BA in Mathematics & Computer Science to MS in Computer Science
Bachelor’s-to-master’s programs are linked bachelor’s and master’s degree programs in which the two degrees are conferred sequentially. The mathematics & computer science BA-to-MS program, typically completed in four and a half to five years, is designed for highly qualified students. Students will learn to analyze problems that require computation and design and implement appropriate problem solutions that are efficient and effective. Students will possess a broad mastery of in-depth knowledge of computer science across theory, software, systems, and applications.
Students in this bachelor’s-to-master’s program must complete all bachelor’s degree requirements before enrolling as master’s students, although they may take graduate courses while enrolled as undergraduates. Students must register for and earn a minimum of 24 units while enrolled as master’s students. Students may apply up to 8 units (500 level or above) from the undergraduate degree to the master’s degree, subject to any conditions described below. For this bachelor’s-to-master’s program, the bachelor’s degree is conferred by the College of Arts & Sciences and the master’s degree is conferred by the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences. Students should consult with the Financial Assistance office to learn how entrance into this bachelor’s-to-master’s program might impact their financial aid.
Learning Outcomes
From their BA in Mathematics & Computer Science, students will have:
- In-depth knowledge in the mathematical foundations.
- Programming and software engineering skills.
- Combined theoretical and technical skills to use on real-world applications.
Students completing the MS in Computer Science will possess a broad mastery of in-depth knowledge of computer science across theory, software, systems, and applications.
Requirements
Students must complete all requirements for the BA in Mathematics & Computer Science and all requirements for the MS in Computer Science.
Students may apply up to 8 units from the undergraduate degree toward the MS. However, courses that fulfill the requirements for the Computer Science & Math major may not be counted toward the MS; students must take elective courses beyond the BA requirements to count them toward the MS.
Admission
For information about application requirements and deadlines, please see the Graduate School of Arts & Sciences’ Bachelor’s-to-Master’s Programs application website. Students must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 in computer science with an overall average of 3.0. Seniors may not apply to the bachelor’s-to-master’s program.
