Life Sciences, A.S.

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For students interested in working in a life-sciences field, such as health care, biotechnology, or environmental science, this degree sets the foundation.

18 credits in the Common Core*

The Common Core Requirements

Additional Requirements

NS1600 Life Sciences Career Seminar 1 credit
NS1701 Principles of Biology I 4 credits
NS1702 Principles of Biology II 4 credits
NS1801 Principles of Chemistry I 4 credits
NS1802 Principles of Chemistry II 4 credits
NS2601 Bioethics 3 credits
NS2701 Anatomy & Physiology I 4 credits (lab included) AND NS 2702 Anatomy and Physiology II (4 credits lab included) OR NS 2052 Field Ecology (4 credits) AND NS 2221 Environmental Science (4 credits)
Two mathematics classes level six or above
One elective course in any discipline (1000 level) 3 credits
Three elective courses in any discipline (2000 level) 9 credits

Note:

* In Social Sciences, SS1011 Introduction to Psychology is required. This program has several specific science requirements and therefore does not list a general science course in its common core.