Associate of Science
An Associate of Science degree provides students with a natural or physical sciences education that prepares them for a bachelor’s degree program at a four-year college or university. The Wayne County Community College District (WCCCD) Associate of Science program provides students with a foundational education in math and sciences, including chemistry, mathematics, biology, and physics.
The program is designed for students who plan to major in pre-professional studies in such areas as medicine, dentistry, engineering, dietetics, and environmental and natural resources.
What’s Required to Complete the Associate of Science Program?
An Associate of Science (AS) from WCCCD requires 60 total credits, and you’ll take general education courses.
Some students plan to transfer to a four-year college or university after earning their AS. If that’s your goal, you might choose specific courses. Talk with your advisor about a personalized plan that meets your goals.
What Will I Learn as an Associate of Science Student?
WCCCD AS students gain useful career skills and opportunities for the achievement of competence in reading, writing, oral communication, fundamental mathematical skills, and basic computer use.
Recommended course sequencing
General Education Course Requirements:
Humanities Total: 9 Credits
- Consult a counselor for other course options
- Courses must be taken in more than one of the following academic disciplines:
- Arabic
- Chinese
- Dance
- English {200 level courses only}
- French
- Humanities courses
- Music
- Philosophy
- Languages
- Speech
- MWS 102 - Muslim World Civilization
Natural Science Total: 20 Credits
- Courses must be taken in more than one of the following academic disciplines:
- ANT 153 - Introduction to Physical Anthropology
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Mathematics courses numbered 135 or above
- Physics
- Consult a counselor for other course options
Social Science Total: 9 Credits
- Courses must be taken in more than one academic discipline.
- At least two (2) courses or six (6) credit hours must be from the following academic disciplines:
- Anthropology
- Economics
- Geography
- History
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Sociology
- One course may be taken from the following academic disciplines:
- African-American Studies
- Muslim World Studies
Where is WCCCD’s Associate of Science Program Offered?
The Associate of Science program is offered at all of our campus locations. We also offer classes for other math and science-focused certificates and degrees.
It is the policy of WCCCD that no person, based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, or political affiliation or belief, shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in employment or in any program or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education.
