Shape your future with an Undergraduate Degree or Certificate from Boston University.

(Offered on Campus)

BS in Computer Science

Preparing for rewarding, cutting-edge careers in software engineering, system administration, or research and development is the core focus of this program. It covers advanced computer science principles and analytical skills and the part-time evening format is perfect for working professionals who don’t want to put their life on hold. 

A BS in Computer Science from BU will equip you with:

• Advanced knowledge of programming languages (C++ or Java), database management or computer networks, operating systems, computer architecture, as well as web languages and software engineering.
• Proficiency in programming and web development.
• Competence sufficient to work on small and large programming projects.
• An understanding and ability to apply the values and principles of professional ethics.
• The ability to apply the principles of information security and assurance in a variety of contexts.
• Demonstrated skills in effective communication, teamwork, and leadership.
  

Computer Science Undergraduate Certificate
This 16-unit, on-campus certificate provides the core technical skills necessary to successfully join a professional C++ or Java development team. Earning this Boston University credential equips you with a foundational mastery of discrete mathematics, computer architecture, algorithms, and common data structures. Even better, the program provides students with the background required to seamlessly learn more advanced system architectures or move directly into BU MET’s software engineering certificate and Master of Science in Computer Science degree programs.

(Offered On Campus)

BS in Criminal Justice

Designed for building the skills to understand what drives criminal behavior and how society responds to it, this program tackles the real-world mechanics of policing, the courts, corrections, and social policy. The flexible, part-time evening schedule lets you earn your Boston University degree at your own pace without turning your daily life upside down.

A BS in Criminal Justice from BU will equip you with:

• Proficient knowledge of theoretical perspectives of crime causation and their implications and applications for public policy and practice.
• Specialized knowledge of content areas connected to domains within the administration of justice (law, policing, adjudication, and corrections) and specific crime- and justice-related social problems.
• A foundation for conducting, interpreting, and evaluating research designs, as well as the quantitative and qualitative analytical methods for understanding crime- and justice-related social problems.
• A capacity to recognize and analyze legal and ethical constraints, their implications for criminal justice policy and decision-makers, and the effect of justice policy and practice on diverse sets of values and groups in society.
• An ability to synthesize, evaluate, recognize implications, and communicate effectively using scholarly sources of information connected to crime theory and policy.

Criminal Justice Undergraduate Certificate
This 16-unit program provides a comprehensive and in-depth study of law enforcement, the judiciary, and corrections. By exploring these core areas, you will analyze the real-world mechanics of criminal procedure, modern police accountability, and structural models of rehabilitation. This focused curriculum serves as an impactful standalone credential to advance your career, while also functioning as a direct building block into BU’s full Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.

(Offered On Campus)

BS in Management Studies

This program provides a rigorous exploration of modern business operations and the overarching corporate environment. By blending state-of-the-art management theory with a foundation in the liberal arts, the curriculum teaches you how to navigate shifting market demands, while the flexible, part-time evening schedule lets you complete your education at your own pace.

A BS in Management Studies from BU will equip you with:

• A broad overview of the concepts, theories, and applications of management and liberal arts.
• The insights to be creative and flexible so as to generate and apply critical thinking.
• Preparedness to lead and manage in a wide range of employment scenarios.
• The analytical and non-analytical tools necessary to address a wide range of general management problems.
• The business skills and tools necessary to compete in a complicated, quickly changing global environment.

Business Management Undergraduate Certificate
This 16-unit program builds your proficiency in the basics of business practices to train you for a future in corporate leadership. Offered part-time on campus, you’ll study financial concepts, organizational behavior, and the social environment in which organizations operate. Earning this credential gives you a competitive advantage in the business environment and can be applied directly toward select BU MET degree programs. 

International Business Management Undergraduate Certificate
Steeped in international perspectives, this 16-unit on-campus program establishes an informed base of knowledge on how corporations operate in global markets. The coursework dives deeply into the environmental, economic, political, and social constraints of doing business abroad. By earning this certificate you’ll be equipped with a knowledge-base that prepares you for graduate business work in the future.

(Offered On Campus or Online)

BLS/BS in Interdisciplinary Studies

Forging your own academic path around a specific career ambition is the core focus of this program. Rather than following a traditional major, you will submit a formal application proposing ten upper-level courses from different departments that target your chosen theme or problem. Supported by a written rationale and sponsored by a faculty member, this rigorous, self-directed curriculum lets you build a highly personalized education in a convenient, part-time evening format designed for working professionals.

Metropolitan College’s Interdisciplinary Studies bachelor’s degree will equip you with:

• A broad understanding of the liberal arts (that may be considered complete in itself or as suitable preparation for graduate studies), along with college-level rhetorical acumen through exposure to the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, including mathematics and computer science.
• Critical thinking skills via analysis and synthesis of interdisciplinary material studied in the classical and contemporary liberal arts.
• Preparedness for active citizenship by means of a strong foundation in the liberal arts and an understanding of the connectedness of knowledge and learning.

Undergraduate Degree Completion Program
If you’re an undergraduate student who has already earned 40–80 transferable academic units, this unique, fully online, part-time curriculum—covering the social sciences, humanities, and natural sciences—was designed specifically for you. Completing the academic coursework that comprises this program leads to a Boston University Bachelor of Liberal Studies degree in Interdisciplinary Studies.

Metropolitan College’s Bachelor of Liberal Studies in Interdisciplinary Studies degree will equip you with:

• A broad understanding of the liberal arts (that may be considered complete in itself or as suitable preparation for graduate studies), along with college-level rhetorical acumen through exposure to the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, including mathematics and computer science.
• Critical thinking skills via analysis and material studied in the classical and contemporary liberal arts using the interdisciplinary study method of particular themes and disciplines.
• Preparedness for active citizenship by means of a strong foundation in the liberal arts and an understanding of the connectedness of knowledge and learning as an interdisciplinary phenomenon.