Program Description

The Associate of Science, Biology follows Oregon state Major Transfer Maps (MTMs), which represent a streamlined path for students transferring from an Oregon community college to an Oregon university, who know which major/bachelor’s degree program they want to pursue. In contrast to other statewide transfer tools that prioritize university general education requirements (i.e. AAOT and ASOT), MTMs specify clear course-taking paths necessary for on-track progress towards a specific major/bachelor’s degree, with a guarantee of transfer from any Oregon community college to any Oregon public university. For more information see Statewide Articulation Agreement: Major Transfer Map in Biology.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of the AST in Biology, students will be able to:

1. Apply the process of science to biological phenomena
2. Use quantitative reasoning to present evidence-based arguments
3. Communicate an emerging understanding of the impact of scientific discovery and research on society

Program Course Requirements

¹

Choose two Arts & Letters courses from the approved AAOT list.

²

Choose two Social Science courses from the approved AAOT list. 

³

Any course can be taken as an elective.

Advising Notes

• Oregon colleges may have different preferences, consult the Biology MTM advising guide and your UCC advisor to ensure correct course selection.
• Courses must be passed with a grade of C or better.