PREMEDICAL STUDIES

The Premedical Studies Certificate of Achievement provides the first two years of college science education while fulfilling lower division prerequisites required by most U.S. medical schools for the study of medicine. It is aligned with Medical School Admission requirements (MSAR) published by the Association of American Medical Colleges. Students should confirm the specific requirements of the undergraduate university where they plan to transfer and the medical college(s) where they plan to apply for admission.

Learning Outcome(s):

1. Explain the relationship between structure and function at the molecular, cellular, and organismal levels.
2. Apply fundamental theories of physical and life sciences to explain the diversity of living things and modes of energy exchange.
3. Apply the scientific method to investigate fundamental and novel questions regarding natural phenomena.
4. Utilize technology to conduct experiments and collect, analyze, and communicate data.
5. Critically evaluate the internal and external validity of scientific studies to inform decisions.
6. Solve scientific problems and communicate scientific facts orally, visually, and in writing.