Interdisciplinary Studies, Option 1, Cañada College Pattern: Natural Science and Mathematics Associate in Arts Degree Program

The Interdisciplinary Studies major is designed for students pursuing broad areas of study and exploration in an area of emphasis as described below. Option 1 enables students to complete the requirements for the Associate Degree.

The Natural Science and Mathematics are a gateway to a very large number of occupations, many of which require specific coursework for transfer and/or admission to professional schools. In general, careers in the natural sciences require strong computational, communication and analytical thinking skills.

The degree in Interdisciplinary Studies with emphasis in Natural Science and Mathematics prepares students for further study and employment as life and physical scientists, health practitioners, engineers and science technicians.

Option 1: Cañada College Pattern
Provides an opportunity to earn an Associate in Arts degree in Interdisciplinary Studies, which covers a broad area of study and is intended for students who may not be planning to transfer to a four-year university.

A. Complete basic competencies, including 2 units of Physical Education activity courses, and specific areas (A, B, C, D, E, F) of the General Education requirements for the AA/AS degree (22 units).

B. Complete 18 units in the Natural Science and Mathematics area of emphasis as shown below.

C. Select degree applicable units in consultation with a counselor to fulfill lower-division preparation and/or electives and complete the required 60 degree applicable units for an Associate Degree.