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Mathematics MATH

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (10)
  • MATH 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Prereq: none.
  • MATH 95 Introduction to Teaching Math (2)
    Revisit students’ learning difficulties in mathematics in more depth to prepare students to make meaningful observations of how K–12 teachers deal with these di
    Prereq: none.
  • MATH 96 Putnam Seminar (1)
    Students will develop skills in analytical thinking as they solve and present solutions to challenging mathematical problems in preparation for the William Lowe
    Prereq: AP Calculus AB score of 4 or more, or AP Calculus BC score of 3 or more, or MATH 20A.
  • MATH 99R Independent Study (1)
    Independent study or research under direction of a member of the faculty.
    Prereq: Must be of first-year standing and a Regent’s Scholar.
  • MATH 121A Foundations of Teaching and Learning Mathematics I (4)
    Develop teachers’ knowledge base (knowledge of mathematics content, pedagogy, and student learning) in the context of advanced mathematics.
    Prereq: EDS 30/MATH 95 and MATH 31CH or MATH 109. Students who have not completed listed prerequisites may enroll with...
  • MATH 121B Foundations of Teaching and Learning Math II (4)
    Examine how learning theories can consolidate observations about conceptual development with the individual student as well as the development of knowledge in t
    Prereq: MATH 121A. Students who have not completed listed prerequisites may enroll with consent of instructor.
  • MATH 196 Student Colloquium (1)
    A variety of topics and current research results in mathematics will be presented by guest lecturers and students under faculty direction.
    Prereq: upper-division status.
  • MATH 197 Extracurricular Industry Practicum (2 or 4)
    An enrichment program which provides academic credit for work experience with public/private sector employers.
    Prereq: permission of department.
  • MATH 199 Independent Study for Undergraduates (2 or 4)
    Independent reading in advanced mathematics by individual students.
    Prereq: permission of department.
  • MATH 199H Honors Thesis Research for Undergraduates (2–4)
    Honors thesis research for seniors participating in the Honors Program.
    Prereq: admission to the Honors Program in mathematics, department stamp.

Physics PHYS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (11)
  • PHYS 39 Physics Introductory Special Topics (1–5)
    From time to time a member of the regular faculty or a resident visitor will give a self-contained course on an introductory topic in their special area of rese
  • PHYS 39L Physics Introductory Special Topics Lab (1–5)
    From time to time a member of the regular faculty or a resident visitor will offer a freshman-sophomore-level experimental lab in their special area of research
  • PHYS 87 First-year Seminar (1)
    The First-year Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a small semina
  • PHYS 98 Directed Group Study (2)
    Directed group study on a topic, or in a field not included in the regular departmental curriculum.
  • PHYS 99 Independent Study (2)
    Independent reading or research on a topic by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: lower-division standing. Completion of thirty units at UC San Diego undergraduate study, a minimum UC San Dieg...
  • PHYS 139 Physics Special Topics (4)
    From time to time a member of the regular faculty or a resident visitor will give a self-contained short course on a topic in his or her special area of researc
    Prereq: PHYS 2A-B-C-D or 4A-B-C-D-E, MATH 20A-B-C or 31BH, and 18 or 20F or 31AH.
  • PHYS 191 Undergraduate Seminar on Physics (1)
    Undergraduate seminars organized around the research interests of various faculty members.
    Prereq: PHYS 2A or 4A.
  • PHYS 192 Senior Seminar in Physics (1)
    The Senior Seminar Program is designed to allow senior undergraduates to meet with faculty members in a small group setting to explore an intellectual topic in
  • PHYS 198 Directed Group Study (2 or 4)
    Directed group study on a topic or in a field not included in the regular departmental curriculum.
    Prereq: consent of instructor and departmental chair.
  • PHYS 199 Research for Undergraduates (2 or 4)
    Independent reading or research on a problem by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: consent of instructor and departmental chair.
  • PHYS 199H Honors Thesis Research for Undergraduates (2–4)
    Honors thesis research for seniors participating in the Honors Program.
    Prereq: admission to the Honors Program in Physics.

Chemistry and Biochemistry CHEM

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (16)
  • CHEM 87 First-year Student Seminar in Chemistry and Biochemistry (1)
    This seminar will present topics in chemistry at a level appropriate for first-year students.
  • CHEM 96 Introduction to Teaching Science (2)
    (Cross-listed with EDS 31.) Explores routine challenges and exceptional difficulties students often have in learning science.
  • CHEM 99 Independent Study (2 or 4)
    Independent literature or laboratory research by arrangement with and under the direction of a member of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry faculty.
    Prereq: lower-division standing, 3.0 minimum UC San Diego GPA, consent of instructor and department, completion of thi...
  • CHEM 99H Independent Study (1)
    Independent study or research under the direction of a member of the faculty.
    Prereq: student must be of first-year standing and a Regent’s Scholar; approved Special Studies form.
  • CHEM 103 Mass Spectrometry in Research Laboratory (4)
    Mass spectrometry (MS) is used in a variety of industries including biotechnology, forensic science, and environmental science amongst others.
    Prereq: CHEM 163 or consent of instructor.
  • CHEM 117 Biomedical Research in Health Disparities (4)
    A survey of the historical perspective of health disparities including a review of research studies that harmed disadvantaged populations and discussion of race
    Prereq: CHEM 40B, 40CH, or 41C.
  • CHEM 187 Foundations of Teaching and Learning Science (4)
    (Cross-listed with EDS 122.) Examine theories of learning and how they are important in the science classroom.
    Prereq: CHEM 6C or 6CH and CHEM 96 or EDS 31.
  • CHEM 188 Capstone Seminar in Science Education (4)
    (Cross-listed with EDS 123.) In the lecture and observation format, students continue to explore the theories of learning in the science classroom.
    Prereq: CHEM 6C or 6CH and CHEM 187 or EDS 122.
  • CHEM 192 Senior Seminar in Chemistry and Biochemistry (1)
    The Senior Seminar Program is designed to allow senior undergraduates to meet with faculty members in a small group setting to explore an intellectual topic in
    Prereq: department stamp and/or consent of the instructor.
  • CHEM 194 Special Topics in Chemistry (2)
    Selected topics in the field of chemistry.
  • CHEM 195 Methods of Teaching Chemistry (4)
    An introduction to teaching chemistry.
    Prereq: consent of instructor.
  • CHEM 195P Pedagogy and Learning Apprenticeship (4)
    Under the supervision of an instructor, undergraduate students gain teaching experience through practical experiences in course management and effective teachin
    Prereq: consent of instructor.
  • CHEM 196 Reading and Research in Chemical Education (2 or 4)
    Independent literature or discipline-based education research by arrangement with, and under the direction of, a member of the Department of Chemistry and Bioch
    Prereq: upper-division standing, 2.5 minimum GPA, consent of instructor and department.
  • CHEM 197 Chemistry Internship (2 or 4)
    An internship program that provides work experience with public/private sector employers.
    Prereq: completion of ninety units with a minimum GPA of 2.5, and an approved Special Studies online application, and ...
  • CHEM 198 Directed Group Study (1–4)
    Directed group study on a topic or in a field not included in the regular department curriculum, by arrangement with a chemistry and biochemistry faculty member
    Prereq: department approval required and an approved Special Studies online application.
  • CHEM 199 Reading and Research (2 or 4)
    Independent literature or laboratory research by arrangement with, and under the direction of, a member of the Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry faculty.
    Prereq: upper-division standing, minimum GPA of 2.5, consent of instructor and department, and an approved Special Stu...

Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering MAE

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (6)
  • MAE 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Prereq: none.
  • MAE 98 Directed Group Study (2)
    Directed group study on a topic or in a field not included in the regular departmental curriculum.
    Prereq: department approval.
  • MAE 99H Independent Study (1)
    Independent study or research under direction of a member of the faculty.
    Prereq: student must be of first-year standing and a Regent’s Scholar; approved Special Studies form.
  • MAE 197 Engineering Internship (1–12)
    Students work in local industry or hospitals under faculty supervision.
    Prereq: consent of instructor and department stamp, 2.50 overall GPA minimum, at least ninety units.
  • MAE 198 Directed Group Study (1–4)
    Directed group study on a topic or in a field not included in the regular department curriculum, by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: consent of instructor.
  • MAE 199 Independent Study for Undergraduates (1–4)
    Independent reading or research on a problem by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: consent of instructor.

