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First, I'd like to thank BW for beginning the recruitment of teachers. However, could that be transferred to the University forum so I am able to organize and assign positions to teachers who have volunteered. We need to make sure we have the vital course positions filled so the University can open ASAP.
I have some ideas on how I think the University should be structured. I've already shared many with the Commission but I'll post some important parts here.
Types of Certifications:
Academics:
Course Catalogue
Obviously we may not be able to offer all courses our first semesters. And courses can always be added/edited/removed. But this was just a general list I came up with.
My hope is to have this University up as soon as we possibly can. If we work swiftly and efficiently we can accomplish this goal. I look forward to working with the Board and the MoC&E.
I have some ideas on how I think the University should be structured. I've already shared many with the Commission but I'll post some important parts here.
Admissions Process:Semesters in the university are each a month long. Admissions for the next semester will begin no earlier than two weeks prior to the opening of classes and shall end exactly forty-eight hours prior the opening of classes.
To apply for an Academic Program (one resulting ultimately in a certification), one should visit the appropriate thread and fill out an application. If accepted into an Academic Program, no application is required for each successive semester in the program (however, you may have to apply for courses).
Types of Certifications:
Academic Program:An Academic Program is a series of core courses and electives over (generally) more than one semester, ultimately resulting in an official certification from the University. There are three types of Academic Programs offered, listed in order from least advanced to most advanced: Alpha of Nationstates (AoNS), Beta of Nationstates (BoNS), and Delta of Nationstates (DoNS). In the beta and delta programs, a student must also choose a major, which is a concentration on a particular area of study.
Accelerated BoNS Certification - In ordinary circumstances, one must have an AoNS degree to pursue a BoNS degree, and one must have a BoNS degree to pursue a DoNS degree. However, this university will offer an accelerated program for experienced nations to gain their AoNS and BoNS degree in one program. To be admitted to this program, one must demonstrate in their application that they, from experience, possess a great amount of Nationstates knowledge.
Academics:
Academics:BoNS Programs:
oHistory
oDiplomacy
oNationstates United Nations
oMilitary Theory
oMilitary Service (must be a member in the NPA; half of the credits must be from the NPMA)
DoNS Programs:
oHistory
oTNP Law
oMilitary Administration
oWorld Affairs
Upon declaring a major, the student will be asked to take certain courses relating to the chosen major.
In each program, a number of credits are required to graduate. AoNS program requires 14 AoNS credits. BoNS program requires 18 BoNS credits and 2 elective credits. Accelerated BoNS Program requires 5 AoNS credits, 18 BoNS credits, and 4 elective credits. DoNS program requires 25 DoNS credits plus 4 elective credits. Credits are gained by passing (with a score of six or higher) courses. Certain courses are required to graduate (such as core courses) and certain courses require prerequisites before they may be taken. Students in an Academic Program will have the freedom to choose some of their courses, however many may be required for graduation. The following is a list and description of courses. Not all courses are available for every semester. Available courses will be listed in the appropriate forum.
Those not in an academic program may take as many as three courses at a time. However, those in an Academic Program will be given preference if a class is almost full. Prerequisites still apply for those taking individual courses. To take a DoNS level course individually, on must have gained at least one degree (AoNS, BoNS, or DoNS).
Course Catalogue
A## – AoNS level courses
B## - BoNS level courses
D## - DoNS level courses
E## - Elective (all level) courses
Introduction to Nationstates I (A01) – An introduction course to Nationstates, this class will look at the overview of the game, basic concepts, and management of one’s individual nation. Grades will be determined by a short final exam. 3 credits
Introduction to Nationstates II (A02) – A more advanced introduction course to Nationstates it will examine the concept of regional government and forum participation. Grades will be determined by a short final exam. Prerequisites: A01. 3 credits
The Nationstates United Nations, An Introduction (A03)– This course will examine the concept of the Nationstates United Nations, how it works, and how to participate in it. Grades will be determined by a short final exam. 3 credits
Introduction to Defending/Invading (A04) – This class will discuss Nationstates invading and defending and its influence in Nationstates. Grades will be determined by a short final essay. 3 credits
TNP History I (A05) – This is a class on the basic history of The North Pacific. It does not concentrate on a particular era, rather it gives an overview of how TNP has evolved. Grades will be determined by a short final essay. 3 credits
Issues, what are they? (A06) – This class will examine, more in depth, the influence issues have on your nation. Grades will be determined by class participation and a few short quizzes. 2 credits
Communication I (A07) – This class will discuss the different modes of communication between nations and between regions. Grades will be determined by class participation. 2 credits
Writing NSUN Resolutions I (B01) – This writing intensive class will go over the proper format to write Nationstates UN Resolutions and Repeals. Grades will be determined by a final essay. 3 credits
TNP Constitution (B02) – This is a class on the study of the current TNP Constitution and its history. Grades will be determined by a final exam. 3 credits
Defending I (B03) – This is a class that will discuss the theory and strategy behind defending and liberating regions as it is currently practiced. Grades will be determined by a final exam. Prerequisites: A04 or recommendation from Minister of Defense (for high-ranking military officers in the Military Service major). 3 Credits
Invading I (B04) – This is a class that will discuss the theory and strategy behind invading regions as it is currently practiced. Grades will be determined by a final exam. Prerequisites: A04. 3 Credits
Diplomacy I (B05) – This class will examine the importance of diplomacy in Nationstates, its history, and its practice. Grades will be determined by a series of short essays during the semester. 3 credits
TNP History II (B06) – This history course will cover in depth the history of TNP prior to the last Constitutional Convention. Grades will be determined by a final exam. Prerequisites: A05 or recommendation from Board of Regents (for long-time TNP nations). 3 credits
TNP History III (B07) – This history course will cover in depth the history of TNP including and following the last Constitutional Convention. Grades will be determined by a final exam. Prerequisites: B06. 3 credits.
