BS in Computer Science and Environmental and Sustainability Sciences
The BS in Computer Science and Environmental and Sustainability Sciences is a combined major (Khoury College and the College of Science) that focuses on solving the world’s environmental problems through technology. You will gain an in-depth understanding of geological and atmospheric processes, data and spatial analysis, earth history, and more — knowledge that will complement your computer science coursework in computation, algorithms, and software development.
Program details: BS in Computer Science and Environmental and Sustainability Sciences
Combining computer science with environmental and sustainability studies will prepare you for a variety of career options that bridge the gap between these increasingly relevant fields. Here are some potential career paths:
- Environmental data scientist
- Geographic Information System (GIS) specialist
- Environmental software developer
- Renewable energy consultant
- Environmental policy analyst
Students in this combined major have opportunities to build on their classroom learning in industry settings through co-ops. Recent related co-op experiences include:
- Sustainable food production AI research co-op at University of Paris, Saclay
- Co-op web developer at Clean Harbors, Inc.
- Catastrophe analyst at Homesite Group, Inc.
- SSGA performance engineering intern at State Street Corporation
Collaborate with leading researchers to make innovative discoveries and find new solutions to global challenges. A few of our research areas include:
- Computational biology
- Data science
- Data visualization
In this program, you’ll learn to:
- Apply design principles in the construction of software systems of varying complexity.
- Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for effective and secure computing practice.
- Apply mathematical foundations, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory in the modeling and design of computer-based systems in a way that demonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs involved in design choices.
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