Electrical and Computer Engineering ECE

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (6)
  • ECE 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Prereq: none.
  • ECE 90 Undergraduate Seminar (1)
    This seminar class will provide a broad review of current research topics in both electrical engineering and computer engineering.
    Prereq: none.
  • ECE 195 Teaching (2 or 4)
    Teaching and tutorial activities associated with courses and seminars.
    Prereq: consent of the department chair.
  • ECE 197 ECE Internship (2, 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12)
    An enrichment program that provides work experience with public/private section employers.
    Prereq: minimum UC San Diego 2.5 GPA. Consent of instructor and department stamp.
  • ECE 198 Directed Group Study (1, 2, 3, or 4)
    Topics in electrical and computer engineering whose study involves reading and discussion by a small group of students under direction of a faculty member.
    Prereq: consent of instructor.
  • ECE 199 Independent Study for Undergraduates (2 or 4)
    Independent reading or research by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: consent of instructor.

Computer Science and Engineering CSE

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (13)
  • CSE 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Prereq: none.
  • CSE 89 Introduction to Computer Science and Engineering Seminar (2)
    A seminar format discussion led by CSE faculty on topics in central areas of computer science, concentrating on the relation among them, recent developments, an
    Prereq: none.
  • CSE 90 Undergraduate Seminar (1)
    A seminar providing an overview of a topic of current research interest to the instructor.
  • CSE 95 Tutor Apprenticeship (2)
    Students assigned to tutor for a CSE course for the first time receive individual and group mentoring and training on how to be effective tutors to help them de
  • CSE 99 Independent Study in Computer Science and Engineering (4)
    Independent reading or research by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: lower-division standing. Completion of thirty units at UC San Diego with a UC San Diego GPA of 3.0. Special St...
  • CSE 191 Seminar in CSE (1–4)
    A seminar course on topics of current interest.
    Prereq: consent of instructor. Department stamp required.
  • CSE 192 Senior Seminar in Computer Science and Engineering (1)
    The Senior Seminar Program is designed to allow senior undergraduates to meet with faculty members in a small group setting to explore an intellectual topic in
    Prereq: upper-division standing; department stamp required and consent of instructor.
  • CSE 193 Introduction to Computer Science Research (4) Tag: Applications of Computing
    Introduction to research in computer science.
    Prereq: consent of the department chair. Department stamp required.
  • CSE 197 Field Study in Computer Science and Engineering (4)
    Directed study accompanying full-time on-site computer science internships.
    Prereq: consent of the instructor and approval of the department required. Students may receive credit for one of the ...
  • CSE 197C Cooperative Practicum in Computer Science and Engineering (12)
    Directed study accompanying full-time on-site computer science cooperative education practicum.
    Prereq: department approval. Restricted to CS25, CS26, CS27, and CS29 majors only. Students may receive credit for one...
  • CSE 198 Directed Group Study (2 or 4)
    Computer science and engineering topics whose study involves reading and discussion by a small group of students under the supervision of a faculty member.
    Prereq: consent of the instructor. Department stamp required.
  • CSE 199 Independent Study for Undergraduates (2 or 4)
    Independent reading or research by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: consent of the instructor. Department stamp required.
  • CSE 199H CSE Honors Thesis Research for Undergraduates (4)
    Undergraduate research for completing an honors project under the supervision of a CSE faculty member.
    Prereq: Admission to the CSE department honors program. Consent of the instructor. Department stamp required.

Bioengineering BENG

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (15)
  • BENG 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
  • BENG 90 Special Topics in Bioengineering (1–4)
    Course given at the discretion of the faculty on current topics of interest in bioengineering.
    Prereq: bioengineering majors only (BE25, BE27, BE28, BE29) or consent of department. (F,W,S)
  • BENG 90L Special Topics in Bioengineering with Laboratory (1–4)
    Course given at the discretion of the faculty on current topics of interest in bioengineering.
    Prereq: bioengineering majors only (BE25, BE27, BE28, BE29) or consent of department. (F,W,S)
  • BENG 97 Internship/Field Studies (1–4)
    An enrichment program available to a limited number of lower-division undergraduate students, which provides work experience with industry, government offices,
    Prereq: lower-division standing, completion of thirty units of UC San Diego undergraduate study, a minimum UC San Dieg...
  • BENG 98 Directed Group Study (1–4)
    Directed group study on a topic or in a field not included in the regular department curriculum.
    Prereq: lower-division standing, completion of thirty units of undergraduate study at UC San Diego with a UC San Diego...
  • BENG 99 Independent Study for Undergraduates (4)
    Independent reading or research by arrangement with a bioengineering faculty member.
    Prereq: lower-division standing, completion of thirty units of undergraduate study at UC San Diego with a UC San Diego...
  • BENG 99H Independent Study (1)
    Independent study or research under direction of a member of the faculty.
    Prereq: student must be of first-year standing and a Regents Scholar; approved Special Studies form.
  • BENG 190 Special Topics in Bioengineering (1–4)
    Course given at the discretion of the faculty on current topics of interest in bioengineering.
    Prereq: bioengineering majors only (BE25, BE27, BE28, BE29) or consent of department. (F,W,S)
  • BENG 190L Special Topics in Bioengineering with Laboratory (1–4)
    Course given at the discretion of the faculty on current topics of interest in bioengineering.
    Prereq: bioengineering majors only (BE25, BE27, BE28, BE29) or consent of department. (F,W,S)
  • BENG 191 Senior Seminar I: Professional Issues in Bioengineering (2)
    (Conjoined with BENG 291.) Instills skills for personal and organizational development during lifelong learning.
    Prereq: consent of instructor. (W)
  • BENG 195P Pedagogy and Learning Apprenticeship (2)
    Under the supervision of an instructor, undergraduate students gain teaching experience through practical experiences in course management and effective teachin
    Prereq: 3.0 GPA in the major and department approval. (F,W,S)
  • BENG 196 Bioengineering Industrial Internship (1–4)
    Under the joint supervision of a faculty adviser and industry mentor, the student will work at or be mentored at a bioengineering industrial company to gain pra
    Prereq: consent of department and completion of all lower-division course requirements, including general-science requ...
  • BENG 197 Engineering Internship (1–4)
    An enrichment program, available to a limited number of undergraduate students, which provides work experience with industry, government offices, hospitals, and
    Prereq: completion of ninety units with a 2.5 GPA and approval from a bioengineering faculty coordinator. (F,W,S,Su)
  • BENG 198 Directed Group Study (1–4)
    Directed group study, on a topic or in a field not included in the regular department curriculum, by arrangement with a bioengineering faculty member.
    Prereq: upper-division standing, completion of ninety units of UC San Diego undergraduate study, a minimum UC San Dieg...
  • BENG 199 Independent Study for Undergraduates (4)
    Independent reading or research by arrangement with a bioengineering faculty member.
    Prereq: upper-division standing, completion of ninety units of UC San Diego undergraduate study, a minimum UC San Dieg...

Chemical Engineering CENG

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)
  • CENG 199 Independent Study for Undergraduates (4–4)
    Research project as equivalent to a “senior thesis” can be approved for two technical elective courses (eight units total).
    Prereq: consent of instructor.

NanoEngineering NANO

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (2)
  • NANO 119 NanoEngineering System Design Seminar (1)
    Seminar series focused on strategies in system design and solving engineering problems.
    Prereq: NANO 115L.
  • NANO 199 Independent Study for Undergraduates (4–4)
    Research project as equivalent to a “senior thesis” can be approved for two NanoEngineering elective courses (eight units total).
    Prereq: consent of instructor.

