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Biological, Physical & Environmental Sciences

Catalog Year: 2020 - 2021

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Biological, Physical & Environmental Sciences Pathways

We provide early choices for those planning a professional career in mathematics, science, engineering, technology, medicine, agriculture or related field.


Associate of Science Degree Requirements

WNC has 2+2 partnerships with UNR and many other institutions to make completing your degree at WNC and transferring later as smooth as possible. The Associate of Science degree is designed so students may tailor it to meet degree requirements for a variety of majors at transfer institutions.

Bachelor Degree Pathways

Biology
A strong foundation in biology can lead to many career paths in health and environmental science, education, research and more.

Chemistry
A solid background in science and mathematics can lead to careers in education, industry, government, medicine and more. Students will have hands-on experience in a lab environment throughout college studies.

Nutrition
Students will be prepared to work in a variety of public and private positions, such as hospital administration, community health educator and fitness trainer.

  1. Nutrition – Dietetic
  2. Nutritional Science

Kinesiology
Students will be prepared to work in a variety of public and private positions, such as hospital administration, community health
educator and fitness trainer.

Environmental Science
Make a difference by preparing to solve a wide variety of environmental problems and focus on areas such as policy, environmental pollution and more. Students will become knowledgeable in animal science, wildlife science, soils, botany and ecology.

Geology
Learn about the major earth systems and the geologic processes that create and shape them. Find work in energy companies, engineering firms, research institutions, government agencies, colleges and universities.

Teaching – Microbiology*

For more Biological, Physical & Environmental Science Bachelor Degree Pathways, visit our Associate of Science Degree page.


Continue your education at WNC with a Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in Organization and Project Management. Individuals with an associate degree can enroll in this online degree to gain skills in project management while developing leadership/management skills.

Associate of Arts, Business, and Science degrees are intended for transfer to another NSHE institution. Associate of Applied Science degrees are for a specific occupation, intended to respond to the needs of the workforce and may transfer to a NSHE institution offering a Bachelor of Applied Science degree.

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