, the USC…Learning…

With an emphasis on entrepreneurship and innovation, collaborative research and social responsibility, the USC Marshall School of Business is ideally positioned to address the challenges of a rapidly changing business environment. Our guiding philosophy – success demands an understanding of the inner workings of the global marketplace –has established USC Marshall as a leader among…Learning…

Founded in 1929 in collaboration with the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the USC School of Cinematic Arts is the oldest film school in the nation. Its approximately 10,500 alumni hold leading positions in cinema, television and interactive media, as well as academia. UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS Cinema and Media Studies (BA)Cinematic Arts, Film and…Learning…

The USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism is a national leader in education and scholarship in the fields of communication, journalism, public diplomacy and public relations and their impact on politics, culture, technology and society. With an enrollment of more than 2,200 students, USC Annenberg offers doctoral, graduate and undergraduate degree programs across a…Learning…

The USC Glorya Kaufman School of Dance is the newest school to debut at the University of Southern California. Beginning in the fall of 2015, the Kaufman School will offer a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree who wish to pursue dance as their major. This four-year degree will be housed in the Glorya Kaufman…Learning…

Since 1897, the Ostrow School of Dentistry has shaped talented students into outstanding dentists and dental hygienists. Our challenging clinical education and our expert faculty members provide future oral health professionals with the skills they need in order to become the best. Dentists and dental hygienists are consistently viewed as some of the most trusted…Learning…

The top-ranked USC School of Dramatic Arts is a leader in dramatic arts education. The School uniquely blends artistic training in a conservatory environment with outstanding faculty and the full academic experience found only within a major research university. This close-knit, supportive environment offers students the freedom to explore their artistic passions. Through programs of…Learning…

The mission of the USC Rossier School of Education (pronounced “ross-EAR”) is to prepare leaders to achieve educational equity through practice, research and policy. We work to improve learning opportunities and outcomes in urban settings and to address disparities that affect historically marginalized groups. We teach our students to value and respect the cultural context…Learning…

Consistently ranked among the top 10 engineering schools in the United States, the USC Viterbi School of Engineering is achieving new heights through research and educational leadership in crucial realms of technology and innovation: the information sciences, biomedical engineering and homeland security. The school receives more than $160 million in annual research support and is…Learning…

Founded in 1975, the USC Leonard Davis School of Gerontology is the oldest and largest school of its type in the world. We offer the most comprehensive selection of gerontology degree programs found anywhere, a variety of outstanding research opportunities and a challenging yet supportive academic environment. UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS Bachelor of Science in Human Development and Aging Bachelor…Learning…

USC Gould is an elite law school committed to academic excellence. Our success is comprised of a world-class faculty, a close-knit and diverse student body, a well-situated campus, an interdisciplinary curriculum and a supportive alumni network. The faculty is nationally recognized for its scholarship in many fields, its interdisciplinary focus, public service and leadership in…Learning…

At the Keck School of Medicine of USC, we strive to create global citizens who will become advocates for patients and who will improve the overall health of society. We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for individuals and society by promoting health, preventing and curing disease, advancing biomedical research and educating tomorrow’s…Learning…

Founded in 1884, and today the oldest continually operating cultural institution in Los Angeles, the Thornton School consistently ranks among the top one percent of the nation’s music schools and conservatories. Graduates of the school attain positions with major orchestras, ensembles, recording studios and music industry firms and perform on stages and in studios around the…Learning…

Here at USC Chan, our researchers, educators, clinicians, students and alumni are together dedicated to optimizing the engagement of people — especially those with disability, injury, illness, unhealthy lifestyles or chronic conditions — in the ordinary and extraordinary activities of life. USC Chan graduates are uniquely prepared to tackle the ordinary and extraordinary challenges that…Learning…

The USC School of Pharmacy has long been a leader in developing innovative new courses of study preparing students for a broad array of careers within the field of pharmacy, science, policy and healthcare. Our graduates hold leadership positions in clinical practice, industry, academia and government. Uniquely, our School’s programs cover the entire pharmaceutical continuum…Learning…

At USC Bovard College, our purpose is to unlock career opportunity for our students. We offer rigorous, cutting-edge graduate programs designed for working professionals and delivered fully online. We accomplish this through our dedicated faculty, who are expert practitioners in their fields; an applied curriculum with real-world relevance; and a cutting-edge online learning environment. Graduates…Learning…

With a history spanning almost 90 years, the USC Sol Price School of Public Policy has earned a distinct reputation for excellence in creating scholarship that serves the global public good. Solving societal issues of such complexity requires not only great minds but also great action. USC Price fosters collaboration and partnerships to better understand problems through…Learning…

We provide world-renowned programs spanning across social work, philosophy, and nursing.The University of Southern California consistently ranks among the nation’s top accredited social work graduate programs in U.S. News & World Report. We promote cutting edge research in aging, artificial intelligence, behavioral health, child welfare, crisis and bereavement, homelessness, human trafficking, management and organizations, serious mental…Learning…