Structural Engineering SE

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (7)
  • SE 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Prereq: open to first-year students only.
  • SE 99H Independent Study (1)
    Independent study or research under direction of a faculty member.
    Prereq: student must be of first year standing and a Regents Scholar. Consent of instructor or department stamp.
  • SE 192 Senior Seminar (1)
    The Senior Seminar is designed to allow senior undergraduates to meet with faculty members to explore an intellectual topic in structural engineering.
    Prereq: SE major. Department stamp and/or consent of instructor.
  • SE 195 Teaching (2–4)
    Teaching and tutorial assistance in a SE course under supervision of instructor.
    Prereq: B average in major, upper-division standing, and consent of department chair. Department stamp required.
  • SE 197 Engineering Internship (1–4)
    An enrichment program, available to a limited number of undergraduate students, which provides work experience with industry, government offices, etc., under th
    Prereq: completion of ninety units with a 2.5 GPA and consent of department chair. Department stamp required.
  • SE 198 Directed Study Group (4)
    Directed group study, on a topic or in a field not included in the regular department curriculum, by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: consent of instructor or department stamp.
  • SE 199 Independent Study (1–4)
    Independent reading or research on a problem by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: consent of instructor or department stamp.

Jacobs School of Engineering ENG

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)
  • ENG 20 Introduction to Engineering Research (2)
    Introduction to research in engineering.
    Prereq: department approval required.

Data Science DSC

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (9)
  • DSC 90 Seminar in Data Science (2)
    Students will learn about a variety of topics in data science through interactive presentations from faculty and industry professionals.
    Prereq: DSC 10/R. Restricted to students within the data science major. All other students will be allowed as space pe...
    Machine learning and deep learningStatistics: inferenceLinear algebra
  • DSC 95 Tutor Apprenticeship in Data Science (2)
    Students will receive training in skills and techniques necessary to be effective tutors for data science courses.
    Prereq: DSC 10. Students must have applied for and been accepted as a tutor for a DSC course for the first time; enrol...
    Machine learning and deep learningStatistics: inferenceLinear algebra
  • DSC 97 Internship in Data Science (2 or 4)
    Individual research on a topic related to data science, by special arrangement with and under the direction of a UC San Diego faculty member, in connection with
    Prereq: (MATH 20C or MATH 31BH), and (MATH 18 or MATH 31AH), and DSC 20 and DSC 40A. Completion of thirty units at UC ...
    Machine learning and deep learningStatistics: inferenceLinear algebra
  • DSC 98 Directed Group Study in Data Science (2 or 4)
    Students will investigate a topic in data science through directed reading, discussion, and project work under the supervision of a faculty member.
    Prereq: (MATH 20C or MATH 31BH) and (MATH 18 or MATH 31AH) and DSC 20 and DSC 40A. Completion of thirty units at UC Sa...
    Machine learning and deep learningStatistics: inferenceLinear algebra
  • DSC 99 Independent Study in Data Science (2 or 4)
    Students will participate in independent study or research in data science under the direction of a UC San Diego faculty member.
    Prereq: (MATH 20C or MATH 31BH) and (MATH 18 or MATH 31AH) and DSC 20 and DSC 40A. Completion of thirty units at UC Sa...
    Machine learning and deep learningStatistics: inferenceLinear algebra
  • DSC 191 Seminar in Data Science (1 or 2)
    A seminar course on topics of current interest in data science.
    Prereq: restricted to students with upper-division standing. Department and instructor approval is required to monitor...
    Machine learning and deep learningStatistics: inferenceLinear algebra
  • DSC 197 Data Science Internship (1–4)
    Individual research on a topic related to data science, by special arrangement with and under the direction of a faculty member, in connection with an internshi
    Prereq: restricted to students with upper-division standing. Consent of the instructor and approval of the department....
    Machine learning and deep learningStatistics: inferenceLinear algebra
  • DSC 198 Directed Group Study in Data Science (2 or 4)
    Data science topics whose study involves reading and discussion by a small group of students under supervision of a faculty member.
    Prereq: restricted to students with upper-division standing. Consent of the instructor and approval of the department....
    Machine learning and deep learningStatistics: inferenceLinear algebra
  • DSC 199 Independent Study for Data Science Undergraduates (2 or 4)
    Independent reading or research on a topic related to data science by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: restricted to students with upper-division standing. Consent of the instructor and approval of the department....
    Machine learning and deep learningStatistics: inferenceLinear algebra

Astronomy and Astrophysics ASTR

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (11)

Academic Internship Program AIP

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (6)
  • AIP 97 Academic Internship (2, 4)
    Individual placements for field learning.
    Prereq: lower-division standing, completion of thirty units of UC San Diego undergraduate study, a minimum UC San Dieg...
  • AIP 197 Academic Internship Program (2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12)
    Individual internship placements integrated with an academic discipline.
    Prereq: upper-division standing; department approval.
  • AIP 197DC UCDC: Washington, DC Internship (8, 10)
    This internship is attached to the University of California, Washington Center programs.
    Prereq: upper-division standing; department approval.
  • AIP 197P Public Service Internship (4, 8, 12)
  • AIP 197T Academic Internship Program—Special Programs (2)
    Individual placements for field learning associated with UC San Diego partnerships and special programs.
    Prereq: ninety units minimum completed; 2.5 minimum cumulative GPA; department approval.
  • AIP 197EX Internship Seminar (2, 4)
    Seminar course accompanying approved internships in professional settings.
    Prereq: upper-division standing; department approval. Internships must be approved prior to enrollment.

African American Studies AAS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (10)

Analytical Writing Program AWP

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)
  • AWP 100 Writing a Researched Argument (4)
    This course offers students intensive instruction in the critical and rhetorical practices necessary to craft strong, research-informed arguments.
    Prereq: upper-division or graduate standing.
    Writing, reading and study skills

Anthropology ANTH

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (8)

Anthropology: Archaeology ANAR

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)

Anthropology: Biological ANBI

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)

Anthropology: Sociocultural ANSC

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (5)

Asian American and Pacific Islander Studies AAPI

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (2)

Biology: Animal Physiology and Neuroscience BIPN

Biology: Biochemistry BIBC

Biology: Cell and Developmental BICD

Biology: Ecology, Behavior and Evolution BIEB

Biology: Lower Division BILD

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (7)
  • BILD 70 Genomics Research Initiative Lab I (4)
    Students will isolate bacterial viruses or other organisms from the environment and characterize them by methods including electron microscopy and nucleic acid
    Prereq: department approval required.
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiologyBiochemistry
  • BILD 80 Job and Internship Preparation: Job Application (1)
    This is an internship and job preparation course where professional development skills will be built upon in future quarters.
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiologyBiochemistry
  • BILD 81 Job and Internship Preparation: Interview Skills (1)
    This is an internship and job preparation course where professional development skills will build upon what was learned in the prior quarter.
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiologyBiochemistry
  • BILD 82 Job and Internship Preparation: Professional Development Skills (1)
    This is an internship and job preparation course where professional development skills will build upon what was learned in the prior quarter.
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiologyBiochemistry
  • BILD 87 First-year Seminar (1)
    The First-year Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a small semina
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiologyBiochemistry
  • BILD 98 Directed Group Study (1 to 4)
    Investigation of a topic in biological sciences through directed reading and discussion by a small group of students under the supervision of a faculty member.
    Prereq: department approval required.
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiologyBiochemistry
  • BILD 99 Independent Research (2 or 4)
    Independent research by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: department approval required.
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiologyBiochemistry

Biology: Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Immunology BIMM

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)
  • BIMM 170 Genomics Research Initiative Laboratory II (4)
    Students will characterize the genomic sequence of the organisms isolated in BILD 70 and use molecular and computational tools to resolve ambiguities and close
    Prereq: BILD 70.
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiologyBiochemistry

