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Combined majors blend requirements from 2 departments. You'll gain in-depth knowledge of 2 disciplines and graduate with a combined degree. These 4-year Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degrees apply the knowledge gained from computer science courses to another subject area, such as music or psychology.

Geomatics - Geography & Computer Science

Interested in customizing geographic technology? Combine geography and computer science in the field of geomatics. Study GPS, satellite imagery, remotely sensed data, GIS and visualization tools. Learn how to collect, process, analyze and display data and use maps to improve our world.

Contact the Geography advising team if you have any questions.

Full program details—Geomatics

Program requirements—Geomatics

How to apply—Geomatics

Computer Science & Health Information Science

Interested in the technical aspects of our health care systems? Health information science bridges the worlds of health care, management and technology. Develop and manage the latest health information technologies. Learn how to build healthcare systems that are usable, secure and efficient. 

Contact the Health Information Science advising team if you have any questions.

Full program details—Computer Science and Health Information Science

Program requirements—Computer Science and Health Information Science

How to apply—Computer Science and Health Information Science

Computer Science & Mathematics

Combine mathematics and computer science to learn fundamental skills in both disciplines. Use math as a tool in computing and use computer skills to solve mathematical problems. Bridge the gap between theory and practice. Learn skills to be successful in both industry and academia.

Contact the Mathematics and Statistics advising team if you have any questions.

Full program details—Computer Science and Mathematics

Program requirements—Computer Science and Mathematics

How to apply—Computer Science and Mathematics

Music & Computer Science

Are you interested in the intersection of music and technology? In this combined major, you'll learn from music faculty and computer scientists and work alongside professional recording engineers. Use technology to explore new styles and formats of music.

Study towards a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in this program.

Contact the Fine Arts advising team if you have any questions.

Full program details—Music and Computer Science

BFA program requirements—Music and Computer Science

BSc program requirements—Music and Computer Science

How to apply—Music and Computer Science

Physics & Computer Science

Deepen your understanding of the physical world and computer systems. Engage with the physics that underlie all natural sciences. Develop your critical-thinking ability. Graduate with skills that will apply to a wide range of careers.

Contact the Physics advising team if you have any questions.

Full program details—Physics and Computer Science

Program requirements—Physics and Computer Science

How to apply—Physics and Computer Science

Psychology & Computer Science

Discover the relationship between psychology and computer science. Use psychology to design better digital interfaces. Work with artificial intelligence. Explore different ways of explaining human behaviour. Learn how to develop computer systems based on neural models.

Contact the Psychology advising team if you have any questions.

Full program details—Psychology and Computer Science

Program requirements—Psychology and Computer Science

How to apply—Psychology and Computer Science

Visual Arts & Computer Science

Apply the skills used in visual arts to computer science. Learn how you can combine drawing, painting, sculpture and photography with technology. Study extended media and video art. This unique degree will give you skills that you can apply far beyond the artistic community.

Study towards a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in this program.

Contact the Visual Arts advising team if you have any questions.

Full program details—Visual Arts and Computer Science

BFA program requirements—Visual Arts and Computer Science

BSc program requirements—Visual Arts and Computer Science

How to apply—Visual Arts and Computer Science