Biology Associate in Science

The study of life

Biology deals with living organisms and vital processes, including microbial, plant, and animal life. Your study in biology may include coursework in areas such as environmental biology, plant biology, ecology, evolution, human anatomy, human physiology, cell biology, molecular biology, biotechnology, microbiology and genetics.

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Degree Requirements
Transfer Resources

General Education Requirements	Credit Hours
Biology 111, Principles of Biology I	4
Chemistry 111, General Chemistry I	4
English 101, English Composition	3
English 102, English Composition	3
*Humanities/Fine Arts	6
Mathematics 151, Calculus I	5
**Physical Education 200, Healthful Living, or Physical Education 212, Health and Fitness, or Physical Education 214, Personal Health	1
Political Science 101, National Government, or Political Science 102, State Governments, or History 201, American History to 1865, or History 202, American History 1865 to Present	3
*Social Sciences	3

Major Requirements	Credit Hours
Biology 112, Principles of Biology II	4
Chemistry 112, General Chemistry II	4
Students are required to take 2 out of the 4 following Biology classes: Biology 205, Human Anatomy, or Biology 206, Human Physiology, or Biology 210, Microbiology, or Biology 212, Genetics	8
General Electives	12

*From at least two academic disciplines.

**Credit hours listed are based on minimum earned. For example, Mathematics courses have 3, 4 or 5 credits.

If you are planning to transfer to a four-year college or university, you should become familiar with your chosen school’s requirements. See your Academic Advisor for assistance in developing your Student Education Plan (SEP) or visit lakemichigancollege.edu/transfer.