Biology: Special Projects BISP

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (8)
  • BISP 170 Bioscholars Seminar: From Bench to Bedside and Beyond (2)
    Course will examine different aspects of a current topic in biology and will include several speakers.
    Prereq: BILD 1 and BILD 2.
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiology
  • BISP 192 Senior Seminar in Biology (1)
    The Senior Seminar Program is designed to allow senior undergraduates to meet with faculty members in a small group setting to explore an intellectual topic in
    Prereq: upper-division standing; department stamp and/or consent of instructor.
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiology
  • BISP 193 Biology Education Research (2 or 4)
    Individual research on a problem in biology education by special arrangement with and under the direction of a faculty member.
    Prereq: department approval required. Enrollment is via department approval only. Students must complete a Special Stu...
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiology
  • BISP 195P Pedagogy and Learning Apprenticeship (4)
    Under the supervision of an instructor, undergraduate students gain teaching experience through practical experiences in course management and effective teachin
    Prereq: school approval required and upper-division standing.
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiology
  • BISP 196 Honors Thesis in Biological Sciences (4)
    Course for student participants in the senior Honors thesis research program.
    Prereq: Students must have senior standing; 3.5 overall and major GPA or above. Research must be approved by Honors th...
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiology
  • BISP 197 Biology Internship Program (2 or 4)
    Individual research on a problem by special arrangement with, and under the direction of, a UC San Diego faculty member and a selected researcher in industry or
    Prereq: department approval required. Students must complete at least ninety units of credit and have a minimum GPA of...
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiology
  • BISP 198 Directed Group Study (1 to 4)
    Investigation of a topic in biological sciences through directed reading and discussion by a small group of students under the supervision of a faculty member.
    Prereq: department approval required. Enrollment is via department approval only. Students must complete a Special Stu...
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiology
  • BISP 199 Individual Research for Undergraduates (2 or 4)
    Individual research on a problem by special arrangement with, and under the direction of, a faculty member.
    Prereq: department approval required. Students must complete at least ninety units of credit and have a minimum GPA of...
    Biology: cell, genetics and physiology

Chicanx and Latinx Studies CLX

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (8)

Chinese Studies CHIN

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (3)

Cinematic Arts CINE

Classical Studies CLAS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (6)
  • CLAS 87 First-year Seminar (1)
    The First-year Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a small semina
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • CLAS 109 Greek Seminar (4)
    Readings in Greek covering specific topics in ancient Greek literature, philosophy, history, and religion.
    Prereq: LTGK 1, 2, 3, or equivalent.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • CLAS 110 Latin Seminar (4)
    Readings in Latin covering specific topics in ancient Latin literature, philosophy, history, and religion.
    Prereq: LTLA 1, 2, 3, or equivalent.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • CLAS 196A Directed Honors Thesis in Classical Studies (4)
    BA honors thesis research under the direction of a member of a classical studies program faculty.
    Prereq: acceptance into the classical studies honors program and consent of instructor.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • CLAS 198 Directed Group Study (4)
    Directed group study on a topic not generally included in the regular curriculum.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • CLAS 199 Independent Study (4)
    Independent study on a topic not generally included in the regular curriculum.
    Writing, reading and study skills

Climate Change Studies CCS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (3)
  • CCS 102 Research Perspectives on Climate Change (2)
    This course introduces students to exciting and current research topics related to climate change as presented by faculty and researchers across UC San Diego.
    Prereq: upper-division standing.
    Earth and ocean scienceRenewable and environmental energy
  • CCS 197 Carbon Neutrality Internship (1–4)
    A campus-based internship, typically designed by the student, that will help the university meet our stated carbon neutrality goals.
    Prereq: CCS 101, CCS 102, and department approval.
    Earth and ocean scienceRenewable and environmental energy
  • CCS 199 Supervised Independent Study or Research (2–4)
    Independent reading or research on a topic related to climate change by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: CCS 101, CCS 102, and department approval.
    Earth and ocean scienceRenewable and environmental energy

Cognitive Science COGS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (13)

Communication COMM

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (12)
  • COMM 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • COMM 102B MMPP: Audio Story and Podcasting Practicum (6)
    Production-oriented course involving diverse audio media forms.
    Prereq: COMM 10 and COMM 101.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • COMM 102C MMPP: Practicum in New Media and Community Life (6)
    A combined lecture/lab in a specially designed after-school setting in southeastern San Diego working with children and adults.
    Prereq: none
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • COMM 102D MMPP: Practicum in Child Development (6)
    A combined lecture/lab course on after-school learning, social change, and community-based research.
    Prereq: none.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • COMM 115J Journalistic Writing, Reporting, and Research (4)
    Introduction to the basics of journalistic writing, reporting, and research.
    Prereq: COMM 10, COMM 20, COMM 30, COMM 30GS, or COMM 40.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • COMM 190 Junior Seminar in Communication (4)
    The junior seminar enables a detailed examination of a specific topic from the field of communication selected by the instructor, exploring in greater depth the
    Prereq: COMM 10 and one from COMM 100A, 100B, 100C.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • COMM 190R Junior Seminar in Communication (4)
    The junior seminar enables a detailed examination of a specific topic from the field of communication selected by the instructor, exploring in greater depth the
    Prereq: COMM 10 and one from COMM 100A, 100B, 100C.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • COMM 194 Research Seminar in Washington, D.C. (4)
    (Same as POLI 194, USP 194, HITO 193, SOCI 194, and COGS 194) Course attached to six-unit internship taken by students participating in the UCDC program.
    Prereq: participation in UCDC program.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • COMM 196A Honors Seminar in Communication I: Methods (4)
    Preparation of an honors thesis, which can be either a research paper or a media production project.
    Prereq: admission to the departmental honors program.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • COMM 196B Honors Seminar in Communication II: Research (4)
    Preparation of an honors thesis, which can be either a research paper or a media production project.
    Prereq: minimum grade of B+ in COMM 196A.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • COMM 198 Directed Group Study in Communication (4)
    Directed group study on a topic or in a field not included in the regular curriculum by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: consent of instructor. (P/NP grades only.)
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • COMM 199 Independent Study in Communication (4)
    Independent study and research under the direction of a member of the faculty.
    Prereq: consent of instructor. (P/NP grades only.)
    Writing, reading and study skills

Computational Social Science CSS

Critical Community Engagement CCE

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)
  • CCE 3 Elements of Community-Engaged Collaborative Research (4)
    This course introduces students to community-engaged collaborative research and community-facing writing.
    Prereq: Eighth College students only; CCE 2.
    Writing, reading and study skills

Critical Gender Studies CGS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (6)

Culture, Art, and Technology CAT

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (10)
  • CAT 75 Experience Art!—Sixth College Seminar Series (1)
    Seminars are hands-on arts experiences (performances, exhibits, site visits, etc.).
    Prereq: Sixth College students only.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills
  • CAT 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Prereq: none.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills
  • CAT 90 Introduction to Experiential Learning Seminar (1)
    A lower-division seminar to introduce new Sixth College students to experiential learning in a small-group setting.
    Prereq: Sixth College students only; department authorization required.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills
  • CAT 124 Sixth College Practicum (4)
    Students initiate, plan, and carry out community-based and/or research-based projects that connect classroom-based experiences and knowledge to the outlying com
    Prereq: upper-division standing; department authorization required.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills
  • CAT 124GS Sixth College Practicum Global Seminar (4)
    This course will have students initiate, plan, and carry out research-based and/or community-based projects.
    Prereq: upper-division standing; department authorization required.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills
  • CAT 124RS Sixth College Practicum Online Global Seminar (4)
    Students initiate, plan, and carry out research-based and/or community-based projects that connect classroom-based experiences and knowledge to the outlying com
    Prereq: upper-division standing; department authorization required.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills
  • CAT 125GS Public Rhetoric and Practical Communication Global Seminar (4)
    Upper-division composition course in public rhetoric and practical communication, including oral presentation, writing in print formats, and digital content-cre
    Prereq: upper-division standing; department authorization required.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills
  • CAT 125RS Public Rhetoric and Practical Communication Online Global Seminar (4)
    Online upper-division composition course in public rhetoric and practical communication, including oral presentation, writing in print formats, and digital cont
    Prereq: upper-division standing; department authorization required.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills
  • CAT 192 Senior Seminar in Culture, Art, and Technology (1)
    The Senior Seminar Program is designed to allow senior undergraduates to meet with faculty members in a small group setting to explore an intellectual topic in
    Prereq: upper-division standing; department authorization required.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills
  • CAT 195 Apprentice Teaching (4)
    Undergraduate instructional assistance.
    Prereq: upper-division standing; 3.0 cumulative GPA; department authorization required.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills

Design DSGN

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (5)
  • DSGN 90 Undergraduate Seminar (1)
    Special topics in design are discussed.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • DSGN 99 Independent Study (2 or 4)
    Independent literature or laboratory research by arrangement with and under direction of a design faculty member.
    Prereq: lower-division standing, completion of thirty units of UC San Diego undergraduate study, a minimum UC San Dieg...
    Visual arts, film and design
  • DSGN 160 Special Topics in Design (4)
    Special topics in design.
    Prereq: upper-division standing or consent of instructor.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • DSGN 195 Instructional Apprenticeship in Design (4)
    Students, under the direction of the instructor, lead laboratory or discussion sections, attend lectures, and meet regularly with the instructor to help prepare
    Prereq: upper-division standing, 3.0 GPA, consent of instructor, and department approval.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • DSGN 198 Directed Group Study (2 or 4)
    This directed group study course is for small groups of advanced students who wish to complete a one-quarter reading or research project under the mentorship of
    Prereq: upper-division standing, 2.5 GPA, consent of instructor, and department approval.
    Visual arts, film and design

Dimensions of Culture DOC

Economics ECON

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (9)

Education Studies EDS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (22)

Eleanor Roosevelt College ERC

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (5)
  • ERC 20 First-year Student Honors Seminar: International Themes (1)
    This weekly seminar focuses on a chosen international theme with faculty speakers.
    Prereq: open to students in the Eleanor Roosevelt College First-year Student Honors Program only.
  • ERC 89 Practicum in Math Tutoring (2)
    Undergraduate students will be provided with one hour of instruction on pedagogy of tutoring math in a public high school setting and placement in regional publ
    Prereq: Math 10A or 20A.
  • ERC 188 Transfer Seminar: The Research University (1)
    This weekly seminar focuses on the skills required to write an upper-division research paper and prepare for a winter quarter internship through Academic Intern
    Prereq: department stamp.
  • ERC 192A Global Service Research Seminar (2)
    This is the first course of a two-course elective sequence (ERC 192A and ERC 192B) entitled ERC Global Service and Research.
    Prereq: department stamp.
  • ERC 90 Undergraduate Seminar (1)
    A seminar intended for exposing undergraduate students, especially first-year students and sophomores, to exciting research programs conducted by the faculty.
    Prereq: none. Pass/Not Pass only.

Environmental Studies ENVR

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (4)
  • ENVR 87 Environmental Studies First-year Seminar (1)
    The First-year Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a small semina
    Earth and ocean scienceRenewable and environmental energy
  • ENVR 195 Apprentice Teaching (0-4)
    Instructor will define assistant’s responsibilities in preparing class presentations, leading students’ discussions, and evaluating students’ work.
    Prereq: department approval required.
    Earth and ocean scienceRenewable and environmental energy
  • ENVR 198 Directed Group Study (4)
    Directed group research and study, normally with a focus on areas not otherwise covered in the curriculum.
    Prereq: upper-division standing or consent of instructor. Department stamp required. May be taken three times for cred...
    Earth and ocean scienceRenewable and environmental energy
  • ENVR 199 Independent Study (4)
    Independent study in a topic not generally covered in the regular curriculum.
    Prereq: consent of instructor, director of Environmental Studies. May be taken two times for credit as content varies....
    Earth and ocean scienceRenewable and environmental energy

Environmental Systems ESYS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (5)

Ethnic Studies ETHN

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (7)

Film Production FILM

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (5)
  • FILM 87 Film Studies First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Prereq: none.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • FILM 170 Cinematic Arts Practicum (4)
    A practicum course required of all cinematic arts majors, where students are mentored as part of an external internship or community-engagement project.
    Prereq: open to cinematic arts majors only.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • FILM 197 Film Internship Program (2–4)
    Students will engage in an internship to build skills related to cinematic arts and film studies.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • FILM 198 Directed Group Study (2–4)
    Directed group study on a topic or in a field not included in the regular curriculum by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • FILM 199 Independent Study (2–4)
    Individual research and study on a particular subject related to cinematic arts by special arrangement with and under the direction of a faculty member.
    Visual arts, film and design

Global Health GLBH

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (10)

Global South Studies GSS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (2)

History: Africa HIAF

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (2)

History: East Asia HIEA

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (4)

History: Europe HIEU

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (6)

History: Global HIGL

History: Latin America HILA

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (3)

History: Lower Division HILD

History: Near East HINE

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (5)

History: Science HISC

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (3)

History: South Asia HISA

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (2)

History: Topics HITO

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (7)

History: United States HIUS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (4)

Human Developmental Sciences HDS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (11)
  • HDS 95 Career Development Seminar (1–2)
    This course is centered on conceptual understanding of career development as a lifespan process, with an emphasis on application to student’s individual academi
    Psychology and cognitive science methodsStatistics: inference
  • HDS 98 Directed Group Study (1–2)
    Directed group study, on a topic or in a field not included in the department curriculum, by arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: completion of thirty units and a minimum UC San Diego GPA of 3.0. Students may enroll for no more than a total...
    Psychology and cognitive science methodsStatistics: inference
  • HDS 99 Independent Study in Human Developmental Sciences (2–4)
    Independent study and research under the direction of an affiliated human developmental sciences faculty member.
    Prereq: completion of thirty units and a minimum UC San Diego GPA of 3.0. Department authorization required.
    Psychology and cognitive science methodsStatistics: inference
  • HDS 150 Senior Seminar (4)
    Seminar for graduating HDS seniors.
    Prereq: senior standing, HDP 181 or HDS 181. Department approval required. (F,W,S)
    Psychology and cognitive science methodsStatistics: inference
  • HDS 160 Special Topics Seminar in Human Developmental Sciences (4)
    Special topics in human developmental sciences are discussed.
    Prereq: upper-division standing, department approval required.
    Psychology and cognitive science methodsStatistics: inference
  • HDS 181 Experimental Projects in Human Development Research (6)
    This laboratory course in human developmental sciences is designed around a variety of intensive experimental projects.
    Prereq: HDS 1 and HDS 60 or BIEB 100 or COGS 14B or ECON 120A or MATH 11 or POLI 30 or POLI 30D or PSYC 60. Department...
    Psychology and cognitive science methodsStatistics: inference
  • HDS 191 Field Research in Human Development (6)
    Psychology and cognitive science methodsStatistics: inference
  • HDS 193 Advanced Research in Human Developmental Sciences (4)
    Specialized research project under the direction of a human developmental sciences affiliated faculty member.
    Prereq: upper-division standing; department approval required. Overall GPA of 2.8, one lab course, and three HDS core ...
    Psychology and cognitive science methodsStatistics: inference
  • HDS 194A Honors Thesis in Human Developmental Sciences (4-4-4)
    Students carry out a three-quarter research project, under the guidance of a faculty member, that will form the basis for their senior honors thesis in the huma
    Prereq: overall GPA of 3.2, and a 3.5 GPA for courses taken in the HDS major; an advanced course in statistics or expe...
    Psychology and cognitive science methodsStatistics: inference
  • HDS 195P Pedagogy and Learning Apprenticeship (4)
    Under the supervision of an instructor, undergraduate students gain teaching experience through practical experiences in course management and effective teachin
    Prereq: overall GPA of 3.0, 90 units completed, department approval, and consent of instructor required.
    Psychology and cognitive science methodsStatistics: inference
  • HDS 199 Independent Study in Human Developmental Sciences (4)
    Independent study and research under the direction of an affiliated human developmental sciences faculty member.
    Prereq: department approval and consent of the instructor required; completion of at least ninety undergraduate units ...
    Psychology and cognitive science methodsStatistics: inference

