Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Degree:
BS
Computer Science, Economics, and Data Science
Location:
Joint program between the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and the Department of Economics
Credits:
Varies
System:
3-1-3 Semester
Required Computer Science (or Related):
• 6.0001: Introduction to CS Programming in Python (6 units)
• 6.006: Introduction to Algorithms (12 units)
• 6.042J: Mathematics for CS (12 units)
• 6.046J: Design and Analysis of Algorithms (12 units)
• Fundamentals of Programming OR Introduction to Computational Thinking and Data Science (6-12 units)
• Microeconomics OR Microeconomic Theory and Public Policy (12 units)
• Undergraduate Advanced Research Seminar OR Communication (9-12 units)
• Economics, approved list (12 units)
• Economics Electives, approved list (36 units)
• Econometric Data Science (12 units)
• Introduction to Machine Learning (12 units)
• CS Networks OR Optimization Methods Elective, approved list (12 units)
Required Math:
• Linear Algebra (12 units)
• Statistical Methods in Economics OR Probability (12 units)
Required Science:
• Science (6 subjects)
• See "Other Requirements"
Required Engineering:
None
Other Requirements:
• Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (5-8 subjects)
• Unrestricted Electives (48-63 units)
• Additional coursework may be required (varies)
Subfield Required:
No
Type:
n/a
Options:
n/a
Double or Dual Major Option(s):
• Double majors possible on a case by case basis.
Related Majors:
• BS Computer Science and Engineering
Good to Know:
• This is an interdisciplinary program between economics and computer science.
University's Webpage for this Program:
Catalog Year:
2022
