{"id":11499,"date":"2018-06-14T13:49:15","date_gmt":"2018-06-14T17:49:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cs\/?page_id=11499"},"modified":"2026-01-07T15:21:27","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T20:21:27","slug":"academic-programs","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cs\/undergraduate\/academic-programs\/","title":{"rendered":"Academic Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Make a difference with an<br \/>\neducation in computer science.<\/h2>\n<p><center><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cs\/undergraduate\/academic-programs\/\" class=\"button\"><strong>Explore Programs<\/strong><\/a><\/center><b>Studying Computer Science at Boston University opens the door to meaningful impact and exciting career opportunities.<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Whether you&#8217;re passionate about solving real-world problems or eager to be part of the next technological breakthrough, computer science gives you the tools to shape the future.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Career prospects are strong, fueled by the ongoing revolution in technology and artificial intelligence. BU Computer Science graduates pursue rewarding roles across industries\u2014including finance, healthcare, education, gaming, media, entertainment, and both software and hardware development. You might design a life-changing app, launch a startup, create cutting-edge accessibility tools, or help develop fully autonomous vehicles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Department of Computer Science at Boston University offers a range of academic programs tailored to students with diverse interests and goals\u2014from introductory exploration to advanced specialization.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cs\/undergraduate\/academic-programs\/computer-science-major\/\"><b>15-course Bachelor\u2019s degree<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> consists of a strong foundation of coursework complemented by electives in several tracks, including networks, theory, data mining and data analytics, artificial intelligence, operating systems, media computing, and security\/cryptography.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cs\/undergraduate\/academic-programs\/jointmajors\/\"><b>five pre-approved joint majors<\/b><\/a><b>.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> A joint major at BU combines two fields into one program, so you graduate with one degree that includes coursework from both areas.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The challenging integrated <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cs\/undergraduate\/academic-programs\/ba-ms-programs\/\"><b>BA\/MS program<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is available for highly qualified students. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This program allows students to graduate with a Bachelor and Master degree in Computer Science in a condensed timeline.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/cs\/undergraduate\/academic-programs\/minor-in-computer-science\/\"><b>6-course computer science minor<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is available to students majoring in other disciplines.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re interested in Computer Science but don&#8217;t plan to major or minor in it, the department offers several introductory courses that have no prerequisites and are open to all students. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These introductory courses count toward <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">several BU Hub areas. <a href=\"\/cs\/files\/2025\/07\/Hub-Guide-Non-CS-Major-CS-Courses.pdf\">Click here for a guide to Non-CS Major CS Courses<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Contact us<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are interested in declaring a major in computer science, contact us at <\/span><a href=\"mailto:csadvise@bu.edu\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">csadvise@bu.edu<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. For specific issues and questions, please make an appointment with one of our academic advisors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Admissions &amp; Prospective Students<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All undergraduate admissions are managed by the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.bu.edu\/admissions\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">BU Office of Undergraduate Admissions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. For questions about application materials or financial aid, please contact their office directly. Prospective Computer Science majors should apply to the College of Arts &amp; Sciences, which houses the Department of Computer Science.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Make a difference with an education in computer science. 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