Humanities HUM

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (2)

International Studies INTL

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (4)

Japanese Studies JAPN

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (2)

Jewish Studies JWSP

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (4)

Linguistics/Arabic LIAB

Linguistics LIDS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)
  • LIDS 19 Directed Study—Language (2–4)
    Introductory-level study of a language in the language laboratory on a self-instructional basis.
    Languages and linguistics

Linguistics/French LIFR

Linguistics/German LIGM

Linguistics/Hindi LIHI

Linguistics/Heritage Languages LIHL

Linguistics/Italian LIIT

Linguistics/Portuguese LIPO

Linguistics/American Sign Language LISL

Linguistics/Spanish LISP

Latin American Studies LATI

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (5)

Law and Society LAWS

Linguistics LIGN

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (9)
  • LIGN 87 First-year Seminar (1)
    The First-year Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a small semina
    Languages and linguistics
  • LIGN 179 Second Language Acquisition Research (4)
    This course will investigate topics in second language acquisition including the critical period, the processing and neural representation of language in biling
    Prereq: LIGN 101, or upper-division standing, or consent of instructor.
    Languages and linguistics
  • LIGN 187 Seminar on Special Topics (4)
    Special topics in linguistics are discussed.
    Prereq: As topics will vary with each offering, and will be advanced in level, the department must approve if students...
    Languages and linguistics
  • LIGN 188R Introduction to Research Methods in Linguistics (2–4)
    This course provides an overview of foundational issues and methods for research in linguistics.
    Languages and linguistics
  • LIGN 192 Senior Seminar in Linguistics (1)
    The Senior Seminar Program is designed to allow senior undergraduates to meet with faculty members in a small group setting to explore an intellectual topic in
    Prereq: department stamp and/or consent of instructor.
    Languages and linguistics
  • LIGN 195P Pedagogy and Learning Apprenticeship (0–4)
    Under the supervision of an instructor, undergraduate students gain teaching experience through practical experiences in course management and effective teachin
    Prereq: consent of instructor, advanced standing.
    Languages and linguistics
  • LIGN 197 Linguistics Internship (2 or 4)
    The student will undertake a program of practical research in a supervised work environment.
    Prereq: consent of instructor.
    Languages and linguistics
  • LIGN 199 Independent Study in Linguistics (2 or 4)
    The student undertakes a program of research or advanced reading in linguistics under the supervision of a faculty member of the Department of Linguistics.
    Prereq: consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit.
    Languages and linguistics
  • LIGN 199H Honors Independent Study in Linguistics (4)
    The student undertakes a program of research and advanced reading in linguistics under the supervision of a faculty member in the Department of Linguistics.
    Prereq: admission to Honors Program.
    Languages and linguistics

Literature: African LTAF

Literature: American LTAM

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)
  • LTAM 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Writing, reading and study skills

Literature: Chinese LTCH

Literature: Cultural Studies LTCS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (9)
  • LTCS 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Prereq: none.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTCS 111 Special Topics in Popular Culture in Historical Context (4)
    Exploration of forms of popular culture in different historical and geographical contexts.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTCS 111GS Special Topics in Popular Culture in Historical Context (4)
    Exploration of forms of popular culture in different historical and geographical contexts.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTCS 132 Special Topics in Social Identities and the Media (4)
    A study of media representation and various aspects of identity, such as gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity, social class, culture, and geopolitical location.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTCS 141 Special Topics in Race and Empire (4)
    The role of race and culture within the history of empires; may select a single empire for consideration, such as France, Britain, United States, or Japan, or c
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTCS 165 Special Topics: The Politics of Food (4)
    This course will examine the representation and politics of food in literary and other cultural texts.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTCS 172 Special Topics in Screening Race/Ethnicity, Gender and Sexuality (4)
    Exploring both Hollywood and international filmmaking, an exploration of screen representations with attention to race/ethnicity, gender, and sexuality in diffe
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTCS 172GS Special Topics in Screening Race/Ethnicity, Gender, and Sexuality (4)
    Exploring both Hollywood and international filmmaking, an exploration of screen representations with attention to race/ethnicity, gender, and sexuality in diffe
    Prereq: department approval required. Students must apply and be accepted to the Global Seminars Program.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTCS 198 Directed Group Study (4)
    Directed group research, under the guidance of a member of the faculty, in an area not covered in courses currently offered by the department.
    Prereq: permission of the department.
    Writing, reading and study skills

Literature: East Asian LTEA

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)

Literature: English LTEN

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (4)
  • LTEN 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Prereq: none.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTEN 192 Senior Seminar in Literatures in English (1)
    The Senior Seminar Program is designed to allow senior undergraduates to meet with faculty members in a small group setting to explore an intellectual topic in
    Prereq: department stamp and/or consent of instructor.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTEN 196 Honors Thesis (4)
    Senior thesis research and writing for students who have been accepted for the Literature Honors Program and who have completed LTWL 191.
    Prereq: department approval.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTEN 198 Directed Group Study (4)
    Research seminars and research, under the direction of a member of the staff.
    Prereq: department approval.
    Writing, reading and study skills

Literature: European LTEU

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (2)
  • LTEU 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTEU 137 Seminars in German Culture (4)
    (Cross-listed with LTGM 190.) These seminars are devoted to a variety of special topics, including the works of single authors, genre studies, problems in liter
    Writing, reading and study skills

Literature: French LTFR

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)

Literature: German LTGM

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (2)

Literature: Greek LTGK

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)

Literature: Italian LTIT

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (2)

Literature: Korean LTKO

Literature: Latin LTLA

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)

Literature: Russian LTRU

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (4)

Literature: Spanish LTSP

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (4)

Literature: Theory LTTH

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)
  • LTTH 198 Directed Group Study (4)
    Directed group study, under the guidance of a member of the faculty, in an area not covered in courses currently offered by the department.
    Writing, reading and study skills

Literature: World LTWL

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (8)
  • LTWL 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTWL 172 Special Topics in Literature (4)
    Studies in specialized literary, philosophic, and artistic movements, approaches to literature, literary ideas, historical moments, etc.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTWL 172GS Special Topics in Literature (4)
    Studies in specialized literary, philosophic, and artistic movements, approaches to literature, literary ideas, historical moments, etc.
    Prereq: department approval required. Students must apply and be accepted to the Global Seminars Program.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTWL 191 Honors Seminar (4)
    Explorations in critical theory and method.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTWL 192 Senior Seminar in Literatures of the World (1)
    The Senior Seminar Program is designed to allow senior undergraduates to meet with faculty members in a small group setting to explore an intellectual topic in
    Prereq: department stamp and/or consent of instructor.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTWL 194A Honors Practicum (1)
    Honors practicum for those students in the literature department Honors Program.
    Prereq: LTWL 194 or LTWR 194, and senior standing.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTWL 196 Honors Thesis (4)
    Senior thesis research and writing for students who have been accepted for the Literature Honors Program and who have completed LTWL 191.
    Prereq: department approval.
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • LTWL 198 Directed Group Study (4)
    Research seminars and research, under the direction of faculty member.
    Prereq: department approval.
    Writing, reading and study skills

Literature: Writing LTWR

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (4)

Making of the Modern World MMW

Management MGT

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (4)

