Physics: A.S.-T
Earn an Associate Degree for Transfer in Physics
The Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer (A.S.-T) prepares students to transfer
in to the CSU system leading to a baccalaureate degree in Physics. Please consult
a counselor regarding specific course requirements for your transfer institution.
Completion of the A.S.-T degree also provides guaranteed admission to the CSU system,
although does not guarantee admission to a specific campus or major. In addition to
the A.S-T degree requirements, students are encouraged to complete additional courses,
that may be articulated as major preparation, prior to transfer. Some typical courses
that may be articulated are Mathematics 287, Mathematics 290, Chemistry 219, and Computer
Science 120. While these additional courses are not required for this degree, they
will better prepare students for upper-division Physics coursework at a CSU. Upon
completion of the A.S-T, students will become grounded in the fundamental physical
laws as well as quantitative and analytical reasoning. Upon completion of the baccalaureate
degree in Physics, students may then move in to careers in applied physics, education,
and/or as assistant research scientists.
