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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

Campus locations

  • Three students walk along a sidewalk at the Oakland campus. The sidewalk is lined by tall trees at equal distances.

    Oakland

    Tech companies in Oakland benefit from a diverse and creative local ecosystem with easy access to Silicon Valley resources — providing a massive opportunity for CS education and research.

  • Students walk by West Village H on the Boston campus. A large, white KHOURY sign is next to the students. West Village H rises in the background.

    Boston

    Located in the heart of Boston, Northeastern’s oldest campus is home to a vibrant community of students, researchers, and faculty working across disciplines to build a better world through CS.

Applications and admissions

Meet our faculty

Get to know the engaged, experienced professors who are here to support you every step of the way.

Visit the College of Arts, Media and Design

The BS in Computer Science and Design program is an interdisciplinary collaboration with the College of Arts, Media and Design.

Get a head start on your graduate degree

In our accelerated master’s programs, you can start earning your master’s degree while you are still pursuing your undergraduate studies.