College of Science and Liberal Arts

Degree Overview

  • Delivery Format: on-campus
  • Required Credits: 120

Program Details

Students who major in NJIT’s History B.A. will engage in comprehensive academic study and conduct their own dynamic scholarly research that seeks to recount diverse perspectives and provide fuller understanding of complex issues we face today. Students will enjoy a personalized and interdisciplinary approach to learning, which will combine in-depth historical study and research with varied aspects of disciplines such as science, engineering, and medicine.

We expect that, as a student and/or graduate of the History B.A. program, you will exhibit and/or engage in the following:

  • Academic Excellence: Students will excel in their history coursework and will have his or her program approved by the head of the history department at NJIT or by an advisor designated by the head of the department.

  • Student Collaboration: Students will partner with NJIT’s distinguished history scholars, teachers, and students committed to historical inquiry at the highest levels.

  • Career Development: Students will plan for an advanced degree or exciting careers such as an educator, researcher, communicator or writer/editor, a public advocate or an entrepreneur.

What You Will Learn:

In the program, History B.A students at NJIT will engage in strong academic work and dynamic research collaborations with distinguished faculty and fellow students. Through their work, History B.A. students will be able to apply useful skills in careers that require strong background in reading and writing. They will also develop a sharp analytical eye, as well as the ability to comprehend and communicate diverse perspectives, complex problems and solutions. We aim for students of the program to meet the following specific learning outcomes:

  • Students can communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

  • Students examine information and data in historical sources and draw logical conclusions from them.

  • Students will have problem-solving skills required to learn how a past idea, event, or person has affected the present.

  • Students demonstrate proficiency in seeking and using information efficiently, effectively, and ethically.

  • Students observe and practice applications of concepts learned in a real-world setting.

  • Students develop independent research skills to examine and process information from a large number of historical documents, texts, and other sources.

Admissions & curriculum

120 Required Credits
Course listing and prerequisites

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History Salaries

$60,000

Starting Salary, NJIT Average

Employment of museum and archive curators is projected to grow 14 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations.

Career Prospects

Where do History majors work?

Common Job Titles
  • Attorney
  • History Instructor/ Teacher
  • Journalist/Editor
  • Archivist/Librarian
  • Museum Curator
Top Employers
  • Law Firms
  • Government
  • School Districts and Colleges/ Universities
  • Museums/Libraries
  • Publishers
What our students are saying
  • Andrew Edmonson
    My experience at NJIT has been invaluable in preparing me for law school and the workplace."
    Andrew Edmonson
  • Jasmin Jaludi
    One of the best decisions I have ever made was studying History at NJIT. "
    Jasmin Jaludi
  • Seif Issa
    Getting a degree from a great school like NJIT gave me the opportunity to choose the job I wanted."
    Seif Issa

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Degree Overview

  • Delivery Format: on-campus
  • Required Credits: 24-36

Program Details

As a nationally and internationally recognized Ph.D. program, NJIT’s Applied Physics Ph.D. program prepares Ph.D. candidates with practical skills and theoretical knowledge for a successful career in academic or government organizations and private industry. Students will prepare for passing their written qualifier exams, as well as gain the theoretical and experimental background needed for their research, which they will orally present and defend as part of their Ph.D. thesis. Throughout their study as a Ph.D. candidate, students will exhibit the following:

  • Academic Excellence: Students will demonstrate compressive knowledge in their area of concentrations, formulate advanced research questions independently and propose methods of investigation to research currently unsolved problems.

  • Real-World Research Experience: Students will gain expertise and demonstrate broad knowledge of their field, its tools and techniques, and use this to develop new knowledge using ethical standards of conduct.

  • Professional Communication and Collaboration: Students will develop top-level communication skills to collaborate and speak effectively about scientific topics, issues and research at national and international meetings.

What You Will Learn:

Upon graduation all Ph.D. students in Applied Physics should be able to meet the following learning outcomes:

  • Formulate advanced research questions independently and propose methods of investigation, including the design of experiments to investigate currently unsolved problems.

  • Demonstrate and apply comprehensive knowledge in the area of concentration to identify, find, evaluate, articulate and use scientific information at a high level of proficiency.

  • Apply quantitative methods to describe and analyze phenomena.

  • Publish at least one scientific article as the first author in peer-reviewed journals in the area of concentration.

  • Present at least one professional talk at the National or International Conference in the area of concentration.

  • Demonstrate broad knowledge of the field, its tools and techniques to develop new knowledge.

  • Identify, find, evaluate, articulate and use scientific information associated with their field.

