U-IVMCS-AB - Interdepartmental: Computational Media

The major includes 14 courses, 7 from Computer Science and 7 from Visual and Media Studies. On the Computer Science side, students must take 4 core courses from Computer Science 201, 230 or 330, 250, and a course on computer systems or 370 (Artificial Intelligence) or 371 (Machine Learning). In addition, 3 electives, which may consist of any COMPSCI course at the 200 level or above, with at most two Research Independent Studies. Two of those courses must be 300-level or above. Prerequisites include Compsci 101/102/116, Math 111, Math 112, or 100-level STA or higher. On the Visual and Media Studies side, requirements include VMS 202D: Introduction to Visual Culture; one Theories course, 327S: Theories of Visual Studies or LIT 328S: Media Theory, or an approved alternative; two AAHVS practice-based courses or approved alternatives at the 200-level or above; 3 additional 200+ VMS electives, including approved cross-lists; and one approved Technical Project Experience. All majors are also required to submit a Major Portfolio documenting their work.