Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (LASDTAA)
This pathway is designed to meet Associate of Arts (AA) degree requirements with a concentration in Environmental Studies. This pre-major pathway prepares you to transfer at the junior level to a four-year college to earn a bachelor's degree in environmental studies or a related field. Whereas the environmental science pathway ...
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This pathway is designed to meet Associate of Arts (AA) degree requirements with a concentration in Environmental Studies. This pre-major pathway prepares you to transfer at the junior level to a four-year college to earn a bachelor's degree in environmental studies or a related field. Whereas the environmental science pathway is designed for students who want to focus on scientific careers in fields such as pollution abatement, water resources, ecosystem protection, environmental restoration, and environmental management, the environmental studies pathway is more broad in focus. Environmental studies is a major that provides a broadly integrated understanding that includes, among others, the business, economic, social, and political facets of environmental challenges with a focus on policy, law, and sociality aspect of these challenges. Environmental studies students receive a foundation in the natural sciences but focus more of their studies on the social sciences, policy studies, environmental design, and the humanities. This pathway typically prepares students for careers in the non-profit sector, government agencies, environmental planning, sustainability advising, green business, environmental education, environmental journalism, and related areas. No matter what career you choose, this pathway will help you take an environmental perspective with you in whatever field you end up working.
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This pathway is designed to meet Associate of Arts (AA) degree requirements with a concentration in Environmental Studies. This pre-major pathway prepares you to transfer at the junior level to a four-year college to earn a bachelor's degree in environmental studies or a related field. Whereas the environmental science pathway is designed for students who want to focus on scientific careers in fields such as pollution abatement, water resources, ecosystem protection, environmental restoration, and environmental management, the environmental studies pathway is more broad in focus. Environmental studies is a major that provides a broadly integrated understanding that includes, among others, the business, economic, social, and political facets of environmental challenges with a focus on policy, law, and sociality aspect of these challenges. Environmental studies students receive a foundation in the natural sciences but focus more of their studies on the social sciences, policy studies, environmental design, and the humanities. This pathway typically prepares students for careers in the non-profit sector, government agencies, environmental planning, sustainability advising, green business, environmental education, environmental journalism, and related areas. No matter what career you choose, this pathway will help you take an environmental perspective with you in whatever field you end up working.
Estimated Length of Completion
Degree
Quarters
Units
Associate of Arts - Direct Transfer Agreement (LASDTAA)
Full time : 6
90
You may need more or fewer units depending on your transferred credits, individual situation, and goals.
Before Quarter One
Please visit the Steps to Enroll page for everything you need to do.
If you need help with the Steps to Enroll, please contact the Welcome Center.
Step 1: Apply and register
at South Seattle College anytime (the application is always free). Once you become a student, register for classes using the
online class schedule
and go to the
academic calendar
for registration dates and tuition deadlines.
Step 2: See an advisor
to create a personalized educational plan by the end of your second quarter. Your plan will include prerequisites, graduation requirements,
and transfer preparation if you plan to transfer to another college or university to earn a bachelor's degree.
Sample Schedule and Quarterly To-Do List
90 Units
A sample schedule and quarterly to-do list are below.
The schedule and to-do list will help you explore courses and complete tasks on time. The guide assumes a fall
quarter start, but you can begin in any quarter and start at any placement level.
Note about the sample schedule: Classes are offered in
various formats
such as online (e-learning) and may not be offered each quarter. Click the button with arrows throughout the map to expand the section and view detailed information.
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Quarter 1
To-Do List
15
UNITS
To-Do List
Schedule an appointment with your advisor in Starfish to meet and discuss your goals.
Visit the Library to get help with research; check out resources; access computers and study space; and create media projects.
Visit the Tutoring Center to learn about tutoring services offered in-person and online.
Get involved on campus! Check out some of the resources, clubs and activities available to you through Student Life and TRiO, RST, and more!
ENVS150
Environmntl Issues/Probl
5 units
ENVS150
5 units
ENVS 150:
Environmental Issues And Problems
Covers natural principles governing operation of the environment including interactions between humans and the environment, emphasizing attitudes and actions to maintain a healthy ecosystem.
