Degree Map

A.S. to B.S. Dual/Joint in Biotechnology with York College

Catalog Year 2026-27

For students who place into developmental mathematics

The number of credits you take each year will determine when you graduate. To graduate on time, you are strongly encouraged to enroll in at least 30 credits toward your degree during the calendar year, including fall and spring semesters and winter and summer sessions. This degree map is designed for students who place into developmental mathematics.

Additional degree map for students who place into MA-119.

Additional degree map for students who place into MA-440.

Additional degree map for students who place into MA-441.

Semester 1

Class
Credit Hours

ENGL 101 - English Composition I

3

MA 119 - College Algebra

3

MA 10 - ALP Elementary Algebra

0 (2 eq)

MA 121 - Trigonomentry

1

BI 201 - General Biology 1

4

One credit course in PE-400, PE-500, or DAN-100 series

1

Total credits for the term: 12 + 2 eq.

Milestone
Draft a basic resume- visit the QCC Resume Writing Center, or QCC Career Services. Consider connecting with the BI-201 enrichment workshop coordinator for additional resources regarding the gateway biology course(connect with the program coordinator).
Explore the clubs in Student Government Association; Join a STEM club (STEM Research Club, Chemistry Club)
Plan early and register for Semester 2 classes
Attend the QCC Undergraduate Research Day and explore research opportunities in the biological sciences and STEM discipline
Research Baccalaureate Programs and complete a Transfer plan.
Sign up for a CUNYQCC Handshake account to explore career paths and connect with employers seeking employment.

Semester 2

Class
Credit Hours

ENGL 102 - English Composition II

3

MA 440 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics

4

BI 202 - General Biology II

4

BI 357 - Bioinformatics/Computational Biology

3

HE 102 - Health, Behavior & Society

2

Total credits for the term: 16

Milestone
Identify skills you need to build outside the classroom, explore tools and resources to develop those skills - Coursera, CUNY Upskilling, LinkedIn Learning. Attend Basic interview workshops with QCC Office of Career Services.
Work on resume and create LinkedIn profile with QCC Office of Career Services: Attend career fairs organized by QCC; Draft a basic cover letter
Attend transfer events- Continue working on the transfer plan, contact QCC Office of Transfer Services
Apply for undergraduate research programs, CRSP, NIH-Bridges to the Baccalaureate. Check the Undergraduate Research Page on QCC website for more program and internship details.
Attend the Spring Student Symposium and club events to connect with research mentors, alumni, and guest speakers in the biological sciences and biotechnology.

Semester 3

Class
Credit Hours

CH 151 - General Chemistry I (Flexible Core 2E)

4.5

SP 211 - Speech Communication

3

Total credits for the term: 7.5

Milestone
Make connections with research mentors at QCC- Explore the most recent program books of QCC UR Day and Spring Student Symposium to know about research mentors and their projects.

Semester 4

Class
Credit Hours

MA 441 - Analytic Geometry & Calculus I

4

BI 453 - Biotechnology

5

CH 152 - General Chemistry II

4.5

One course from Flexible Core 2A , 2B , 2C , or 2D

3

Total credits for the term: 16.5

Milestone
Find a mentor to check in with periodically
Apply for/ Start a research internship with any of the research programs available at QCC.
Take on Leadership Roles in Clubs and Organizations; Join a Professional Organization or pursue Leadership Roles.
Attend transfer events- Continue working on the transfer plan, contact QCC Office of Transfer Services; Research and apply to Baccalaureate programs.

Semester 5

Class
Credit Hours

BI 356 - Principles Of Genetics

4

BI 554 - Research Laboratory Internship

2

One course from Flexbile Core 2A , 2B , 2C , or 2D

3

One course from Flexbile Core 2A , 2B , 2C , or 2D

3

One course from Flexbile Core 2A , 2B , 2C , or 2D

3

Total credits for the term: 15

Milestone
Accept your offer to enroll in a Baccalaureate Program
Present your research at the Spring Student Symposium, as also in the CUNY Undergraduate Research Day or Annual CRSP Symposium
Update Resume and LinkedIn Profile. Update your resume with biotechnology laboratory, research, and technical skills. Update your LinkedIn profile to reflect biotechnology experience and projects.
Develop a plan to pursue classes and research at the senior college where you will transfer.
Complete Graduation Survey in CUNYFirst Checklist

Total required credits for the degree: 67

All students must complete two (2) WI designated classes to fulfill degree requirements.