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Undergraduate Programs at Khoury College

With 56 combined majors and a top-ranked co-op program, our undergraduate programs allow you to harness CS to make a difference.

Our undergraduate programs in computer sciences are designed to nurture students’ talents while preparing them for their next steps, whether they choose further education or to start their career in a computer science field.

Four ways our undergraduate programs stand out

Khoury College offers 56 combined majors with more than 25 partner disciplines, more than any other college at Northeastern University. Ranging from Computer Science and Journalism to Data Science and Chemistry, our combined majors are carefully constructed degrees that allow students to explore multiple academic fields while staying on track for graduation.

Each combined major offers the opportunity for intense study in two disciplines with appropriate breadth in the liberal arts. Students take nine to 13 courses in each subject and at least one integrative course that binds the disciplines together. These programs offer an excellent educational opportunity for the ambitious student.

Combined majors

Northeastern’s renowned cooperative education program — which the university started in 1909 — is ranked #1 nationally according to U.S. News & World Report. Co-ops are available at a wide range of for-profit and nonprofit organizations, big and small. First-year internships provide a way to build your resume before seeking a full-time co-op.

The co-op program gives undergraduates a head start on their career as they integrate classroom skills into solving real-world problems at jobs that, in most cases, relate directly to students’ field of study. Many students go on to find job opportunities with their co-op companies, as well as build a professional network — and an impressive resume — before they even finish college.

Undergraduate co-ops

Every day, Khoury College researchers and talented students collaborate to make new discoveries. Whether for course credit or as part of a paid experience, students have the opportunity to offer fresh perspectives and insights, helping drive discoveries and innovation.

Undergraduate research

We encourage our students not just to explore the world, but also to experience it. Khoury undergraduate students work, study, and conduct research on seven continents through global experiences that include:

Dialogue of Civilizations: Our faculty-led summer programs that focus on critical issues facing local and global students. Students spend about a month in-country — in places like Cuba, Peru, Iceland, and Germany — while taking two classes, visiting regional tech companies, and engaging with international experts in CS and other fields.

Study abroad: Spend a semester abroad at one of Northeastern’s partner institutions while taking courses related to your major and that count towards your degree. Learn from local faculty members at a foreign university and immerse yourself in the culture of cities like Athens, Rome, Madrid, Cape Town, Budapest, Hong Kong, and Sydney.

Global co-op: Tap into unparalleled career opportunities with international companies and organizations. You’ll gain professional experience in diverse cultures — from Canada and Germany to Ghana and Japan — while addressing key global challenges within the field of CS.

Global experience

  • 56 combined majors

  • 598 unique co-op employers

Explore Khoury College’s undergraduate programs

Undergraduate

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    BS or BA in Computer Science

    The Computer Science BS focuses on the fundamentals of program design, software development, advanced algorithms and data, and more.

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    BS in Cybersecurity

    The Cybersecurity BS provides foundational computer science and hands-on experience, exploring how social behavior, policy, and law can affect cybersecurity.

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    BS in Data Science

    With the BS in Data Science, you’ll gain knowledge in exploratory data analysis and manipulation, large-scale data storage, predictive analytics, machine learning, data mining, and more.

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Undergraduate Combined Major

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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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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 Business Administration

    The interdisciplinary BS in Cybersecurity and Business Administration will prepare you with a security-focused technical foundation and the skills to apply it in industry settings.

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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.

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Minor

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    Minor in Computer Science

    The Computer Science minor will prepare you with a solid technical foundation to succeed in an increasingly digital world.

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    Minor in Data Science

    The Data Science minor will prepare you with the foundational knowledge you need to understand and manage data in any field.

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Accelerated BS + MS

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    PlusOne Program with MS in Computer Science

    In this program, you can start earning your MS in CS during your undergraduate studies by taking up to four graduate-level courses that apply to both your undergraduate and graduate degrees.

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    PlusOne Program with MS in Health Informatics

    In this program (managed by Bouvé College of Health Sciences), you can start earning your MS in Health Informatics during your undergraduate studies. As you build your foundations, you can take up to four graduate-level courses and apply them to both your undergraduate and graduate degrees.

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    PlusOne Program with MS in Data Science

    In this program, you can start earning your MS in DS during your undergraduate studies by taking up to four graduate-level courses that apply to both your undergraduate and graduate degrees.

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    PlusOne Program with MS in Cybersecurity

    In this program, you can start earning your MS in Cybersecurity during your undergraduate studies by taking up to four graduate-level courses that apply to both your undergraduate and graduate degrees.

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    PlusOne Program with MS in Bioinformatics

    In this program (managed by the College of Science), you can start earning your MS in Bioinformatics during your undergraduate studies by taking up to four graduate-level courses that apply to both your undergraduate and graduate degrees.

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