Pre-Major InformationNormandale offers lower division and pre-major courses that four-year colleges and universities will accept for full credit. Proper selection of these courses enables the student to complete the freshman and sophomore requirements for most four-year degree programs. These courses may be applied to an associate degree at Normandale and to a bachelor's degree at a four-year college or university. Admission requirements for junior year status at four year institutions vary. In planning the first two years of a four-year program, students should be guided by the program requirements of the university or college to which they plan to transfer. Counselors and advisors will assist in planning courses that meet the four year college's lower division requirements. The courses included in these curricula are typical of the course patterns recommended or required by four-year colleges that offer these programs and should thus be regarded only as guidelines. Students are encouraged to consult a counselor or advisor and the website of the college to which they plan to transfer for specific information concerning course requirements. Each semester, representatives from four-year colleges and universities visit the campus to answer questions in person. Visit the Mahendra Nath Career and Academic Planning Center for information about their visits. Pre-Biological Sciences Normandale offers coursework required for majors in biology; biochemistry; ecology, evolution and behavior; genetics and cell biology; microbiology; neuroscience; and plant biology. All of these majors typically require the following core courses:
Pre-Business Administration-Accounting Normandale offers courses that satisfy the core courses in business, marketing, finance, accounting, and other related business majors. Some four-year colleges will require pre-major courses. Recommended:
Pre-Chemistry Students considering majoring in chemistry should complete the following curriculum:
Pre-Chiropractic Pre-chiropractic is a three-year program that may be started at Normandale and applied toward a baccalaureate degree. Ninety cumulative semester credits are required for admission to most regional chiropractic schools. Additional science, communication and humanities courses are recommended for electives. The courses below are required for Northwestern Health Sciences University in Bloomington, MN. All required courses must be completed with a grade of C (2.00) or higher. Student must also earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50. Complete two biology courses:
Complete the following courses:
Complete one of the following courses:
Additional requirements: English composition, literature or communication (6 cr) Social science and humanities (15 cr)
Pre-Clinical Laboratory Sciences Clinical laboratory sciences involves tests and procedures used in disease diagnosis and treatment in hospitals, clinics and medical labs.
Pre-Computer Science The following courses are recommended for students majoring in computer science:
Pre-Dental Prior to entering dental school, most students complete a bachelor's degree, which includes general education and major requirements along with pre-dentistry course requirements.
Pre-Design The University of Minnesota offers the following majors in the College of Design. Refer to the University of Minnesota's College of Design transfer guide for specific pre-major courses and transfer timelines. The College of Design offers the following majors:
Pre-Economics A four-year degree in economics or applied economics is useful training for a career in business or government. It is also good preparation for graduate study in economics, business administration, public administration, public policy or law school. The supporting coursework prepares students to successfully complete upper division coursework in economics. Courses in mathematics, statistics, computer science programming and accounting will give students the most options. Colleges and universities vary in their requirements, so students should consult with counselors/advisors about specific requirements.
Pre-Education Education programs have varying requirements at different colleges and universities. Most programs require that students complete the MnTC, maintain at least a 2.75 cumulative GPA, and complete the MTLE for admissions. Students should consult the Education Training Academy (EdTrAc) Office in C3040 for information about specific education programs and/or counselors/advisors for specific pre-major requirements. Elementary Education In addition to Normandale's Associate of Science degree in Elementary Education, students can earn licensure and a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education through a joint program with Minnesota State University, Mankato. Mankato offers the BA degree in Elementary Education in the southwest metro area. Acceptance to this program is competitive. Secondary Education Students should complete general education requirements plus pre-major requirements. Students should consult the EdTrAc office in C3040 or counselors at their intended transfer institution regarding specific course work applicable toward their major. Special Education Students can earn an A.S degree in Special Education Foundations at Normandale. This degree can prepare students to transfer to Minnesota State University, Mankato's special education program, or to programs at other colleges and universities. In addition, it is excellent preparation for students who wish to work as paraprofessionals or education assistants in a special education classroom. Refer to the AS degree in Special Education Foundations for degree requirements. Pre-Engineering Refer to the Associate of Science degree in Engineering Foundations. Pre-Food, Agricultural, and Natural Resources The University of Minnesota has the following majors in the College of Food, Agriculture and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS). Refer to the University of Minnesota CFANS transfer guide for specific pre-major courses.
