Associate of Science Degree in Science

About

Students within the Associate of Science Degree program will gain multi-disciplinary knowledge of natural and applied sciences, and develop their critical thinking and research skills. The program provides a comprehensive learning experience that also allows students to customize and focus their coursework in an area of personal interest such as biology, chemistry, computer science, mathematics, or physics. Students can also fulfill a significant portion of their course work requirements for first year engineering and engineering diploma programs. Upon completion of the Associate of Science Degree program, students may choose to enter the workforce or continue their undergraduate studies. International students completing the Associate of Science Degree program at Alexander College are also eligible to apply for a Post-Graduation Work Permit. It’s designed to prepare students for entry-level roles in healthcare, technology, environmental services, and laboratory support or to transfer into a bachelor’s program in STEM fields. With strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, graduates are well-positioned to contribute to innovation and applied research across industries.

Career Path

Graduate careers include Laboratory Technician, Environmental Science Technician, Pharmacy Technician, Medical Laboratory Assistant, Radiologic Technologist (with certification), Veterinary Technician, Dental Hygienist (with specialization), Research AssistantEmergency Medical Technician, Quality Control Analyst, Biological Technician, Chemical Technician, Health Information Technician, Food Safety Technician,Forensic Science Assistant, Agricultural Technician, Water Quality Analyst, Clinical Data Coordinator, Biomedical Equipment Technician.