WELCOME to Villanova UniversityComprehensive 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?

• 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?

• Physics• Chemistry• Biology• Computing• Math and Statistics• Seven more science electives• Truly Comprehensive Sciences!

What concentrations can I have?

• 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?

• 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!