Artificial Intelligence Bachelor's Degree Program Launched at UC Santa Barbara
The University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) Department of Computer Science has launched a new artificial intelligence bachelor's program focused on mathematics, logic, and ethics. The program, which began in the fall of 2026, initially admitted 22 students.
The University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB) Department of Computer Science has launched a new artificial intelligence bachelor's program to adapt to technological advancements.
Approved by the UCSB Academic Senate in January 2026, the program was developed by Diba Mirza, Tevfik Bultan, and Divyakant Agrawal. The department, which began instruction as of the fall 2026 semester, offers students a curriculum based on mathematics, statistics, and logic.
Another notable aspect of the program is that it includes mandatory training on artificial intelligence ethics. Students undergo a comprehensive curriculum on topics such as fairness, bias, and privacy. UCSB has become the second UC campus to offer a bachelor's degree in this field, following UC San Diego.
The program, which started its first academic year with 22 students, aims to reach approximately 200 students by 2029.
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