WELCOME
to Villanova University
Comprehensive Science Program
Do you think…
Chemistry is chool,
Physics is phun,
Astronomy is out of this world,
Biologists live it up,
Math makes you smile,
Computing is a bit creative!
Then clearly the
Comprehensive
Science Major
is for you!
What is Comprehensive Science?
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Began as a program for honors students
Allows much more course flexibility
Can tailor your own program
We offer plenty of advising to assist you
What science courses will I take?
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Physics
Chemistry
Biology
Computing
Math and Statistics
Seven more science electives
Truly Comprehensive Sciences!
What concentrations can I have?
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Premed, pre PA, pre PT, pre OT, pre dental
Actuarial science, astronomy, applied physics
Bioengineering, bioinformatics, biochemistry
Chemistry, cognitive science, computer sci
Economics, environmental sci, math, physics
Education
What graduate programs do BSC
graduates attend?
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Georgetown University School of Medicine
Drexel University School of Medicine
Temple University School of Dentistry
Thomas Jefferson School of Pharmacy
New England College of Optometry
Seton Hall School of Law
University of Missouri School of Law
Drexel University Physical Therapy
Salus University Physician’s Assistant Program
C.W. Post School of Nursing
Montclair State Graduate Mathematics
Florida State Graduate Education
What jobs do BSC majors find?
• Medical Professionals: Surgeon, Pediatrician,
Optometrist, Dentist, Pharmacist, PT, Forensics
• Research: immunology, virology, environmental
• Teaching: kindergarten to college
• Stockbroker, bank manager, commodities trader,
technical sales, accountant, marketing manager
• Software design, architect, meteorologist, therapist,
lawyer, political aide
Why do BSC majors find jobs?
• Employers want smart students:
you take statistics, math, chemistry, computing,
physics---obviously you are smart!
• Employers want persons who can talk with their
engineers, bench scientists, programmers, quants:
you have the chemistry / physics / math / stats /
computing background to interact with anyone.
• Employers want social skills:
you are a Villanovan!
If I have more questions?
• Robert.Styer@villanova.edu 610-519-4845
• Office: SAC 372
• A sample curriculum at
http://www1.villanova.edu/villanova/artsci/compsci/courses/interactive_curriculum.html
• We welcome your questions now!