How Degree Partners + SNHU Works
Experience a revolutionary approach to earning your degree through real-world projects instead of traditional lectures and exams.


A New Way to Earn Credits
Project-Based Learning (Degree Partners + SNHU)
Complete real workplace scenario projects to earn college credits.
Traditional College
Sit through months of lectures and pass a final exam to earn 3 college credits.
Master Real Skills
Every Project Builds Expertise
Each project helps you master a specific workplace skill that employers value.
Learn by doing, not just memorizing.
Sample Course: Ethical Science and Technology
Course Code
PHL-20027
Core Competency
Apply ethical perspectives to complex questions in science and technology.
Real-World Application
Analyze pressing global issues through an ethical lens.
Your Workplace Scenario
"The wars of the twenty-first century will be fought over water." —Ismail Serageldin
You work for DOWSE (Division of Water Sourcing and Education), a company committed to ethical treatment of employees, the environment, and global communities. Dr. Phil Wehls needs you to create a report and presentation on a critical water crisis.
Choose Your Research Topic
Flint, Michigan Water Crisis
Investigate the ethical failures and community impact of contaminated water.
Privatization of Water Utilities
Examine the ethics of treating water access as a commodity.
Agricultural Use of Water
Analyze sustainability and ethical distribution of water resources.
Your Project Deliverables
What You'll Create
  • Write a 500-750 word report outlining the ethical ramifications of your research topic
  • Create a presentation with infographics (using the data you're provided) about your research topic
Your College Completion Coach guides you through understanding and completing the project!
Everything You Need is Provided
No Expensive Textbooks
All materials—videos, articles, and data—are included at no extra cost.
Work at Your Own Pace
Complete projects on your schedule. No specific class time. No exams.
Flexible Learning
Access resources anytime, anywhere to fit your life and commitments.
Master Through Feedback and Revision
1
Submit Your Project
Turn in your completed work for evaluation.
2
Receive Feedback
Get detailed feedback from SNHU within 72 hours.
3
Revise Until You Master
Resubmit as many times as needed to master the competency. Your College Completion Coach supports you throughout the entire process.
Your Path to a Degree
1
Project = 1 Credit
Each mastered project earns you one credit toward your degree.
60
Credits = Associate's Degree
Earn your Associate's Degree after mastering 60 projects
120
Credits = Bachelor's Degree
Earn your Bachelor's Degree after mastering 120 projects
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