Majors v2

Study Humanity’s Great Works

Focused on forming engaged, humanistic citizens, this major applies interdisciplinary and multicultural approaches to connect works of art to historical developments. Faculty work closely with students to guide their studies, and the curriculum complements other departments’ offerings and programming at the Boston College McMullen Museum of Art.

Art History Major

Art History Minor

Life Under the Microscope

Learn the chemical and molecular aspects of the life sciences through this interdisciplinary major, which is administered jointly by the Biology and Chemistry departments. Courses focus on scientific reasoning, data analysis, and fundamental biochemical principles such as metabolic pathways and regulation of biological processes.

Biochemistry Major

Your Life’s Work Starts Here

Through the B.S. program, students acquire a strong foundation in physics, chemistry, and math and can fulfill pre-med and pre-dental requirements. The flexible B.A. prepares students for graduate school and complements other disciplines, including law, history, sociology, and computer science.

The Central Science

Benefit from a rigorous, state-of-the-art education featuring hands-on research and training opportunities. Our faculty of world-class scientists and dedicated scholars guide students through the flexible curriculum, preparing them for graduate school and careers in the private sector, government, and academia.

Reviving Ancient Cultures

Go back in time to examine the foundations of modern civilization, including where Western politics, philosophy, law, and economic systems got their inspiration. Courses cover the languages and cultures of Rome and Greece, including mythology and social structures.

A Natural Fit

This interdisciplinary curriculum is designed for  students interested in sustainability, responsible eco-citizenship, and the scientific, political, and cultural aspects of environmental issues. Access a variety of research opportunities while addressing the central challenge of the 21st century: humans’ impact on the Earth.