Departments

NYU Tandon's departments reflect our deep academic roots and our dedication to adapting to the changing demands of scholarship and industry.


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Applied Physics

Physics, often said to be the most fundamental of all the sciences, deals with the constituents, properties, and evolution of the entire universe, on all length and time scales.

Biomedical Engineering

Biomedical engineers design and develop products, systems and processes to improve human health

Civil and Urban Engineering

With an increasing percentage of the global population living in urban areas, we develop innovations for smart, resilient, and sustainable cities of the future. 

Computer Science and Engineering

As we enjoy increased interconnectivity through our devices, computer scientists and engineers are playing a bigger part in shaping the world.

Finance and Risk Engineering

If you’ve ever been drawn to a field that some people are calling “the rocket science of Wall Street,” Finance and Risk Engineering might be the course of study for you.

Technology, Culture and Society

We promote critical engagement with technology and science while drawing on the perspectives of the humanities and social sciences.