GO. LEARN. BE. [ ACADEMIC GUIDE ]
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GO for ACADEMICS
A guide to undergraduate Academic programs when it comes to choosing a university, what really matters? it isn’t a logo or a mascot or even a picture-perfect campus. it’s books and backpacks… labs and learning… experiments and exams. it’s the academic foundation that leads to the ultimate goal – your college degree. At uAh, we take pride in offering nationally recognized academic programs that combine interesting classes, inspiring professors and incredible hands-on experiences. rigorous and rewarding, an education from uAh prepares students like you for success. that’s what matters most of all.
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Check Out These Facts About UAH: • UAH was among the top “National Universities” and “High School Counselor Rankings” by U.S. News & World Report for 2012. • Our institution has been classified by the Carnegie Foundation in the “very high” research category – an elite group of only 73 public universities in the United States and only the nation’s top 3% of four-year accredited degree-granting colleges and universities. • In a recent survey by USA Today/The Princeton Review, UAH was among the top 25 “best value” universities nationwide. • The College Database recently ranked UAH #1 for the best financial return on investment among Alabama post-secondary schools, both private and public.
CONTENTS Business Administration 4 Engineering 8 Liberal Arts 12 Nursing 16 Science 20 3
LEARN about BUSINESS
College of Business Administration All business programs are not created equal. Looking for one that offers rigorous and relevant programs? Look no further than UAH’s College of Business Administration. The College of Business Administration is accredited by the prestigious Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International. Representing the highest standard in management education, this mark of excellence is earned by fewer than 5% of all business schools around the world. The College of Business Administration offers high-quality programs focused on scientific, technological and traditional business environments. Through strategic alliances within our community, the College is emerging as an instrumental partner in the economic and technological development of the region.
As technology redefines the way business is done, our information systems major ensures a great foundation for careers in computer forensics, cybersecurity, database management, and more.
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INVESTING WISELY: Students in our Capital Management Group manage two real investment portfolios worth CLOSE TO $500,000. One of the portfolios is an international fund that invests in companies from all over the world!
5 Reasons to Do Business with UAH 1.
The National Science Foundation has ranked UAH among the top 10 schools in the nation for federally funded contracts and grants in management and economics.
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Across majors, we’re committed to providing experiential learning or “hands-on” opportunities through internships, co-op jobs, and class projects.
3. UAH’s accounting graduates have consistently high pass rates on the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) exam.
Guess what? UAH’s College
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Our New Venture Challenge students work with inventors and entrepreneurs to build business models and launch new business ventures. Students compete for scholarships at an annual business plan competition.
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UAH’s business graduates are leaders at Ford Motor Co., Eastman Kodak, Merrill Lynch, NASA-MSFC, National Academy of Sciences, Sears Logistic Group, National Institutes of Health, and more.
of Business Administration students intern or co-op with Accenture, ADTRAN, Appleton Learning, Boeing, Disney World, Dynetics, Ford, IBM, SAIC, Yulista Management, Mercedes, and others.
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LEARN about BUSINESS What’s Best in Business? Strong business programs (like ours!) combine courses in your major and courses in other subjects along with a healthy dose of practical application skills. Visit us online at uah.edu/cba for a complete listing of minors and concentrations that enhance our degree programs and offer more specialized studies in business. UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS & AREAS OF STUDY
Accounting - - - -
General Accounting Assurance & Financial Reporting (Auditing) Taxation Federal Contract Accounting
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General Finance Corporate Finance Federal Government Finance & Contracts Investments & Financial Institutions
Economics & Computational Analysis Finance
Information Systems
- Information Assurance - Supply Chain Information Systems - Systems Analysis
Management - - - - -
General Management Acquisition Management Entrepreneurship Human Resources Management Supply Chain Management
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Acquisition Management Entrepreneurship Marketing Management Supply Chain Management
Special OPPORTUNITIES
• Career-Focused Projects in Each Major • Cooperative Education Program • Honors College • Internship Program • Pre-Professional • Study Abroad STUDENT GROUPS
• American Marketing Association • Beta Alpha Psi • Capital Management Group • Economics Club • Entrepreneurship Club • Information Systems Security Association • iSystems Club • Society for Human Resource Management • Supply Chain Management Club
Marketing
Faculty members in the College of
Our specialized course work in the
Business Administration are regularly
area of federal contract management
recognized for teaching excellence. In
and accounting is a fantastic foundation
2012, Dr. Dorla Evans earned the UAH
for work with federal agencies and
Distinguished Teaching Award.
federal contractors. You’ll study contract management, acquisitions management, supply chain management, and federal
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contract accounting.
Learn from the best: Faculty members have been elected to lead the world’s most prestigious academic professional associations.
Classes You Don’t Want to Miss: • Computer Forensics • Economics of Information Technology • Employment Law for Managers • Financial Issues in Entrepreneurship • Games and Networks
Diamond Davis informations systems
“The College of Business Administration helps you apply what you are learning in so many ways,” says Diamond Davis, a recent information systems graduate from Birmingham. “I really value the broad-based business approach, as it makes me more marketable to employers,” says Diamond, who completed a co-op as a UAH student. “My degree definitely gives me opportunities to succeed.”
• International Finance • Investments • New Product Development • New Venture Strategies • Sports Economics • Supply Chain Management
Jennifer Pettitt director of undergraduate advising
“UAH offers a degree that’s worth more because it allows you to do more,” notes Jennifer Pettitt, marketing lecturer and advising director. What kind of student does she think fits best in the College of Business Administration? “Someone who’s driven, concerned about his or her career, goal oriented, and willing to work,” she says. “The truth is, most business students are already employed full- or part-time – many in exciting internships and co-ops.”
WANT TO LEARN MORE? CONTACT US! College of Business Administration UAH 301 Sparkman Drive Huntsville, AL 35899 256.824.6024 cba@uah.edu 7
LEARN about ENGINEERING
College of Engineering Looking for one of the best places in the country to study engineering? You’ve found it! UAH’s College of Engineering offers all the resources of a major public research university – including interactive classrooms, state-of-the-art labs, and high-tech equipment funded by a prestigious grant from NASA. You’ll network with leading professionals and benefit from high academic standards, yet also enjoy small classes and personal attention. And even as an undergraduate, you will complete research, internships, and co-ops. Many are right here in Huntsville – a high-tech community that’s home to the U.S. Department of Defense, NASA, and numerous biotech companies, among others. The College of Engineering offers a distinct learning experience that challenges you to think intellectually and creatively, immerses you in the real world, and encourages you to think outside the box. This is an ideal foundation for your success!
Our graduates excel! Consider these examples: Dr. Robin Buckelew (’94) directs the U.S. Army’s Aviation & Missile Research, Development & Engineering Centersimulation Lab. Dr. Jan Davis (’85) is a former NASA astronaut who is now VP for Jacobs Engineering Group. Dr. Marc Bendickson (’80) is CEO of Dynetics. And Dr. Werner Dahm (’78) is a chief scientist for the U.S. Air Force.
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We’re #1: The UAH Concrete Canoe Team IS A 5-time national champion
5 Ways UAH Is Engineering Greatness 1. According to the National Science Foundation, two UAH College of Engineering research disciplines (mechanical and electrical) rank in the nation’s top 50 for federal research funding. 2. UAH was one of only 17 research entities in the U.S. asked to join the National Systems Engineering Research Center created by the Department of Defense and National Security Agency. 3. According to popsci.com, website of Popular Science magazine, UAH has one of the top ten labs in the nation where students do serious research. 4. Our student organizations – including the space hardware club, concrete canoe team, moonbuggy team, and the student launch initiative – have participated in and won regional and national awards in competitions.
We’re dedicated to advancing knowledge through research; educating students with a multi-disciplinary, entrepreneurial, innovative perspective; and promoting collaboration with local and global partners to address
5. Our campus is part of Cummings Research Park, the nation’s secondlargest university-related research park and home to Fortune 500 companies. Redstone Arsenal is also nearby, housing NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center and several U.S. Army research and development centers.
society’s technological needs.
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LEARN about ENGINEERING Engineering Options 5 departments + 8 ABET-accredited degree programs = a myriad of possibilities.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS & AREAS OF STUDY
Aerospace Engineering Chemical Engineering
- Biotechnology - Materials
Civil Engineering
- Environmental - Structural - Transportation
Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering Industrial & Systems Engineering Mechanical Engineering Optical Engineering
STUDENT GROUPS
• American Institute of Chemical Engineers • American Society of Civil Engineers • American Society of Mechanical Engineers • Engineers Without Borders • Formula SAE • Industrial Engineering Honor Society • Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers • Institute of Industrial Engineers • National Society of Black Engineers • Society of Women Engineers • Society of American Military Engineers • Society of Manufacturing Engineers • Tau Beta Pi [Engineering Honor Society] • Various Teams & Competitions
Our students work with some of UAH’s
What’s happening? To ensure relevant
most impressive centers – Space
discussions about topics in the field,
Plasma & Aeronomic Research Center,
we often feature guest faculty from
Rotorcraft Systems Engineering &
Boeing, CFD Research Corporation,
Simulation Center, Center for Applied
Defense Intelligence Agency, Dynetics,
Optics, Propulsion Research Center,
ITT Corporation, NASA’s Marshall Space
and others.
