511 - Biological Sciences (AAS)
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Program Description
you to excel in various scientific laboratories or to continue your education
in a number of science or pre-professional fields. The program provides a
foundation in biology, chemistry, and mathematics as well as a common
core of general education courses.
Program Advantages
Biological science is a flexible program that can be tailored to fit the educational requirements of a variety of laboratory-related occupations and transfer opportunities.
Professional Outlook
Employment and continuing education rate of 100 percent – 0 percent are employed; 100 percent continued their education.
OCCUPATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Environmental monitoring
Pharmaceutical testing
Wastewater treatment
Laboratory technician
The program also enables graduates to transfer to four-year programs in biology and chemistry as well as programs such as sports medicine, medical technology, ultrasound technology, and pre-professional programs (medicine, veterinary, dentistry, and pharmacy).
Continuing Education Opportunities
Alfred State biological science graduates may enter directly into the forensic science technology BS, health sciences BS, the interdisciplinary studies BTech, or the technology management BBA degree program.
Office of Accessibility Services
Students who believe they need a reasonable accommodation to properly participate in this program may contact Melanie Ryan in the Office of Accessibility Services. This office may be contacted by email at oas@alfredstate.edu or by phone at 607-587-4506. Please keep in mind that some accommodations may take time to implement, so students seeking accommodations are encouraged to contact OAS as early as possible.