印第安纳大学与普渡大学印第安纳波里斯联合分校

The informatics program integrates principles of computer science, information systems and design, psychology, and sociology in a curriculum tailor-made for the next generation of computing professionals, while allowing students to select an area of specialization where informatics knowledge will be applied, such as biology, human-computer interaction, or new media. Informatics students develop groundbreaking IT solutions with real-world value in business, health care, science, art, and entertainment.

Informatics is smart computing going beyond hardware and software. Informatics thinks big picture, building strong technical skills as well as understanding how we use technology to communicate, work, heal, play, and solve problems that are facing society and industry. It is a way to make a difference in the lives of others, so the focus of the program is on the social impact of computing - how people and technology connect.

Informatics majors learn to critically analyze various approaches to processing information and develop skills to design, implement, and evaluate the next generation of information technology tools. As a student in the Undergraduate Informatics program, you will use your knowledge to develop ground-breaking IT solutions with real-world value in business, health care, science, art, and entertainment.

Area of Specialization

An area of specialization is an integrated program of courses concentrating on the applications – and impact – of informatics within the context of another discipline. Choosing an area of specialization is required, and you may select from virtually any IUPUI program to best customize your degree to your career interests. The most popular specializations include:

• 3D Graphics and Animation
• Applied Data Science
• Biology
• Business
• Computer Information Technology
• Computer Science
• Data Studies
• Digital Humanities
• Game Design and Development
• Health Information Management
• Human-Computer Interaction
• Legal Informatics
• Media Arts and Science
• Pre-Med

Careers in Informatics

Job titles for informatics graduates include these and many more occupations:

• Business/System Analyst
• Product Manager
• Data Analyst
• Database Manager
• Information Manager
• IT Project Manager
• Information System Architect
• User Experience Designer
• Interaction Designer
• Usability Engineer