Electives are courses chosen by students based on interest, outside the core requirements of their major or degree. They allow flexibility in academic exploration and skill development.
A course not required for a major but chosen to fulfill total credit hour requirements.
Any course from outside a student’s program that counts toward degree completion.
A course taken purely by student choice with no program restrictions.
An elective selected from a pre-approved list aligned with a student’s program.
A course that spans multiple disciplines, often fulfilling multiple academic interests.
Credit hours earned from elective courses that contribute to total degree requirements.
Institutions are expanding elective offerings with microcredentials, interdisciplinary pathways, and skills-based modules. This allows students to tailor degrees toward career goals and personal interests.