Build the skills to analyze, plan and make decisions with both numerical and qualitative information. Using data analytics and cutting-edge technologies, learn to evaluate financial data and provide organizations with solutions to operate efficiently, effectively and ethically.
Specialize in the evaluation of insurance and financial risks, and get ready to join the banking, insurance or pension industry. Students pursue a program in mathematics and risk analysis—the core of actuarial science.
Learn how to teach adults to embrace change and develop as individuals, teams and organizations. Gain the skills to design training programs, lead organizational interventions and manage interpersonal conflict. Students with this expertise are needed in a variety of settings, from corporate to community to government.
Discover the variety of facets that encompass the world of advertising. Learn about the plethora of digital media, brand strategies and persuasion techniques that are used by successful organizations all over the world. Through our career-oriented curriculum, you’ll gain real-world experience and have the opportunity to apply your skills in the nation’s fourth largest media market.
Explore the culture, history and society of continental Africans and their descendants throughout American history. Learn about the accomplishments made, and challenges faced, by African American individuals and communities, and seek your own role in leadership, research or social activism, based on concrete examples from deep history to the present day.
Delve into the origins of humanity with one of the most comprehensive undergraduate programs available in anthropology. Coursework spans archeology, biology, culture, linguistics and society. Gain a grasp on the developments and interconnections that shaped the modern world.
Learn and master the computations and equations that govern our world. Students in this program gain the analytic and synthetic skills to harness abstract concepts in mathematics, as well as an introduction to the tools and technologies that translate data and observation into numbers and variables.
Learn about design in the contexts of culture, stewardship and technology of built and natural environments. This program stresses critical inquiry and innovation as parts of the creative process in the field of architecture, teaching students how to intervene in the physical world through carefully considered creation.
Prepare to qualify for the Pennsylvania Teaching Certification in Art for grades K–12 through a rigorous course of study in art education, art history, education, studio art and Temple’s General Education curriculum, with field placements in Philadelphia schools at all grade levels.
Learn about visual culture and its history, gain strong skills and participate in onsite learning at local and regional museums. This program offers a variety of critical, theoretical and methodological perspectives and approaches.
Explore your identity as an artist and as a mental health practitioner through self-reflective art making, fieldwork and research. Learn techniques for effective communication and collaboration, creative design and planning, critical observation and cultural responsiveness. This program integrates art and psychology courses with fieldwork in local communities.
The rapid growth of artificial intelligence demands across industry, government and research sectors allows you to make an impact in this evolving field with a Bachelor of Science in Artificial Intelligence. Apply deep learning and large language model methodology to bridge computing, data and human-centered problem solving. Students will establish a foundation in computer science and examine the interaction between humans and artificial intelligence.
Take advantage of Temple’s breadth of courses and teachers in the fields of Asian culture, history and linguistics. Choose a field, location or subject and weave one of Asia’s unique languages through a broader understanding of art, culture, history, philosophy, politics and religion.
Master the managerial, operational and technical procedures necessary to create and launch successful recorded and live music, and media experiences. Students will gain the knowledge and practical understanding of both the technological side of audio and music production and the legal and institutional foundations of the entertainment and music industries. This undergraduate program will give the next generation of music and media professionals the tools to navigate the evolving entertainment landscape.
Study the chemical processes that make life possible. Take basic courses across scientific and mathematical disciplines, and perform advanced work in biology and chemistry. Prepare for a career in chemical and pharmaceutical industries or further academic study.
Gain a solid foundation in engineering, and apply science, design and analysis to real-life problems at the crossroads of biology and medicine.
Examine the growth of the source of life, from simple molecules to complex ecosystems. Learn the physical and chemical forces that create and regulate life, with advanced biology electives and courses in other branches of science. Biology is offered as a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree.
Pursue a Biology degree while preparing to earn teaching certification for grades 7–12.
Explore the molecular and genetic structures of life, from photosynthesis to complex sensory organs, while gaining a well-rounded education in the scientific and mathematical foundations of medicine. This program is popular with students preparing for medical or pharmacy school, as well as many other professional and academic options.
Aspire to a well-rounded education in business. Gain skills in communication, conflict management, leadership and negotiation. Join any of the professional organizations available in the Fox School of Business.
Graduate qualified to teach business, computer and information technology; industrial skills; or marketing in the classroom, co-op or workplace setting. Learn to deliver career training and education to students of all ages, as well as to manage internships, work-experience programs and more.
