Academic Excellence

Academic Excellence

Rigorous programs that blend STEM innovation with humanistic inquiry, preparing you for meaningful work in a changing world.

Our Programs

Nordwick Tech offers 28 majors across engineering, computer science, natural sciences, and interdisciplinary fields—all grounded in our liberal arts core curriculum that develops critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and communication skills.

Engineering & Computer Science

Computer Science

AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, software engineering

B.S. | 4-year program

Robotics Engineering

Autonomous systems, human-robot interaction, mechatronics

B.S. | 4-year program

Marine Engineering

Ocean technology, naval architecture, sustainable maritime systems

B.S. | 4-year program

Electrical Engineering

Power systems, signal processing, embedded systems

B.S. | 4-year program

Mechanical Engineering

Thermodynamics, materials science, design and manufacturing

B.S. | 4-year program

Biomedical Engineering

Medical devices, tissue engineering, biomechanics

B.S. | 4-year program

Natural & Physical Sciences

Physics

Quantum mechanics, astrophysics, condensed matter

B.A. or B.S. | 4-year program

Chemistry

Organic, inorganic, analytical, and biochemistry

B.A. or B.S. | 4-year program

Biology

Molecular biology, ecology, genetics, neuroscience

B.A. or B.S. | 4-year program

Mathematics

Pure and applied mathematics, statistics, modeling

B.A. or B.S. | 4-year program

Environmental Science

Climate science, conservation, sustainability policy

B.A. or B.S. | 4-year program

Marine Biology

Ocean ecosystems, marine conservation, coastal ecology

B.S. | 4-year program

Interdisciplinary Programs

Data Science

Big data analytics, visualization, statistical modeling

B.S. | 4-year program

Cognitive Science

Neuroscience, AI, psychology, philosophy of mind

B.A. | 4-year program

Science, Technology & Society

Ethics of technology, innovation policy, social impact

B.A. | 4-year program

Sustainable Design

Green technology, circular economy, resilient systems

B.S. | 4-year program

Computational Biology

Bioinformatics, genomics, systems biology

B.S. | 4-year program

Design Your Own Major

Create a custom interdisciplinary program with faculty approval

B.A. or B.S. | 4-year program

The Nordwick Core Curriculum

All Nordwick Tech students complete our liberal arts core—a foundation in humanities, social sciences, and ethical reasoning that complements technical training and prepares you for leadership in a complex world.

Required Core Courses (8 courses):

  • First-Year Writing Seminar
  • Ethics & Technology
  • One course in Literature or Philosophy
  • One course in History or Social Science
  • One course in Arts or Music
  • One course in Global Perspectives
  • One course in Quantitative Reasoning
  • Senior Capstone Project

Why the Core Matters:

Technology doesn't exist in a vacuum. The engineers and scientists who will shape our future need to understand history, ethics, culture, and human behavior.

Our core curriculum ensures you graduate not just as a skilled technologist, but as a thoughtful citizen ready to use your talents for the common good.

Small Classes, Big Impact

With an 8:1 student-faculty ratio, you'll work closely with professors who are leaders in their fields and deeply committed to teaching.

Research Opportunities

Over 80% of students participate in paid research with faculty mentors.

Interdisciplinary Learning

Design your own major or combine fields to pursue your unique interests.

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Ready to Explore Your Academic Path?

Connect with our admissions team to learn more about our programs and how Nordwick can help you achieve your goals.

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