8 On-Campus Mathematics and Physical Science Associate of Science Programs

The A.S. degree in Physical Science provides students with a breadth of understanding of the physical sciences, in addition to a depth of knowledge in the specialized fields of astronomy, chemistry, geology, and physics. The program is designed to prepare students for transfer to baccalaureate institutions as majors in Physical Science or related science disciplines.

Mathematics provides the foundation for studying engineering; the biological, physical and health sciences; economics; business; computer science; statistics; and many other fields. A major in mathematics itself opens up job opportunities in numerous fields, as mathematical problem-solving skills are widely applicable.

The Mathematics Associate in Science for Transfer (AS-T) is designed for students planning to transfer into a mathematics major. By completing this degree, students will gain a strong foundation in the mathematical field. This knowledge will be grounded in quantitative and analytical reasoning, and students will gain a practical and theoretical understanding for future studies in mathematics.

The Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer degree (AS-T in Physics) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Physics at a CSU campus. On completion of the program, the student will have gained proficiency in all of the main areas of classical physics and will have been exposed to some of the more modern concepts of physics, including special relativity, atomic and nuclear physics.

An Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer (AS-T) from Skyline College is intended for students who are interested in transferring to a California State University (CSU) campus with a major in Physics, or similar majors.

The Astronomy Associates of Science Degree program is intended to provide a solid background for STEM students to pursue further studies in astronomy and astrophysics. Most of the courses in this program are aligned with the requirements for transfer to baccalaureate institutions and are designed to apply towards higher degrees in the astronomical sciences.

The A.S. degree in Physics is designed to prepare students for transfer to baccalaureate institutions as Physics or other science majors. Physics is also an accepted pre-medical field of study.

The Chemistry major prepares students to transfer to four-year institutions for continued study in the field of chemistry.