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Major Requirements

Complete a minimum of 73 credits from 23 courses including thirteen required computer science courses, four mathematics courses, four physics courses, and two computer science electives.

GPA: A minimum GPA of 2.0 is required for all major courses.
Pass/fail: No courses applied toward the major may be taken pass/fail.
Residency: At least six courses for the major at the 300-level or higher must be completed at UMass Boston.

Required Computer Science Courses (44 Credits)

• CS 110 - Introduction to Computing 4 Credit(s)
• CS 210 - Intermediate Computing with Data Structures 4 Credit(s)
• CS 220 - Applied Discrete Mathematics 3 Credit(s)
• CS 240 - Programming in C 3 Credit(s)
• CS 285L - Social Issues and Ethics in Computing 3 Credit(s)
• CS 310 - Advanced Data Structures and Algorithms 3 Credit(s)
• CS 341 - Computer Architecture and Organization 3 Credit(s)
• CS 410 - An Introduction to Software Engineering 3 Credit(s) (this will be the capstone course for the major)
• CS 420 - An Introduction to the Theory of Computation 3 Credit(s)
• CS 444 - An Introduction to Operating Systems 3 Credit(s)
• CS 446 - Introduction to Internetworking 3 Credit(s)
• CS 449 - Introduction to Computer Security 3 Credit(s)
• CS 451 - Compilers 3 Credit(s)

Mathematics Courses (14 Credits)

• MATH 140 - Calculus I 4 Credit(s)
• MATH 141 - Calculus II 4 Credit(s)
• MATH 260 - Linear Algebra I 3 Credit(s)
• MATH 345 - Probability and Statistics 3 Credit(s)

Physics Courses (12 Credits)

• PHYSIC 113 - Fundamentals of Physics I 4 Credit(s)
• PHYSIC 114 - Fundamentals of Physics II 4 Credit(s)
• PHYSIC 181 - Physics Laboratory I 2 Credit(s)
• PHYSIC 182 - Physics Laboratory II 2 Credit(s)

Computer Science Electives (6 Credits)

Take two courses from below. With prior permission, it may be possible to take an independent study course.

• CS 413 - Applied Cryptography 3 Credit(s)
• CS 415 - User interface design 3 Credit(s)
• CS 430 - Database Management 3 Credit(s)
• CS 434 - Architecture of Database Systems 3 Credit(s)
• CS 436 - Database Application Development 3 Credit(s)
• CS 437 - Database-Backed Web Sites & Web Services 3 Credit(s)
• CS 438 - Applied Machine Learning 3 Credit(s)
• CS 442 - Cybersecurity in the Internet of Things 3< Credit(s)
• CS 443 - Mobile Applications 3 Credit(s)
• CS 450 - The Structure of Higher Level Languages 3 Credit(s)
• CS 460 - Graphics 3 Credit(s)
• CS 461 - Computer Games Programming 3 Credit(s)
• CS 470 - An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence 3 Credit(s)

The following graduate level courses can also be used, but require departmental approval. Descriptions can be found in the Graduate Catalog.

• CS 615
• CS 620
• CS 622
• CS 624
• CS 630
• CS 632
• CS 634
• CS 636
• CS 637
• CS 639
• CS 641
• CS 644
• CS 646
• CS 647
• CS 648
• CS 662
• CS 664
• CS 670
• CS 672
• CS 674
• CS 675
• CS 680

For more information on curriculum, including course descriptions and degree requirements, visit the Academic Catalog.

Graduates of the program will have the ability to:

• Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
• Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
• Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
• Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
• Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
• Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

Early action deadline: November 1; Regular Decision Deadline: June 15

Financing Your Education

Become a Beacon and pursue your passion in UMass Boston’s diverse, supportive environment. Many students across our 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs receive financial aid—providing access to an education that’s exceptional and affordable. Click below to learn more about financial aid opportunities and deadlines.

Financial Aid Deadlines & Application Process 

Scholarships for First-Year & Transfer Students

For additional information regarding tuition and fees, please visit the Bursar’s Office or send an email to Bursar@umb.edu.

Department of Computer Science
University of Massachusetts Boston
100 Morrissey Boulevard
Boston, MA 02125
Phone: 617.287.6441
Email: csinfo "at" umb.edu

Administrative Office
McCormack Building, 3rd Floor, Room 0201

UNIX Lab
UNIX Lab
Location: McCormack Building, 3rd Floor, Room 731
Phone: 617.287.6480
 

Department Chair

Nurit Haspel 
Office: McCormack Building, 3rd Floor, Room 0201-04
Phone: 617.287.6414
Email: nurit.haspel@umb.edu

Undergraduate Program Advisor of Information Technology

Glenn Hoffman
Office: McCormack Building, 3rd Floor, Room 0201-22
Phone: 617.287.4700
Email: glenn.hoffman@umb.edu

Graduate Program Director

Dan Simovici
Office: McCormack Building, 3rd Floor, Room 0201-05
Phone: 617.287.6472
Email: dan.simovici@umb.edu

Seminar Coordinator

Tiago Cogumbreiro 
Office: McCormack Building, 3rd Floor, Room 0201-16
Phone: 617.287.6479
Email: tiago.cogumbreiro@umb.edu

Jobs and Internships Coordinator

Elizabeth O'Neil
Office: McCormack Building, 3rd Floor, Room 0201-20
Phone: 617.287.6455
Email: elizabeth.oneil@umb.edu

Administrative Assistant

Debbie Wade
Office: McCormack Building, 3rd Floor, Room 0201
Phone: 617.287.6476
Email: debbie.wade@umb.edu

Graduate Program Secretary

Gemma Galecia
Office: McCormack Building, 3rd Floor, Room 0201
Phone: 617.287.6441
Email: gemma.galecia@umb.edu