UC Davis Science & Technology Studies
Transfer Requirements and Classes
The major preparation UC Davis lists for Science & Technology Studies transfers starts with STS 001, PHI 030 and PHI 031; the full list is below.
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Major Requirements
UC Davis Science & Technology Studies Major Preparation
The courses UC Davis lists as Science & Technology Studies major preparation for transfer applicants, for the 2025-26 academic year. Course numbers are UC Davis's own; pick your community college above to see the matching class there.
Preparation courses for the major
Required
- STS 001 Introduction to Science, Technology & Medicine Studies
Complete 3 of these
- PHI 030 Introduction to Philosophy of Science
- PHI 031 Appraising Scientific Reasoning
- PHI 032 Understanding Scientific Change
- STS 002 Introduction to the History of Science & Technology
- STS 011 Science on Trial: Law, Science, & Technology in the United States
- STS 016 Sex, Science, & Society
- STS 032 Drugs, Science & Culture
- STS 040A Media History 1: Guttenberg to Oppenheimer
- STS 040B Media History 2: 1945-Present
- STS 050 Ancient Science
- STS 051 Ancient Medicine
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Does UC Davis have a Science & Technology Studies major for transfer students?
Yes. UC Davis offers Science & Technology Studies (A.B.) and lists the major preparation it expects transfer applicants to complete.
What classes do I need to transfer to UC Davis for Science & Technology Studies?
UC Davis's Science & Technology Studies major preparation includes STS 001, PHI 030, PHI 031, PHI 032, STS 002 and STS 011, with more courses in the list on this page. Pick your community college on this page to see which of its classes match.
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