Biology Area of Concentration within STEM A.S.

The Biology Area of Concentration within STEM A.S. provides the courses typically required of biology majors during their first two years of college. Students who earn degrees in biology go on to work in many different fields including: health care professions, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, wildlife biology, environmental biology, ecology, research, and teaching. Students interested in courses of study such as pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-veterinary, pre-pharmacy, pre-physician assistant, or other related programs should follow the STEM A.S. Degree: Biology or Chemistry Area of Concentration and meet with an academic advisor.

Success in the program is defined by your ability to apply what you’ve learned in real-world scenarios. This program ensures that every student achieves the following core competencies:

• Demonstrate analytic thinking and problem solving skills in biology.
• Articulate the scientific method.
• Explain fundamental biological concepts.
• Apply qualitative and quantitative methods to biological applications.
• Demonstrate the ability to use technology appropriate to biological applications.
• Be prepared to enter transfer institutions in STEM/biology fields.

Success starts with a solid plan. Your program's course sequence is designed to build your skills step-by-step. By following this plan, you ensure you're meeting all program requirements and staying on track.

Program Pathway