Flight Center, Science Applications International Corporation, the U.S. Army
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and more.
Learn by doing: We offer lots of research, internship, and co-op opportunities that make our graduates highly competitive.
Special Classes in Engineering: • Chemical Process Control
Josiah Thomas
• Computer Network Security
mehcanical engineering
• Design and Analysis of Experiments
Josiah Thomas turned down Auburn and Georgia Tech to study mechanical engineering in his hometown of Huntsville. “UAH is known for turning out quality engineers,” he says, “and it offered experiences I couldn’t get elsewhere.” For example, Josiah is an assistant in the college’s Engineering Design and Prototyping Facility and also had an opportunity to present research at a regional conference. His father, an engineer for 20+ years, also appreciates UAH. “He really likes the program and wishes he had gotten the experiences I’ve found here!”
• Digital Electronics
Dr. Sampson Gholston
• Electricity and Magnetism • Elements of Spacecraft Design • Engineering Economy • Human Factors Psychology • Introduction to Computer Architecture • Introduction to Radar Systems • Laser Systems • Mechanics of Materials • Operations Research • Optical Fiber Communications
associate professor, engineering
• Rocket Propulsion
“We are a school focused on academics,” says Dr. Sampson Gholston, an associate professor in the College of Engineering who earned a research grant from NASA and previously worked at General Motors. “We also know our students as individuals; there is a conscious attempt to foster communication.” The result? Professors who know students well and connect them with professional opportunities. “Most of our students work 10-15 hours per week in the engineering field,” he says. “That training jumpstarts their careers.”
• Soil Mechanics • Thermodynamics • Traffic Engineering Design • Water Quality Laboratory
WANT TO LEARN MORE? CONTACT US! College of Engineering UAH 301 Sparkman Drive Huntsville, AL 35899 256.824.6474 uah.edu/eng/contact
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LEARN about LIBERAL ARTS
College of Liberal Arts The College of Liberal Arts offers majors in the humanities, fine arts, behavioral and social sciences, communication arts, and education. This broad-based foundation will do more than provide the understanding and skills required for a successful career. It can also provide the groundwork for a meaningful, involved life. Subjects in the liberal arts – literature, drama, politics, visual art, music, philosophy, history, and foreign languages and cultures – are at the heart of a good education. Their study is essential for responsible civic engagement and leadership within virtually any field. Liberal arts graduates are competitive for a wide range of careers. Here’s why: A liberal arts degree provides a well-rounded education beyond specific vocational training. The result? Grads are not limited to a single career path. Our alumni pursue careers in business, medicine, law, government, the arts, communication, education, and numerous other fields.
Join in! Art Club, Choir, French Club, German Club, Jazz Ensemble, Pep Band, The Philosopher’s Guild, Society for Ancient Languages, Slovo-Slavic Club, Spanish Club, Student Alabama Education Association, Wind Ensemble, and the Women’s Studies Student Organization are just some of the many ways to explore the arts at UAH.
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GET MOVING! Studies show that liberal arts grads often move up managerial ranks faster than those trained in other fields.
5 Reasons to Pursue Liberal Arts 1. From philosophy and art to psychology and education, the College of Liberal Arts offers a diverse range of majors. 2. We provide students with an outstanding education and exceptional value. Our nurturing atmosphere is comparable to that of an expensive private liberal arts school at the cost of a public university. 3. The College offers a wide selection of extracurricular, cultural, and educational opportunities, as well as internships in several disciplines. 4. Faculty members are committed to being excellent teachers and attentive mentors who interact with students within and beyond the classroom. Because UAH is a research university, faculty members are also scholars who make original contributions to their fields.
Travel abroad with our Global
5. In ad足dition to our undergraduate programs, we also offer graduate degree options in English, history, public affairs, psychology, and teacher education.
Studies program! Each year students are immersed in the language of Spain, take a photographic journey through England, and explore ancient history and architecture in Rome.
