Whether it’s an online description or printed material, all references to courses and programs must align with the current Bellevue College catalog. Here’s how to ensure your content meets the standard.
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Curriculum-Related Content: A Quick Guide
When writing about Bellevue College’s curriculum, accuracy is non-negotiable. Whether it’s an online description or printed material, all references to courses and programs must align with the current Bellevue College catalog. Here’s how to ensure your content meets the standard.
Curriculum-Related Content: A Quick Guide
When writing about Bellevue College’s curriculum, accuracy is non-negotiable. Whether it’s an online description or printed material, all references to courses and programs must align with the current Bellevue College catalog. Here’s how to ensure your content meets the standard.
Course Titles and Format
Match the Catalog Exactly
Course titles must match the official names listed in the catalog. Avoid abbreviations or altered forms.
- Incorrect: Intro to Accounting
- Correct: ACCT& 201 Principles of Accounting I
Always Include the Full Course Code and Title
Each course reference must include the department abbreviation (in all caps), course number, and title as listed. For transferable courses, the ampersand (&) must be included.
- Correct: MATH& 107 Math in Society
- Correct: ELIUP 84 Academic Listening and Speaking
Don’t Shorten or Modify Titles
Even for informal contexts, course titles must remain exactly as listed in the catalog. For example, “Introduction to Psychology” must not be shortened to “Intro to Psychology” unless the catalog officially lists it that way.
Healthcare: One Word, Lowercase
The term healthcare is always written as one word. Capitalize it only when it’s part of a proper noun or official program title.
- Correct: Bellevue College offers a Bachelor of Applied Science in Healthcare Management.
- Incorrect: She is studying Healthcare.
- Correct: She is studying healthcare.
Why It’s Important
Consistency with the Bellevue College catalog ensures that students, faculty, and external audiences receive clear and accurate information about courses and programs. Using the exact course titles and formats helps avoid confusion and reinforces the college’s commitment to professionalism and academic excellence.
For more guidance, visit the Bellevue College Style Guide. Precision matters—it’s how we communicate Bellevue College’s high standards in everything we do.
Last Updated December 19, 2024