May 10, 2024  
2023-2024 UMass Dartmouth Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2023-2024 UMass Dartmouth Undergraduate Catalog

Computer Science Minor


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The Computer Science minor is designed to enable students to develop an understanding of computer science as a discipline, its structure, methodologies, and trends. The minor prepares students to use computer technology as a tool to solve problems, and acquire a sufficient background in computer science to continue their study of the discipline independently. Furthermore, it gives students a sufficient knowledge in computer science to gain an advantage when entering the current job market.

Requirements


Complete the following courses with a grade of C or better:

Total credits: 22


University Policy on Minors


To declare a minor, the student must be a degree candidate and receive permission from the department offering the minor, as well as the college to which the department is attached. Requirements may vary by department and/or college. Prospective minors are encouraged to inquire and plan their minor early because the structure of requirements could necessitate the use of more than six semesters. Courses completed prior to formal declaration will count toward the minor program.

Minors consist of at least 18 credits, of which 9 credits must be at the upper division (300-400) level. A department offering a minor may establish other requirements beyond these minimal requirements. A minor must be completed at the time of the degree and will be so noted on the student’s transcript. A student cannot be readmitted to the University to complete only a minor.

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