computer science & art

[joebruin]

<p>I'm trying to take DESMA (DESIGN | MEDIA ARTS) classes along with computer science. </p>

<p>However, BOELTER 6426 doesn't seem to like artsy classes so much. So, I'm thinking: should I make my own major? Or should I talk to the Dean of CS? Does he have the power to allow me to take art classes at DESMA?</p>

<p>Thanks!</p>

[grapesoda]

<p>I’m not sure you can make your own major, and I doubt the CS Dept. Chair will be able to help you much.</p>

<p>You can always take the classes for fun (ask the professor if there’s enrollment restrictions), but don’t expect them to count for anything.</p>

[sentimentGX4]

<p>

I haven’t found a major that combines my interests. Can I make my own major? </p>

<p>If you have some unusual but definite academic interest and there is no suitable major is offered you can create your own major. You must have completed at least three terms of work (a minimum of 45 units) at UCLA with a grade-point average of 3.4 or better. You are required to have your major approved by Honors and Undergraduate Programs Division and the assistance of a faculty adviser. The major itself must consist of at least 48 and no more than 60 upper division units, a majority of which must be in departments offering a major in the College. A senior thesis of at least 8 but no more than 12 units is required. For details about individual majors, contact the Honors Programs Office, A311 Murphy Hall.

college.ucla.edu/ask/ask_email/faqs/askans.htm</p>

<p>Yes, you can create your on major given some constraints and conditions.</p>

[grapesoda]

<p>The problem in this case is that the major contains Computer Science courses, and CS is within HSSEAS, not the College of Letters and Science. That might be a roadblock, but it’s probably worth looking into.</p>

[joebruin]

<p>Thank you guys!
I’m gonna go to Boelter 6426 to get this all sorted out.</p>