Students at all levels have access to AIU’s Curriculum Builder module in the Virtual Campus. The Curriculum Builder is accessible during Phase 2 of the academic program and together with feedback from your Tutor and Academic Advisor will ensure that your program is as unique as you are. The more than 120 degrees and areas of study listed are only a fraction of the available programs at the university. The university open curriculum design sets your journey at AIU apart from what is possible at any other university. The Open Curriculum at AIU means students can study in virtually any area by proposing a customized course list for approval that is perfectly aligned with their interests, goals, and aspirations.

A tutorial and online training are provided for this course. Since this course will define your academic path it is considered a foundation for your program and requires considerable planning and research to complete. While you have significant freedom in selecting your courses and defining the requirements for them your academic advisor will review and may request modifications to one or all of your proposed courses. As a general guide, the course must be related to your area of studies/major. If they are not, it is important to clearly specify in the course objectives why this course will provide you with the knowledge, abilities, and skills that will facilitate your growth and development in your field/industry. Typically, two-thirds of the courses should be directly in your field and one-third can be in other areas you deem necessary for your optimal development.