All courses necessary for the study of Informatics are offered at the University of Michigan. It may, however, be useful to explore your interests in mathematics, computer programming, statistics, and social science.

There is a growing need for professionals who have not only first-class technology skills but also a larger, humanistic view that is useful in the development and deployment of technology that serves human needs. The concentration (major) in Informatics prepares students for a range of information-related roles in business, education, government, industry, and non-profit organizations and a range of graduate and professional programs. The information technology job market continues to be very strong. Many recruiters who come to the University of Michigan seek students with precisely the ideals and skill sets the Informatics program provides, including interdisciplinary understanding of information systems, human-technology interaction, data analysis, and more.