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Degree
Bachelors
Major
History | Political History
Area of study
Humanities
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The B.A. in Computer Science + History program combines computer science expertise with historical study, preparing students to apply technology to digital history research, build and manage digital archives, and analyze historical texts using data analysis techniques. Graduates are equipped for careers in digital history, including roles as digital archivists, historians, and museum exhibit designers.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Objectives:
- Prepare students to apply computer science skills to digital history research.
- Equip graduates to build and manage digital archives.
- Enable graduates to analyze historical texts using data analysis techniques.
- Empower graduates to create innovative ways to represent and interpret historical events.
Description:
The B.A. in Computer Science + History is a groundbreaking interdisciplinary program that combines computer science expertise with historical study. This unique program prepares students to utilize their computer science skills in the exploration and analysis of historical data. Graduates are well-equipped to contribute to the advancement of digital history, a rapidly developing field that leverages technology to understand the past in innovative ways.
Outline:
Program Content:
- Focuses on the application of computer science skills to the study of history.
- Integrates digital history tools and methodologies into traditional historical research.
- Provides opportunities to collaborate with historians and archivists on digital history projects.
Program Structure:
- Offered by the Department of Engineering, Computing and Mathematical Sciences and the Department of History.
- Available to undergraduate students.
- Programming Fundamentals
- Object-Oriented Programming
- Programming Languages
- Computer Organization
- Global History
- Historiography
- U.S. History
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Digital Archivist
- Historian
- Museum Exhibit Designer
- Author
- Game Developer
- Web Developer
Career Opportunities:
- Potential to contribute to digital history projects within academic institutions, historical societies, museums, and archives.
- Opportunities in related fields like education, publishing, and game development.
Career Outcomes:
- Develop expertise in digital history, which is increasingly valued within historical and cultural institutions.
- Gain valuable technical skills that are in high demand across diverse industries.
- Prepare for a range of career options that leverage both traditional historical knowledge and modern computer science capabilities.
Other:
Partnerships with Internship Programs:
- List of partner organizations provided, including museums, historical societies, and archives.
- Internship opportunities may offer valuable work experience and contribute to building professional networks within the digital history field.
- List of student clubs and organizations related to computer science, history, and technology.
- Engagement in these activities provides opportunities for collaboration, skill development, and professional networking.
- Access to labs and facilities dedicated to data science and artificial intelligence research.
- Potential opportunities to participate in student research and scholarly endeavors.
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent: Applicants must have earned a high school diploma or equivalent from an accredited institution.
- Minimum GPA: A minimum GPA of 2.75 is required for admission.
- Prerequisite Courses: Applicants must have completed the following high school courses:
- 4 units of English
- 3 units of mathematics (including Algebra I and Geometry)
- 3 units of social studies
- 3 units of laboratory science
- 2 units of a foreign language
- Standardized Test Scores: Applicants are required to submit scores from either the SAT or ACT. The minimum SAT score is 1000 (out of 1600), and the minimum ACT composite score is 21.
- Additional Requirements for International Students:
- International students whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following:
- TOEFL score of 80 or higher
- IELTS score of 6.5 or higher
- Completion of an approved English language program
- International students may also be required to provide additional documentation, such as transcripts and financial statements.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- English Proficiency: As stated above, international students whose native language is not English must demonstrate English proficiency through one of the following:
- TOEFL score of 80 or higher
- IELTS score of 6.5 or higher
- Completion of an approved English language program
- Applicants are encouraged to submit a strong personal statement, letters of recommendation, and any relevant extracurricular activities or work experience.
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