Why Interdisciplinary Science?
Interdisciplinary science fuses learning across the natural, clinical and social sciences.
This approach provides you with broad scientific knowledge and an understanding of how the sciences influence each other in today’s world. A flexible option for students with interests across subject areas, interdisciplinary science prepares you to apply scientific methods to professional problems using multi-faceted, innovative thinking.
Learn more about the value of a degree in interdisciplinary sciences.
News
May 15, 2026
Class of 2026: Pharm.D. graduate and runner Angela Gates knows her courses
She earned her second degree from VCU, and her path ahead includes more marathons and a residency with the local VA medical center.
April 27, 2026
How I found my research: Tara Nikzad Joolhar loves both the challenges and surprises she finds in the lab
Joolhar, a science and philosophy major at VCU, will graduate this spring at the age of 20. A career in medicine is in her sights next.
Aug. 30, 2024
42nd annual Faculty Convocation celebrates six VCU role models
Honorees included faculty members from the Schools of Medicine, School of Pharmacy, College of Humanities and Sciences and the School of Public Health.
Student Spotlight
Meet Rahat
When Rahat Haque first started college, he knew he wanted to major in the sciences because he wanted to follow the premed track. Visit our 'Meet a Student' page to read more about Rahat, including the internship at the INOVA Children’s Hospital and the inspiring professor that helped further his studies.