Atmospheric Sciences

Students develop a solid foundation in mathematics, physics, and chemistry during the first two years and then study dynamic, physical, and synoptic meteorology, as well as climate processes, during the junior and senior years. A unique aspect of our program is its emphasis on mountain weather and climate, which is a natural extension of the geographic setting of the University of Utah.

B.S. Atmospheric Sciences

H.B.S. Atmospheric Sciences

Emphases:

• Environmental Sciences
• Professional Meteorology
• Snow and Water Sciences

Biology

Biology is the science of life. Given the vast diversity of life on earth, it comes as no surprise that the study of biology has something to offer for every inquiring mind. An education in biology exposes undergraduate students to everything from the miniature molecular motors that power bacteria to whale conservation and the biology of global change. B.A. or B.S. in Biology H.B.A. or H.B.S. in Biology Emphases (Optional):

• Anatomy & Physiology
• Biochemistry
• Cell & Molecular
• Ecology, Evolution, and Environment
• Genetics & Genomes
• Microbiology
• Neurobiology
• Plant Biology

B.A. or B.S. in Biology Teaching  H.B.A. or H.B.S. in Biology Teaching

Chemistry & Biochemistry

Majoring in chemistry opens the door to many different pursuits including a myriad of positions as a chemists in private industry, government or education; pursuing professional training in medicine, dentistry, pharmacy or other health-related fields; or working in areas such as environmental science and engineering, forensics, business and law. B.A. or B.S. in Chemistry H.B.A. or H.B.S. in Chemistry Emphases: (required)

• Professional
• Atmospheric & Environmental
• Biology
• Business
• Chemical Engineering
• Geology
• Materials Science & Engineering
• Mathematics
• Chemical Physics
• Teaching

B.A. or B.S. in Biochemistry H.B.A. or H.B.S. in Biochemistry

Geology and Geophysics

Geoscientists study the earth's physics structure and substances as well as the natural processes that act on them. They also research the most sustainable ways to utilize Earth's resources.

B.S. and H.B.S. Geoscience 

Emphases:

• Environmental Geoscience
• Geology
• Geophysics

B.S. and H.B.S. Geological Engineering

B.S. Earth Science Composite Teaching

Mathematics

Metallurgical Engineering & Material Science Engineering

Metallurgical Engineers and Material Scientists and Engineers transform resources into products, and they develop materials that will propel us into the future. B.S. and H.B.S. Metallurgical Engineering  Because metallurgical engineers are needed all over the world, graduates of our program experience a higher job placement percentage and larger starting salaries than they would in nearly any other undergraduate program. Our program has world-renowned faculty in their respective fields whose teaching expertise supports a creative learning environment. Undergraduate research positions are also available to help prepare students for their future careers. B.S. and H.B.S Material Science Engineering Materials Science and Engineering is an integrated discipline of chemistry, physics and engineering. This is reflected in our Program of Study. The student receives a foundation of basic chemistry, physics and engineering coursework during their first two years. These courses are then woven into a Materials Science and Engineering framework.

Mining Engineering

Mining engineers are trained to determine the safest, most effective, and sustainable methods of recovering the Earth's mineral resources to sustain modern civilization.

B.S. and H.B.S. Mining Engineering

Emphases: (required)

• Aggregate & Mineral Processing
• Geomechanics & Spatial Analytics
• Mining Operations Management
• Mining Safety & Health
• Sustainable Resource Development

Physics & Astronomy

Our program is one of the most rigorous at the University and our students and faculty are exhilarated by the difficult challenge of figuring out how the world works! Studying Physics, Astronomy, and Mathematics is a very effective way to develop imagination, as well as critical and abstract thinking. In addition, it is important to develop a solid understanding of principles that govern science and technology, so as a society of well-informed citizens, we can make decisions on important issues, as the pace of scientific and technological development continues to increase dramatically.

B.A. or B.S. in Physics 

H.B.A. or H.B.S. in Physics

Emphases (Optional):

• Applied Physics
• Astronomy & Astrophysics
• Biomedical Physics
• Comprehensive Physics
• Computational Physics & Astronomy

B.A. or B.S. in Physics Teaching

H.B.A. or H. B.S. in Physics Teaching