For more information, visit the Dallas College Biology webpage and your success coach at your campus.
The guided pathway in Biology will set the foundation to discover and understand how living things work in conjunction with their surroundings while utilizing skills based upon the scientific method. An Associate of Science Field of Study in Biology degree with courses in this pathway prepares you to transfer to a university to earn a bachelor's degree that opens the door to a career in research, conservation, education, biotechnology, wildlife, forensics, the environment, pharmaceuticals, and many more areas.
This pathway is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing Biology. It does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. Following this pathway will help you earn an A.S. Field of study degree for transfer to the University of Texas at Dallas (UT Dallas) to earn a Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Studies. Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours (15 hours) required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College. Courses that complete the degree are noted below. See the catalog for official degree requirements. This Field of Study degree in Biology does not complete the Core.
Visit http://www.dallascollege.edu/transfer and select “Transfer from Dallas College," then click on the University of Texas at Dallas to view more information about transferring to that institution. Speak with your success coach to choose courses that will help you to transfer to UT Dallas.
Catalog Year 2023-2024 You may use this pathway if you entered Dallas College on or before this date.
Degree Type Associate of Science Field of Study
GPA Requirement Student must earn a GPA of 2.0 or higher
TSI Must be Complete
SEMESTER-BY-SEMESTER MAP FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students. This is not an official program of study. See the catalog for official degree requirements.
ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE FIELD OF STUDY DEGREE MINIMUM: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS
PATHWAY REQUIREMENTS
The following are prerequisite courses for MATH 2413.
MATH 1314, MATH 1316, MATH 2412
Total Hours: 10
SEMESTER 1
ENGL 1301 – Composition I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.
BIOL 1406 – Biology for Science Majors I This is a Core course.
CHEM 1411 – General Chemistry I Prerequisite of MATH 1314 or equivalent academic preparation before enrolling in the course. This is a required Field of Study course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- ARTS 1301 – Art Appreciation* This is a Core course.
- DRAM 1310 – Theater Appreciation* This is a Core course. OR
- MUSI 1306 – Music Appreciation* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 1 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to confirm your academic and career goals by the end of the semester.
- Ask about your options for transferring to pursue the bachelor's degree in Healthcare Studies at UT Dallas.
- Meet with your success coach to research your career options with a Biology degree.
Total Hours: 14
SEMESTER 2
ENGL 1302 – Composition II This is a Core course.
HIST 1301 – United States History I This is a Core course.
BIOL 1407 – Biology for Science Majors II This is a Core course.
CHEM 1412 – General Chemistry II This is a required Field of Study course.
SEMESTER 2 ACTION ITEMS
- Meet with your success coach to request an official program of study audit and confirm or update your academic/career pathway and program of study.
Ask your success coach about transfer options to pursue a bachelor's degree.
Total Hours: 14
SEMESTER 3
CHOOSE ONE:
- HIST 1302 – United States History II* This is a Core course. OR
- HIST 2301 – Texas History* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 3 ACTION ITEMS
Begin applying to UT Dallas.
Total Hours: 3
SEMESTER 4
PHYS 1401 – College Physics I Prerequisite of MATH 1316 or equivalent academic preparation before enrolling in the course. This is a required Field of Study course.
CHEM 2423 – Organic Chemistry I
GOVT 2305 – Federal Government This is a Core course. This is a required Field of Study course.
CHOOSE ONE:
- ENGL 2321 – British Literature* This is a Core course.
- ENGL 2331 – World Literature* This is a Core course. OR
- ENGL 2326 – American Literature* This is a Core course.
* There are several options to fulfill this requirement. See your success coach for a specific list.
SEMESTER 4 ACTION ITEMS
- Begin applying for Financial Aid and Scholarships. You can start the FAFSA in December 2023, if you plan to register for classes at a university Fall 2024.
Check with your success coach for important deadlines and dates.
Total Hours: 14
SEMESTER 5
CHEM 2425 – Organic Chemistry II This is a required Field of Study course.
PHYS 1402 – College Physics II This is a required Field of Study course.
GOVT 2306 – Texas Government This is a Core course.
MATH 2413 – Calculus I This is a Core course. Must earn a grade of “C" or higher.
SEMESTER 5 ACTION ITEMS
- After reviewing your degree plan and program of study, meet with your success coach to apply for the Associate of Science Field of Study in Biology degree.
- Sign up for commencement.
- Request final transcripts to be sent to UT Dallas.
- Join the Alumni Network!
Total Hours: 15
DALLAS COLLEGE PATHWAY TOTAL: 60 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS