Academic Programs
Bachelor of Arts in Literature and Cultural Studies
The program aims to develop the capacity of students to create and appreciate the arts and literature for survival in this world and for attainment of a better quality of life. With this, the courses will develop the skills of students in reading, writing, acting and critiquing not only to enhance their literary and cultural potentials but also to make them contributors in the greater body of knowledge in the field of research.
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Bachelor of Arts in English Language major in Applied Linguistics
Bachelor of Arts in English Language major in Applied Linguistics integrates theory and practice to prepare students for effective communication in English in diverse contexts and situations. Its major goals are to provide a comprehensive knowledge of the English language - its origin, growth and development, structures, and use; enhance the students' competencies in the use of the English language in real-world contexts; and present appropriate strategies of language use through a heightened awareness of how English works in different situations in the Philippines and in Asia and the rest of the world. Career opportunities for graduates of BA in English Language include academic and scholarly work such as teaching and research, business and industry jobs such as public relations, advertising and documentation, and media and publishing such as writing, translating and editing, and government and diplomatic service.
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Bachelor of Science in Biology
The program prepares students to work effectively in relevant settings in the academe, industry, or government and is suitable for students intending to pursue graduate study or a medical degree. The curriculum of each specialization provides rigorous training by engaging and guiding students in essential lecture and laboratory courses.
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Bachelor of Science in Biology Major in Animal Biology Prospectus
Bachelor of Science in Biology Major in Plant Biology Prospectus
Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
This program is designed for students who wish to acquire logical ways of reasoning and to arrive at conclusions based on laws and principles of mathematics. It aims to equip the students with broad knowledge and extensive training in mathematics in order to prepare them for research activities, advanced studies and handle mathematics-oriented activities in private or public firms/institutions.
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Bachelor of Science in Statistics
This program provides the students with a solid foundation in statistical theory and applications. Specially, it will equip students with the fundamental knowledge in data management, analysis, and statistical packages or software. In addition, the program will prepare the students for advance studies in statistics and meet the statistical needs of industries, business, and government agencies.
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Master of Arts in Literature
The course aims to train graduate students to develop and utilize rhetorical thinking regarding literary text. It focuses on the close study and in-depth study of literary approach to criticism. This will provide students the capacity to be creative and appreciative of the arts and literature for better quality of life as a human being.
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Master of English in Applied Linguistics
This course is an advanced study on the application of Linguistic theories and methods to create high-impact research for English pedagogical practices. It aims to make students correlate early and current trends in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics in providing interventions for language-related problems in a wide range of professions; foster deep cross-cultural understanding through the documentation of Philippine Language and development of literacy materials; and be involved in various developmental activities to keep abreast of the problems and solutions related to linguistics and Applied Linguistics in the ASEAN and global contexts.
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Master of Science in Applied Mathematics
This program is intended for college teachers and professionals for the advancement of their skills. It enables them to appreciate the theories of mathematics that anchor the applications of mathematics in other fields; equips them with basic knowledge in solving real-world problems; and prepares them to pursue advanced studies.
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Master of Science in Biology
Since 1995, the Department of Biology has been contemplating on offering a masters degree in Biology to provide its student a set of career development paths to fully enhance their knowledge and skills in biological sciences. The University of Southeaster Philippines College of Arts and Sciences has offered Bachelor of Science in Biology since 1980. Few graduates of this course proceeded to medicine while majority became teachers in elementary and secondary schools after taking up 18 units in education. Those with an advanced degree in Biology became instructors in colleges and universities. An advanced degree in Biology serves the USEP or other University graduates in Biology, Agriculture, and Forestry in the region as they desire to become a researcher or a University lecturer.
Objective
The Masters of Science in Biology is designed for research-oriented and experienced biology teachers who hold first degrees in the field of Biology or related courses. It will provide the students with holistic know-how and academic competence in the field of Botany, Zoology, and Ecology. It brings application to specific scientific approaches in the study of Biology.
Admission Requirements
- All applicants for the admission into MS in Biology program must be holders of a bachelor’s degree.
- Entry requirements for Biology Major: Applicants must have completed at least 18 units in Biology.
- For Non-Biology Major: Applicants must have taken the required subjects listed in the program. A total of at least 27 units should be taken before s/he will be accepted to the program.
- As a rule, applicants should comply with other requirements of the Office of Admission and the Office of Administration Student Records (OASR).
General Degree Requirements
- The requirements for the MS in Biology degree include 31 units of course work, a comprehensive examination and a 6-units master thesis.
- A comprehensive examination will be given upon completion of the academic courses. Comprehensive examinations will be given two months after the completion of the academic courses.
- The master thesis is the final requirement. An approved thesis outline will be conducted after the comprehensive examination. Final defense will be conducted upon completion of the study.
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