Study wheelwork, mold making and slip casting, as well as hand-building, sculpture, and 3-D modeling and printing in this studio art program. Students in the ceramics major are encouraged to investigate a wide range of processes as they develop their own personal visions using state-of-the-art facilities, and they work in a close-knit environment as they explore traditional and experimental clay techniques.
Build a strong foundation of analytical, physical and organic chemistry knowledge. Learn scientific research and reporting techniques that are vital for a number of high-profile careers, and have easy access to a city full of relevant internship and research opportunities. Chemistry is offered as a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree.
Explore the world of chemistry and prepare to bring what you learn in the lab to the front of the classroom. You can pursue a degree in Chemistry while learning how to teach grades 7–12.
Learn Mandarin (Putonghua), spoken by 850 million Chinese citizens. Develop the foundation for a career in government and business or to pursue graduate studies in health, informatics and law. Build proficiency incrementally, supplemented by English-taught classes on Chinese culture, film and literature. Advance your skills at a Chinese university or experience a language-intensive summer abroad.
Learn to construct, design, operate and plan facilities and infrastructures essential to the quality of modern life. Prepare to practice in areas such as construction, environment, surveying and structures, transit and water supply.
Develop proficiency in Latin or Greek. Explore the meaning and function of gender, slavery, race, the city and other ancient institutions. Learn how ancients thought by studying their architecture, art, history, languages, literature and mythology. Encounter the ruins firsthand by studying abroad in Rome.
Develop the expertise to support public leaders within organizations whose missions require ongoing civic engagement within urban settings. Learn techniques for communicating ethically in conflict-driven situations, and understand how to address misinformation and deceptive communication.
Obtain an in-depth, interdisciplinary knowledge of communication and its various elements through both theory and practice. Acquire cross-cultural expertise by learning from Klein faculty across multiple departments in areas ranging from entrepreneurship and social movements to technology and advocacy. Students at Temple University Japan can also choose a production track.
Learn to understand and think critically about the cultural, economic, historical, political and social dynamics shaping various types of communities. Study how to assess a community’s assets, needs and opportunities; develop strategies, programs and policies to improve quality of life; engage stakeholders; and plan what particular communities want to achieve.
Study composition for various media, including electronic music. This program focuses on creativity, the development of personal expression through music and the assessment of music’s role in the 21st century societal context.
Understand modern computer systems through a program that takes a broad approach to available technology. Learn the theories and the methods of computer science, and prepare for a career in administration, analysis, consulting and development. Computer Science is also available as a Bachelor of Science (BA); this degree requires more advanced Computer Science courses.
Master the fundamentals of computer science and physics by completing a rigorous program that encompasses the essentials of each in one degree. Build a solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, and programming and systems design as well as classical, modern, and mathematical physics, and quantum mechanics.
Combine construction, business and engineering for a career managing construction projects of all kinds. Learn design techniques and project management skills that are critical for success.
Research the nature of crime and society’s efforts to control and prevent it. This program emphasizes critical thinking about the causes and the consequences of crime and law enforcement. Students prepare for careers as practitioners, researchers, and academics in a variety of public and private sector professions in adult and juvenile systems of justice, at the federal, state, and local levels of government.
Gain the knowledge and skills necessary to defend vital cyber infrastructure and information assets. Develop a strong technical foundation in computing by obtaining skills in computer networks, databases and software development. Through hands-on, interdisciplinary learning, you’ll cultivate the analytical mindset and technical expertise required to succeed in the cybersecurity field.
Prepare for a career in cybersecurity and understand the behavior associated with cyberattacks. Graduates of this major benefit from the program’s innovative, multidisciplinary curriculum and collaboration between Temple’s College of Liberal Arts and College of Science and Technology.
Become a technically proficient and versatile artist with a deep understanding of your work. This Bachelor of Fine Arts program is based in modern dance technique and choreography, but features a broad curriculum that includes course requirements in ballet and African dance, and offers electives in a range of styles.
Learn how to analyze, manage and track big data. Learn to use the methods and systems that help scientists and other professionals analyze and model the various types of information found in data sets.
Learn how to help children lay the foundation for a lifetime of academic success. Gain the knowledge and certification to work with pre-kindergarten through fourth-grade students. Students can choose to focus on populations with special needs.
Study astronomy, geology and related fields and learn to apply scientific principles to problem solving, while preparing to teach grades 7–12.
Prepare for rigorous advanced study in the rapidly growing fields of ecology, evolution, and biodiversity and subsequent careers in academic, governmental, or nongovernmental research institutions. Strong foundations in theory, empirical approaches and quantitative methods develop core competencies. Graduates advance to top graduate programs or positions in conservation and restoration, environmental consulting, and formal and informal education.
