Degrees & Certificates

Modesto Junior College offers a comprehensive Administration of Justice program. The curriculum addresses basic knowledge and skills required in the criminal justice area. The two-year college program is designed to prepare candidates for employment or transfer to a four-year educational institution offering a major in various criminal justice fields. Satisfactory completion of the requirements will lead to the Associate in Science degree or Associate of Science for Transfer Degree. Classes are offered both day and evening and in an online format. The college cooperates with the Administration of Justice Advisory Committee. All courses are open to individuals who have been admitted to the college and who meet the prerequisites, unless specifically exempted by statute. Courses which involve the handling of firearms are not open to individuals who have been convicted of a felony or who are mental patients. (Penal Code Sections 29800 – 29825 and Welfare and Institutions Code 8100). Prior to use of a firearm in any course, each student must submit to a live scan check of their finger prints. All candidates for degrees in Administration of Justice should consult with an Administration of Justice advisor to select the courses most appropriate for meeting both the MJC Associate Degree Requirements and the current demands of employing agencies and transfer institutions.

The Associate in Science in Agriculture Animal Sciences Degree (AS-T in Agriculture Animal Sciences) is designed to prepare students who wish to transfer to a CSU and major in Agriculture Animal Sciences. This program will provide students with an alignment of courses required for transfer and a cohesive group of courses in the area of Agriculture Animal Sciences. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

The Associate in Science in Agriculture Business for Transfer Degree (AS-T in Agriculture Business) will provide students with an alignment of courses required for transfer and a cohesive group of courses in the area of Agriculture Business. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. Potential careers in the Agriculture Business field include: Potential careers in the Agriculture Business field include: farm and ranch management, farm appraisal, agricultural accountant, employment with agricultural lenders and banks as loan officers, work with governmental agencies involved in loan supervision and agricultural lending. The Associate in Science in Agriculture Business for Transfer Degree (AS-T in Agriculture Business) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Business at a CSU campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. The Associate in Science in Agriculture Business for Transfer Degree (AS-T in Agriculture Business) may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

The Associate in Science in Agriculture Plant Science for Transfer Degree (AS-T in Agriculture Plant Science) will provide students with an alignment of courses required for transfer and a cohesive group of courses in the area of Agriculture Plant Science. Potential careers in the Agriculture Plant Science field include: Pest Control Advisor (PCA), crop production specialist, farm management positions, landscape design, quality control manager, county and governmental compliance inspector, sales and marketing of seed and other crop protecting agents. The Associate in Science in Agriculture Plant Science for Transfer Degree (AS-T in Agriculture Plant Science) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Agriculture Plant Science at a CSU campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

The Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer (AST) degree is designed to prepare students for transfer to a California State University to pursue a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Biology or a Biology-related discipline by providing students with the core curriculum required in the first two years of a Biology major college experience. The basis for any biological sciences degree requires courses in a general biology series (organismal, ecology, evolution, molecular and cellular biology), chemistry, calculus and physics. The Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer degree program is intended and designed to make the transfer of Modesto Junior College students to CSU seamless. The requirements of this degree align with the Transfer Model Curriculum. It is the most efficient pathway for students desiring to transfer to CSU as a Biology-related major in a timely manner. Students completing the Associate in Science in Biology for Transfer Degree (AST in Biology) are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. Students should consult with a counselor to determine whether this degree is the best option for their transfer goals.

The Associate in Science in Business Administration for Transfer 2.0 (AS-T) degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration at a California State University (CSU) campus. This degree includes lower division coursework required for transfer and provides students with foundational insight into the complexities of the contemporary business environment. Coursework in the areas of accounting, business law, and economics will equip students to recognize and analyze business, financial, and ethical issues in order to make informed decisions. Students who transfer to a CSU campus will be able to pursue a bachelor’s degree with emphasis in areas such as accounting, finance, general business, computer information systems, human resources management, international business, entrepreneurship, operations management, and marketing. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. Students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

This program is designed to prepare students who wish to transfer to a CSU and major in Computer Science. This program will provide students with an alignment of courses required for transfer and a cohesive group of courses in the area of Computer Science. Courses such as programming, discrete structures, computer architecture and organization will enable the student to demonstrate ability to engage in critical thinking and problem-solving in the application of computer science principles. The Associate of Science in Computer Science for Transfer degree includes curriculum which focuses on practical application of problem solving skills and theory. Students who complete the degree will be able to demonstrate competence in the application of computer science. The Associate of Science in Computer Science for Transfer is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science at a CSU campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

The Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (AS-T in Early Childhood Education) Degree includes lower division coursework that is required for transfer and will provide students with the opportunity to learn valuable skills in creating culturally relevant, inclusive, age-appropriate, anti-bias environments and promote optimum care and learning opportunities. The Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (AS-T in Early Childhood Education) includes courses that are both theoretical and practical, including topics such as curriculum development, program planning, and child growth and development from conception through adolescence. The Associate in Science in Early Childhood Education for Transfer (AS-T in Early Childhood Education) Degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education at a California State University campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU System, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

The Associate in Science in Geology for Transfer Degree includes lower division coursework that is required for transfer and which focuses on the mastery of the identification of earth materials and the use of geologic maps, stratigraphic sections, and remote sensing imagery, using these techniques to model real- world applications. The Associate in Science in Geology for Transfer Degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Geology at a California State University campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU System, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

The Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer Degree includes curriculum which focuses on the mastery of integration and differentiation and using these techniques to model real-world applications. The Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer Degree is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or a related field of study offered at various campuses in the California State University system. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU system, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that accepts this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. This degree may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. The Associate in Science in Mathematics for Transfer Degree also offers the appropriate preparation for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics at various campuses in the University of California system. However, students completing this degree are not guaranteed admission to the UC system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

The Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer (A.S.-T in Physics) Degree includes lower division coursework that is required for transfer. This program is designed to prepare students who wish to transfer to a California State University campus to complete a bachelor’s degree in physics, physics education or a related field of study. It will educate the student in applying the scientific method to collect and analyze data in forming conclusions, to verify physical principles through measurement and experimentation, to solve problems and to predict outcomes in nature using physical laws, and to state and apply physical concepts to explain phenomena encountered in our everyday world. The Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer (A.S.-T in Physics) is intended for students who plan to complete a bachelor’s degree in Physics at a California State University campus. Students completing this degree are guaranteed admission to the CSU System, but not to a particular campus or major. Students transferring to a CSU campus that does accept this degree will be required to complete no more than 60 units after transfer to earn a bachelor’s degree. The Associate in Science in Physics for Transfer (A.S.-T in Physics) may not be the best option for students intending to transfer to a particular CSU campus or to a university or college that is not part of the CSU system. In all cases, students should consult with a counselor for more information on university admission and transfer requirements.

An Associate in Science in Public Health for Transfer (AS-T) from Modesto Junior College is intended for students who are interested in transferring to a California State University (CSU) campus with a major in Public Health, or similar major. The program is designed to prepare students for advanced study in public health and community health education. Students explore and make sense of the complex, dynamic forces that affect human and population health at the local, national and global levels. Students will explore the environmental, social, behavioral and political drivers of chronic and infectious diseases, health disparities, premature death, disease epidemics and strategies for addressing these issues.