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LEARN about LIBERAL ARTS Liberal Arts Options The College of Liberal Arts brings together faculty and students in an exciting atmosphere of creative learning across a variety of disciplines. UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS & AREAS OF STUDY
Art - - - - - - -
Art History Drawing & Painting Graphic Design Photography Printmaking Sculpture Studio Art
Art History Communication Arts
- Rhetoric - Technical Communications
INTERDISCIPLINARY MINORS
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Classical Studies Global Studies Public History Theatre Web Communications Women’s Studies
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
• Honors College • Pre-Law Advising • Study Abroad
Education
- Elementary - Secondary
English
- Language Arts - Secondary Education
Foreign Language - - - - -
French German Russian Secondary Education Spanish
Foreign Language & International Trade History
- Secondary Education - Social Science
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Music - - - - - - -
Jazz Music Education Music Technology Performance Music Music Business Church Music Piano Pedagogy
Philosophy Political Science Psychology Sociology
From its earliest days, UAH was meant to engage students in both science and the arts. “Young people,” said Wernher von Braun, “must acquire the the moral and spiritual values adequate to decide wisely the uses which should be made of new knowledge with their minds not fashioned to function as computers, but with heart and soul.”
LEARNING FOR LIFE: THE liberal arts prepare you to think critically and communicate clearly – skills that are valuable and marketable.
Classes You Don’t Want to Miss: • American Foreign Policy • American Presidency
Trevor Jones
• The Bible as Literature
graphic design
• Children’s and Adolescent Literature
“Professors in the College of Liberal Arts have gone out of their way to help me,” says Trevor Jones, a recent graphic design graduate. As a result, he made the most of his UAH experience – creating web pages, traveling to Spain and Germany, and joining national service fraternity Phi Beta Sigma. What’s next? “I’ll build my portfolio and pursue a master’s degree in graphic arts. UAH has been a great place to start.”
• Civil War and Reconstruction
Jeffrey Neuschatz professor of psychology
“UAH offers a real advantage to complete cutting-edge research and have students work with me,” says Jeffrey Neuschatz, professor of psychology, who recently received a National Science Foundation grant to study effective ways to identify crime suspects. “In the College of Liberal Arts, I can be a scholar and a teacher,” he says. “I enjoy interacting with students, listening to them and even playing hacky sack with them.” His goal? “Teaching students to find answers to questions and to always have courage.”
• Collapse of Civilizations • Decision-Making in Small Groups • Documentary Photography • Fiction Writing • International Cinema • Interpersonal Communication • Life-Span Development • Philosophy of Mind • Psychobiology of Stress and Illness • Sociology of Childhood • Sociology of Science and Technology • Web Animation • Women in U.S. History
WANT TO LEARN MORE? CONTACT US! College of Liberal Arts UAH 301 Sparkman Drive Huntsville, AL 35899 256.824.6200 dean-la@uah.edu
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LEARN about NURSING
College of Nursing UAH’s College of Nursing is committed to providing a quality nursing education that is second to none. As a nursing student, you will connect with dedicated professionals and experience high academic standards. At the same time, you’re sure to appreciate small classes and individualized attention. And as early as your first semester, you may complete clinical rotations that offer a sense of what it’s like to work in the nursing profession. The College of Nursing offers flexible learning formats designed to meet your needs. Perhaps you are a first-time college student who has always dreamed of becoming a nurse, or you are a registered nurse who desires additional credentials. Or maybe you want to pursue a nursing degree but cannot attend classes on campus. No matter what your situation is, the College of Nursing has options that can work for you.
Learning through service. College of Nursing students gain practical experience as they plan, promote, and oversee community service efforts. Their “Let’s Pretend Hospital” helps reduce fear and anxiety for children, and a grassroots program for elders has become a model in the region.
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NURSING JOBS: We have hundreds of opportunities for clinical learning experiences, which is great for future employment opportunities!
5 Reasons to Consider the UAH Nursing Experience 1. All degree programs are fully accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. 2. We’re the only school in north Alabama with bachelor’s, master’s, and doctorate nursing options. 3. College of Nursing students attend professional meetings regionally and across the U.S., where they frequently present posters and give oral briefings. They are actively involved in leadership roles in state, regional, and national organizations. 4. The UAH team that won the 2011 Alabama Launchpad Business Plan Competition was actually led by a College of Nursing professor! The group earned $100,000 in seed capital for delivering a product that combines patient information and ways to improve patient care as well as hospital finances.
