Major: Associate of Science in Science Degree Biotechnology Major at Virginia Western Community College


The Associate of Science in Associate of Science in Science Degree Biotechnology Major is part of the Biological and Physical Sciences program at Virginia Western Community College

Do you like using your hands and your mind? Are you passionate about finding a career that can affect the lives of everyone around you by finding new treatments for diseases like cancer or diabetes, discovering new energy sources and cleaning up the environment, or making sure people have food and clean water? Do you want to help solve crimes by studying the evidence left behind? If so, the A.S Science: Biotechnology degree at Virginia Western Community College can help you reach these goals. The A.S of Science: Biotechnology degree will prepare you to enter the work force in a wide variety of jobs. These include becoming a Research Technician in a laboratory, Environmental Health and Safety Technician, or Forensic Scientist. You will also be ready to transfer to one of the many 4-year schools in Virginia and begin working in a research lab. Begin your journey today towards a rewarding career in Biotechnology, knowing you will be helping not only yourself, but the world around you.

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VCCS Plan Code:880-09
CIP Code:30.0101

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