Departments & Centers

Department website: www.drexel.edu/bees
Research Interests: Learn more about BEES research »

• Tropical biology/ecology
• Population biology of sea turtles and terrapins
• Systematic and evolutionary biology from phytoplankton to plants and animals
• Physiological constraints on amphibians and desert reptiles
• Paleobiology and paleoecology

The Department of Biodiversity, Earth and Environmental Science (BEES) is a result of the recent partnership between Drexel University and the Academy of Natural Sciences, the oldest natural history museum and research institution in North America. The department motto,“Field Experience, Early and Often,” is at the core of our undergraduate and graduate curricula: students gain a field-based education that balances basic and applied research in the natural and environmental sciences. Whether it’s searching for 200-million-year-old fish, studying army ant migration, or marching through tidal marshes, students will engage in hands-on fieldwork throughout their years at Drexel. Students will also have access to the vast collections (over 17 million specimens) at the Academy of Natural Sciences, including those collected by the likes of James Audubon and Joseph Leidy.

Department website: www.drexel.edu/biology
Research Interests: Learn more about Biology research »

• Genetics
• Molecular biology
• Biochemistry
• Cell biology

From the evolution of organisms to the very cells that fuel their existence, biology is the study and classification of life itself. The Department of Biology at Drexel University immerses students in the study of these concepts through the theoretical, practical and hands-on aspects of biology. Whether pursuing rigorous Baccalaureate, Masters or Doctoral Degrees, students are guided by a diverse faculty set, skilled in a range of areas from molecular and cellular biology to immunology and the study of nutrition and foods.

Department website: www.drexel.edu/chemistry
Research Interests: Learn more about Chemistry research »

• Biochemistry
• Materials chemistry
• Theoretical chemistry
• Polymer chemistry
• Atmospheric chemistry

The Department of Chemistry in the College of Arts and Sciences is a community of faculty, staff and students dedicated to excellence in education and the advancement of research in chemical sciences. Chemistry is often called "the central science," driving all life processes and underling all modern technology.

Disciplines within chemistry are traditionally grouped by the type of matter being studied or the category of study. These include inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, biochemistry, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry and theoretical chemistry. The undergraduate and graduate programs at Drexel University provide students with the opportunity to explore the exciting world of chemistry and to develop critical thinking and problem solving skills necessary for lifelong achievement.

Department website: www.drexel.edu/culturecomm
Research Interests: Learn more about Culture and Communication research »

• Religion and morality
• Sports and music
• Nanotechnology
• Environmental Justice and environmental social movements
• Diasporic communities
• Political communication
• Computer crime and internet security
• Computer-assisted communication

The Department of Culture and Communication is home to the studies of anthropology, communication, criminal justice, modern languages, sociology, and urban environmental policy. Students and faculty work collaboratively in applying core principles across all disciplines. Culture and Communication challenges students with difficult concepts and questions, and expects that students pose their own questions to the academic community in return. Those seeking degrees in Culture and Communication should be inquisitive, self-motivated individuals who wish to pursue a life of adventure.

Department website: www.drexel.edu/engphil
Degrees:
English: B.A.
Philosophy: B.A.
Minors: English | Philosophy

English and philosophy are at the core of the humanities discipline. While English looks to develop skills in writing, reading and literary texts, Philosophy examines theoretical and practical questions, looking at human behavior, justice, logic and reasoning. Students enrolled in the Department of English and Philosophy programs are exposed to literature from a variety of periods, cultures and genres, and develop skills in critical thinking, literary analysis and writing. Students graduating from the program are well prepared for careers requiring excellent analytical, communication, technological and writing skills.

Department website: www.drexel.edu/histpol
Research Interests: Learn more about History & Politics Research »

• Cities
• Race
• Gender
• Science
• Technology
• Environment

Welcome to the Department of History & Politics in the College of Arts and Sciences at Drexel University! The department offers degrees at the Bachelor and Masters levels, in addition to numerous minors ranging from European Studies to World History and Politics. History and Politics are two distinct and exciting areas of study more complex than some may imagine. Historians study more than just "past politics" and political science professors may study processes and activities never thought to be considered "political." To learn more about the department, please take a moment to look through our website—and feel free to contact us for more information.

