Bachelors of Arts Multidisciplinary science (College of Arts and Science) University of Oregon

The multidisciplinary science curriculum allows students to design academic programs that satisfy the requirements for a bachelor of science degree and provide more breadth than traditional science programs. Many exciting areas of scientific inquiry, such as bioinformatics, environmental science, and biophysical science, require broad science backgrounds and encompass several disciplines. Students planning technical careers in one of these areas or careers in the health sciences, in science education, or in a science-related business or social service might be best served by a well-designed multidisciplinary science program. One strength of the Multidisciplinary Science Program is its flexibility. To exploit that strength, students need to design their programs carefully, consulting frequently with their Advisors in the Tykeson College and Career Center. Course sequences that meet requirements for professional schools and training programs should be selected in consultation with advisors that specialize in the specific area (for example the Health Professions Program advisors). Students should seek assistance in program planning when they identify or change career goals, because successful application to professional schools and training programs may require completion of additional courses beyond those required for the multidisciplinary science major.Examples of cross-disciplinary fields, and the subject-matter areas that might be combined in designing a program, are given below:Animal behavior and ethology—anthropology, biology, psychology , Biophysical sciences—biology, chemistry, human physiology, physics , Cognitive sciences—computer science, mathematics, psychology , Environmental sciences—biology, chemistry, earth sciences, geography, physics , Bioinformatics—biology, computer science

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