Interdisciplinary Studies, Option 2, Transfer Pattern: Natural Science and Mathematics Associate in Arts Degree Program

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.

The Interdisciplinary Studies major is designed for students pursuing broad areas of study and exploration in an area of emphasis as described below. Option 2 enables students to complete the requirements for the Associate degree and to fulfill the general education requirements for the California State University, University of California, or some private and out-of-state universities.

Important: Completion of the CSU or UC patterns does not guarantee admission to any of these institutions. Consult with a counselor for further information.

Option 2, Transfer Pattern: California State University, University of California, or some private and out-of-state universities.
Intended for students who are planning to transfer to a four-year university. Courses should be chosen carefully in consultation with a counselor.

A. Choose a General Education Pattern

• Complete 39 units of the CSU GE requirements (a C or better grade is required in Areas A1, A2, A3 and B4)
  OR
• Complete 34-37 units of the Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum (IGETC) for UC or CSU (all courses must be completed with a C or better grade)

B. Complete 18 units in the Natural Science and Mathematics Areas of Emphasis as shown below.

C. Remaining 3 to 5 units should be chosen in consultation with a counselor to fulfill Associate Degree competency and specific area requirements and lower-division preparation and/or electives for a total of 60 degree applicable units for an Associate Degree.