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Associate of Science degree in General Studies 

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Associate of Science degree in General Studies
 at 
NVCC 
Overview

Explore professional societies in your areas of interest to learn about career opportunities and required skills

Duration

24 months

Mode of learning

Online

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Course Level

UG Certificate

Associate of Science degree in General Studies
 at 
NVCC 
Highlights

  • Earn a degree from Northern Virginia Community College
  • Learn from industry experts
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Associate of Science degree in General Studies
 at 
NVCC 
Course details

Skills you will learn
Who should do this course?
  • For individuals who want to enhance their knowledge & skills in the field
What are the course deliverables?
  • Gain exposure to various subjects before committing to a specific major
  • Enhance your critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills through diverse coursework
  • This degree can serve as a stepping stone to a bachelor's degree in a specific scientific or technical field
  • You might qualify for entry-level positions in technical fields like laboratory assistance, data entry, or administrative roles in scientific institutions
More about this course
  • An Associate of Science (AS) degree in General Studies offers a flexible and broad-based approach to higher education
  • Unlike a traditional degree program with a specific major, General Studies exposes you to a variety of subjects and disciplines within the realm of science and technology
  • Students are advised to work closely with the faculty and counseling staff for program and course scheduling. Electives should be chosen carefully to meet requirements of the transfer institution

Associate of Science degree in General Studies
 at 
NVCC 
Curriculum

Semester I

College Composition I

Introduction to Digital and Information Literacy and Computer Applications

Principles of Computer Science

Quantitative Reasoning

Physical or Life Science Elective w/Lab

College Success Skills

Orientation to (a Specific Discipline)

Semester II

Elective

College Composition II

Elective

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective

Physical or Life Science Elective w/Lab

Semester III

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective

Open Electives

Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective

Semester IV

Open Electives

Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective

Associate of Science degree in General Studies
 at 
NVCC 
Entry Requirements

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Associate of Science degree in General Studies
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NVCC 
Contact Information

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