Tackle social problems with a degree in economics, combining mathematical and behavioral study. This program prepares students for professions in economics, as well as business, law or teaching, and an opportunity in cooperative education allows students to pursue careers before graduation.
Study the science of production and consumption, gaining fluency in business theories and the economic principle from which they spring. This program prepares students for leadership roles in business and consulting with a degree that appeals to top corporations and policy shops around the world.
Prepare to understand and work with today’s complex systems, as well as develop emerging technologies. Explore electromagnetics, electronics and control systems to prepare for careers ranging from aerospace and power to manufacturing and robotics.
Learn to apply engineering principles and techniques and work with engineers, scientists and technicians on teams that generate technological advances. Concentrate on specific concentrations in construction, energy, environment, mechanical/manufacturing or computers.
Gain advanced reading and writing skills with classic and modern contributions to English discourse and literature. Develop the skills of critical analysis and reflection of existing works and those required to prepare original works in creative and professional fields. Work alongside accomplished faculty to prepare for careers in editing, publishing, writing and more.
Tap into your creative thinking skills and kick start your career as an entrepreneur with this certificate. You’ll gain the foundation to build a functioning team, form a strategic plan and successfully raise resources for your own enterprise. The certificate is designed for non-business students.
Gain an understanding of how new ventures are created and nurtured through the management of entrepreneurial businesses. This program combines skills and experience from several business disciplines for students to learn how to realize their own business plans or help other entrepreneurs on the road to establishment.
Explore solutions to the challenges of air, land and water pollution and sustainability. Gain hands-on experience through laboratory courses.
Examine our complex human relationship with our planet, and prepare to plan for its next stages through a program that teaches the underlying processes in nature and the lab. Study the key issues and techniques of environmental research while taking courses in the sciences that provide their foundation.
Combine the natural sciences of resources and processes with the social sciences surrounding humanity’s relationship to the planet. Prepare for a career in research and advocacy or the professional study of geographic information systems, law, planning and more.
The Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Science focuses on the science and practice of health fitness and sports performance.
Learn how to ensure buildings’ functionality by integrating people, place, process and technology. Students who choose this degree program may pursue facility management certification after entering into the profession.
Explore materials in a contemporary context that considers through the practice of studio art issues of gender, multiculturalism, sexuality, technological advancement and more. Examine the relationships between the material, the maker and the process, as well as the critical role that cloth and fiber processes play in a global economic marketplace. Students in this major access state-of-the-art equipment and studio spaces.
Develop creative and technical skills in audio, film, new media and video and in the theoretical understanding of film and culture through the Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Film and Media Arts. Gain a technical foundation to prepare for a career in film by choosing a concentration, explore the cultural significance and history of film and media arts, or take a broader approach to your studies with a general degree. Sophomores can enroll in the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) version of the program, which focuses more on creative expression.
Gain an arts-based film and video education that highlights creative expression through the Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Film and Media Arts. Learn to conceptualize and craft creative work that is informed by personal vision, research and scholarship. BFA students may choose a concentration that specializes in topics like screenwriting, directing, or animation and media arts. This degree is also available as a Bachelor of Arts (BA), which offers a broader approach to Film and Media Arts.
Learn to apply financial principles and methodologies to real-world situations, and develop a network that comprises industry leaders, world-class researchers and successful alumni. Students will learn the language of investment while exploring the interconnected world of financial systems.
Gain the skills and knowledge you need to become a financial professional who helps individuals grow, manage and protect their assets. Prepare to analyze and anticipate clients’ needs with a fundamental understanding of strategies for retirement planning, income tax and estate planning, insurance, investment allocation, and employee benefits planning.
Build a strong foundation in analytical chemistry, biology and criminal justice with the Bachelor of Science in Forensic Chemistry. In this 123-credit undergraduate program, students develop advanced lab skills using professional instrumentation, apply scientific methods to real-world investigations, and explore the ethical and legal standards that guide forensic work. With opportunities to conduct original research and connect with local labs and law enforcement agencies, students graduate prepared for a career in forensic science or for continued study in chemistry, forensic science or law.
Study the many forms and facets of the French language throughout its history as a global parlance and its effect on cultures around the world. Gain written and oral proficiency in French as you study the art, history and media of one or more Francophone cultures.
A global influence throughout history, France has impacted the worlds of literature, art, film, philosophy, music and more. Study French culture and its significance while mastering the reading, writing and speaking skills to develop French as an additional language. Graduates of this program typically pursue a career in education or translation, or combine it with another interest like business or law to become specialists and consultants with an international perspective.
