Course Registration Process
In the fall semester, the FOCUS program director, and the University Registrar’s Office will enroll you in your FOCUS courses, including seminar courses and the interdisciplinary discussion course (IDC). These courses will be visible in your DukeHub schedule.
You cannot drop or add the Focus Program courses through the DukeHub system. You must meet with the program coordinator for approval to change your course schedule. All questions about your FOCUS courses should be directed to the program coordinator at focus@duke.edu.
Your Focus Program courses will fulfill multiple graduation requirements as specified in Trinity College’s First-Year Experience and Liberal Arts requirements and the Pratt School of Engineering’s general degree requirements.
Electives
You will additionally enroll in two courses outside of the FOCUS Program, as your electives. Enrollment for these courses will happen within the usual registration windows designated by the University Registrar's Office. First-year students will follow the instructions in your Blue Book to register for additional courses.
In the spring semester, you may also add a partial credit or half credit to your schedule during the drop/add period with permission for a credit limit override from your academic dean. These courses typically include physical education, performing and visual arts, music, and some language and math courses.
All FOCUS courses count toward the 34 credits required for graduation and may also fulfill requirements for a Trinity College major, minor, or certificate.
Engineering Coursework
Engineering students can participate in the Focus Program and find that it is an incredible enhancement to their engineering studies. It is recommended that Pratt Engineering students have AP credit in either Math or Chemistry to participate in the Focus Program. Engineering students may submit an entry form to participate in any of the FOCUS clusters. Questions about Engineering course-work can be directed to pratt-advising@duke.edu or 919-660-5996, and someone from the Pratt School will get back to you.