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Associate of Science
Blue Ridge Community College
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Associate in Science Degree in Science
Associate of ScienceAssociate in Science Degree in Science
Blue Ridge Community College
The Science degree is designed to prepare students to transfer to four-year institutions and pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in an area of natural or physical sciences, or mathematics. This degree is intended for students who wish to continue their studies in the fields of Biology, Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, or Physics, and may also be appropriate for students seeking to complete requirements for Pre-medical, and other pre-health sciences majors.
Program Credit Requirements

The table below provides the requirements to complete this program. If you have an account and have created a Portfolio,
the table includes the "Applied Credits" column. This column shows how the credits you earned based on the experiences
you entered may be applied to satisfy these requirements. You can find schools where you can take courses that will
transfer and apply to this degree using the Where Can I Find An Equivalent Course feature in the Transfer Tools menu.
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
Please note that some courses may count towards more than one requirement such as meeting a general education requirement and a major specific requirement. The course will be listed under the first matching requirement. Please contact the institution with questions.
The program map provided below is an estimate based on courses identified as a result of reviewing your portfolio
and the requirements for the selected program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
A formal determination of credits awarded for your prior learning and their applicability to the degree requirements can only be made by the institution. The formal determination and resulting map may reflect higher or lower number of credits to be completed to achieve this program.
Requirements
Required Credits
Associate in Science Degree in Science
61
Associate in Science Degree in Science
61
Science
61
Science
61
College Composition I
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Orientation (For STEM Transfer
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Calculus I
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Science with Lab Elective I
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
History Elective I
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
College Composition II
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Social and Behavioral Sciences
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Calculus II (Or)
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Statistics
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course:
Mathematics Elective
1
Earn 1 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Science with Lab Elective II
4
Earn 4 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
History Elective II (Or)
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Social and Behavioral Sciences
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Communications
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Literature Elective
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Literature/Humanities/Fine Art
3
Earn 3 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Approved AS Science Electives
20
Earn 20 credits by completing courses from the following Course list:
Residency Requirement
0
Program Overview & Guidance

Delivery Mode
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Delivery Mode
Hybrid
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Transfer Degree
Program Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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Considerations for Selecting Degree | Math intensive |
Program Requirement Notes | Program Requirement Notes The requirements of four-year schools vary, students should work with an advisor to find the best transfer program to meet their needs. |
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Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses | |
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What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element | What You Need to Know |
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Associate Transfer Degree Completion | BRCC will award applicable transfer credit for courses completed at other post-secondary educational institutions, provided certain criteria are met. Students should complete the Transcript Evaluation Request form to start the evaluation process. https://www.brcc.edu/admissions/transferring-credits/ |
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School | BRCC will award applicable transfer credit for courses completed at other post-secondary educational institutions, provided certain criteria are met. Students should complete the Transcript Evaluation Request form to start the evaluation process. https://www.brcc.edu/admissions/transferring-credits/ |
Credit for Prior Learning | https://www.brcc.edu/admissions/transferring-credits/credit-for-prior-learning/ |
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College Level Information

College Fit Guidance | What You Need to Know |
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Is This College Right For Me? | What can you do with a BRCC degree or certificate? Guarantee transfer to a great 4-year school, fix cars or planes, take care of people or animals, and so MUCH more! |
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Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.
Institution | Title | Degree | Award Name | Award Level | Delivery Mode |
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J Sargeant Reynolds Community College | Associate of Science in Science - Mathematics Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
Brightpoint Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Agriculture Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Health Professions Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Computer Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Forensic Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Cybersecurity Engineering Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | Hybrid |
Laurel Ridge Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Computational & Data Science Specialization | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
Virginia Western Community College | Associate of Science Degree in Science: Biotechnology | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science/Computer Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science/Education | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
Virginia Peninsula Community College | Associate of Science in Science/Math Education | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
Tidewater Community College | Associate of Science - Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person |
Eastern Shore Community College | Science | Associate | Associate of Arts and Sciences | 2-Year | In-Person, Hybrid |
Piedmont Virginia Community College | Associate of Science in Biotechnology | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
Piedmont Virginia Community College | Associate of Science in Science | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online, Hybrid |
Northern Virginia Community College | Science, A.S. | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
Northern Virginia Community College | Science: Mathematics Specialization, A.S. | Associate | Associate of Science | 2-Year | In-Person, Online |
Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code | Name | Description | Parent |
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11-9121.01 | Clinical Research Coordinators | Plan, direct, or coordinate clinical research projects. Direct the activities of workers engaged in clinical research projects to ensure compliance with protocols and overall clinical objectives. May evaluate and analyze clinical data. | Management Occupations |
11-9121.00 | Natural Sciences Managers | Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, statistics, and research and development in these fields. | Management Occupations |
25-1199.00 | Postsecondary Teachers, All Other | All postsecondary teachers not listed separately. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
25-2031.00 | Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | Teach one or more subjects to students at the secondary school level. | Educational Instruction and Library Occupations |
11-9121.02 | Water Resource Specialists | Design or implement programs and strategies related to water resource issues such as supply, quality, and regulatory compliance issues. | Management Occupations |