NS World History I (B08) – This history course will briefly cover major world NS events to try and understand the connection between the histories of various regions. Grades will be determined by a final essay. 3 credits
History of NS Resolutions I (B09) – This class will study the first quarter of NSUN Resolutions. Grades will be determined by a final exam. 3 credits.
History of NS Resolutions II (B10) – This class will study the second quarter of NSUN Resolutions. Grades will be determined by a final exam. Prerequisites: B09. 3 credits.
History of NS Resolutions III (B11) – This class will study the third quarter of NSUN Resolutions. Grades will be determined by a final exam. Prerequisites: B10. 3 credits.
History of NS Resolutions IV (B12) – This class will study the last quarter of NSUN Resolutions. Grades will be determined by a final exam. Prerequisites: B11. 3 credits.
Defending II (D01) – This course will discuss the history of defending, advanced defense techniques, and famous defense missions. Grades will be determined by class participation. Prerequisites: B03. 3 credits
Invading II(D02) – This course will discuss the history of invading, advanced invasion techniques, and famous invasions. Grades will be determined by class participation. Prerequisites: B04. 3 credits
Diplomacy II (D03) – This course will look at the different treaties and diplomatic negotiations in the history of Nationstates and will discuss their effectiveness. Grades will be determined by a short research paper. Prerequisites: B05. 3 credits
NS World History II (D04) – This history course will discuss the early era of Nationstates era and how it compares to the current world situation. Grades will be based on a final essay. Prerequisites: B08. 3 credits
Advanced NS World History (D05) – This history course will discuss, in depth, events that influenced various parts of the Nationstates world. Grades will be determined by a series of exams throughout the course. This is a two-semester course. Prerequisites: B08. 7 credits
NS Intelligence I (D06)– This course will look at intelligence and counter-intelligence in Nationstates, particularly in a military setting. Grades will be determined by a final exam. Prerequisites: B05. 3 credits.
NS Intelligence II (D07) – This course will examine the little-seen world of domestic intelligence and counter-intelligence in Nationstates. Grades will be determined by a final essay. Prerequisites: D03, D06. 4 credits
Passing a NSUN Resolution (D08) – This class will discuss the best strategies to pass a resolution and will look at past successful resolutions and failed resolutions to see why they passed or failed. Grades will be determined by a final project. Prerequisites: B01. 4 credits
The Power of Democracy in Nationstates (D09) – This course will examine the effect democratic governments have had in Nationstates, not only on their own citizens but also with respect to foreign affairs. Grades will be determined by class participation. 3 credits
Nationstates Regional Analysis (D10) – This is an independent research course, in which a student will select a non-feeder region of 100+ nations and detail in a paper the history and government of the region, while at the same time proving a thesis of their own choosing. The student is encouraged to contact the region while working on this project. Grades will be determined by the research paper. This is a two-semester course. Prerequisites: B08. 8 credits
Pacific Politics (E01) – This course will look at the political history and current governments of all five “Pacific” regions (The North Pacific, The East Pacific, The South Pacific, The West Pacific, and The South Pacific). Grades will be determined by class participation. 2 credits
Government Types (E02) – This class will study the various types of governments in Nationstates and their effectiveness. Grades will be determined by class participation. 2 credits
Defense/Invading Lab (E03) – This lab is an exercise in defense and invasion operations. The course will be a series of invasions and defense/liberation missions. One must be taking B04, B05, D01, or D02 during the same semester. Grades will be determined by participation in the labs. 2 credits
Independent Study (E04 & E05) – This is an independent course in which the nation chooses a topic, approved by the Chancellor, to do research on. Grades will be determined by a short final essay. This has two course numbers because it can be taken twice for two separate topics and essays. 1 credit
Obviously we may not be able to offer all courses our first semesters. And courses can always be added/edited/removed. But this was just a general list I came up with.
My hope is to have this University up as soon as we possibly can. If we work swiftly and efficiently we can accomplish this goal. I look forward to working with the Board and the MoC&E.
