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Liberal Arts and Science
Overview
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Degree Designation
The associate in science degree is a comprehensive liberal arts and sciences curriculum emphasizing the application of scientific knowledge and mathematics for problem-solving. The graduating student receives preparation for continuing education in the sciences, engineering, and mathematics as well as the professional world. The curriculum also includes courses in literature, communication, and the social and behavioral sciences. Students are encouraged by the faculty to take part in research projects which may lead to presentations at scholarly conferences. The capstone course serves as a culminating academic experience requiring the use and integration of oral and written communication, critical thinking, research, and analysis.
The associate in science in Liberal Arts and Science is a STEM-track degree for students interested in studying sequential math and science courses and is the perfect starting point for students contemplating careers in areas such as biological sciences, chemistry, physics, computer science, engineering, or mathematics.
We currently offer four specializations: General Science, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics. These specializations enable students to focus their studies on specific science disciplines and complete the first half of the corresponding bachelors degrees in Biomedical Informatics, Applied Chemistry, and Applied Computational Physics, in the event that they wish to continue their studies upon completing the associate in science degree program.
Students interested in this degree often want to go into mathematics, science, or medical health professions like medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, or biotechnology. Alongside the aforementioned areas of study, research and academia are viable possibilities. Students interested in any of these fields should consider specializing in biology or chemistry. Those interested in studying astrophysics or computational methods that can be applied to various industry such as the technology and finance sectors should consider specializing in physics.
Learning Outcomes:
Effective oral and written communication skills
Teamwork and problem-solving skills
Foundations in information literacy, with critical thinking skills, for lifelong learning
Foundations of scientific research including testing and validation of scientific theories, and application of scientific reasoning
Fundamental, interdisciplinary knowledge of the natural sciences
Understand and apply mathematical concepts and models
Fundamental knowledge of a variety of disciplines, including philosophy, literature, and behavioral and social sciences
Explore the Liberal Arts and Science Programs on the City Tech website.
Requirements
Some courses that are required for the major also meet general education requirements. Choosing to take advantage of double duty can speed up progress toward graduation and increase elective credits. In DegreeWorks, a double duty course displays and fulfills both requirements, but the credits count only once; the elective area will adjust automatically. Specific options for double duty courses may be listed here or noted in the degree map below.
Bachelor's degrees and AA and AS degrees require six flexible common core courses: at least one course in each of the five flexible core areas and an additional sixth course in one of them. Students can complete no more than two courses from any one area.
Students at New York City College of Technology must complete two courses designated writing intensive (WI) for the associate level, one from general education requirements and one from the major.
Transfer students and those who have earned a prior degree may have part or all of this requirement waived; please consult the Degree Requirements page for additional information.
Choose one of the following specializations (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or General Science) and complete all requirements in it.
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Take elective courses as needed to reach 60 credits; consult an advisor to select ones that match specific career plans or bachelor's degree plans.
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