Modified Engineering Sciences Major

Students with primary interest in engineering can create a cross-disciplinary modified engineering sciences major with another discipline by taking six courses in engineering and four courses in the modifying discipline plus all prerequisites and culminating experience.

For additional information about majors, courses, and degree requirements:

Guide to Programs & Courses

Modified Major Options

Dartmouth offers pre-approved modified engineering sciences majors in the following disciplines:

Biology

For students interested in biotechnology.

Engineering +
Biology

Chemistry

For students interested in chemical engineering.

Engineering +
Chemistry

Computer Science

For students interested in computer engineering.

Engineering +
Computer Science

Earth Sciences

For students interested in geotechnical engineering.

Engineering +
Earth Sciences

Economics

For students interested in engineering management or finance.

Engineering +
Economics

Environmental Sciences

For students interested in environmental engineering.

Engineering +
Env. Sciences

Public Policy

For students interested in technology and public policy.

Engineering +
Public Policy

Studio Art

For students interested in architecture or product design.

Engineering +
Studio Art

Creating Your Own Modified Major

Students interested in creating a modified major different from the ones listed above should plan their modified major in consultation with their faculty advisor and Professor Douglas Van Citters, chair of the department of engineering sciences. The proposed modified major must include a coherent program of study with substantial engineering sciences content and must be approved in writing by the chair and filed with the Dartmouth Registrar.

In many cases, it may be advisable for students to pursue an existing major or minor, instead of create their own modified engineering sciences major. For instance:

Student Spotlight

I'm an Engineer and an Artist

Ham Sonnenfeld '16 discusses combining engineering with studio art at Dartmouth.

Alumni Spotlight

Founder and CEO of Nearburg Producing Company

Charles Nearburg '72 Th'74, discusses how combining majors prepares engineers for success.