BS in Computer Science and Design
The BS in Computer Science and Design combined major (Khoury College and the College of Arts, Media and Design) will prepare you to apply design principles to computer science applications through core design courses and a strong programming foundation. You can choose to concentrate on interaction design, graphic and information design, or experience design as you learn to use human-centered design methods to develop innovative, user-centric digital interfaces and applications.
Program details: BS in Computer Science and Design
This program will equip you with a versatile skill set combining technical expertise and a strong understanding of design. The exciting career paths you could pursue include:
- User experience (UX) designer
- Graphic designer
- Front-end developer
- Game developer
- Interaction designer
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:
- Experience designer at Intuit
- Marketing and AI tech at PatienTrials
- Web UI innovator and graphics designer at Boston Children’s Hospital
- UX and visual designer at OHO Interactive
Gain hands-on experience and make exciting discoveries as you collaborate on research projects with dynamic, engaged professors. Some of our research areas include:
- Data visualization
- Games
- Human-computer interaction
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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