Pre-Nutrition/Dietetics Students majoring in Nutrition/Dietetics should consider the following courses to prepare for a major in Nutrition or Dietetics. For dietetic majors:
For nutrition majors, the above coursework plus the following:
Pre-Geology/Geophysics Students majoring in geology or geophysics should consider the following curriculum:
Recommended geophysics majors add:
Pre-Law A pre-law student should design a broad liberal arts curriculum in consultation with a counselor/advisor. A bachelor's degree is generally required for admission into law school. Majors may be in many fields such as history, political science, literature, speech, economics and accounting. Courses in composition, speech and logic are highly recommended. Pre-Mathematics Students majoring in math should consider the following curriculum:
Pre-Medicine Students admitted to the University of Minnesota Medical School must complete a baccalaureate degree before beginning medical study. "Pre-med" is a core of courses taken, not a major. The following courses should be included within the baccalaureate degree plan.
* Recommended courses. A course in physiology is helpful for preparation for MCAT.
Pre-Music/Music Education/Music Management Normandale offers a complete two year core curriculum for music students entering the areas of music theory, composition, musicology, ethnomusicology, conducting, church music, performance, education, therapy and management. This curriculum provides courses recommended in the first two years of BA, BS or BMA, BM and BME degrees. Students interested in private teaching, piano tuning and arts management are also encouraged to select classes from this core curriculum. Students who begin a music major at Normandale begin with concurrent registration in: Music students also:
It is expected that students entering as music majors have had prior training in music, including private lessons and participation in high school music ensembles. Students with no prior experience in music are encouraged to take Fundamentals of Music (MUSC 1120) and piano lessons before beginning the music theory and ear training sequences. Private teachers interested in becoming members of the Minnesota Music Teachers Association are encouraged to take:
Students interested in a music management program are encouraged to take: Music education majors take: Refer to the Music section of this catalog for more information about the Associate of Arts degree with Emphasis in Music and the Associate of Fine Arts degree in Music. Students are also encouraged to consult the current transfer guide in the Mahendra Nath Career and Academic Planning Center. Pre-Nursing Each college or university offering a four-year degree in nursing has different requirements. In order to prepare an education plan, students are encouraged to meet with a counselor or advisor.
Pre-Occupational Therapy Students considering an occupational therapy program must have completed some successful employment in a health care or related facility. They should be prepared to deal with people who are sick, have physical disabilities or psychosocial dysfunctions. Volunteer experience in a related field is strongly recommended. Minnesota's accredited graduate programs in occupational therapy are offered at the College of St. Catherine, the College of St. Scholastica and the University of Minnesota. Students should complete a bachelor's degree (no preferred major) to be considered for admission. Some suggested pre-major courses are:
See transfer guides for additional requirements. Pre-Pharmacy Two years of pre-pharmacy courses are required for admission to a four-year program of professional study in the College of Pharmacy at the University of Minnesota. A sample of requirements follows: Must obtain a grade of C or higher in:
Advanced composition course (3-4): ENGC 2000, Advanced Writing, is recommended. Behavioral science (sociology/psychology (6-8) Strongly recommended: Volunteer experience in a related field.
Pre-Physical Therapy Students planning to enter a physical therapy program should be prepared to deal with the challenges associated with working closely with people and their physical problems. Previous experience in health care, whether acquired through employment or career/volunteerism, is essential. Minnesota's accredited graduate programs in physical therapy are offered at the Mayo Medical School, the College of St. Catherine, the College of St. Scholastica and the University of Minnesota. Students should complete a bachelor's degree (no preferred major) to be considered for admission. Consult with a counselor/advisor or transfer guides for pre-major course requirements. Suggested pre-major courses are:
Pre-Physics Students considering transferring to the Institute of Technology at the University of Minnesota should complete the following curriculum:
Pre-Social Work Each college or university offering a four-year degree in social work has different requirements. The following is a list of common courses for pre-social work. Students planning to complete a major in social work should speak with a counselor or advisor about additional courses, foreign language requirements and specific admission requirements.
Strongly recommended: Volunteer experience in a related field.
Pre-Veterinary Medicine Students who plan to apply to the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Minnesota should allow at least three years to complete all courses required for admission. Students entering the College must fulfill the distribution requirements before admission unless they have already completed a bachelor's degree.
or higher-level mathematics course (4-5)
Social Science (6-9) Humanities (6-9) Strongly recommended: Volunteer experience in a related field.
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