Academic Life
Students at UC San Diego receive the benefits of a large, modern research university as well as the intimate educational environment of a small liberal arts college.
Through the research mission of the University of California, students can enjoy the benefits of a research-based education:
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Go beyond basic conceptual understanding to higher level critical thinking (analysis, evaluation, synthesis).
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Learn new and “cutting edge” discoveries not yet found in textbooks.
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Gain “liberal arts” knowledge, not vocational training.
At Thurgood Marshall College, the foundation of its liberal arts focus is an educational philosophy emphasizing the development of the learned scholar and responsible citizen and an educational experience which will prepare students for a meaningful intellectual and personal life. Thurgood Marshall College provides students with a vast array of opportunities to further their academic and professional goals.
