Tufts offers a unique opportunity for undergraduate students to study engineering science without a focused major. In general, the School of Engineering requires undergraduate students to specialize within the framework of the various departments. A student may, however, seek a more diversified program in engineering and science leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Science, which allows a student who is interested in the application of science and mathematics in engineering to develop an individualized program of study.

The engineering science curriculum is designed to meet the need for basic studies in engineering with a broad foundation in science. It differs from the professional degree programs in that the department concentration courses can be varied to provide flexible programs in science and engineering. The major is divided into three sections: one-third in a single field of physical or biological science, one-third in engineering subjects, and the remaining one-third available to meet the particular professional objective of the student.

Sample Classes:

• Fluid Mechanics
• Modern Optics and Photonics
• Environment and Technology
• Intro to Digital Electronics

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