  • Interact with other professional and student researchers in a skilled, cooperative fashion to discuss issues and solve scientific problems at a high level of proficiency.

  • Conduct research and develop relationships using ethical, professional standards of conduct.

  • Recognize and discuss the social and ethical implications of the conduct of research and its technological application to human problems.

  • Demonstrate ethical conduct in performing and reporting on scientific research.

  • Effectively interpret in writing, scientific information gathered through laboratory and library research.

  • Speak effectively about scientific topics, issues, and problems in informal and formal contexts at a level expected at national and international meetings.

Admissions & curriculum

24-36 Required Credits
Course listing and prerequisites
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Applied Physics Salaries

$83,500

Starting Salary, NJIT Average

$88,500

Mid-Career Salary, National Average

This degree also opens a door to continue education at the graduate level.

Career Prospects

Where do Applied Physics majors work?

Common Job Titles
  • Research Associate
  • Physicist
  • Laser Engineer
  • Systems Engineer
  • High School Physics Teacher
Top Employers
  • AeroFarms
  • Lockheed Martin
  • PRA Health Sciences
  • Princeton Plasma Physics Lab
What our students are saying
  • David Monroe
    NJIT is the college that is teaching me how the universe works. I can't wait to use what I learn to become a groundbreaking researcher."
    David Monroe
  • Navjot Panchhi
    My primary goals in physics are to study at the forefront and provide the public with an up-to-date grasp of the natural sciences."
    Navjot Panchhi
  • JonPierre Grajales
    NJIT's physics professors have had a major impact on my education by giving me positions in their labs."
    JonPierre Grajales
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Degree Overview

  • Delivery Format: on-campus
  • Required Credits: 30

Program Details

One of the primary objectives of the Physics M.S. program is to provide students with the academic foundation and research experience they will need for professional development, as well as for graduate study at the Ph. D. Level. Through their coursework and research during their M.S. theses project, majors are prepared for a successful career or to become Ph.D. candidates in physics, applied physics, materials science and related disciplines. Thus, students will demonstrate and take part in:

  • Academic Excellence: Students will excel in academic study of principles of physics as well as research focuses they choose from a wide range of areas, such as optical science, astronomy and solar-terrestrial physics, laser physics and others.

  • Real-World Experience: Students will gain expertise in basic laboratory equipment and field techniques through on-campus opportunities at NJIT and the university’s distinguished research partnerships.

  • Communication and Collaboration: Students will effectively collaborate on research toward their thesis and may play a supporting role in the form of searching and preparing literature reviews based on research papers that are relevant to the topic of their theses.

What You Will Learn:

If you are interested in an advanced research-driven education in applied physics, engineering and technology, the Applied Physics M.S. program offers a distinguished and diverse academic environment to take your next step. While students in the Applied Physics M.S. Program get to earn a wide range of knowledge and skills from areas that they are passionate about, we specifically aim for our students to meet the following learning outcomes:

  • Upon graduation, students should acquire the fundamental set of knowledge covered by the required courses.

  • Upon graduation, most of the students who consider the next level of Graduate education should be able to prepare for Ph.D. qualifier exams in Physics and Applied Physics at NJIT or other Universities.

  • Upon graduation, most of the students should be able to acquire a necessary depth of knowledge in the area of specialization, such as optics, biophysics, material science, or astronomy to be admitted to and successfully proceed with the Ph.D. studies at NJIT or other Universities.

  • Upon graduation, students should be able to acquire skills to identify scientific problems, perform literature review on the problem, and identify the solution venues in research environment.

  • Upon graduation, students should be able to demonstrate the ability to function effectively as a Member of a Research Team with improved qualification as Members of Technical Staff in Industry. Students should become more knowledgeable and competitive on a job market.

  • Upon graduation, a student should be able to formulate a research question and develop a systematic approach to address it, at both the conceptual and technical levels.

Admissions & curriculum

30 Required Credits
Course listing and prerequisites
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Applied Physics Salaries

$83,500

Starting Salary, NJIT Average

$88,500

Mid-Career Salary, National Average

This degree also opens a door to continue education at the graduate level.

Career Prospects

Where do Applied Physics majors work?

