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Donna Brunelli, Chair Science Division
Science 51
301-784-5246
https://www.rcc.mass.edu/biology

This transfer pattern is designed for students planning to transfer to a four-year degree program with a major in biology or in a pre-professional area such as pre-medicine, pre-pharmacy, pre- veterinary medicine or pre-dentistry. The transfer pattern provides all the basic science, mathematics, and general studies transfer courses that are required during the first two years of a general four-year program. The general studies listed below should be coordinated with transfer requirements at the four-year institution and adjusted accordingly, when necessary.

This is a transfer program and is designed to enable students to transfer to a four-year college or university. Check with your advisor and the Advising Center staff as soon as possible to ensure specific course transferability.

Successful completion of this program qualifies a student to apply for an Associate of Science degree in Arts and Sciences - Area of Concentration in Biology.

Required Science Courses

BMT-210
ENG-225 or
HLT-158
HUM-141

Required General Courses

HUM-142 or
HUM-173
LAN-104 or
LAN-103
SCI-201
SSI-202

*ENG-103 or Arts and Humanities Elective - Depends on transfer institution. Consult advisor.

Required Elective Courses

Please consult with your advisor or the Advising Center staff for selecting appropriate elective courses for graduation.

 

Arts and Humanities Elective - 3 credits

Elective - 2 credits

Laboratory Science Elective - 4 credits

Social and Behavioral Science Elective - 3 credits

BIOLOGY
AREA OF CONCENTRATION
PREPARATION FOR TRANSFER

* Depends on transfer institution. Consult advisor.

1 Arts and Humanities elective must be from two different disciplines.

2 Social and Behavioral Science elective must be from two different disciplines.

NOTE: All courses specifically identified by course number are graduation requirements for this program.

Roxbury Community College empowers the community through education that matters.

Roxbury Community College (RCC) provides a nurturing environment, where all community members are welcome, regardless of past education. We transform lives through excellence and innovation, preparing our learners for active citizenry and success in a changing world

  • Achieve and maintain long-term financial stability
  • Improve the collection, analysis and use of data
  • Anticipate employment and training needs of various industries and expand programming
    to meet those needs
  • Increase our efforts to actively engage the internal and external communities
  • Expand professional and skill development opportunities for all employees
  • Offer holistic support services for all students, and
  • Offer comprehensive, flexible and alternative learning opportunities

 

When students graduate from RCC, they will be able to demonstrate:

  • A broad base of knowledge in the mathematical methods and technology,
    history, culture, humanities, natural and social sciences
  • Logical and analytical thinking skills which will enable students to pursue life-long learning
  • Effective communication in academic and professional settings
  • Mastery of basic computer skills for professional and personal use
  • An awareness of issues that arise within a multicultural context
  • Time management skills that address multi-phase projects
  • Strategies for balancing career, educational, and personal goals, and
  • Standards of integrity and personal responsibility in professional and social environments.

When students graduate from RCC, they will be able to demonstrate:

  • A broad base of knowledge in the mathematical methods and technology,
    history, culture, humanities, natural and social sciences
  • Logical and analytical thinking skills which will enable students to pursue life-long learning
  • Effective communication in academic and professional settings
  • Mastery of basic computer skills for professional and personal use
  • An awareness of issues that arise within a multicultural context
  • Time management skills that address multi-phase projects
  • Strategies for balancing career, educational, and personal goals, and
  • Standards of integrity and personal responsibility in professional and social environments.

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