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Metropolitan College

NOTE: This site is an archive of 2010–2011 programs and policies at 波士顿大学 Metropolitan College. If you are looking for current information about Metropolitan College and its programs, please go to our official website: www.bu.edu/met.

Welcome.

At 波士顿大学 Metropolitan College (MET), there are many paths to an enriching educational experience. But whether you’re taking night classes part-time at one of our campus locations, studying online, or combining both in one of our blended programs, one thing is certain: you’ll engage in a vibrant learning community and gain real-world, hands-on knowledge to help you achieve your personal goals and career objectives.

Metropolitan College offers a whole spectrum of choices, including more than 60 full- and part-time degree and certificate programs at the graduate and undergraduate levels, noncredit programs for professional and lifelong learners, international programs, and more.

Learn more about our programs by attending an information session, open house, or online webinar (visit www.bu.edu/met/info for dates and times).

Metropolitan College Programs:  An Overview

Undergraduate Degree Programs

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Bachelor of Liberal Studies (BLS)

Art History
English & American Literature
History
Interdisciplinary Studies
Philosophy

Bachelor of Science (BS)

Accelerated Degree Completion Program
Biology
Biomedical Laboratory & Clinical Sciences
Computer Science
Criminal Justice
Economics
Interdisciplinary Studies
Management Studies
Mathematics
Psychology
Sociology
Urban Affairs

Science & Engineering Program

A full-time, two-year undergraduate degree program. Please see the program section for more information.

Graduate Degree Programs

Candidates for admission to the master’s degree programs are selected on the basis of transcripts of academic experience, academic and personal references, and interviews. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. In most cases, all forms, transcripts, and references should be received by 波士顿大学 in July for students who wish to be considered for September admission and in November for January admission. In some cases, candidates can also be accepted in May and begin their coursework in the summer term. International students requiring an I-20 should apply at least three months prior to the semester they wish to begin to study.

Inquiries regarding the graduate programs and requests for applications should be directed to the individual programs. A common Application for Admission to these programs is available online at www.bu.edu/met/admissions, or can be requested from the appropriate department.

The following graduate degrees are available in classroom formats on campus:

Master of City Planning
Master of Criminal Justice
Master of Liberal Arts in Gastronomy
Master of Liberal Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies
Master of Science in Actuarial Science
Master of Science in Administrative Studies:
• Economic Development & Tourism Management
• Electronic Commerce, Systems & Technology
• Financial Economics
• Innovation & Technology
• Multinational Commerce
Master of Science in Advertising
Master of Science in Arts Administration
Master of Science in Computer Information Systems:
• Database Management & Business Intelligence
• Health Informatics
• Information Technology Project  Management
• Security
Master of Science in Computer Science:  Security
Master of Science in Telecommunication:  Security
Master of Urban Affairs

Undergraduate Certificates

Metropolitan College offers the opportunity for students who may or may not have bachelor’s degrees to concentrate on a small set of courses and earn a certificate. These certificates are awarded in a range of professional fields that help to promote skill development, career enhancement, and current professional knowledge. In many cases, these certificates may be integrated into degree programs. Undergraduate certificate applications are available online at www.bu.edu/met/admissions, or may be requested from Undergraduate Student Services at 617-353-2980. The following academic, credit-bearing undergraduate certificates are available in classroom formats on campus:

Biotechnology
Business Management
Clinical Research
Computer Science
Criminal Justice
International Business Management
Pre-Medical Studies (Post-Baccalaureate)

Graduate Certificates

Metropolitan College also offers several certificate programs designed specifically for students who already have bachelor’s degrees and appropriate prerequisites, and who wish to begin graduate study. For many students a graduate certificate is the first step toward pursuing a master’s degree. Metropolitan College graduate certificates integrate directly into existing master’s degrees, though acceptance to a certificate program does not guarantee acceptance to a degree program. To request a graduate certificate application, please contact the department directly.

The following graduate certificates are available in classroom formats on campus:

Advanced Information Technology
Applied Sustainability
Arts Administration
Cheese Studies
Culinary Arts
Database Management & Business Intelligence
Digital Forensics
Electronic Commerce, Systems & Technology
Financial Markets & Institutions
Food Studies
Fundraising Management
Health Informatics
Information Security
Information Technology
Information Technology Project Management
Interactive Multimedia & Game Engineering
International Marketing
Medical Information Security & Privacy
Project Management
Software Engineering
Software Engineering in Health Care Systems
Tourism Development
Web Application Development
Wine Studies

Graduate Diplomas

Banking & Financial Services
International Marketing

Blended Programs

By dividing coursework between traditional classroom interaction and innovative online sessions, the blended format (known as eLive) adds flexibility and provides a convenient alternative for those whose commitments or travel demands prohibit regular classroom attendance; those who live greater distances from Boston; and those who desire flexibility but do not wish to enroll in a course entirely online. Metropolitan College currently offers the following eLive programs:

Graduate Certificate in Digital Forensics
Graduate Certificate in Interactive Multimedia & Game Engineering
Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Project Management
Master of Science in Computer Information Systems

Online Programs

Metropolitan College, with the assistance of Distance Education, makes degree and certificate programs available worldwide through online delivery. These programs provide a unique degree of flexibility for students who maintain professional schedules or live in areas that would otherwise prevent them from pursuing higher education.

