The Biology Field of Study Curriculum is designed for students seeking a bachelor’s degree with a major in biology. This field of study expired on August 31, 2025.  The Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) is in the process of developing a new field of study curriculum.

Austin Community College’s (ACC) former field of study courses for biology are listed below. This Field of Study Curriculum for Biology consisted of 24 lower-division semester credit hours (SCH) that are fully transferable to other Texas public colleges and universities.

Biology Field of Study Curriculum
BIOL 1406Cellular & Molecular Biology
BIOL 1407Structure & Function of Organisms
CHEM 1311/CHEM 1111General Chemistry I Lecture/Lab
CHEM 1312/CHEM 1112General Chemistry II Lecture/Lab
CHEM 2323/CHEM 2123Organic Chemistry I Lecture/Lab
PHYS 1401General College Physics I

Students should always consult with an academic or Biology faculty advisor regarding transfer to a specific college or university. In addition, students should consult with an advisor at the Texas college or university to which they are transferring for additional information.