Focus on gender and sexuality as an issue of individual identity and social cohesion in the U.S. and beyond. Learn the foundations of social science theories and methods in parallel with the lexicon of feminist and gender studies literature that explores our past and present understanding of gender in culture, politics and society.
Develop a deep, interdisciplinary understanding of science and mathematics while obtaining the skills and knowledge necessary to teach. Explore the topics needed to support secondary instruction in science and mathematics, including calculus, geometry, statistics, chemistry, biology, physics, geology and astronomy. Upon completion of the program, students will be eligible for the Instructional I teaching certification.
Acquire a strong foundation in the traditional disciplines of science and technology while developing the skills to effectively teach the curriculum in secondary schools. In this program, you’ll learn how to evaluate both theoretical and real-life quantitative data through laboratory investigation, scientific methodology, and the study of science history and models. Students practice designing and delivering inquiry-based science and technology lessons and courses, setting them up for success to become future teachers in high school settings.
Develop skills and tools in the natural sciences while training to teach them to others. Focus on teaching methods and designing lessons while completing the requirements for a Bachelor of Arts in Natural Science, and take the Praxis exam to teach in secondary education environments.
Gain critical thinking skills, effective communication abilities and interdisciplinary knowledge to prepare for a wide variety of careers. Available through Temple’s University College, students in this bachelor’s program can customize their degree through a combination of existing minors and/or certificates, or a cross-disciplinary array of coursework within available focus areas. This program is designed for adult students with prior college and transferable credit and at least three years of work experience.
Develop a thorough understanding of human DNA and its role in development and disease. Gain a foundation in the life sciences that emphasizes the medical relevance of genomics, evolutionary biology and informatics. Prepare for entry to medical school.
Understand the problems and promise of human habitation from a foundation in geographic sciences and theory. Gain a comprehensive understanding of globalization, social justice and sustainability in order to better address the challenges of the future.
Delve into the biological, chemical and physical processes of Earth, from the past to the far future, and our species’ place in it. Explore climate change, energy resources and natural planetary forces and prepare for postgraduate study or careers in development, policy, and research. Geology is offered as a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree.
Get ahead in a world language that influences business, philosophy and politics. Gain an understanding of German media and culture, pursue a career in international business or engage in discussion with the many innovators that speak German as a first language.
Learn glass blowing, casting, flameworking, fusing and kiln working. Due to the complex nature of materials and processes involved in glass works, the curriculum for this studio art major incorporates aspects of chemistry, kiln and furnace design and construction, and state-of-the-art technology. Use a wide range of materials and methods that are applied in both traditional and contemporary contexts in the arts.
Address key issues facing humanity around the world, and elect to focus on economy, security or cultures.
Learn how to develop design concepts through both traditional design foundations and advanced digital skills. Gain the creative and technical expertise needed to thrive in today’s diverse design industries through a dynamic curriculum that spans branding, typography, motion design and interactive media. Hands-on learning and personalized mentorship ensure graduates are prepared for a range of professional opportunities.
The Health Information Management BS develops a student’s expertise in healthcare policy, healthcare system infrastructure and information technology.
The Bachelor of Science in Health Professions is designed for students committed to pursuing careers in any of the health professions.
Evaluate and understand the importance of environmental, ethical, political and social issues to the provision of health services. Compare and contrast the approaches to promoting, maintaining or restoring health from the perspectives of various health professions. Tailor your degree to your interests through a specific focus in areas such as health information management, psychology, public health and more.
Learn to research and apply architectural and historical knowledge to the preservation of historic buildings. Build the skills to advocate for and recruit community support of such efforts. Study in Philadelphia, where key buildings from the Colonial and Revolutionary War eras are still standing.
Prepare for the future by understanding the implications of the past. Specialize in the cultural, economic, ethnic, gender, political or social aspects of American, European or non-Western history. This program is a common foundation for future study of business, education, government, law and academic specialties.
This associate of science degree is completed in two years. Learn installation and management techniques, landscape plant material, and theory, and gain valuable hands-on experience. Prepare for a career in the rapidly expanding horticultural industry. A basic understanding of the art and science of growing and handling a variety of plants, combined with a knowledge of basic design, will equip you for a wide range of jobs.
This bachelor of science degree focuses on the full range of the landscape process, including design, installation, management of urban and suburban landscapes, and plant production. Learn about the relationships among horticulture, natural ecological and technology processes, and develop a responsible horticultural approach toward the environment.
