--- title: "ARCH | Academic Programs" url: "/academics/arch/division-of-integrative-programs" type: page date: 2026-09-21 updated: 2026-09-24 --- # ARCH | Academic Programs Academics # Division of Integrative Programs **One Academic Home. Many Disciplinary Pathways.** The ARCH Division of Integrative Programs is the academic home for interdisciplinary majors, minors, microcredentials, and other programs that draw on faculty and courses from across Manhattan University. These programs address fields that do not fit neatly within a single discipline. ARCH coordinates curriculum, advising, assessment, and long-term development, while courses and faculty remain rooted in their existing departments and schools. Image ![Manhattan University campus looking at one of the Manhattan flags on a light pole](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-05/campus-outside-banner-3200x2000.jpg?h=1cb48fc4&itok=t0ishEOK) ## Explore ARCH Academic Programs ARCH brings together interdisciplinary academic programs that connect ideas, faculty and courses across Manhattan University. From majors and minors to microcredentials and emerging areas of study, these programs give students opportunities to explore fields that cross traditional academic boundaries while remaining grounded in the expertise of the University’s schools and departments. Image ![Three brain scans in medical imaging format. Blue tones highlight cerebral structures. No facial expressions or human emotions shown. Ideal for health, neuroscience, or medical education](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-09/computational-neuroscience-3000x2000.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=SeSEfcys) [Computational Neuroscience B.S. ](/academics/programs/computational-neuroscience-bs)**Where brain science meets computation.** The Computational Neuroscience B.S. brings together neuroscience, psychology, mathematics, statistics, and programming. Students study how neural systems give rise to perception, cognition, and behavior while building skills in experimental design, data analysis, computational modeling, and neurotechnology. Image ![Analyst working with Business Analytics and Data Management System on computer to make report with KPI and metrics connected to database.](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-07/data-science-3000x2000.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=FsAvHJOl) [Data Science B.S. ](/academics/programs/data-science)**Where data becomes insight and action.** The Data Science B.S. brings together mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering, and business. Students build skills in programming, machine learning, data visualization, and quantitative analysis while learning to turn complex data into responsible, evidence-based decisions. Image ![business professionals brainstorming and discussing project data during a corporate meeting at a long table in a bright office](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-09/intergrated-marketing-communications-3000x2000.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=u4NmjRq8) [Integrated Marketing Communication B.S. ](/academics/programs/integrated-marketing-communication)**Where brand strategy meets creativity.** The Integrated Marketing Communication B.S. brings together marketing, communication, media, analytics, and emerging technology. Students learn to understand audiences, build brands, and create content across every channel, with pathways in Content Creation and AI in Marketing and Communication. ## Explore ARCH Minors ARCH minors allow students to add an interdisciplinary area of study to their primary academic program. Drawing on courses and faculty from across Manhattan University, these minors help students build knowledge and skills in emerging and cross-disciplinary fields that complement a wide range of majors and career paths. Image ![AI or Artificial intelligence concept. Businessman using computer use ai to help business and used in daily life, Digital Transformation, Internet of Things, Artificial intelligence brain,](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-07/ai-minor-3000x2000.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=lYbPpHEH) [ Artificial Intelligence Minor ](/academics/programs/ai-minor)Designed for students across the University, the AI minor introduces the tools, applications, and broader implications of artificial intelligence. Image ![Scientists are experimenting Genetic research and Biotech science Human Biology and pharmaceutical technology on laboratory background](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-09/quality-science-minor-3000x2000.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=yyH0Bx32) [Quality Science Minor ](/academics/programs/quality-science-minor)The Quality Science minor prepares students to evaluate systems, improve processes, interpret evidence, and support reliable decision-making across industries. Image ![Business hand using stylus on laptop with green holographic CO2 dashboard, climate data, renewable energy icons, carbon reduction, sustainability technology and eco innovation concept.](/sites/default/files/styles/4_3_327w/public/media/2026-09/sustainability-studies-2-3000x2000.jpg?h=c6980913&itok=cQGsxvLf) [Sustainability Studies Minor ](/academics/programs/sustainability-studies-minor)The Sustainability Studies minor examines environmental, social, economic, and ethical challenges through courses drawn from across the University. 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