COURSE CURRICULUM

At Fairleigh Dickinson University, the academic offerings across undergraduate and graduate levels are structured around flexible, career-oriented curricula that combine strong foundational coursework with specialized concentrations and applied learning experiences. At the undergraduate level, programs such as the Bachelor of Science in Science emphasize a multidisciplinary core in biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics, supported by upper-level concentrations and extensive elective freedom, often preparing students for professional pathways like medical or dental school. Similarly, the Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences (BASS) provides interdisciplinary study across history, sociology, geography, and government, allowing students to choose concentrations such as Environmental Studies, Health and Society, Hispanic Studies, Law and Policy, or teacher certification pathways, with an emphasis on research methods, capstone projects, and civic engagement skills. The Sports Management degree integrates business fundamentals like marketing, finance, and law with sport-specific electives and concentrations such as sports medicine, coaching, analytics, and esports, alongside internships and global study opportunities. At the graduate level, programs become more specialized and practice-driven. Degrees such as the Master of Administrative Science focus on leadership, organizational behavior, policy, and applied decision-making, while the Master of Science in Biology offers research-intensive tracks with electives in biotechnology, molecular biology, ecology, and even business-related applications. The Biotechnology and Business concentrations prepare students for laboratory or industry roles with strong emphasis on hands-on techniques, lab work, and interdisciplinary science-business integration. In psychology, the Clinical Forensic Psychology MA is a fast-paced, sequential program combining psychopathology, forensic assessment, ethics, and required externships, preparing students for clinical practice or doctoral study. The Clinical Mental Health Counseling MA aligns with CACREP standards and trains students in counseling theories, assessment, group work, multicultural practice, and supervised clinical internships. The Computer Science MS emphasizes software engineering, systems, databases, and operating systems, building technical and collaborative competencies for industry leadership. Across all programs, common themes include structured credit requirements, experiential learning through internships or practicums, capstone or thesis work, and strong alignment with professional certification or career pathways.