Build a solid foundation in child development, intercultural communication, organization leadership, research methods and urban education, with an emphasis on service outside the classroom. Gain hands-on experience through a yearlong internship to understand the cognitive, physical and social development of children, particularly in urban communities.
Understand the social and professional dynamics of human behavior in the workplace. Learn the details of compensation, hiring, recruitment, training and other essential functions necessary for mastering the “people side” of any organization.
Transform your passion for visual storytelling into a dynamic career with the Bachelor of Fine Arts in Illustration and Emerging Media. This program combines traditional artistic techniques with contemporary digital technologies, offering an interdisciplinary curriculum that prepares students for diverse opportunities in illustration.
Prepare to become a leader in quality and productivity management. Learn to design, develop, implement and improve the integrated systems that help a wide variety of companies save money and increase operating efficiency.
Combine design, mathematics, networks, programming, software systems analysis and more while learning the technology of information systems. Perform extensive laboratory work to become experienced with the fundamental concepts in computing. Information Science and Technology is also offered as a Bachelor of Arts (BA), which requires fewer advanced science courses.
Combine cutting-edge genetics and molecular biology education with hands-on research opportunities and career-focused coursework. Prepare for a future in genetic counseling, biotechnology, research or medicine with a strong selection of courses in various subfields of genomics, from behavioral genetics to computational genomics.
Geared toward students who are interested in German cultural studies, this interdisciplinary degree provides a foundation in history, culture and German as a foreign language. Cultural studies courses explore topics such as film, German minorities and cultural identities, and race, gender, and, sexuality in the Weimar era. Students can take up to two courses taught in English outside of the department to fulfill their requirements.
Develop the skills and gain the experience that will prepare you for a career in today’s global economy. Learn about the dynamics of globalization and interconnected marketplaces.
Learn to speak Italian and absorb the social and cultural imprints of Italy upon the world. Build proficiency in spoken and written Italian through exercises, literature and music while preparing for a career in business, education, government or tourism.
Form a deep understanding of Italian culture through a curriculum that emphasizes art, film, history, language, literature, media and music. You’ll also study Italian as a second language and master reading, writing and speaking skills.
Take courses in arranging, composition, conducting, improvisation, jazz and pop history, jazz secondary piano, and jazz styles and analysis, with an emphasis on improvisation.
With an emphasis on ensemble opportunities and improvisation, prepare to perform, record and tour. Students take four years of private lessons with a jazz instructor and courses in acoustics, arranging, aural skills, the business of music, computers in musical applications, conducting and improvisation.
Become a multifaceted, multimedia journalist, and hone the skills necessary to work in today’s newsrooms: reporting and writing, video production, and web design. Graduate prepared to work online, in print, on radio and on TV.
The Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology prepares students to enter a variety of jobs in the fitness and wellness, health promotion, and physical activity fields.
Learn how to plan the appropriate use of land and design built environments based on an understanding of natural and cultural site characteristics, human need, and sound artistic and technical ability. The scope of landscape architecture includes land use, site design and urban planning at all scales.
Combine the study of business and law through a program that prepares students for success in professional studies or work directly after graduation. This program is ideal for future law school or MBA program applicants—it includes practical elements from the legal process and the business world.
This program is ideal if you require flexibility in your course work, major and schedule. Design your own plan of study in the liberal arts with a concentration in humanities or social science, transfer to a major or choose a concentration as your academic goals evolve.
Learn how to apply, design and initiate technology, in order to transform business functions and produce innovative products and services. Absorb skills and knowledge about the business applications of mobile computing, virtual private networking and other technological aids for business.
Understand how companies and services make decisions and identify their clients’ needs through psychology and economics. This program combines the qualitative skills of design and sales with the hard science of profit and risk, preparing students for careers in advertising, marketing, product design and more.
Use mathematical approaches, from probability mechanics to statistical analysis, to solve problems and address issues of economics. Build a foundation of the most common and useful tools of theoretical and applied mathematics, while learning the context of economics and financial data.
Form a deeper understanding of the mathematical approach to economics with coursework focused on calculus, econometrics, microeconomic principles and numerical analysis. Develop the critical thinking skills necessary to pursue advanced graduate study in accounting, economics, finance and other related disciplines.
Master the most adaptable science with a program that ties theoretical equations and real-life quantitative data with the scientific and everyday applications of mathematics. Learn to synthesize new ideas and concepts, and gain an advantage in a competitive world.
Combine the raw power of mathematics with a refined understanding of automated calculation, computer programming and software design. Gain familiarity with cutting-edge tools and methodologies in computer science, while learning a classic grounding in theoretical and quantitative mathematics.
