Combined Majors at Khoury College

Pursue your passion with a specialized computer science degree

Passionate about philosophy but have a knack for computer science? Looking for a career in data science anchored in a firm understanding of business administration? At Northeastern University, combined majors allow you to do both.

Combined majors are unique, hybrid degree programs that encourage students to explore multiple academic fields, all while staying on track for graduation. Khoury College of Computer Sciences currently offers 56 combined majors with curriculum specific to each individual academic program.

  • 56
    Undergraduate combined majors

  • 53%
    Students pursuing an interdisciplinary combined degree

  • #1
    CS college for number of combined majors offered

Pursue your passion and make your impact

Khoury College offers 56 combined majors with 25 partner disciplines — more than any other college at Northeastern.

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    BS in Computer Science and Behavioral Neuroscience

    The BS in Computer Science and Behavioral Neuroscience applies mathematical and computational methodologies toward understanding human behavior, artificial intelligence, and the human-machine interface.

  • In a Northeastern lab, students sit around four tables that are pushed together. In the foreground, three students talk with their laptops open on the table.

    BS in Computer Science and Biology

    The BS in Computer Science and Biology provides a strong foundation across focus areas that include chemistry, mathematics, software development, and algorithms.

  • In a Northeastern classroom, a student sits at a table and listens attentively. There are large screens on the two walls in the background.

    BS in Computer Science and Cognitive Psychology

    The BS in Computer Science and Cognitive Psychology will prepare you to explore the connections between people and computers. Build a theoretical and hands-on foundation in psychology and cognition to supplement coursework in artificial intelligence and human-computer interaction.

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    BS in Computer Science and Design

    The BS in Computer Science and Design combined major applies design principles to computer science applications through core design courses and a strong programming foundation.

  • Students work together in a the West Village H computer lab at Northeastern. In the foreground, two students smile during a conversation while their laptops are open on the table in front of them. Other students are sitting at tables in the background.

    BS in Computer Science and English

    The BS in Computer Science and English is a combined major that focuses on the interdisciplinary processes of creating, interpreting, and analyzing written texts and programs.

  • Dozens of students sit in blue chair in a Northeastern lecture hall. In the first row of chairs, a student looks at his laptop and moves his fingers on the trackpad while a Northeastern faculty member explains the assignment.

    BS in Computer Science and History

    The Computer Science and History BS offers the opportunity to gain historical knowledge and analytical skills in both the humanities and computer science.

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    BSIE in Industrial Engineering and Computer Science

    The BSIE in Industrial Engineering and Computer Science strategically blends together the two disciplines, allowing industrial engineering students to acquire CS skills that are becoming increasingly important in the field of industrial engineering.

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    BS in Computer Science and Journalism

    The BS in Computer Science and Journalism will prepare you with a technical foundation and the journalistic skills you need to succeed in both digital and print media careers.

  • Two students work on a project together in a Northeastern computer lab. The photo is taken from behind a monitor screen and both students are looking at the screen.

    BS in Computer Science and Mathematics

    The interdisciplinary BS in Computer Science and Mathematics is a combined major where you’ll study topics in mathematical theory with practical applications in computer science.

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    BS in Computer Science and Music

    The BS in Computer Science and Music combined major is designed to give students a firm foundation in music and computing, exposing students to a wide range of musical repertoires, theoretical approaches, and research strategies.

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    BS in Computer Science and Philosophy

    The BS in Computer Science and Philosophy will prepare you with skills in formal logic and an understanding of the ethical and social issues related to computing and information technologies.

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    BS in Computer Science and Physics

    The BS in Computer Science and Physics combined major will prepare you with a strong skill set at the intersection of computer science, physics, and mathematics.

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    BS in Computer Science and Political Science

    The BS in Computer Science and Political Science provides an understanding of the role of technology in policymaking as you address global and societal challenges using computer science.

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    BS in Computer Science and Sociology

    The BS in Computer Science and Sociology is a combined major that provides a strong programming foundation and a deep understanding of the intersection of technology and society.

  • In a West Village H study area, three students sit at mobile desks while looking at a laptop open in front of the student sitting in the middle. In the background, a wall is covered with written mathematical equations.

    BS in Computer Science and Theatre

    In the BS in Computer Science and Theatre combined major, you'll explore the connections between theater and technology — ideal for creative students who want to use tech as a tool to expand the future of the performing arts.

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    BS in Data Science and Biochemistry

    The BS in Data Science and Biochemistry integrates computer science, biochemistry, biology, information science, mathematics, and statistics.

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    BS in Data Science and Biology

    The interdisciplinary BS in Data Science and Biology provides a strong foundation in biology, chemistry, and mathematics, as well as software development and algorithms.

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    BS in Data Science and Business Administration

    The BS in Data Science and Business Administration will prepare you to leverage technology to manage a global economy — integrating data expertise with management theory and practice.

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    BS in Data Science and Chemistry

    The BS in Data Science and Chemistry blends chemistry, information science, and mathematics to prepare you to use data science to understand the physical world.

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    BS in Data Science and Criminal Justice

    The combined BS in Data Science and Criminal Justice will prepare you with cutting-edge data science skills and expertise in important and urgent social issues.

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    BS in Data Science and Design

    The new BS in Data Science and Design integrates a technical degree with a practice-based discipline that poses important questions about — and provides significant answers to — how we live.

  • Three students sitting in a row of red chairs listen to a class lecture. The student on the right is writing with a pen, the student in the middle is looking forward, and the student on the right is viewing a mobile device.

    BS in Data Science and Economics

    The combined BS in Data Science and Economics integrates fundamental economics experience with a strong foundation in programming.

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    BS in Data Science and Health Science

    The BS in Data Science and Health Science offers a strong grounding in health administration and public health combined with data science experience.

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    BS in Data Science and International Affairs

    The BS in Data Science and International Affairs offers a strong data science foundation and an interdisciplinary understanding of global affairs and international issues.

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    BS in Data Science and Journalism

    The BS in Data Science and Journalism will prepare you to understand and leverage data to uncover impactful stories and produce engaging, relevant journalism.

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    BS in Data Science and Linguistics

    The Data Science and Linguistics BS offers a strong foundation in the formal structures of human languages and the collection, manipulation, storage, retrieval, and analysis of data.

  • In West Village H's 102 lab, two students sit on a cushioned bench with their laptops open on the table in front of them. Both students are smiling.

    BS in Data Science and Mathematics

    The BS in Data Science and Mathematics will give you a strong foundation in the vital role of mathematics in today’s data-driven world.

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    BS in Data Science and Philosophy

    The Data Science and Philosophy combined major will prepare you with a strong foundation in formal logic and understanding of the intersection of logic and data.

  • BS in Data Science and Physics

    The combined BS in Data Science and Physics will prepare you with a foundation in three important fields: data science, physics, and mathematics.

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    BS in Data Science and Psychology

    The BS in Data Science and Psychology will prepare you to use data to explore the human mind through rigorous coursework and hands-on learning.

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    BS in Data Science and Public Health

    The new BS in Data Science and Public Health offers students a strong foundation and experiential education integrating studies in public health and data science.

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    BS in Cybersecurity and Economics

    The Cybersecurity and Economics BS provides a strong foundation in cybersecurity and an understanding of the global economic factors that contribute to security challenges.