Fundamental principles of classical and modern physics, mechanics, thermodynamics, electromagnetism, and quantum mechanics. Basic principles of inorganic, organic, and physical chemistry. Laboratory work may also be included.
Cellular biology, genetics, ecology, evolution, and other branches of biological sciences. Earth sciences, including the study of rocks, minerals, and the Earth's structure and processes.
Depending on the specific program, courses in calculus, algebra, statistics, and discrete mathematics may be included. Introduction to programming, data structures, algorithms, computer architecture, and software development.
The study of environmental issues, conservation, ecology, and sustainable development. Introduction to celestial bodies, planetary science, astrophysics, and observational astronomy.