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Program Facts
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Degree
Bachelors
Major
Computer Graphics | Computer Science | Web Design
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The BS in Computer Science and Design at the University of Illinois Chicago combines computer science fundamentals with design principles. Students develop skills in programming, data structures, and algorithms, while also exploring typography, design history, and integrative design. The program prepares graduates for careers in fields such as software development, user experience design, and data visualization. Admission is competitive, and students must meet higher standards than the minimum GPA requirement.
Program Outline
Outline:
First Year (31 Credit Hours)
- Fall Semester (15 credit hours): Prerequisite design, computer science, and math coursework.
- Spring Semester (15 credit hours): CS Data Structures, DES Typography II, DES Integrative Design II, Understanding the Individual and Society General Education Course.
Third Year (33-34 Credit Hours)
- Fall Semester (17 credit hours):
- IE Probability and Statistics for Engineers
- DES Integrative Design III
- AH World History of Art and the Built Environment I
- DES Design Seminar
- Understanding U.S. Society General Education Course
- Spring Semester (16-17 credit hours):
- CS elective
- CS Creative Coding
- DES History of Design II: 1925 to the Present
- DES Integrative Studio Project
- Math/Science Elective
Fourth Year (26-28 Credit Hours)
- Fall Semester (13 credit hours):
- CS Technical Elective
- Professional Practice Track Course 1 (various options like DES Professional Practice Project I)
- Exploring World Cultures General Education Course
- Spring Semester (13-14 credit hours):
- CS elective
- CS Technical Elective
- Professional Practice Track Course 2 (various options like DES Professional Practice Project II)
- Understanding the Past General Education Course
Other:
- Admission to the program is selective and competitive with higher standards than the minimum grade point average requirement.
- Transfer students can enroll in summer offerings of prerequisite courses to enter the program in the fall semester.
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Admission Requirements
Entry Requirements:
BS in Computer Science and Design
In order to be considered for admission to the BS in Computer Science and Design, students must have:
Academic Requirements:
- Math/Science GPA: At least a C in all of the following courses, with an average math/science GPA of 2.50/4.00:
- ENGR 100: Engineering Success Seminar (1 hour)
- MATH 180: Calculus I (4 hours)
- MATH 181: Calculus II (4 hours)
- CS 111: Program Design I (3 hours) (or CS 112 or CS 113)
- CS 141: Program Design II (3 hours)
- CS 151: Mathematical Foundations of Computing (3 hours)
- Design GPA: At least a B in the following courses, with an average design GPA of 3.00/4.00:
- DES 150: Digital Media Design I (4 hours)
- DES 160: Design Photography (4 hours) (or DES 170: Color Theory)
- English: B in the following courses:
- ENGL 160: Academic Writing I: Writing in Academic and Public Contexts (3 hours)
- ENGL 161: Academic Writing II: Writing for Inquiry and Research (3 hours)
- Good Standing: Applicants must be in good standing, not on academic probation or undetermined status.
Additional Notes:
- Admission to this program is selective and competitive, and admissions standards are higher than the minimum grade point average requirement.
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