Department website: www.drexel.edu/math
Research Interests: Learn more about Mathematics Research »

• Partial differential equations
• Dynamical systems
• Mathematical neuroscience
• Numerical analysis
• Approximation theory
• Combinatorics
• Functional analysis
• Representation theory
• Geometry and topology
• Matrix and operator theory
• Inverse problems
• Stochastic analysis

Welcome to the Department of Mathematics in the College of Arts and Sciences at Drexel University. The Department offers Bachelors of Science, Masters and Ph.D. programs of study in mathematics. The curriculum emphasizes abstract reasoning, computing and mathematical modeling. Drexel's Mathematics students acquire knowledge and understanding, cultivate perspective, and develop critical thinking skills and all other skills necessary to comprehend mathematical theory, computing and modeling. Mathematics is a constant partner in science and engineering, and is at the heart of many new exciting developments in industries including information technology, health and finance. Understanding the power of Mathematics can change your view of the world.

Department website: www.drexel.edu/physics
Research Interests: Learn more about Physics Research »

• Astrophysics
• Biophysics
• Condensed Matter
• Nonlinear Dynamics
• Particle Physics

Welcome to Drexel University's Department of Physics. This web site describes our bustling, growing, and increasingly active Department. You will find information on our great faculty, on their research and on their teaching. You will also find a description and much information about our vibrant graduate and undergraduate programs. Navigate these pages to explore our Department. And do not hesitate to contact us for further details or to setup a personal visit.

Department website: www.drexel.edu/psychology
Research Interests: Learn more about Psychology Research »

• Neuropsychology
• Forensic psychology
• Cognitive neuroscience
• Health and clinical psychology

The Department of Psychology in the College of Arts and Sciences at Drexel University is an exciting, dynamic and welcoming group of faculty and students. Offering degrees at the Bachelor, Masters, and Ph.D levels, the Department was most recently ranked #7 nationally amongst colleges that offer doctoral programs in clinical psychology. The department's community of researchers and scholars is dedicated to training students for vigorous graduate study and professional careers in psychology, in addition to offering specialized attention in students' particular areas of interest. Prospective students are invited to learn more about our undergraduate and graduate programs through personal contact with faculty and students, or by reviewing the College of Arts and Sciences website.

Department websites:
International Area Studies | Africana Studies | Greek Studies | Judaic Studies | Women’s Studies
Degrees: International Area Studies: B.A.
Minors: Africana Studies | Greek Studies | Judaic Studies | Women's Studies

The Center for Interdisciplinary Programs provides a collaborative and administrative structure for five academic programs—International Area Studies, Africana Studies, Greek Studies, Judaic Studies, and Women’s Studies—within Drexel University’s College of Arts and Sciences. The Center’s primary aim is to maintain and develop the mission of each program while also encouraging shared interests across these disciplines and within the College.

Department website: www.drexel.edu/publicpolicy
Research Interests: Learn more about Public Policy Research »

• State and local government
• Environmental Policy

The Center for Public Policy (CPP) supports interdisciplinary policy-oriented scholarship among Drexel faculty and other external affiliates, and engages students in this research through its innovative Master of Science in Public Policy (MSPP) degree program. The CPP has particular research and educational strengths in environmental policy, urban systems management, and science and technology policy.

Department website: http://mcenterdrexel.wordpress.com
Research Interests: Learn more about mCenter Research »

The Center for Mobilities Research and Policy (mCenter) at Drexel University combines interdisciplinary approaches to the study of travel, transport, migration, borders, and mobile communication into one over-arching framework. The term “mobilities” applies to both the large-scale movements of people, objects, capital, and information across the world, as well as the more local processes of daily transportation, movement through public space, and mobile communications.

Department website: www.drexel.edu/elc/
Programs: Intensive English | Global Business English | International Gateway

The English Language Center at Drexel University (Drexel ELC) provides high-quality, English-language instruction and support to English-as-a-second-language (ESL) learners from around the world, as well as English-language support to international students in both undergraduate and graduate programs at Drexel. ELC faculty and staff promote the practice and scholarship of English language teaching on local, national and international levels and provide leadership in the areas of intercultural understanding and cooperation.

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