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وسيلة الدراسة
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حقائق البرنامج
تفاصيل البرنامج
درجة
الدبلومة
تخصص رئيسي
Biology
التخصص
العلوم
لغة الدورة
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The AS-T in Biology at Cañada College provides a strong foundation in biological sciences, emphasizing critical thinking and problem-solving. With 33 required major units and 33 units of General Education, the program prepares students for transfer to bachelor's degree programs in Biology and related fields. Graduates are equipped for careers in civil service, industry, teaching, and professional training in areas such as biotechnology, nursing, and pre-medicine.

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Degree Overview:

The AS-T major in Biology at Cañada College prepares students for transfer into bachelor's degree programs in Biology and similar fields. The program's objective is to provide students with a solid foundation in the biological sciences, including a comprehensive understanding of biological concepts, principles, and processes. This program emphasizes the development of critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, and an appreciation for the interconnectedness of life on Earth.


Outline:

The program consists of 33 required major units and 33 units of General Education requirements.


Required Major Units:

  • Core Courses (10 units):
  • BIOL 225: Biology of Organisms (5 units)
  • BIOL 230: Cell and Molecular Biology (5 units)
  • Selective Courses (23 units):
  • CHEM 210: General Chemistry I (5 units)
  • CHEM 220: General Chemistry II (5 units)
  • MATH 251: Analytical Geometry and Calculus I (5 units)
  • PHYS 210: General Physics I (4 units)
  • PHYS 220: General Physics II (4 units)
  • PHYS 250: Physics with Calculus I (4 units)
  • PHYS 260: Physics with Calculus II (4 units)

General Education Requirements:


Careers:

Degree recipients in Biological Sciences are prepared for careers in civil service, industry, or teaching; and are prepared for professional training in such fields as biological science education, biotechnology, nursing, public health, environmental health, biological or biomedical research, pre-medicine, and all related areas of biology.

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درجة البكالوريوس
الدبلومة
تمهيدي
الدورات

San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley


Overview:

San Mateo Colleges of Silicon Valley (SMCSV) is a group of three community colleges located in San Mateo County, California: Cañada College, College of San Mateo, and Skyline College. SMCSV offers both in-person and online study options for international students.


Services Offered:

    In-person study:

    Students can choose to study at any of the three colleges.

    Online study:

    The Global Online Learning Program allows students to study online from outside the US.

    Academic advising:

    Dedicated international counselors provide one-on-one academic advising.

    Homestay program:

    A dedicated housing coordinator assists with finding suitable homestay options.

    Scholarships:

    Over 50 institutional scholarships are available for all students.

    Internship opportunities:

    Students can access internship opportunities in Silicon Valley.

Student Life and Campus Experience:

    Safe neighborhoods:

    Campuses are located in safe neighborhoods.

    Close to major cities:

    Students have easy access to San Francisco and San Jose.

    Campus resources:

    Students have access to learning centers, writing centers, and other resources.

Key Reasons to Study There:

    University transfer:

    SMCSV has over 140 partner universities for transfer.

    Top-ranked colleges:

    SMCSV colleges are consistently ranked highly.

    First-rate STEM education:

    SMCSV offers strong STEM programs.

    Silicon Valley location:

    Students have access to internship opportunities in the tech hub.

    Early class registration:

    International students receive priority registration.

Academic Programs:


Other:

    English language requirements:

    Students need to meet a minimum English proficiency level (TOEFL iBT 56/IELTS 5.5/Duolingo 85).

    Unit requirements:

    In-person study requires a minimum of 12 units, while online study has no unit requirement.

    Start dates:

    Programs start in Fall (August), Spring (January), or Summer (June). Summer admission is only for transfer and change of status students.

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