College of Science and Mathematics - San Luis Obispo Guide

The College of Science and Mathematics at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo oversees the educational opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students in the fields of biology, chemistry, kinesiology, physics, mathematics, and statistics.

The Learn by Doing philosophy of Cal Poly is also deeply embedded in the College; students in science and mathematics majors do everything from mapping ocean floors to working on atomic particle colliders, and statistical analysis.

Additionally, students of the college are well-poised to become future teachers and administrators; Cal Poly’s School of Education is housed within the College of Science and Mathematics, and gives students the needed tools and resources in math, technology, and science to be successfully in the ever-changing classroom.

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Departments and Degrees

The College of Science and Mathematics houses eight departments that award ten undergraduate degrees, six graduate degrees, and the teaching credential programs.

Below are the various departments and the degrees awarded through the college:

Biological Sciences

Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences
Bachelor of Science, Marine Science
Bachelor of Science, Microbiology
Minor, Biology
Minor, Biotechnology
Minor, Microbiology
Minor, Environmental Studies
Master of Science, Biological Sciences
Master of Science, Biological Sciences, Specialization in Regenerative Medicine

Chemistry & Biochemistry

Bachelor of Science, Chemistry
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry with Concentration in polymers and Coatings
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry with Concentration in Polymers and Coatings
Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry or Chemistry, Teaching Option
Blended Bachelor of Science & Master of Science, Polymers and Coatings
Master of Science, Polymers and Coatings Science

Kinesiology and Public Health

Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology
Bachelor of Science, Public Health
Master of Science, Kinesiology

Liberal Studies

Bachelor of Science, Liberal Studies Undergraduate Teacher Preparation Program

Mathematics

Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
Concentration, Applied Mathematics
Concentration, Pure mathematics
Concentration, Teaching Mathematics
Minor, Mathematics
Blended Bachelor of Science and Master of Science, Mathematics
Master of Science, Mathematics

Physics

Bachelor of Science, Physics
Bachelor of Arts, Physics
Minor, Astronomy
Minor, Environmental Studies
Minor, Geology
Minor, Physics

Statistics

Bachelor of Science, Statistics
Minor, Statistics
Minor, Actuarial Preparation
Minor, Data Science
Certificate Program, SAS

School of Education

Credential, Single Subject
Credential, Multiple Subject
Credential, Special Education
Credential, Administrative Services
Credential, Bilingual Authorization
Master of Education, Educational Leadership
Master of Education, HECSA
Master of Education, Curriculum and Instruction
Master of Education, Special Education

Warren J. Baker Center for Science and Mathematics

The Warren J. Baker Center for Science and Mathematics is a 189,000 square foot academic and research center at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo that opened in the summer of 2013.

Designed by ZGF, the building was made possible by voter-approved education bonds and $19 million in private donations, and houses classrooms, laboratory and research space, and offices for faculty, staff, and administration as well as several indoor and outdoor study and collaboration spaces.

The building was also certified as LEED Gold, meaning the designers achieved Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design for certain design elements incorporated into the building. Examples would include the passively ventilated atrium; radiant heating and cooling; and a hydronic chilled team that heats and cools the laboratories, reducing energy consumption by 30%.

To learn more about the college and Warren J. Baker Center for Science and Mathematics register for a tour, or visit the Admissions Department for a comprehensive Campus Tour.