Common Job Titles
  • Research Associate
  • Physicist
  • Laser Engineer
  • Systems Engineer
  • High School Physics Teacher
Top Employers
  • AeroFarms
  • Lockheed Martin
  • PRA Health Sciences
  • Princeton Plasma Physics Lab
What our students are saying
  • David Monroe
    NJIT is the college that is teaching me how the universe works. I can't wait to use what I learn to become a groundbreaking researcher."
    David Monroe
  • JonPierre Grajales
    NJIT's physics professors have had a major impact on my education by giving me positions in their labs."
    JonPierre Grajales
  • Navjot Panchhi
    My primary goals in physics are to study at the forefront and provide the public with an up-to-date grasp of the natural sciences."
    Navjot Panchhi
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Degree Overview

  • Delivery Format: on-campus
  • Required Credits: 60

Program Details

The objective of the Ph.D. program is to produce scientists capable of performing significant independent research in their area of specialization, and of effectively communicating their work to other scientists, policy-makers, and the general public. This is achieved through three types of training:

  1. Critical-thinking and quantitative skills to understand current issues in biology, including critical analysis of the primary literature in their chosen area of specialization.  

  2. High-level research techniques — an appropriate combination of laboratory, computational and literature based skills — and use these to complete a dissertation that expands our understanding of a particular area of biology. Upon completion, a graduating student will be capable of planning and conducting a hypothesis-driven research program.

Professional communication of their work both formally and informally, to audiences as diverse as the general public, undergraduates, or world-renowned researchers in their field of specialization. This crucial skill will enable them to pursue careers in academia, government, private industry or non-profit organizations.

What You Will Learn:

Students who complete the program are expected to leave with considerable expertise in their broader research field and in the narrower context of their specific research projects. Overall, we expect graduates of the Biology Ph.D. program at NJIT to meet the following learning outcomes:

  • They will have the ability to design and conduct scientifically sound experiments or theoretical studies. They will be able to discuss critically the approaches and results obtained.

  • They will have learned to analyze and interpret various forms of experimental data and/or theoretical results, put them in a larger conceptual framework, and critically assess their general biological relevance.

  • They will understand ethical principles and regulatory restrictions that govern the use of animals, humans, and environmental resources in biological research approaches.

  • They will have developed a broad understanding of biology and related disciplines in the larger human and global context.

  • They will have obtained the depth and breadth of knowledge, as well as the language and critical thinking skills needed to operate in a multidisciplinary environment, be it in academia of elsewhere.

  • They will have gained the ability to effectively communicate scientific data, ideas, concepts, and relevance to both experts and broader audiences.  This pertains to both written and oral communications.

  • They will be well prepared to obtain gainful employment in private, government, industry, or academic sectors. For example, they will be qualified and competitive in the search for postdoctoral research positions in industry or academia.

Admissions & curriculum

60 Required Credits
Course listing and prerequisites
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Biology Salaries

$50,000

Starting Salary, NJIT Average

$52,500

Mid-Career Salary, National Average

A bachelor’s degree in biological or biomedical sciences is the fourth most popular degree option nationwide.

Career Prospects

Where do Biology majors work?

Common Job Titles
  • Clinical Research
  • Optometric technician
  • Equine Veterinary Assistant
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Formulation Chemist
Top Employers
  • Performance Physical Therapy And Sports Conditioning
  • Princeton Orthopaedics
  • Morristown Memorial Hospital
  • L'Oreal USA
  • Lansdale Rx Pharmacy
What our students are saying
  • Briana Mancenido
    The knowledge and leadership skills I developed at NJIT has definitely prepared me for the rigors of medical school."
    Briana Mancenido
  • Efstathia Baronos
    NJIT has allowed me to transform my nearly lifelong dream of becoming a physician into a reality. "
    Efstathia Baronos
  • Subashkusum Ray
    NJIT has helped me pursue and foster my dream of understanding the emergent patterns in biological systems."
    Subashkusum Ray
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Degree Overview

  • Delivery Format: on-campus
  • Required Credits: 30

Program Details

The Master of Science in Biology is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge of both plant and animal biology, as well as microbiology. Through their advanced study and research experiences, the program aims for graduates:

  • To be provided with a broad background in the life sciences at different levels of biological organization (from molecular, cellular, and organismal biology, to populations, communities and ecosystems).

  • To be provided with a comprehensive education in biology that stresses scientific reasoning and problem solving across the spectrum of disciplines within biology.

  • To be provided with extensive hands-on training in laboratory skills and/or field techniques.

  • To be provided thorough training in written and oral communication of scientific information.

  • To be engaged in scientific inquiry and foster life-long learning.

  • To be prepared to make informed political and societal decisions relevant to the biological sciences.

What You Will Learn:

While students in the program gain focused skills and theoretical knowledge helpful for launching their chosen career in biological sciences, we specifically aim for students to meet the following learning outcomes:

  • Students will integrate math, physical sciences and technology to answer biological questions using the scientific method.

  • Students will demonstrate proficiency of lab and field techniques in their area of specialization.

  • Students will master and retain fundamental concepts in biology.

