Programs What undergraduate degree to take for Molecular Biologist?

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To pursue a career as a molecular biologist with an emphasis on genetics, choosing the right community college program is crucial. The discussion highlights two main options: an Associate of Applied Sciences (AAS) in Biotechnology and an Associate of Science (AS) in Biology. While the AAS in Biotechnology includes a molecular biology course, the AS in Biology is favored for its broader curriculum and flexibility, potentially offering more specialization opportunities. Both programs are noted to include relevant coursework, but a general biology degree may be more advantageous for those planning to attend graduate school. Ultimately, the choice should align with career goals in molecular biology and the biotech industry.
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Can someone tell me What should I take in Community College to become a Molecuar Biologist?
Should I take a Associates of Applied Sciences in BioTechnology or a Associates of Biology in Science(AS) or Associates of Science?However in the future I would like to work at a Biotech company,but I want to be a Molecular Biologist with a emphasis on Genetics
 
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Biology is the obvious choice.
 
Rocket50 said:
Biology is the obvious choice.

I thought AAS BioTech because a portion of the semester involves Molecular Biology
 
Sciguy280 said:
I thought AAS BioTech because a portion of the semester involves Molecular Biology

I'm pretty sure the Biology degree program requires a molecular biology course as well. If you want to be a molecular biologist, you're probably going to go to graduate school. A degree in general biology will give you more options as well in what to specialist in.
 
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Rocket50 said:
I'm pretty sure the Biology degree program requires a molecular biology course as well. If you want to be a molecular biologist, you're probably going to go to graduate school. A degree in general biology will give you more options as well in what to specialist in.

Actually it involves MicroBiology but as long as I have something relevant to it that's all that matters I believe
 

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