Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science
The Bachelor of Science in Engineering Science degree is an ABET-accredited program that combines core engineering principles with a broad intellectual foundation.
The program provides training in how engineers think, design and solve problems, with coursework drawing from the life and physical sciences, the liberal arts and business. Students will take math, physics, and engineering courses, along with upper-division electives that allow them to explore areas aligned with Brandeis’s research strengths, such as biomedical, environmental, or computer engineering and entrepreneurship and design.
The Engineering Science major will launch in fall 2026, with the first cohort of graduates expected to be the Class of 2030. Introductory engineering courses are currently open to all students. This broad-based engineering degree prepares students for careers in engineering or graduate study in specialized engineering fields.
Why Brandeis?
At Brandeis, the Engineering Science major builds on strong science programs, the NSF-funded Materials Science Research and Engineering Center, and the MakerLab to support hands-on learning. Through the program, students gain a well-rounded academic base and applied engineering experience, equipping them to tackle complex technical challenges.
The Engineering Science degree prepares students for engineering careers or advanced study in specialized engineering disciplines, giving them skills that stand out in both professional and research-focused paths.
Academics
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Students in the Engineering Science major take courses in design, experimentation, modeling and sustainable engineering. These classes combine hands-on projects with practical problem-solving, giving students the skills to analyze systems, work in teams and explore areas like biomedical, environmental and computer engineering.
The Engineering Science major requires 12 engineering classes and eight math and science classes, in addition to the university core requirements. The 12 engineering classes include:
- Four engineering process fundamentals classes that introduce design, modeling, instrumentation, and controls;
- Three engineering science fundamentals classes on materials science, thermodynamics, and heat and mass transport;
- Three upper-division electives that constitute an area of concentration; and
- A two-semester senior capstone design project.
Math and science requirements include single and multi-variable calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, physics, biology and chemistry.
Faculty and Research
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Brandeis Engineering Science faculty are embedded across traditional science departments — including biology, physics, chemistry, computer science and materials science — fostering collaboration and innovation.
They combine foundational science knowledge with applied engineering skills, from designing human-centered technologies and biomedical tools to developing innovative materials and nanoscale systems. Our faculty integrate research, hands-on projects and real-world problem-solving across a wide range of engineering and scientific disciplines.
Current students can get involved in engineering research during the school year or summer through programs like Brandeis’ MRSEC or the Robotics and Automation labs.
As new engineering faculty join Brandeis, additional research opportunities will be offered.
Experiential Learning
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Brandeis has a vibrant Fabrication and MakerSpace community that offers workshops and tools to support students’ needs for coursework, research, clubs or personal projects. Our new Engineering/Fabrication classroom and workspace is home to exciting courses like ENGR 11, which focuses on the design process and hands-on learning with fabrication technology.