  • Students will demonstrate the skill to assess and analyze data with objectivity.

  • Students will demonstrate proficiency in searching, reading and evaluating the scientific literature.

  • Students will demonstrate a thorough understanding and competency in a specific discipline within the biological sciences.

  • Students will be able to communicate scientific ideas effectively in both oral and written formats.

  • Students will be able to think critically and evaluate, design, conduct and quantitatively assess innovative research in a biological discipline.

  • Students will have acquired the skills and knowledge needed for employment or advanced graduate or professional study in discipline related areas.

  • Students will be able to read, understand, and critically interpret the primary biological literature in their area of interest.

  • Students will recognize and be able to apply basic ethical principles to basic and applied biological practice and will understand the role of biological science, scientists, and practitioners in society.

Admissions & curriculum

30 Required Credits
Course listing and prerequisites
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Biology Salaries

$50,000

Starting Salary, NJIT Average

$52,500

Mid-Career Salary, National Average

A bachelor’s degree in biological or biomedical sciences is the fourth most popular degree option nationwide.

Career Prospects

Where do Biology majors work?

Common Job Titles
  • Clinical Research
  • Optometric technician
  • Equine Veterinary Assistant
  • Pharmacy Technician
  • Formulation Chemist
Top Employers
  • Performance Physical Therapy And Sports Conditioning
  • Princeton Orthopaedics
  • Morristown Memorial Hospital
  • L'Oreal USA
  • Lansdale Rx Pharmacy
What our students are saying
  • Neha Thati
    I have built a strong foundation at NJIT to carry throughout my future endeavors."
    Neha Thati
  • Subashkusum Ray
    NJIT has helped me pursue and foster my dream of understanding the emergent patterns in biological systems."
    Subashkusum Ray
  • Ines Nzameyo
    As a biology major, NJIT has opened up a world of possibilities and opportunities for me to pursue my goal of becoming a pharmacist. "
    Ines Nzameyo
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Degree Overview

  • Delivery Format: on-campus
  • Required Credits: 30

Program Details

Students of the M.A. program will engage in advanced academic study and conduct their own dynamic scholarly research that seeks to recount diverse perspectives and provide a fuller understanding of complex issues we face today. Above all, the program is designed to enrich students' lives by exposing them to some of the major experiences and events, people and cultures, books and ideas that have shaped our modern world.

We expect that students/graduates of the History M.A. program will the exhibit and/or engage in the following:

  • Academic Excellence: Students will excel in their history coursework, as well as engage in internships available at local historical organizations.

  • Professionalism: Students hone professional communication, collaboration and research skills needed to enhance their professional career and increase their opportunities for advancement.

  • Career Development: Students will prepare for an advanced degree or careers in teaching, business, law, government, administration, and other fields related to history.

What You Will Learn:

In the program, History M.A. students will engage in strong academic work and dynamic research collaborations with distinguished faculty and fellow students. For the M.A. in History, students must complete 30 credits of coursework, which includes 18 credits in an area of concentration (American History; World History; or the History of Technology, Environment, and Medicine/Health).  Students must take at least 6 credits outside of their concentration, and complete either a thesis (6 credits) or a Master's Essay (3 credits). Among the many important skills that students of the program will master, Learning Outcomes specifically include:

  • Students will communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

  • Students will examine information and data in historical sources and draw logical conclusions from them.

  • Students will have problem-solving skills required to learn how a past idea, event, or person has affected the present.

  • Students will demonstrate proficiency in seeking and using information efficiently, effectively and ethically.

  • Students will observe and practice applications of concepts learned in a real-world setting.

  • Students will develop independent research skills to examine and process information from a large number of historical documents, texts, and other sources.

Admissions & curriculum

30 Required Credits
Course listing and prerequisites
Explore this area of study

History Salaries

$60,000

Starting Salary, NJIT Average

Employment of museum and archive curators is projected to grow 14 percent from 2016 to 2026, faster than the average for all occupations.

Career Prospects

Where do History majors work?

Common Job Titles
  • Attorney
  • History Instructor/ Teacher
  • Journalist/Editor
  • Archivist/Librarian
  • Museum Curator
Top Employers
  • Law Firms
  • Government
  • School Districts and Colleges/ Universities
  • Museums/Libraries
  • Publishers
What our students are saying
  • Andrew Edmonson
    My experience at NJIT has been invaluable in preparing me for law school and the workplace."
    Andrew Edmonson
  • Jasmin Jaludi
    One of the best decisions I have ever made was studying History at NJIT. "
    Jasmin Jaludi
  • Hilsson Angeles
    NJIT was my dream school."
    Hilsson Angeles
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