About Liberal Arts and Sciences Emphasis in Science and Mathematics

Examine the physical universe, its life forms and its natural phenomena and develop mathematical and quantitative reasoning skills.

Know you want to major in math or science, but aren't sure yet which area? Or don't see the exact degree you want within the School of Science and Math? The Liberal Arts and Sciences Emphasis in Science and Mathematics degree allows you customize your degree to a specific area of emphasis.

Students completing this program will develop the following skills: applying scientific inquiry and investigation of evidence to critically evaluate scientific arguments; communicating scientific ideas and theories effectively; applying scientific principles, theories, or models to explain the behavior of natural phenomena; applying scientific knowledge and reasoning to human interaction with the natural world and issues impacting society; and applying mathematical concepts to interpret quantitative information, solve problems, and communicate results.

You can also major in a specific area within Sciences and Math. To do so, please refer to the programs listed in the School of Science and Math.

Explore Potential Careers

Studying Science and Mathematics can lead to a variety of different jobs or career paths including:

  • Teacher
  • Park ranger and interpreter
  • Museum developer
  • Science writer
  • Forensic Science Technician
  • Environmental Science and Protection Technician
  • Biochemist
  • Geographer

Some resources to assist:

  • -- US News and World Report
  • -- American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS)
  • -- BestCollegeReviews.org

Program Options 

Click on the degree below to see a sample map of courses to take to complete your goal from start to finish. 

Please note that the course maps provided are just an example to help you get started. Please meet with a counselor to personalize the plan to you and your Academic goals. 

You can also major in a specific area within Sciences and Math. To do so, please refer to the programs listed in the School of Science and Math.

Semester 1 

Course Number Course Title Units Notes
Major requirement-Science See Counselor 3 - 6  
ENGL 1A + 1AS University-Parallel Reading and Composition + Support 4 - 6  
ÃÈ·­µ¼º½ GE Area A  Communication and Analytical Thinking  
Degree Applicable Elective   3  
Degree Applicable Elective   3  

Total Units:  16 - 21 

Semester 2

Course Number Course Title Units Notes
Major requirement-Math or Science See Counselor 3 - 6  
Major requirement- Math  See Counselor 3 - 8  
ÃÈ·­µ¼º½ GE Area F  United States History and Government Requirement 3  
Degree Applicable Elective   3  

Total Units: 12 - 20 

Semester 3 (Summer)

Course Number Course Title Units Notes
Degree Applicable Elective   3  

Total Units: 3

Semester 4

Course Number Course Title Units Notes
Major requirement-Math or Science See Counselor 3 - 6  
Major requirement-Math or Science See Counselor 3 - 6  
ÃÈ·­µ¼º½ GE Area G1  Health Knowledge Requirement 2 - 3  
ÃÈ·­µ¼º½ GE Area G2  Physical Skills Requirement 1 - 3  
ÃÈ·­µ¼º½ GE Area H Ethnic Studies, Women's and Gender Studies and LGBTQ Studies 3  
Degree Applicable Elective   3  

Total Units: 15 - 24

Semester 5

Course Number Course Title Units Notes
Major requirement-Math or Science See Counselor 3 - 6  
ÃÈ·­µ¼º½ GE Area D Social and Behavioral Sciences Requirement 3  
ÃÈ·­µ¼º½ GE Area E Humanities Requirement 3  
Degree Applicable Elective   3  
Degree Applicable Elective   3  

Total Units: 15 - 18

Transfer Options

The program coursework you complete at City College will satisfy lower-division requirements for related majors at several colleges and universities. Start planning your transfer by exploring Science and Math programs at the following institutions: 

  • San Francisco State University --
  • San Jose State University -- 
  • U.C. Berkeley

Have questions about transfer? Visit the Transfer Center for help, transfer information, and/or to speak with college representatives.