UAH | Research | Undergraduate Research | The University of Alabama in Huntsville

As a national research university, UAH offers undergraduates the opportunity to take part in research throughout their academic career. Hands-on research and creative projects are integral to preparing you for a professional career, no matter what field you’ve chosen.

See What Our Students Are Doing

Noah worked Dr. John Bennewitz of the Propulsion Research Center

Clay studied the meiofauna that live within the sediments of the Paint Rock River in Northern AlabamaClay studied the meiofauna that live within the sediments of the Paint Rock River in Northern Alabama

Cecilia documenting the history of the famous NASA

Noah looking into the use of virtual reality

Why Research Is So Valuable

Research, creative projects, internships, and service learning are some of the opportunities that will help prepare you for the complex society in which we live and work.

Undergraduate research opportunities at UAH allow you to:

Develop skills in problem solving, analysis, and communication
Step out of the classroom and into an exciting, hands-on learning environment
Collect data and solve problems with real-world implications
Work closely with faculty, researchers or graduate students
Find your passion and chart your career path
Build a resume or portfolio that can help you stand out in the job market after graduation

Learn more about undergraduate research at UAH