Engineering Physics

Beyond the fundamentals of engineering and physics, you’ll be able to choose from three concentrations: mechanical, biomedical, and electrical. You might dive into courses like Medical Instrument and Imaging, where you’ll study the technology used in X-rays and MRIs, or Science Fiction Physics where you’ll study the viability of sci-fi scenarios in stories.

You also have the option to enroll in our 3-2 Cooperative Program that leads to a double degree in a STEM area of your choice and engineering. Students in this program complete three years of study at Fordham and two years of study in engineering at Columbia University or Case Western Reserve University.

From developing rocket systems to exploring biomedical engineering, hands-on research is at the center of our program. In our Engineering Physics Teaching Laboratory, you’ll use high-tech equipment to explore the physics of materials and simulate real world automated assembly processes. And your faculty mentors are here to help you in and beyond the lab. Students publish their research in peer-reviewed academic journals, earn prestigious awards, and get connected to grant opportunities.

Fordham’s location in New York City will provide you with unparalleled access to internships, research collaborations, and career pathways through our connections with hospitals, research institutes, and industry partners like Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Montefiore Medical Center.

As an engineering physics major, you’ll be prepared for careers and graduate study in medical, mechanical, electrical, and optical engineering. Our graduates go on to work in fields like architecture, business, finance, medicine, and law.

AI is a tool that helps engineers solve complex problems faster, creating a need for scientists who understand both physics and data science. At Fordham, you’ll be able to use AI to advance your own research and pair your engineering physics classes with courses in computer science, mathematics, and biochemistry, preparing you for high-growth roles in areas like AI-driven systems management, predictive technology, materials science, and brain mapping.

You’ll also be able to earn credentials and paid micro-internships through IBM SkillsBuild’s Getting Started with AI course. All Fordham students and graduates have access to AI training through RamConnect, the University’s alumni and experiential learning platform.

Above all, you’ll learn skills that can’t be replaced by AI, such as critical thinking, problem solving, and experimentation.