Course ID 0838625 Units
ENGL&101
English Composition I
5 units
ENGL&101
5 units
ENGL& 101:
English Composition I
English 101 is a college-level writing course that emphasizes academic writing and major strategies of reading and writing analytically. Writing assignments focus on engaging with and responding to a variety of texts. Instruction encourages students to develop, through revision and reflection, as readers, writers, and critical thinkers.
Course ID 0832455 Units
BIOL&100 or BIOL&160
Choose a course
5 units
BIOL&100 or BIOL&160
5 units
Choose a course
BIOL& 100:
Survey of Biology
Intro to biological principles and concepts: cell biology, application of biological knowledge to problems of society, and development of an awareness of science. Lab included. For non-science majors. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0836665 Units
BIOL& 160:
General Biology With Lab
This course is a one quarter intro to biology. Basic biological concepts will be introduced, with an emphasis on biological molecules, cell structures and processes, genetics, evolution, and a survey of biodiversity.
Covers descriptive methods, probability and probability distributions, samples, decisions, hypothesis testing and statistical inferences.
Course ID 0839835 Units
ENVS170
Energy&Resources-Now&Fut
5 units
ENVS170
5 units
ENVS 170:
Energy and Resources - Now and Future
Study of energy and material resources, both personal and worldwide production and consumption. Investigates the impact on the natural environment from production of coal, wind, solar and hydropower; gasoline, electricity and hydrogen fuel transportation; and natural gas and biomass heating options. Focus on sustainable alternatives to meet energy and material needs.
Course ID 0838645 Units
ENGL&102
Composition II
5 units
ENGL&102
5 units
ENGL& 102:
Composition II
English 102 is a college-level research writing course that explores topics from a variety of sources and perspectives. Students learn to pose research questions and locate, evaluate, and integrate sources into written or multimodal compositions. Instruction encourages students to develop flexible research and writing strategies as well as exchange constructive feedback. The particular focus of sections of English 102 varies by instructor. Students pursuing any degree path are welcome.
Introduction to Chemistry (CHEM&121) is intended for nonscience and allied health majors. Completion of CHEM& 121, and either CHEM& 131 or CHEM& 122, fulfills the chemistry requirement for many health science majors (e.g. nursing, dental hygiene, etc). This lab science course covers the fundamentals of chemistry, including: measurements, atomic structure, types of reactions, thermodynamics, stoichiometry, equilibrium, kinetics, and acid base chemistry. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0836985 Units
AME201 or ANTH&206
Choose a course
5 units
AME201 or ANTH&206
5 units
Choose a course
AME 201:
Diversity and Social Justice
Combines theoretical frameworks, practical issues and experiential activities to help students develop skills and identify plans of action in eradicating the multiple forms of social oppression. Use critical analysis as an investigative tool to examine racism, sexism, hetero-sexism, able-ism, class-ism, religious oppression and aspects of internalized oppression.
Course ID 0830085 Units
ANTH& 206:
Cultural Anthropology
Introduction to the study of human culture, including social organization, economics, political systems, religion, technology, art and language. Cultural perspective focuses on the interactions between large and small scale societies in an increasingly globalized world.
Course ID 0830435 Units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts
5 units
Visual, Literary and Perf Arts
5 units
Please work with an advisor to determine your VLPA course.
Build relationships with faculty and staff at South to learn more about your pathway and future opportunities.
Apply to universities or colleges and scholarships.
BIOL&211
Majors Cellular Biology
5 units
BIOL&211
5 units
BIOL& 211:
Majors Cellular Biology
BIOL&211 is the first of a three-quarter introduction to biology sequence in preparation for advanced study in areas such as medicine, dentistry, cell biology, microbiology, or veterinary medicine. BIOL& 211 focuses on cellular biology, BIOL& 212 on the biological diversity in animals and BIOL& 213 on evolution, ecology and biological principles of prokaryotes, fungi, protists and plants. Lab included. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0836685 Units
CMST&220
Public Speaking
5 units
CMST&220
5 units
CMST& 220:
Public Speaking
Covers the process of getting started with confidence; topic selection and research; and preparation and delivery of informative, persuasive, special occasion and other forms of presentations.
