Arizona State University Rob Walton College of Global Futures 26 courses 120 total credits
The 21st century is the century of complexity, and the Bachelor of Science in complexity science at ASU is the first comprehensive undergraduate program in the United States dedicated to mastering it. You learn to think across disciplines and apply computational tools to solve real-world problems. The curriculum blends complexity methods, advanced mathematics, and complexity understanding courses, developing practical skills in data analysis, Python programming, and agent-based modeling. Complexity science courses challenge you to explore the big questions: How can data and models guide better decisions? How do health, education, business and policy interact to shape specific outcomes? You can combine your degree with electives, a minor or a second major to focus on the areas that excite you the most. Through this program, you have the unique opportunity to intern at ASU's Decision Theater, where you can apply what you learn in class to real-world projects that model systems in industries like health care, transportation and energy.
| Total Credits | 120 credits |
Methods for Complexity Science
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CAS 201 | Scientific Programming with Python | 3 |
| CAS 301 | Data Analytics for Complexity Science | 3 |
| Total Methods for Complexity Science | 6 credits | |
Methods for Complexity Science - Upper Division Methods Electives:
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| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CAS 303 | Agent-Based Modeling for Complexity Science | |
| CAS 304 | Dynamical Systems Theory | |
| CAS 305 | Making Sense of Complex Data | |
| MAT 394 | Topic: Mathematical Methods and Data | |
| MAT 494 | Special Topics | |
| Total | 6 credits | |
Complexity Science Thinking
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CAS 200 | The Evolution of Complexity | 4 |
| CAS 302 | History and Philosophy of Complex Systems Science | 3 |
| CAS 363 | From Cells to Society: Understanding Complexity | 3 |
| CAS 406 | Directed Reading and Research in Applied Mathematics for the Life and Social Sciences | 3 |
| Total Complexity Science Thinking | 13 credits | |
Math for Complexity Applications
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| SOS 102 | Quantitative Reasoning for Sustainability | 3 |
| MAT 270 or MAT 265 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry I or Calculus for Engineers I | 3-4 |
| MAT 271 or MAT 266 | Calculus with Analytic Geometry II or Calculus for Engineers II | 3-4 |
Math for Complexity Applications - Option 1: CAS courses:
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| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CAS 253 | Introduction to Mathematical Tools and Modeling for the Life and Social Sciences | |
| CAS 254 | Introduction to Dynamics and Control in the Biological and Social Sciences | |
| Total | 6 credits | |
Math for Complexity Applications
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MAT 343 | Applied Linear Algebra | 3 |
| STP 280 | Probability and Statistics for Researchers | 3 |
| Total Math for Complexity Applications | 6 credits | |
Complexity Science Application Domains
Upper Division Related Area Choose courses in one or two disciplines related to complexity that are outside the School of Complex Adaptive Systems. Students must consult with an academic advisor in the College of Global Futures to obtain course approval. 12 credit hours
ASU 101 or College-Specific First-Year Seminar
ASU 101 or college-specific equivalent First-Year Seminar required of all first-year students.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CGF 101 | First-Year Student: Introduction to ASU and Your Academic Community | 1 |
| Total ASU 101 or College-Specific First-Year Seminar | 1 credits | |
First-Year Composition
All baccalaureate degree students must fulfill university graduation requirements, including a minimum of 120 credit hours, with at least 45 credit hours in upper-division courses. All undergraduate students must complete General Studies requirements. Mathematics Placement Assessment score determines placement in first mathematics course. Students should work with their academic advisor, and consider course prerequisites, in order to complete all degree requirements in four years. Minimum grade of C required in all MAT and STP classes; grade of B or better strongly correlated with timely graduation.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 101 | First-Year Composition | |
| ENG 102 | First-Year Composition | |
| ENG 105 | Advanced First-Year Composition | |
| ENG 107 | First-Year Composition | |
| ENG 108 | First-Year Composition | |
| Total First-Year Composition | 6 credits | |
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