Associate in Science

Program Description:

Students in the Biology Transfer degree program pursue interests in the biological sciences. The degree is designed to provide a foundation to transfer for a bachelor’s degree in the biological sciences. The program aligns to the STEM foundation for MassTransfer, which guarantees credit transfer to Massachusetts state universities and the University of Massachusetts.

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Career and Transfer Outlook:

Meets updated requirements of the STEM foundation for MassTransfer

Program Outcomes:

Graduates of the AS Biology program are prepared to:

• Use their scientific educational experiences to provide a solid foundation for further study of the sciences;
• Convey scientific information through written, oral, numerical or visual communication;
• Demonstrate investigative skills that underlie the scientific method;
• Gather and interpret information about the natural world;
• Evaluate and discuss societal issues impacted by science.