Bachelor of Science in General Science

University of British Columbia - Okanagan Campus

This program provides a comprehensive undergraduate science education with the opportunity for concentration in two or three of the following subject areas:BiochemistryBiologyChemistryComputer ScienceData ScienceEarth and Environmental SciencesEconomicsGeospatial Information ScienceMathematicsPhysicsPsychologyStatisticsThe General Studies BSc degree is appropriate for students planning to continue study in professional areas such as post-secondary education, business administration, dentistry, law, medicine, or veterinary medicine. In particular, this program provides excellent preparation for prospective secondary school teachers.It is not generally intended for students planning to continue to graduate studies in science however, with careful planning and high academic achievement, it is possible to enter a science graduate program, although additional qualifying studies may be required at some universities. To qualify for the General Studies BSc degree, students must meet all of the graduation requirements and the requirements for first and second year. To satisfy the requirement of at least 36 credits from Science courses numbered 300 and above, students must select one of two options within the General Studies degree program.

Irving K. Barber Faculty of Science