Students might investigate material science if they're interested in securing employment in a relevant industry, such as microchip manufacturing or plastics research. Programs in this subject might also lead a student to further academic specialization as a materials engineer or researcher.

Spanning many countries and island territories, South America is home to many Spanish-speaking countries. Here, students can literally walk through history on their way to class and soak up the culture of ancient societies.

An Associate of Applied Science gives students a solid foundation in both specialized career training and general education. Students seeking a fast track into the workforce can attend school full-time and complete their program in two years.