Biology, Associate in Science

Courses and Requirements

The associate in science degree in Biology is designed to provide the foundation for a career in the biological sciences and is primarily a transfer program that prepares students for further study towards the bachelor’s degree in biology. This is achieved by providing an intensive science program with coursework and laboratory experiences in biology, chemistry and other natural sciences, as well as a background in mathematics and the liberal arts. A minimum of 61 credit hours are required for graduation. A grade of C or better is required in all Science courses in order to continue to the next semester.

Starting in the fall of 2014, any student enrolled in an associate degree program who is new to NECC and has no academic history at the college, must take at least one course designated as intensive in each of NECC’s six core academic skills in order to graduate. In most cases, the program’s core required courses include these intensive courses. Plan to see an advisor for more complete information about this graduation requirement.

Requirements

Select ONE of the following sequences (8 credits)

Electives

Program Notes

Recommended Course Sequence Biology Associate in Science Degree

Year 1

Fall

Spring

Summer

Year 2

Fall

Spring