The purpose of the Biological Sciences A.S. degree is to provide a lower-division science foundation for those interested in pursuing a bachelor's degree in Biology or Biological Sciences. This major prepares students for transfer to any University of California or California State University campus. A major in Biological Sciences prepares students for advanced academic work and for careers in civil service, industry or teaching. It also provides a background for professional training in such fields as biotechnology, public health, nutrition, laboratory and field research, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and veterinary medicine.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion, students will be able to:

- Design and complete a biological research project applying scientific methods

- Correlate structure and function in biological systems