Santa Clara University - Office of the Provost -Core Curriculum

Pathways supplement the Core Curriculum and prepare students for intelligent, responsible and creative citizenship.

Pathways, clusters of courses with a common theme, promote integrative and intentional learning. More specifically, they cultivate the ability to make intentional and reflective educational choices; to study a theme from a number of disciplinary or methodological perspectives; and to perceive connections and relationships among ideas. Learn More.

Pathways Overview

Pathways provide opportunities for undergraduate research experience and for deepening links with the Residential Learning Communities and Centers of Distinction. Discover what is involved at each step in the process.

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Pathway Listings

Santa Clara University offers twenty four Pathways for students to explore. Each Pathway has its own unique set of course offerings that span a variety of subjects and disciplines. Discover a unique Pathway that meshes with your interests and abilities.

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Essay Submissions

The Pathway Reflection Essay is the culmination of the Pathways experience, and allows students to examine what they have learned inside the classroom and out. Find the resources for completing and submitting your Pathway Reflection Essay here.

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