Overview

Science, Medicine and Technology in Culture at Union College may be combined with another major and is ideal for science or engineering students who want to place their interests in a social context. It is also an excellent choice for students of the humanities or social sciences who would like to study the social consequences of science and engineering.

Quick Facts:

In today's increasingly complex society, science, medicine and technology all play critical roles. Wisdom, information, techno-science and ethics intersect and entangle in numerous fascinating ways that inform us as we navigate our diverse experiences of the world.
You will choose classes from more than 20 different disciplines, ranging from anthropology and classics to mathematics and psychology. Core courses address such topics as the scientific revolution, the philosophy of science, technology and human values, and the sociology of medicine.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Big History
History of Medicine
Philosophy of Science
Ethics, Technology & Society
Sociology of Medicine
Medical Anthropology
Health and Healing in Africa
Technology, Culture & Society

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

New York City, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Personal essay. The Common App and Coalition App essay prompts are provided below, and Union does not require any additional essays.
Official high school transcript(s)
First quarter or first trimester senior grades (additional senior grades may be requested)
Counselor letter of recommendation
Teacher letter of recommendation
Standardized Testing

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

89316 USD / year

≈ 89316 USD / year
Out-of-State

89316 USD / year

≈ 89316 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

89316 USD / year

≈ 89316 USD / year

Living costs

New York City

United States

1819 - 3968 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Quick Facts:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

New York City

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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