Muir College MUIR

Muir College Writing MCWP

Music MUS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (21)
  • MUS 43 Department Seminar (1)
    The department seminar serves both as a general department meeting and as a forum for the presentation of research and performances by visitors, faculty, and st
    Music theory
  • MUS 80 Special Topics in Music (1–4)
    This course presents selected topics in music and consists of lecture and listening sessions.
    Prereq: consent of the instructor based on the instructor and topic in a given quarter.
    Music theory
  • MUS 87 First-year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Student Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a smal
    Music theory
  • MUS 103A Seminar in Composition I (4)
    First part in composition course sequence.
    Prereq: MUS 33C.
    Music theory
  • MUS 103B Seminar in Composition II (4)
    Second part in composition course sequence.
    Prereq: MUS 103A.
    Music theory
  • MUS 103C Seminar in Composition III (4)
    Third part in composition course sequence.
    Prereq: MUS 103B.
    Music theory
  • MUS 103D Honors Seminar in Composition (4-4-4)
    Advanced individual projects for senior music majors pursuing honors in composition.
    Prereq: MUS 103A-B-C and admission into the Department of Music Honors Program in composition. Department approval req...
    Music theory
  • MUS 107 Critical Studies Seminar (4)
    This seminar explores the history of music in relation to critical issues, such as race, gender, sexuality, the environment, and politics.
    Prereq: upper-division standing. Restricted to music majors or consent of instructor; department approval required.
    Music theory
  • MUS 110 Introduction to Ethnomusicology Seminar (4)
    This seminar introduces the central theories, methods, and approaches used to study the music of contemporary cultures, in their local contexts.
    Prereq: upper-division standing or consent of instructor.
    Music theory
  • MUS 116 Popular Music Studies Seminar (4)
    This course examines special topics in popular music from various sociopolitical, aesthetic, and performance perspectives.
    Prereq: upper-division standing or consent of instructor.
    Music theory
  • MUS 132 Proseminar in Music Performance (4)
    Individual or master class instruction in advanced instrumental performance.
    Prereq: audition and department approval.
    Music theory
  • MUS 132V Proseminar in Vocal Instruction (4)
    Individual instruction in advanced vocal performance.
    Prereq: audition and department approval.
    Music theory
  • MUS 137D Seminar in Jazz Studies I (4)
    Advanced individual projects for senior music majors pursuing honors in jazz and music of the African diaspora.
    Prereq: MUS 137A-B-C and admission into the Music Department Honors Program in jazz. Department approval required.
    Music theory
  • MUS 137E Seminar in Jazz Studies II (4)
    Advanced individual projects for senior music majors pursuing honors in jazz and music of the African diaspora.
    Prereq: MUS 137D and department approval.
    Music theory
  • MUS 137F Seminar in Jazz Studies III (4)
    Advanced individual projects for senior music majors pursuing honors in jazz and music of the African diaspora.
    Prereq: MUS 137E and department approval.
    Music theory
  • MUS 143 Department Seminar (1)
    The department seminar serves both as a general department meeting and as a forum for the presentation of research and performances by visitors, faculty, and st
    Music theory
  • MUS 150 Jazz and the Music of the African Diaspora: Special Topics Seminar (4)
    An in-depth writing and listening intensive investigation into a jazz or diaspora-related music history topic.
    Prereq: MUS 126/ETHN 178, or MUS 127/ETHN 179, or consent of instructor.
    Music theory
  • MUS 176 Music Technology Seminar (4)
    Selected topics in music technology and its application to composition and/or performance.
    Prereq: consent of instructor, MUS 171 recommended.
    Music theory
  • MUS 192 Senior Seminar in Music (1)
    The Senior Seminar Program is designed to allow senior undergraduates to meet with faculty members in a small group setting to explore an intellectual topic in
    Prereq: upper-division standing; department approval and/or consent of instructor required.
    Music theory
  • MUS 198 Directed Group Study (1–4)
    Concentrated inquiry into various problems not covered in the usual undergraduate courses.
    Prereq: consent of instructor and department chair approval. Pass/Not Pass grade only.
    Music theory
  • MUS 199 Independent Study (1–4)
    Independent reading, research, or creative work under the direction of a faculty member, provided no course covering the material to be studied already exists,
    Prereq: consent of instructor and department chair approval. Department approval required. Pass/Not Pass grade only. M...
    Music theory

Neurosciences NEU

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)

Philosophy PHIL

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (3)

Political Science POLI

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (22)

Psychology PSYC

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (22)

Public Health PH

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (10)
  • PH 45 Introduction to Methods and Ethics in Public Health Research (4)
    This course will lay a foundation for understanding how to conduct research to answer questions about public health.
    Prereq: PH 40 or FMPH 40.
    Public health and epidemiologyStatistics: inference
  • PH 98 Directed Group Study (1–4)
    Investigation of public health topics through directed reading and discussion by a small group of students under supervision of a faculty member.
    Prereq: completion of thirty units of UC San Diego undergraduate study, a minimum UC San Diego GPA of 3.0, consent of ...
    Public health and epidemiologyStatistics: inference
  • PH 99 Independent Study (2–4)
    Individual undergraduate study or research not covered by the present course offerings.
    Prereq: completion of thirty units of UC San Diego undergraduate study, a minimum UC San Diego GPA of 3.0, consent of ...
    Public health and epidemiologyStatistics: inference
  • PH 151 Planning, Conducting, and Reporting Responsible and Ethical Research (4)
    This course is designed to encourage inquiry of and discussion about regulations, ethical principles, and organizational practices that support the responsible
    Prereq: PH 40 or FMPH 40 and sophomore standing. Renumbered from FMPH 151. Students may only receive credit for one of...
    Public health and epidemiologyStatistics: inference
  • PH 151R Planning, Conducting, and Reporting Responsible and Ethical Research (4)
    This course is designed to encourage inquiry of and discussion about regulations, ethical principles, and organizational practices that support the responsible
    Prereq: PH 40 or FMPH 40 and sophomore standing. This is a distance education course. Students may only receive credit...
    Public health and epidemiologyStatistics: inference
  • PH 155 Qualitative Research for Global Public Health (4)
    An overview of the role of qualitative research methods in public health.
    Prereq: PH 40 or FMPH 40. Restricted enrollment to sophomore, junior, and senior standing. Renumbered from FMPH 155. S...
    Public health and epidemiologyStatistics: inference
  • PH 195P Pedagogy and Learning Apprenticeship (1–4)
    Under the supervision of an instructor, undergraduate students gain teaching experience through practical experiences in course management and effective teachin
    Prereq: a minimum of A– in the course in which the student plans to assist, a 3.0 cumulative UC GPA, and instructor an...
    Public health and epidemiologyStatistics: inference
  • PH 196AH Public Health Honors Practicum I (6)
    This is the first of an accelerated two-part honors series that serves as the culminating experience for the BS in public health (BSPH) majors.
    Prereq: PH 40 or FMPH 40, PH 45, PH 101 or FMPH 101, PH 102 or FMPH 102, PH 110 or FMPH 110, PH 120 or FMPH 120. Depar...
    Public health and epidemiologyStatistics: inference
  • PH 196BH Public Health Honors Practicum II (6)
    This is the second of an accelerated two-part honors series that serves as the culminating experience for the BS in public health majors.
    Prereq: PH 196AH. Department approval required. Restricted to upper-division public health majors only.
    Public health and epidemiologyStatistics: inference
  • PH 199 Independent Study (2–4)
    Individual undergraduate study or research not covered by the present course offerings.
    Prereq: upper-division standing, completion of ninety units of UC San Diego undergraduate study, a minimum UC San Dieg...
    Public health and epidemiologyStatistics: inference

Religion RELI

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (8)

Revelle College REV

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (5)
  • REV 20 Revelle First-year Student Honors Program Seminar (1)
    Weekly seminars with a faculty member (chosen each year by the provost to match the interests of participating students).
    Prereq: by invitation only. (F,W,S)
  • REV 87 First-Year Student Seminar (1)
    The First-year Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a small semina
  • REV 88 Succeeding in Scientific Research (1)
    This course will evaluate strategies used to select impactful topics and research questions, how to turn curiosity into knowledge by posing effective hypotheses
  • REV 99H Independent Study (1)
    Independent study or research under direction of a member of the faculty.
    Prereq: first-year class standing. Students must have been offered a Regents Scholarship. Special Studies preauthoriza...
  • REV 110H Revelle College Senior Honors Seminar (1)
    A seminar for senior honors students concerning the nature of science, applied science, and social sciences.
    Prereq: students who meet honors criteria will be invited to enroll.

