Biological Sciences AS

at Moorpark College

The Associate in Science in Biological Science degree is in alignment with the University of California (UC) Transfer Pathways and is intended to prepare students who plan to transfer to a UC as a Biology major. In addition to meeting the minimum UC transfer admission requirements, students completing this degree will have met the major preparation requirements for admission to the UC. Students are encouraged to work with a counselor and consult the ASSIST database for possible additional coursework and transfer requirements.

To earn an Associate in Science Degree with a major in Biological Sciences, students complete 40 specified units, plus General Education Degree Requirements. These major requirements optimize preparation for upper-division coursework for advanced degrees in Biology offered by four-year institutions. In addition, earning this degree suggests an achievement of technical skills that may be helpful in seeking immediate employment. The course requirements for the Biological Science degree include the general education requirements (preferred IGETC) and the following courses.