Sciences and Mathematics

The Biology program prepares students for meaningful vocations in the sciences, from the environment, to law enforcement, to research, education and health care. The Biology major is perfect for students looking for a broad understanding of the science of life, and our three concentrations allow students to tailor their study to their career goals and areas of interest. The Biology minor allows majors in other science fields to expand their knowledge, diversify their study and open greater career possibilities.

Major

Biology

Concentrations

Environmental Studies

Forensic Biology

Secondary Education

Minors

Biology

Environmental Science

The study of Chemistry at Newberry College offers opportunities for students to learn through experiential and active learning. Graduates will have a strong background in inquiry-based science and critical thinking skills, which prove competitive in the job market and valuable to meaningful vocation.

No matter your area of interest, Newberry College offers students the opportunity to match internships with a student's needs and interests, including, opportunities with the State Law Enforcement Dvision (SLED), Savanah River Site, and travelling and networking through the College's nationally-recognized chapter of the American Chemical Society.

Major

Chemistry

Concentrations

Biochemistry

Forensic Chemistry

Secondary Education

Minor

Chemistry 

Redesigned and reintroduced into the Newberry College curriculum. The Computer Science major is offered online through a partnership with RIZE Education.  This allows for virtual instruction from experts in the field of Computer Science while you attend Newberry and fulfill your other graduation requirements in a traditional environment.  Our Computer Science degree seeks to meet growing demands for skilled I.T. professionals, particularly in South Carolina and is intended to prepare students for a job as a Software Developer, a Technical Project/Program Manager, or a variety of other technical roles.  It was designed with the specific intent of producing graduates with vital skills that prepare them for an increasingly more technology-focused workforce.

Majors

Computer Science

Minors

None offered under this program

"3 + 2" Program with Duke University

The mathematics program offers students rigorous preparation to enter careers involving the application of mathematics, graduate school, or teaching secondary mathematics.. Mathematics graduates will able to:

• Apply multiple approaches and perseverance when proving theorems and problem-solving.
• Reason abstractly, quantitatively and recognize the importance and development of mathematics throughout history.
• Construct viable mathematical arguments and communicate mathematical knowledge and understanding both verbally and in writing.
• Use appropriate mathematical tools and technology for discovering and understanding mathematical ideas.
• Acquire in-depth knowledge of how mathematics can be applied in the student‘s choice of concentration or career.

Major

Mathematics

Pre-Engineering Track

Newberry offers a "3+2" degree cooperative enginerring program with Clemson University, through which students earn a B.S. in Applied Mathematics from Newberry and a B.S. in Engineering from Clemson.

Minor

Mathematics

Neuroscience is a growing field and is an ideal course for students who wish to enter medical school - especially with an eye towards psychiatric care. A major in Neuroscience places a strong emphasis on both biology and psychology. In addition, a major in neuroscience offers students a degree with a wide range of possiblities upon graduation and will provide science majors another opportunity to specialize within a growing area of medical science.

This major is offered through a partnership of Newberry College with the Lower Cost Models Consortium. The LCMC neuroscience curriculum was built through a collaboration with leading neuroscience educators and nueroscience offerings will be taught online by experts in the field. The neuroscience curriculum is supplemented with science and psychology courses offered on-site at Newberry College.

The Bachelor of Science program in nutrition will offer core curriculum on campus, followed by online nutrition courses beginning in the second semester of your junior year. This format will allow you to work in the field and gain clinical experience alongside your coursework. Complementary minors include biology, chemistry and health care management.

Students taking any of the health and science progressional programs will have a science faculty member, in addition to their major advisor, to help guide them through the process to attain their professional degree. Students may major in any area, as long as the necessary coursework for entrance into the pre-professional track has been completed. Many students choose Biology or Chemistry. The science faculty advisors will help students develop individual plans for completion of necessary coursework, internships, experiential learning opportunities, and for applying to higher institutions.