All Metropolitan College online degree and certificate programs carry the full accreditation of on-campus programs at 波士顿大学.

For further information about online learning at Metropolitan College, and for application processes, please visit www.bu.edu/met/online. Metropolitan College currently offers the following online programs:

Undergraduate Degree Completion Program
Graduate Certificate in Advanced Information Technology
Graduate Certificate in Database Management & Business Intelligence
Graduate Certificate in Digital Forensics
Graduate Certificate in Financial Markets & Institutions
Graduate Certificate in Information Security
Graduate Certificate in Information Technology
Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Project Management
Graduate Certificate in International Marketing
Graduate Certificate in Project Management
Graduate Certificate in Risk Management & Organizational Continuity
Master of Criminal Justice
Master of Science in Banking & Financial Services Management
Master of Science in Business Continuity, Security & Risk Management
Master of Science in Computer Information Systems:
- Database Management & Business Intelligence
- Information Technology Project Management
- Security
Master of Science in Health Communication
Master of Science in Insurance Management
Master of Science in International Marketing Management
Master of Science in Project Management

Brussels Campus

For over 35 years, 波士顿大学 in Brussels has brought the very best in American graduate-level education to the heart of Europe, attracting thousands of students from the U.S. and around the world. All classes are taught in English against the sophisticated backdrop of Brussels—an ever-growing, multicultural, and multilingual city.  The graduate programs in Brussels offer small class sizes, distinguished academic and professional faculty, and a unique blend of theory and real-world applications during a flexible schedule of evening classes.

For further information on the international graduate programs in Brussels, please call +32 (0)2 640 74 74; email brussels@bu.edu; or visit www.bu.edu/brussels/.

Students at 波士顿大学 in Brussels may pursue the following graduate programs:

Graduate Certificate in Human Resources
Graduate Certificate in International Relations
Graduate Certificate in Management
Graduate Certificate in Marketing
Graduate Certificate in Project Management
Graduate Diploma in Finance
Master of Arts in International Relations
Master of Science in Leadership

Abroad at BU

波士顿大学’s Abroad at BU is a continuation of the University’s long-standing commitment to international higher education. Through strategic alliances with educational partners worldwide, the Abroad at BU program offers industry-leading academic models, as well as access to the 波士顿大学 experience—exclusively for students from our international partner institutions.

The Abroad at BU team is responsible for the development and implementation of internationally oriented academic programs in Boston, as well as for fostering strategic collaborations with organizations abroad.

For more information about Abroad at BU, visit bu.edu/abroadatbu.

Corporate Programs

Student & Corporate Outreach facilitates partnerships with companies to provide educational opportunities for their executives and employees. These opportunities include: on-site delivery of degree programs, consultative services to assist with employee development opportunities, information sessions at the company site, and complimentary faculty lectures.

Companies partner with Metropolitan College to enhance employee skills, create incentives using existing tuition remission benefits, and empower the workforce with options that are aligned to the company’s training and development goals.

For information on corporate partnership opportunities, contact Student & Corporate Outreach at 617-353-6001, or email metcorp@bu.edu.

Graduate Military Programs

Metropolitan College offers degree programs at military facilities in North Carolina (MCAS Cherry Point and MCB Camp Lejeune/MCAS New River), Virginia (Henderson Hall), and Massachusetts (Hanscom Air Force Base). Master of Science programs in Computer Information Systems, Leadership, and Project Management are offered along with the Graduate Certificate in Project Management. Courses are open to military personnel, retirees, and their families as well as Department of Defense contractors.

For further information, please call the 波士顿大学 graduate center in North Carolina at 910-451-5574 or 252-447-5036; in Virginia at 703-614-1096; or in Massachusetts at 617-358-3095 or 781-377-3454. The military programs website is located at www.bu.edu/military/.

Non-Credit Programs

The Center for Professional Education (CPE) offers the following non-credit programs, specifically designed to meet the educational needs of professionals in a variety of industries. Programs are offered in both classroom and/or online formats. See Programs for more information.

Certified Management Accountant (CMA) Exam Preparation
Commercial Real Estate Certificate
Community, Legal & Medical Interpreting Certificates
Facilities Management Certificate
Financial Planning Certificate
Genealogical Research Certificate
Paralegal Studies Certificate
Professional Fund Raising Certificate
Professional Investigation Certificate
Publishing & Digital Media Certificate
Real Estate Finance Certificate
Real Estate Sustainability Certificate
Retirement Management Certificate

Lifelong Learning offers the following non-credit programs to the general public as well as professionals. See Programs for more information

Cheese Studies Certificate
Cooking Up Culture (for children)
Culinary Arts Certificate
Evergreen (for those over the age of 58)
Gastronomic Tours
Seminars in Food, Wine & the Arts
Wine Studies Certificates

Summer Term

Summer Term at 波士顿大学 offers more than 600 courses and special programs, spanning the University’s many schools and colleges. For course listings, registration procedures, and program information, please visit www.bu.edu/summer or contact the Summer Term office at 617-353-5124 or summer@bu.edu.