Course ID 0831055 Units
PSYC245 or POLS&202
Choose a course
5 units
PSYC245 or POLS&202
5 units
Choose a course
PSYC 245:
Social Psychology
Explores how social settings influence the individual. Examines the effect of others on self-concept, social cognition, aggression, conformity, helping, loving and liking, competition and cooperation, and prejudice and discrimination. Research on contemporary issues around race, gender, and other social identities will be covered and discussed.
Course ID 0841135 Units
POLS& 202:
American Government
Survey of the origin and functions of the U.S. government. Examines the Articles of Confederation, the Constitution and the creation of the federal system as well as the three branches of American Government. Analyzes the functions of institutions through the lens of political history and through analysis of current events. Topics include political culture, elections and campaigns, interest groups, the media, and public policies.
Course ID 0835425 Units
Quarter 5
To-Do List
15
UNITS
To-Do List
Apply for financial aid for the upcoming school year in Fall or early Winter Quarter to maximize your funding options.
Apply to universities or colleges and scholarships.
GEOL& 110:
Environmental Geology: Geology and The Human Env
Covers the effects of geologic processes and materials on human activity, and the effects of human activity on the Earth. Emphasizes awareness of geologic aspects of our everyday environment including the identification of problems, and the formulation and evaluation of solutions. Lab included. This class has an additional Science Lab Course Fee.
Course ID 0839095 Units
ECON&201
Micro Economics
5 units
ECON&201
5 units
ECON& 201:
Micro Economics
Covers the concepts of production, consumption and distribution with emphasis on price determination, production costs and market structures. Application of economic reasoning to public issues and business.
Course ID 0779945 Units
ART111 or Foreign Language I
Choose a course
5 units
ART111 or Foreign Language I
5 units
Please work with an advisor to determine if you need to take Foreign Language at South.
Choose a course
ART 111:
Drawing
Freshman level drawing. Study of line, value, space, perspective and composition through the use of a variety of drawing media.
Course ID 0774395 Units
Foreign Language I
Quarter 6
To-Do List
15
UNITS
To-Do List
Check in with your university for transfer planning.
Order cap and gown for commencement and join alumni association.
Attend commencement ceremony.
ENVS160
Prin Env Sustainability
5 units
ENVS160
5 units
ENVS 160:
Principles of Environmental Sustainability
Explores past and present contributions from major events and leaders to the sustainability movement. Principles of sustainability are used to analyze action on challenges such as urbanization, climate change, food systems and pollution.
Course ID 0838635 Units
ECON&202
Macro Economics
5 units
ECON&202
5 units
ECON& 202:
Macro Economics
Intro to the macroeconomic measures in the economy: GDP, unemployment and inflation. Examines monetary and fiscal policies and their effects on the interest rate and inflation. Covers economic growth and business cycles.
Course ID 0779955 Units
Foreign Language II or ART112
Choose a course
5 units
Foreign Language II or ART112
5 units
Please work with an advisor to determine if you need foreign language courses at South.
Choose a course
Foreign Language II
ART 112:
Drawing
Exploration in subject and media including drawing from the human figure. Focus on composition, expression, and creative conceptualization.
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FAFSA or the
WASFA 2024-25.
Need help paying for college?
To apply for financial aid, including grants and scholarships you don’t have to pay back, visit
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Part-time and full-time students can qualify for financial aid funds.
A bachelor’s degree or higher degree may be required for some careers listed above. For current employment and wage estimates, please visit the following online resources and search for the relevant occupational term:
South Seattle College has direct transfer agreements with four-year institutions throughout Washington state, including University of Washington, Washington State University and Seattle University. Graduates from South have also transferred to out-of-state institutions.
Program and admissions requirements vary from college to college. Contact an advisor to create an educational plan tailored to transfer to the institution of your choice.
If you are already registered for classes or a returning student, please see your primary advisor to create an educational plan. If you need assistance getting connected to the appropriate advisor, visit the Advising Center website.