Scripps Institution of Oceanography SIO

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (15)

Seventh College SEV

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (2)
  • SEV 20 First-Year Honors Seminar (1)
    This course introduces students to UC San Diego’s vibrant intellectual community through weekly seminars and field trips led by faculty and invited speakers.
    Prereq: department approval required. May be taken for credit up to three times.
  • SEV 195 Instructional Apprenticeship (4)
    Students, under the direction of the instructor, lead discussion sections, attend lectures, and meet regularly with the instructor to help prepare course materi
    Prereq: department approval required.

Sixth College SXTH

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)
  • SXTH 20 First-year Student Honors Seminar (1)
    Weekly seminars with faculty members from a variety of disciplines (chosen by the provost to match the interests of participating students).
    Prereq: by invitation only.

Sociology SOCI

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (20)

Synthesis Program SYN

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (3)
  • SYN 100GS Engaging with a Changing Planet Global Seminar (4)
    SYN 100GS is a project-based course that builds upon foundational skills by taking a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to complex global problems.
    Prereq: upper-division standing, completion of SYN 1/1R and SYN 2/2R, must be taken for a letter grade to count toward...
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • SYN 198 Directed Group Study (2 or 4)
    Directed group study is designated for Seventh College students who wish to carry out a project they began in previous synthesis program courses.
    Prereq: completion of SYN 100, restricted to upper-division Seventh College students only, must be taken P/NP only, ca...
    Writing, reading and study skills
  • SYN 199 Independent Study (2 or 4)
    Independent study designated for Seventh College students who wish to carry out a project they begin in previous synthesis program courses.
    Prereq: completion of SYN 100, restricted to upper-division Seventh College students only, must be taken P/NP only, ca...
    Writing, reading and study skills

Theatre: Acting TDAC

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)

Theatre: Dance History TDHD

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)

Theatre: Design TDDE

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (1)

Theatre: Directing TDDR

Theatre: Dramaturgy and Media TDDM

Theatre: General TDGE

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (2)
  • TDGE 87 First-year Student Seminar in Theatre and Dance (1)
    Seminar on a topic in theatre or dance on a level appropriate for first-year students, conducted in an informal, small group setting limited to ten to twenty st
    Prereq: open to first-year students only.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills
  • TDGE 192 Senior Seminar in Theatre and Dance (1)
    The Senior Seminar Program is designed to allow senior undergraduates to meet with faculty members in a small group setting to explore an intellectual topic in
    Prereq: senior standing; department stamp and/or consent of instructor.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills

Theatre: History and Theory TDHT

Theatre: Movement TDMV

Theatre: Performance TDPF

Theatre: Playwriting TDPW

Theatre: Production TDPR

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (3)
  • TDPR 6 Theatre Practicum (4–6)
    A production-oriented course that introduces the student to technical fundamentals of costumes, scenery, lighting, and sound for the theatre.
    Prereq: must have department stamp.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills
  • TDPR 102 Advanced Theatre Practicum (4–6)
    A production performance-oriented course that continues the development of costume, lighting, scenery, or sound production and introduces greater responsibiliti
    Prereq: TDPR 6; permission of instructor; department stamp required.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills
  • TDPR 104 Advanced Practicum in Stage Management (2–6)
    A production performance-oriented course that continues the development of stage management skills and introduces greater responsibilities in the laboratory for
    Prereq: TDDR 101 or consent of instructor.
    Visual arts, film and designWriting, reading and study skills

Theatre: Stage Management TDTR

Thurgood Marshall College TMC

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (2)
  • TMC 20 Thurgood Marshall College Honors Seminar (1)
    Weekly seminar conducted by UC San Diego faculty and distinguished guest lecturers on topics related to the core curriculum: diversity, justice, and imagination
  • TMC 90 Undergraduate Seminar (1)
    These seminars are designed to expose undergraduate students, especially first-year students and sophomores, to exciting research conducted by UC San Diego facu
    Prereq: none.

Urban Studies and Planning USP

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (26)

Visual Arts VIS

Seminars, independent study, internships and special topics (18)
  • VIS 23 Seminar in Art History Methods (4)
    This course, a lower-division seminar for art history majors, covers the research tools and fundamental skills needed for advanced work in the field.
    Prereq: none. Art history majors only.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 87 First-year Seminar (1)
    The First-year Seminar Program is designed to provide new students with the opportunity to explore an intellectual topic with a faculty member in a small semina
    Prereq: none.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 129A Seminar in Art Criticism and Theory (4)
    These seminar courses provide the opportunity for in-depth study of a particular work, artist, subject, period, or issue.
    Prereq: VIS 112 or two upper-division courses in art history.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 129B Seminar in Early Modern Art History (4)
    A seminar on an advanced topic of special interest in renaissance or baroque art.
    Prereq: VIS 112 or two upper-division courses in art history (VIS 113AN–129F).
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 129C Seminar in Modern Art History (4)
    A seminar on an advanced topic of special interest in modern or contemporary art.
    Prereq: VIS 112 or two upper-division courses in art history (VIS 113AN–129F).
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 129D Seminar in Art History of the Americas (4)
    A seminar on an advanced topic of special interest in the Ancient Americas to Africa and the Pacific Islands.
    Prereq: upper-division standing.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 129E Seminar in Art History of Asia (4)
    A seminar on an advanced topic of special interest in India, China, and Japan.
    Prereq: VIS 112 or two upper-division courses in art history (VIS 113AN–129F).
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 129F Seminar in Art Theory and Criticism (4)
    A seminar on an advanced topic of special interest in art theory, art criticism, or the history of literature on art.
    Prereq: VIS 112 or two upper-division courses in art history (VIS 113AN–129F).
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 135 Design Research Methods (4)
    This course introduces students to studio-based project methodologies, including qualitative and quantitative design research, data visualization, production an
    Prereq: VIS 30 and 41.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 136A Speculative Fiction Seminar (4)
    This course approaches writing as a research-based design of a text.
    Prereq: VIS 30. Open to media, studio, ICAM, and speculative design majors and speculative design minors.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 149 Seminar in Contemporary Computer Topics (4)
    Topics relevant to computer-based art and music making, such as computer methods for making art/music, design of interactive systems, spatialization of visual/m
    Prereq: upper-division standing. Open to media, studio, ICAM, and speculative design majors and ICAM and speculative d...
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 150A Seminar in Film History and Theory (4)
    Research seminar in film history, theory, and/or criticism.
    Prereq: VIS 83 or VIS 84 or VIS 85A.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 151A Seminar in Media History and Theory (4)
    Research seminar in media history, theory, and/or criticism.
    Prereq: VIS 22 or VIS 83 or VIS 84 or VIS 85A or VIS 159.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 163 Design Research and Criticism (4)
    Course examines critical topics in design theory, epistemology, research, and criticism.
    Prereq: VIS 30 or VIS 41.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 196A Art History Honors Thesis I (4)
    This is the first of a two-quarter advanced-level sequence.
    Prereq: junior or senior standing with faculty consent.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 196B Art History Honors Thesis II (4)
    This is the final of a two-quarter advanced-level sequence.
    Prereq: VIS 196A.
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 197 Media Honors Thesis (4)
    This advanced-level sequence coordinates three consecutive independent research courses to culminate in a completed thesis project in the third quarter of study
    Prereq: consent of instructor. Note: Requires a written proposal, 3.5 GPA in the major, prior consent from all involve...
    Visual arts, film and design
  • VIS 198 Directed Group Study (2–4)
    Directed group study on a topic or in a group field not included in regular department curriculum, by special arrangement with a faculty member.
    Prereq: consent of instructor. Note: Open only to upper-division students. Requires instructor’s, department chair’s, ...
    Visual arts, film and design

Warren College WARR

Writing Program WCWP