Ten UAH students presented at a recent National Student Nurses Association convention in Salt Lake City, Utah, and one student, Colin Tomblin, was elected to the
5. The College of Nursing’s online graduate program was ranked 13th among the best in the nation by U.S. News & World Report’s 2013 Edition of America’s Best Online Education Programs.
group’s board of directors.
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LEARN about NURSING Nursing Options UAH offers two paths to obtain an undergraduate degree in nursing: 1. A traditional option if you are just starting your professional nursing education 2. An option for students who have earned R.N. licensure or an associate’s degree in nursing We also offer the following advanced degree programs: Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education, Master of Science in Nursing, Post-Master’s Family Nurse Practitioner, and Doctor of Nursing Practice.
UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS & AREAS OF STUDY
BSN for students entering professional
nursing
BSN for registered nurses with an associate degree in nursing
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Master of Science in Nursing - - - - -
Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Adult-Gerontology Clinical Nurse Specialist Clinical Nurse Leader Family Nurse Practitioner Leadership in Healthcare Systems
NURSING BY THE NUMBERS
• 1 of the largest majors on campus • 2 undergraduate degree options • 1,000 nursing students at UAH • 10% of UAH nursing students are male • 600+ clinical rotation sites throughout the Southeast • 10% of UAH undergraduate nursing students are already R.N.s
Doctor of Nursing Practice
Our College of Nursing facility is
Hands-on nursing. College of Nursing
undergoing a $17 million renovation
students manage the UAH Health Fair
that will add 45,000 square feet of
on campus each fall for faculty, staff,
teaching and office space. It will also
and students. They are also involvled
consolidate the College of Nursing’s
in groups like the Pre-Nursing Club,
Learning Resource Center, known
Student Nurses Christian Fellowship,
as Charger Hospital, which offers
and the Association of Nursing
students a simulation center and
Students.
lab space.
Can’t get to campus? UAH offers single classes, clusters of courses, and even complete programs in online formats.
Classes You Don’t Want to Miss: Caitlin Phillips nursing
“The UAH nursing program is challenging – with good reason,” says Caitlin Phillips, an honors student from Birmingham. “We’re taking care of people’s lives.” A member of Sigma Beta Tau, the nursing honor society, Caitlin earned the Clinical Excellence in Nursing Leadership Award as a senior, when she precepted in the neonatal intensive care unit of an area hospital. “I’m passionate about nursing overall,” she says, “but experiences in neonatal are especially rewarding.” Caitlin also shared research on childhood immunizations at a conference in Utah.
Dr. Lori Lioce assistant professor of nursing
“Quality clinical experiences are transforming nursing education. We’re doing everything we can to connect students with real-life experiences and increase face-to-face interaction with patients,” said Lioce. As a family nurse practitioner at the Huntsville Hospital Emergency Department, she appreciates demands working professionals face. “Our students are busy, so we deliver an ‘on demand’ education in various ways – online, on campus, at satellite locations, and in clinical settings.”
• Budgeting in Health Care Systems • Community Health Nursing • Global Health Studies • Introduction to Forensics • Anatomy and Physiology • Microbiology • Health Assessment • Nursing as a Political Force • Space Life Sciences • Pathophysiology • Pharmacology in Nursing • Professional Practice in Nursing • Nursing and Health Promotion • Honors Research • Human Growth and Development • Population Based Health Care
WANT TO LEARN MORE? CONTACT US! College of Nursing UAH 301 Sparkman Drive Huntsville, AL 35899 256.824.6742 nursing@uah.edu
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LEARN about SCIENCE
College of Science UAH’s College of Science offers unique opportunities for you to study at one of the South’s finest institutes for scientific research. We’re at the forefront of pioneering research in many areas, including optics, astrophysics, atmospheric science, space physics and structural biology. As a result, you can learn from (and conduct research alongside) some of the most prominent scientists in your field. The College of Science is also known for providing undergraduate students with personalized instruction and hands-on learning experiences. Most classes are kept small, for example, and research opportunities aren’t just available to you… they’re expected of you! Your UAH degree is a great foundation for graduate school or professional studies in medicine, dentistry, optometry, pharmacy, or veterinary school. It can also prepare you for an exciting career in education, government, industry, and so much more.
At your fingertips. The Shelby Center for Science and Technology is equipped with amazing facilities, including our state-of-the-art confocal microscope, and up-to-date research and teaching labs. Our campus also houses one of the most powerful Nuclear Magnetic Resonance labs in the world.