Develop knowledge in math and computer science, and learn to bring those disciplines into the classroom. Combine an interdisciplinary degree with a focus on teaching methods and the opportunity to work with teachers in the field beforepreparing to teach grades 7–12.
Combine the essential principles of physics and mathematics in this challenging interdisciplinary program. Gain observation and problem-solving skills related to physical and mathematical forces while preparing for careers in academic research, the private sector, policy and more.
Master the use of algebraic and numerical computations while being trained to teach mathematics courses. Combine this interdisciplinary degree with instruction and experience in teaching grades 7–12 before taking the Praxis exam required to teach.
Gain the analytical and problem-solving skills of applied and pure mathematics while preparing to take the Praxis exam to teach grades 7–12.
Investigate what makes things work, and learn to solve engineering problems with physical solutions. Pursue open-ended problem-solving using mathematical and scientific processes for a career in industries ranging from product design, manufacturing, materials to automotive and many others.
Learn all facets of media studies and production, including appearing on air, becoming a producer, editing sound and video, executing camerawork, launching your own company, lighting productions and studios, and more. Pursue fields such as television, radio, music, videography and podcasting.
This major combines organic synthesis, biochemistry and pharmacology coursework, preparing students to meet the growing demand for chemists in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology fields. With the greater Philadelphia area established as a pharmaceutical innovation hub, graduates of the Medicinal Chemistry program are well positioned for careers in drug discovery, development and biomedical research or the pursuit of related advanced degrees.
In this studio art program, you will learn to design jewelry and objects of both beauty and utility using state-of-the-art tools and materials—and learn how to make a living doing so. Using materials that range from aluminum and bronze to gold, silver, modern titanium and plastics, students create bracelets, earrings, furniture, pins, rings, toys, and other functional objects and products.
Choose a single or dual concentration and learn how to instill the academic and social skills middle grade students need to excel in high school and beyond. Gain a deep understanding of this age group’s mindset, and work with students early and often through a variety of field work.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the various facets of the sport, tourism, hospitality and event management industries. Designed for transfer students, this program boasts a flexible curriculum that allows students to dive into topics spanning from marketing to global and ethical impacts of the sport, tourism, hospitality and event management industries.
Prepare for such fields as communications, the computer software industry, library science, the publishing industry, and other new and diverse areas of the music profession. Applicants must arrange to take musicianship examinations before qualifying for admission to the program.
Learn to teach music through a sequence of coursework, skills refinement and experience in urban and suburban educational settings. Hone the skills needed to qualify for Pennsylvania state certification of K–12 public school music teachers and successful entry into the teaching profession.
Learn to teach jazz through a sequence of coursework, experience and skills refinement in urban and suburban educational settings. Hone the skills needed to qualify for Pennsylvania state certification of K–12 public school music teachers and successful entry into the teaching profession.
Study all periods of music from a broad cultural perspective, with an emphasis on performance practice and the development of musical form and style. This program emphasizes an analytical and historical approach to the study of music and the development of scholarly research skills.
Fuse musical skill and technological knowledge to create works and pursue employment or graduate education in composition, editing and publishing, performance, production, recording and editing, software and hardware development, and systems design, as well as audio fields such as concert and event recording and editing, films and TV, games and more.
Prepare for entry-level clinical positions in music therapy, and become eligible to take the national examination of the Certification Board for Music Therapists.
Prepare for entry-level clinical positions in music therapy with an emphasis on jazz, and become eligible to take the national examination of the Certification Board for Music Therapists.
Train to become a versatile “triple-threat” artist and develop the skills and tools necessary for a life as a theater professional through this Bachelor of Fine Arts program. Immerse yourself in the artistry, genre and history of musical theater, while sharpening your technical skills in voice and dance.
Study the sciences through a program that combines foundations in biology, chemistry, computer science, geology, mathematics and more.
Discover an interdisciplinary field that examines the source of cognition and feeling. This program draws coursework from multiple schools and departments to cover degenerative diseases, molecular genetics, neural development, and other functions and issues of human neural networks.
This is an accelerated bachelor of science in nursing program. Designed for those who have already obtained a non-nursing bachelor’s degree, the program provides you with the extensive knowledge, skills and experience required to become a registered nurse over the course of 16 months.
Prepare for a career in nursing through academic and clinical coursework grounded in nursing science and related biological sciences, social sciences and the arts. Highly qualified faculty instill in students a sense of responsibility to underserved communities.
Become a part of the working world of art, prepare for a career in studio practice and hone a variety of techniques while developing your personal vision. You will have opportunities to show your work and learn from diverse faculty who are scholars and practicing artists.
