Program Overview

Physical and Natural Sciences: Chemistry Track

Program Overview

This degree prepares students for transfer to a four-year institution to complete a bachelor's degree in science with a concentration in Chemistry.

Career Pathway

• Science, Math, Engineering, Computer & IT

Related Programs

• Physical and Natural Sciences: Biology Track
• Physical and Natural Sciences: Geology Track
• Physical and Natural Sciences: Physics Track

Program Dean

• Nicole Winkler Health and Life Sciences Division

Faculty Contact

• Marlena Yost

Academic Advisors

• Jenn Fraticelli
  Student last name starts with A-M
• Joi Stanley
  Student last name starts with N-Z

Program Details

• Associate of Science Degree
• Credit Hours: 66

Program Information

The Associate of Science degree in Physical and Natural Sciences with a Specialization in Chemistry at Piedmont Virginia Community College prepares students for transfer to a four-year college or university to complete a bachelor's degree.

Program Requirements

The major emphasis in this curriculum is on mathematics, the biological sciences, and the physical sciences. However, the curriculum also includes electives in humanities and social sciences so that the student can select the appropriate courses for his or her pre-professional or scientific program as required in the first two years of the prospective four-year college or university degree. Students must become knowledgeable about the requirements of the major departments in the college or university to which transfer is contemplated and also consult with their academic advisor. Upon satisfactory completion of the four-semester program, the graduate will be awarded the associate of science degree in physical and natural sciences.

Transfer Information

PVCC has guaranteed transfer agreements with top colleges and universities that guarantee admission to PVCC graduates who meet specific academic transfer criteria.

Graduation Requirements

• Students in all degree programs are required to take at least one Civic Engagement (CE) course to graduate.
• Supervised Study: Students must take a supervised study course in a chosen discipline in order to graduate. Each discipline has specific prerequisites that must be met prior to enrollment.

Degree Requirements

• Physical and Natural Sciences: Chemistry Track Degree Requirements AS
• UCGS Transfer Course Electives

Additional Information

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