Academic Programs provides resources and support for faculty developing new academic programs or modifying existing programs at CSU Channel Islands.
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The new Curriculum Development Handbook (draft in review) is a central resource for curriculum development at CI. It includes guidance on approval processes, proposal requirements, timelines, implementation, and other information to support successful curriculum development.
Before beginning a proposal, faculty are encouraged to review:
- Curriculum Development Handbook
- Curriculum Development Guidelines
- Curriculum Timelines
- Academic Senate Curriculum Resources
Planning a New Program
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³»'s Academic Master Plan identifies planned development of new baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degree programs.
New program development must also follow CSU requirements. Faculty developing a new program should review the .
The CSU Program Proposal Workflow provides an overview of the CSU review process for new academic programs.
Developing or Modifying Curriculum
All program development and modification proposals at CI are submitted through .
Before starting a proposal in Curriculog, authors should become familiar with the information and documentation that will be required. The Curriculum Development Handbook and Curriculum Development Guidelines can help faculty prepare a complete proposal before submission.
Current academic programs and courses are also regularly assessed, reviewed, and modified in accordance with campus, CSU, state, and accreditation requirements.
Requirements and Reference Information
Faculty developing or revising curriculum may also need the following resources:
- General Education and Graduation Requirements
- Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» Academic Program Learning Outcomes
- Academic Senate Curriculum Resources
WSCUC Substantive Change
Some curriculum development requires review and approval by WSCUC.
When substantive change review may be required, faculty should complete the WSCUC Substantive Change Screening Form and submit it to the campus Accreditation Liaison Officer (ALO), Melissa Soenke, Ph.D., as an initial step.
For questions regarding WSCUC substantive change requirements, email Melissa Soenke or call 805-437-2059.
Curriculum Timelines
Curriculum proposals must complete campus and, when applicable, CSU and external review processes in time for their intended implementation term.
Visit the Curriculum Timelines page for current deadlines, review steps, and planning information.
Need Help?
Academic Programs staff are available to assist with program development, proposal requirements, and Curriculog.
Andrea Skinner
Academic Programs Systems Senior Analyst
Email Andrea Skinner
805-437-2749
Kristen Dobson
Senior Curriculum Analyst
Email Kristen Dobson
805-437-8427