General Studies - AS
The Associate of Science Degree (AS) in General Studies is recommended for students who intend to transfer to a four-year institution and major in a science or science related program of study. Students will complete the core requirements for the Associate of Science plus 20 elective hours.
Degree Requirements
General Education Requirements
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General Studies - AA
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General Education Requirements
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Credits
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Core I
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Communications
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COMX 111 Public Speaking
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3
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WRIT 101 College Writing
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3
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Core II
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Mathematics
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M 121 College Algebra
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3
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Science (*Science with Lab recommended for transfer)
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BIOB 160/161 Principles of Living Systems & Lab
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4
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ENSC 105 Environmental Science
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3
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Core III
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Arts and Humanities
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{1} 3 credit Arts and Humanities option
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3
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{1} 3 credit Arts and Humanities option
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3
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Core IV
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Social Sciences
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PSYX 100 Introduction to Psychology
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3
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SOCI 101 Introduction to Sociology
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3
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Core V
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Native American Studies
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{1} 3 credit Native American Studies option
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3
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Core VI
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Technology
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CAPP 131 Basic MS Office
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3
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Total General Education Credits required for degree
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34
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| Core I | Communications | 6 |
| Core II | Mathematics | 3 |
| Core III | Arts and Humanities | 6 |
| Core IV | Social Sciences | 7 |
| Core V | Native American Studies | 4 |
| Core VI | Computer Technology | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 40 |
Program of Study Courses
| | Elective (26) | 26 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 26 |
26 credit Electives (Select from BIOB, CHYM, EVNS, M)
Total Credit Hours: 60
Program Learning Outcomes:
- Have completed a broad background of studies in the core areas offered at FPCC
- Be able to transfer the freshman and sophomore general education courses required by most colleges or universities offering bachelor’s degrees
- Have explored elective courses in areas of personal interest
**For specific Learning Outcomes, see Associate of Art and Associate of Science Degree General Education Core Requirements Learning Outcomes.