The physical sciences explore the concepts and processes of the nonliving physical world, as opposed to the life sciences. Students of the major study any combination of its subjects: astronomy, chemistry, geology and geophysics, physics, math, statistics, and meteorology.
Potential Careers in Physical Science
Chemist
Geoscientist
Physicist
Forensic Scientist
Materials Scientist
Environmentalist
Astronomer
Meteorologist
Sound Engineer
Physical Science Transfer Degree Options
Earning your Associate of Science Degree at Moraine Valley can make it more likely that you will transfer to a four-year school with junior status. Learn more about how you can complete the first two years of your college education at Moraine Valley before transferring to a four-year school to earn a bachelor's degree.