Whether you are a keyboardist or a vocalist, develop your ability to perform solo, in an ensemble or as an accompanist through rigorous private instruction and regular performance.
The Pharmaceutical Sciences program in the School of Pharmacy prepares students to lead in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, and pursue professional degree programs and post-graduate research. You will choose from one of three concentrations—manufacturing and manufacturing compliance, marketing and sales, pre-pharmacy, and research—to further hone your expertise and graduate ready to meet the demand for trained professionals in these areas. Pre-pharmacy is an early assurance program offering a pathway to the PharmD for those students who want to pursue a career as a pharmacist. Students can also choose to graduate with a BS in pharmaceutical sciences.
Study the nature of reality and intention that provides the foundation for all of humanity’s intellectual and social progress. This program grounds students in basic issues in the arts, professions and sciences, and prepares future law school graduates with a specialized curriculum.
Examine both the art and science of photography, as well as its history and contemporary critical trends and theories. This program emphasizes photographic processes as a fine art medium and gives students the opportunity to perfect alternative techniques—such as gum printing, hand-applied emulsions that are light-sensitive, platinum printing and other historical practices—while exploring contemporary photo processes in one of the finest digital labs in the U.S.
In this Bachelor of Science program, you’ll learn about the universe, from the subatomic to the supergalactic, with a degree applicable to business, development, education, law and research. Gain a mastery of physics’ application to communications, product development, scientific discovery and everyday life. Physics is offered as a Bachelor of Arts (BA) or a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree.
Earn a physics degree while learning the tools to become certified to teach grades 7–12.
Gain a full understanding of politics within the U.S. government, international relations and the underlying theories of the choices and actions of states. Explore the history and structure of political behavior, governments and policies, and develop the skills to research or participate in the political process.
Explore a wide range of concepts and techniques and focus on career development. Students first learn the fundamentals of the four printmaking disciplines (intaglio, lithography, relief and silkscreen) before exploring at least two of them in depth. Advanced projects include color, photo processes, large-scale printing, installation and digital printmaking.
Journey to the origins of human cognition and behavior with a program combining the physical and social indicators of communities, disorders and interactions. Gain access to numerous learning experiences, from laboratory research to local clinics, and specialized programs for future graduate students in business, law, medical and advanced research.
With the Bachelor of Science in Public Health, play a critical role in creating and evaluating programs that could revolutionize community and population health.
Advance your communication and ethical decision-making skills to build ongoing, mutually beneficial relationships between various types of organizations and their target audiences. Learn to identify audience wants and needs, measure audience response to organizational messages, and manage public relations strategies that evolve as organizations grow in an ever-changing environment.
Place yourself at the interface of applied mathematics, computation, chemistry, information science and physics, while developing an understanding of the far-reaching capabilities of material science. Bridge the divide to applied sciences through innovation and technology applications and explore both laboratory work and theoretical and computational research.
Develop the ability to analyze real estate investment opportunities and implement the risk-management strategies to capitalize on them. This program focuses on an understanding of real estate markets and the specifics of legal real estate transactions for future market analysts, brokers and specialists.
Discover the power of therapeutic recreation for activity-based rehabilitation of emotional, mental and physical health for people living with disability and how to maximize client outcomes through collaboration with a variety of disciplines including occupational and physical therapy, nursing, social work, and special education. Learn to lead structured leisure activities like adapted sports and expressive arts, including music, dance and horticulture, that improve patient wellness through a combination of kinesiology and social psychology in diverse environments like hospitals, specialized rehab centers, long-term care facilities and community-based programs.
Graduates will meet eligibility requirements for the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification exam.
Combine a classical liberal arts education with a global familiarity of major faiths and covenants, from the ancient origins of Judeo-Christian sects to the modern practices of Asian and African religions. Round out your understanding of religion and faith-based thought while honing your analytical, intellectual and interpersonal skills.
Acquire the technical expertise and strategic vision necessary to manage the risks facing modern businesses. Learn the qualitative and quantitative skills required to understand the many dimensions of risk and help stakeholders respond with successful strategies.
Develop your technical skills as an artist while learning critical discourse and theory and honing your knowledge of contemporary sculpture. This studio art program takes an open point of view to the practice of sculpture, with a solid emphasis on acquiring the practical skills necessary to build a lifelong career in art. It also emphasizes critical thinking in all aspects of the creative process.
Ensure the success of young minds by preparing to teach with an emphasis on social, intellectual, and communication skills. This program focuses on the classical and everyday uses of literature, presentations and the spoken world to understand and shape ideas.
