Engage with the world around you, in the classroom, lab and field. You’ll learn science by doing it; by exploring and measuring, and then analyzing and interpreting at the Harkness table.
We believe that scientific inquiry requires the integration of observational ability, quantitative skills and analytical thinking. You’ll be challenged to reason creatively and critically as you study everything from physiology to robotics, molecules to Mars.
We offer courses in biology, chemistry and physics, as well as electives and advanced courses, everything to prepare you for a world of social and technological complexity.
You are there, around the table, bouncing ideas around based on lab data, based on your reading, based on field exploration. All of that is discovery. We discover science together.
Albert Leger, chair of the Department of Science
By the numbers
courses science classes offered ranging in Astronomy to Molecular Genetics
science related clubs and student led organizations, including several robotics teams
Phelps Science Center
Harkness principles meet state-of-the-art technology.
Grainger Observatory
Three domed observatories help you understand the heavens above. Take courses, work with NASA data or simply visit the observatories on Friday night to gaze.
Featured Courses
BIO485
Marine Biology
The relationships and interactions between marine organisms and their environment are studied in class and in the field.
BIO480
Biochemistry & Human Nutrition
This course explores the chemistry, digestion and functions of carbohydrates, proteins, fats, water, vitamins and minerals in the human body.
EPS450
Earth and the Climate Crisis
This course will study the complex interconnected systems (e.g., lithosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere and biosphere)of our planet Earth.
