The San Diego State University College of Sciences is the San Diego region's largest center for science education and research. Comprising eight departments and various specialties, the College offers bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees, as well as curricula for pre-professional students in medicine, veterinary medicine and dentistry. The College strives to produce scientifically educated graduates who possess both a fundamental understanding of their fields and the essential professional skills needed by local and regional industries. The College provides scientific literacy for all San Diego State University graduates as well as participating in the training of future mathematics and science teachers.
Academics
Departments
The College of Sciences includes several academic departments: Astronomy Biology Chemistry & Biochemistry Computer Science Geological Sciences Mathematics & Statistics Physics Psychology
Institutes and Research Centers
Donald P. Shiley BioScience Center
Center for Research in Mathematics and Science Education
Coastal & Marine Institute Laboratory
Global Change Research Group
SDSU Visualization Center
Biological Field Stations
Field Station Programs
Santa Margarita Ecological Reserve
Sky Oaks Field Station
Fortuna Mountain Research Reserve
Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve
Biotechnology
Center for Bio/Pharmaceutical and Biodevice Development
The Center for Bio/Pharmaceutical and Biodevice Development at San Diego State University provides education and training through distance learning that enhance the professional excellence and career opportunities of scientists in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries# Special Programs: The SDSU BioScience Center Biomedical Quality Systems
Mount Laguna Observatory
Mount Laguna Observatory
An astronomical observatory located in the Cleveland National Forest, owned and operated by SDSU SDSU is the only institution in the California State University system that offers a complete academic program in Astronomy, including the awarding of graduate degrees.