Learn and pass on invaluable problem-solving skills with mathematical fluency and the ability to interest young minds in the world of numbers and variables. Students take courses in both the College of Education and Human Development and the College of Science and Technology, in order to gain comprehensive subject knowledge.
Create informed citizens of the democratic process with a secondary education focus in social studies. This program instills critical thinking and cultural sensitivity and gives students the opportunity to major in history or a social science as well.
Prepare to teach a foreign language in secondary education with a focus on Spanish, French, German, Italian or Latin. Become equipped to teach a chosen language and its related cultural assets and values.
The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) prepares students for social work careers advancing social justice and working with individuals and families in need.
Study human behavior in all of its forms through a wide-ranging program that analyzes the roles of culture, family, gender, globalization, politics and race. This program offers rigorous training in the theories and methods of social analysis in groups, institutions and entire societies.
Gain listening, reading, speaking and writing proficiency by learning Spanish culture, language and literature. Focus on becoming proficient for business, law, medicine, social services, or teaching or qualifying for advanced linguistic and literary studies. Accelerate your understanding through service learning and internship opportunities locally or abroad.
Prepare for a career in cross-cultural communication with the Spanish-English Translation and Interpretation Certificate. In this 12-credit undergraduate certificate, students refine their bilingual abilities while developing key translation and interpretation skills. Through coursework grounded in real-world applications, you’ll explore specialized vocabulary, Latinx cultural contexts and the ethical considerations essential to accurate, respectful communication in a variety of fields.
Develop effective and practical instructional strategies for working with students with mild to severe disabilities in pre-kindergarten or kindergarten through grade 12 settings. Gain an appreciation and understanding of child and adolescent development and learning. Students acquire professional experience through fieldwork and a 12-week, full-time teaching assignment.
The Speech, Language and Hearing Science BA is a degree program for students interested becoming a speech-language pathologist or audiologist.
Gain the experience and expertise necessary for a successful career in sports media while studying in one of the largest media markets in the country. This undergraduate major is designed to help you form your professional pathway, and you’ll participate in real-world internships and opportunities that will set you apart in the field when you graduate.
Gain the quantitative knowledge to think with data by learning the basics of data management and statistical methods and theory. Learn programming and modern statistical languages and enter the workforce with your SAS Base Programming for SAS 9 certification. Develop a business-oriented perspective that will prepare you for a career in a high-demand field.
Study how to streamline a business’ supply-side activities to maximize customer value and gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Learn to forecast the availability of goods, materials and services while advising executives or preparing their projects.
Form the pathway for a career in theater production management, stage management and technical production, or prepare to pursue a master of fine arts degree. Courses focus on technical theater and stage management as a foundation for all hands-on theatrical production disciplines. All students complete a capstone course for real-world experience in technical direction, production management or stage management.
Gain a solid foundation in theater, whether you want to act, design, direct, stage manage or teach. Students learn and create in a wide variety of classroom, production and studio environments.
Sharpen your listening and performance abilities through the study of analysis, counterpoint, ear training, harmony, keyboard and orchestration. This program prepares its students to be well-rounded, practical musicians, able to apply skills and knowledge to analysis, composition, performance, research and teaching.
Learn to manage experiences and events across multiple industries. You’ll develop the skills needed to pursue careers in advertising, customer service, operations, hotels, food and beverage, travel, and more. The program’s location in Philadelphia provides multiple opportunities for hands-on, real-world experiences with leading companies in events, tourism and hospitality.
The Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in User Experience and User Interface Design at Tyler School of Art and Architecture prepares students to create intuitive, user-centered digital interactions. By blending design aesthetics with a deep understanding of user behavior and technology, the program equips students with the skills to master UX/UI design, information architecture, and user research. With personalized mentorship and hands-on experience, graduates emerge ready to influence the future of digital products and enhance user satisfaction across diverse platforms.
Develop skills to excel in the remote workplace, from streaming on Twitch to managing teams for an international startup. Learn to communicate efficiently and effectively in virtual settings and adapt to continual changes in mediated environments. This undergraduate online or hybrid program addresses the cultural, interpersonal and organizational challenges of this increasingly typical way of working and prepares students to lead teams and manage media platforms across geographic borders and time zones.
Develop skills as makers and thinkers by taking an equal ratio of studio and academic classes that foster critical awareness of how society is reflected through visual means in the 21st century. By creating and interpreting images from art, commercial imagery, film, photography and TV, students learn to analyze visual communication from a variety of sociological and theoretical viewpoints.
