You have many strengths and interests – you’re good at math and science and you also enjoy learning. Your hard work has always helped you succeed – and now you want to apply your interests and work toward an exciting career that you really enjoy.
Start right away at Middlesex Community College with a Liberal Arts & Science degree.
This degree offers students an opportunity to focus on gaining course credits that directly transfer to a bachelor’s degree program after MxCC. The entire curriculum has been carefully designed to meet general education bachelor’s degree program requirements for transfer students planning to study at Connecticut colleges and universities
Associate in Arts Degree
This curriculum is designed for students who wish to transfer to a liberal arts program at a four-year institution. It consists of a broad program of general knowledge in the humanities and contains a science option for those students wishing to focus more intently in the sciences. Students should choose electives with consideration toward their intended field of specialization.
ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS
The Liberal Arts and Science degree program offers a broad range of general knowledge, with courses from public speaking to technical writing, and from computer science to art and music. The program is designed in two tracks. Students selecting the humanities track will focus more on social sciences and liberal arts courses including English, History, Philosophy, Languages, and Anthropology. The Science Track targets coursework in mathematics as well as in various areas of science. Students will develop strong writing, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
PROGRAM REVIEW
Students should meet with a Guided Pathways Advisor/Faculty Advisor to review graduation requirements and plan for future semesters by logging into MyCommnet and clicking on Degree Works.
Liberal Arts & Sciences Degree Requirements by Semester
First Semester (Fall) | | 15 Credits |
| ENG*101, Composition (or ENG*101E or ENG*101-ALP) | General Education Requirement:
Written Communication | 3 |
| Aesthetic Dimensions Elective | General Education Requirement:
Aesthetic Dimensions | 3 |
| Historical Knowledge Elective | General Education Requirement:
Historical Knowledge | 3 |
Open Elective
Any course numbered 100 or above | Program Requirement | 3 |
| Foreign Language Elective (1 of 2) | Program Requirement | 3 |
Second Semester (Spring) | | 15-17 Credits |
| ENG*102, Literature & Composition | General Education Requirement:
Written Communication II | 3 |
| Continuing Learning/Information Literacy Elective | Program Requirement | 3 |
| General Education Elective (1 of 3) | One course selected from any of these competencies: Aesthetic Dimensions, Historical Knowledge, Oral Communication, Social Phenomena, or Written Communication | 3 or 4 |
| Quantitative Reasoning Elective- Transfer Oriented Programs (above MAT*137) | General Education Requirement:
Quantitative Reasoning Elective - Transfer Oriented Programs (above MAT*137) | 3 or 4 |
| Foreign Language Elective (2 of 2) | Program Requirement | 3 |
Third Semester (Fall) | | 15-17 Credits |
| Science Elective (1 of 2) | General Education Requirement:
Science Elective (1 of 2; one must be with a lab) - Choose one course, from one of the following competencies:
Scientific Knowledge & Understanding
OR
Scientific Reasoning | 3 or 4 |
| Social Phenomena Elective (1 of 2) | General Education Requirement:
Social Phenomena Elective(1 of 2) | 3 |
| Oral Communication Elective | Program Requirement | 3 |
| General Education Elective (2 of 3) | One course selected from any of these competencies: Aesthetic Dimensions, Historical Knowledge, Oral Communication, Social Phenomena, or Written Communication | 3 or 4 |
Open Elective
Any course numbered 100 or above | Program Requirement | 3 |
Fourth Semester (Spring) | | 12-17 Credits |
| General Education Elective (3 of 3) | One course selected from any of these competencies: Aesthetic Dimensions, Historical Knowledge, Oral Communication, Social Phenomena, or Written Communication | 3 or 4 |
| Science Elective (2 of 2) | General Education Requirement:
Science Elective (2 of 2; one must be with a lab) - Choose one course, from one of the following competencies:
Scientific Knowledge & Understanding
OR
Scientific Reasoning | 3 or 4 |
| Social Phenomena Elective (1 of 2) | General Education Requirement:
Social Phenomena Elective(1 of 2) | 3 |
Open Elective
Any course numbered 100 or above | Program Requirement | 3 |
Open Elective -- only if necessary to complete at least 60 credits total toward degree program
Any course numbered 100 or above | Program Requirement | 3 |
Total Program Credits: | | 60+ |
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to:
- Read, write and communicate analytically in forms that involve and document outside sources.
- Understand the major literary, artistic and philosophical features of western and non-western cultures.
- Define the concept and function of culture.
- Demonstrate knowledge of the major developments in western civilization.
- Understand world events in terms of social scientific theories and paradigms.
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct meaningful research.
- Use mathematical tools and technology to create mathematical models.
- Analyze and solve problems numerically, graphically and symbolically.
- Use appropriate techniques to gather and analyze data.
- Apply the scientific method to solving problems.
- Understand and apply scientific principles.
- Work with others, including culturally and intellectually diverse peoples; think critically; and gain an appreciation for life-long learning.
- Demonstrate proficiency in a foreign language at the intermediate level.
JOBS YOU CAN GET WITH A LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCE DEGREE:
The Liberal Arts and Science Degree from Middlesex Community College will give a student an advantage when applying for jobs versus an applicant with no degree. However, the Liberal Arts and Science Degree is designed to be a transfer degree, created for the student looking to transfer to a 4-year school after graduating. It is NOT an occupational degree.
HOW LONG WILL YOU HAVE TO GO TO SCHOOL?
This degree is a 2-year program. The amount of time it takes to complete the degree depends on the student’s course load. Since this is a transfer program, it is a given that the student will continue to a four-year college. Further education will determine the amount of time the student spends in school.
JOB AVAILABILITY& GROWTH:
Varies according to the chosen field. Most careers are in the higher-level medical and health-related fields.
SALARY INFORMATION:
Varies depending on many factors, including the chosen career, amount of education received, and the employer.
For more information, contact the Office of Enrollment at 860-343-5719/ 866-526-6008 (toll-free).