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AN ACTIVE LIFE: UAH has student organizations engaged in science, space exploration, robotics, and more.
5 Laws of UAH’s College of Science 1. Students come first. Along with individual attention, they can expect meaningful research opportunities and the chance to publish and present their findings. 2. Our undergraduates do amazing things. Some of our best have created a scientific satellite that’s orbiting the Earth. 3. The right location creates incredible opportunities. Our ideal location in Huntsville allows students and faculty to work with scientists at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, Redstone Arsenal, and high-tech companies in the nation’s secondlargest university-related research park.
Right on our campus, the National Space Science and Technology Center unites 500+ scientists from government, corporations, UAH, and other universities to do research in areas like atmospheric science, information science,
4. Students are individuals, so you can work with faculty to design an individual major to fit your goals. Possibilities include biochemistry, mathematical finance, astrophysical modeling, computational chemistry, climate change, medical physics, and more. 5. You can earn a B.S. and M.S. in only 5 years. Our Joint Undergraduate Master’s Program (JUMP) allows you to apply classes toward both your undergraduate and graduate degrees, shortening your master’s program to a single year.
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LEARN about SCIENCE Scientific Options The College of Science offers a selection of degree programs, but for those whose interests cross disciplines, consider our Individualized BS program. Usually starting in the sophomore year, students in this program work with a faculty sponsor to design an interdisciplinary program of study appropriate for his or her educational and career goals. UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS & AREAS OF STUDY
Biology - - - - - - - -
Biochemistry Biological Environmental Science Biopsychology Environmental Biology Exercise Physiology Genetics & Evolutionary Biology Microbiology Secondary Education
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Biochemistry Chemical Business Chemical Education (Secondary Education) Chemical Physics Environmental Chemistry Forensics Materials Chemistry Pure Chemistry
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Atmospheric Chemistry Atmospheric Science Earth Ecosystems GIS & Remote Sensing Human Dimensions and Impacts Hydrology
Chemistry
Computer Science Earth System Science
PRE-PROFESSIONAL
Dentistry Law Medicine Optometry Pharmacy Physician Assistant Physical Therapy Veterinary
STUDENT GROUPS
• Association of Computing Machinery • Astronomy Club • Biological Society • Chemistry Club • Earth System Science Club • Marine Biology Club • Math Club • Medical Careers Club • Science Ambassadors • Society of Physics Students • UAH Green Club
Individualized Bachelor of Science Mathematics
- Secondary Education
Physics - - - - -
Applied & Theoretical Physics Astrophysics Engineering Physics Optics Secondary Education
UAH recently broke ground on a new $7 million Severe Weather Institute – Radar and Lightning Laboratories (SWIRLL) to grow our education and 22
research capabilities in severe weather and atmospheric science.
You’re not alone: We offer study support through tutors, calculus workshops, the Student Success Center, and more.
Classes You Don’t Want to Miss: • Biochemistry
Paul Ferguson biology and chemistry
Paul Ferguson, a biology and chemistry major from Huntsville, chose the College of Science at UAH because of his passion for the field. Ultimately, he earned a perfect 4.0 grade point average and received the UAH College of Science Highest Academic Achievement Award. Like many of our students, Paul valued UAH’s supportive faculty, small classes and research opportunities. His passion? Synthetic biology. “At its core, this involves building an entire gene sequence from scratch...and it’s fascinating.”
Dr. Massimiliano Bonamente associate professor of physics
A native of Italy, Dr. Massimiliano Bonamente, associate professor of physics, teaches everything from introductory classes to complex higher-level courses… and enjoys them all. “A good lecture should make the subject come alive – so if I have to, I’ll stand on the table to show how things move,” says the self-proclaimed “old school” teacher who loves the chalkboard. “At the end of class I’m usually sweating like crazy.” And if the lecture has been interesting? “I’m covered in white dust.”
• Climate and Global Change • Collapse of Civilizations • Computer Graphics • Exercise Physiology • Exploring the Cosmos • Frontiers in Science • Genetics and Evolution • Geographical Information Systems • Marine Biology • Mathematical Modeling • Pollution Problems • Programming Languages • Sample to Sequence • Severe and Hazardous Weather • Stellar Astrophysics
WANT TO LEARN MORE? CONTACT US! College of Science UAH 301 Sparkman Drive Huntsville, AL 35899 256.824.6605 science@uah.edu
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