Study life sciences at bc体育足球
Jamestown Community College’s Life Sciences associate degree provides a strong foundation in biological and chemical principles, scientific inquiry, and critical thinking skills. This program prepares graduates for transfer to four-year institutions or entry-level careers in life science fields by fostering a deep understanding of the natural world, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration, and promoting laboratory experience.
Our comprehensive curriculum will inspire your curiosity, cultivate your problem-solving abilities, and equip you with the knowledge necessary to contribute meaningfully to scientific advancements and the betterment of society.
2024 median pay for life, physical, and social science occupations: $78,980/year according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Prepare for your field of study
When you major in a science field, your first two years of coursework are standard across schools and disciplines. In bc体育足球’s program, you’ll complete all foundational courses needed to transfer for bachelor’s and graduate degrees in:
- Biology and molecular biology
- Chemistry
- Dentistry
- Environmental science and ecology
- Medical technology
- Pharmacy
- Pre-med and pre-health
- Veterinary medicine
Why start at bc体育足球
- bc体育足球 is nationally accredited through Middle States Commission on Higher Education and is a member of the State University of New York. You can transfer to hundreds of colleges and universities for your next step.
- Choose specialized science electives to explore your interests.
- Learn from faculty who are experts in their field with real-world experiences.
- Get individualized support with small class sizes and our 15:1 student-to-faculty ratio.
- Develop your transfer and career pathway with your one-on-one faculty advisor.
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Courses
Life sciences skills
After you complete the program, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate an understanding of the methods scientists use to explore natural phenomena including observation, hypothesis development, measurement and data collection, experimentation, evaluation of evidence, and employment of mathematical analysis.
- Analyze ethical dilemmas raised by science and technology, attempt to identify personal values that affect how one thinks about these dilemmas, and consider diverse perspectives in the process.
- Demonstrate application of scientific data, concepts, and models in one of the natural sciences.
- Demonstrate the ability to create, interpret, and analyze graphs and charts that communicate quantitative or relational information.
- Show competence in the following quantitative reasoning skills and be able to:
- Interpret and draw inferences from mathematical models such as formulas, graphs, tables, and schematics.
- Represent mathematical information symbolically, visually, numerically, and verbally.
- Use arithmetical, algebraic, geometric, and statistical methods to solve problems.
- Estimate and check mathematical results for reasonableness, determine alternatives, and select optimal results.
- Recognize the limits of mathematical and statistical methods.
- Use computer (or other appropriate) technology to collect data; use computer (or other appropriate) technology to represent data; use computer (or other appropriate) technology to analyze data and/or to solve numerical or conceptual problems.