Minor Degree Course. A course for a minor degree is a class from the program of study in which the student has chosen to minor. Students can choose courses that will supplement their major.For example, a student who majors in secondary education can minor in a specific subject area, such as biology, and choose courses that will enhance her ability to teach high school biology.tudents can choose courses that will supplement their major. For example, a student who majors in secondary education can minor in a specific subject area, such as biology, and choose courses that will enhance her ability to teach high school biology.