2026–2027 Academic Catalog Online-First Learning Model Phoenix, Arizona
Programs

Future-focused degrees for a changing world

IRN offers interdisciplinary degree pathways designed for learners who want to connect ideas across fields and prepare for emerging opportunities. Each program area is grounded in innovation, critical thinking, and practical application.

Program Overview

Study across boundaries. Learn toward impact.

IRN’s academic structure is built around five divisions that bring together technical knowledge, human insight, and future-oriented thinking. Students can explore pathways at the associate, bachelor’s, and master’s levels depending on the discipline and their academic goals.

Associate pathwaysDesigned to build foundations and momentum for students starting their academic journey.
Bachelor’s pathwaysStructured for depth, interdisciplinary fluency, and applied problem-solving.
Master’s pathwaysFocused on advanced study, innovation, research-minded thinking, and leadership growth.

This division supports learners interested in systems, energy, machines, and intelligent technologies. Students explore areas such as circuit theory, smart systems, robotics, mechanics, embedded technologies, and renewable energy with an emphasis on innovation and practical application.

Sample curriculum: Circuit Theory, Smart Technology Networks, Embedded Systems, Thermodynamics, Renewable Energy Technologies, Advanced Robotics, Energy Storage Systems.

This pathway connects life science, health systems, and digital transformation. Students engage topics such as biology, medical innovation, bioinformatics, health technology, and AI-driven applications in healthcare and human development.

Sample curriculum: Principles of Biology, Human Health Systems, Anatomy & Physiology, Bioinformatics, Medical Devices and Digital Health, Data Science and AI in Healthcare.

This division invites students to explore storytelling, cultural inquiry, communication, social impact, and creative leadership. It is designed for learners who want to understand people, ideas, and communities while shaping change through expression and insight.

Sample curriculum: Cultural Narratives & Storytelling, Principles of Social Science, Digital Cultures & New Media, Community Arts & Advocacy, Creative Leadership.

This pathway focuses on climate resilience, regenerative thinking, sustainable systems, green design, and long-term environmental and social impact. Students learn to approach development through responsibility, strategy, and innovation.

Sample curriculum: Principles of Sustainability & Regeneration, Global Climate Systems, Circular Economy, Sustainable Agriculture, Climate Risk & Adaptation, Green Design.

This division prepares students to think strategically about markets, capital, technology, and long-range value creation. Key areas include fintech, financial modeling, investment thinking, digital assets, and future-facing financial systems.

Sample curriculum: Corporate Finance, Financial Markets, Intro to FinTech, Futures Thinking, Risk Management & Derivatives, Blockchain/AI Applications, Strategic Financial Management.

Degree Pathways

Multiple routes to academic growth

IRN offers Associate, Bachelor’s, and Master’s opportunities across its academic ecosystem, with degree availability varying by division. Each pathway is designed to support progression, depth of study, and the ability to connect learning to real-world questions and future opportunities.

Support Beyond the Curriculum

Learning with structure and support

Students at IRN benefit from mentorship, research-minded learning, innovation culture, and academic guidance that extends beyond content delivery. The goal is not simply to complete courses, but to grow as a thinker, creator, and contributor.

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