Computer Science (BA)
Saint Charles, USA
DURATION
4 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
USD 9,550 / per semester *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Introduction
Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science. If you are seeking in-depth knowledge of computer systems and the software that runs and controls them, the Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science is for you. B.A. Computer Science majors are generally concerned with the development and use of computer software for non-science, non-engineering-based domains, such as computer animation for example. The B.A. in Computer Science requires the completion of 53 credit hours of coursework in computer science, mathematics, and physics, in addition to the general education requirements. All computer science core and elective courses take a hands-on approach using the computer to create solutions to problems or to illustrate concepts. Students pursuing this degree often minor in other disciplines outside of science and mathematics.
Career Opportunities
| 27% Higher Income | 93% Success Rate |
| Our graduates have a 27% higher income than the national median 10 years after enrolling. Source: US Department of Education's College Scorecard/ Department of Treasury 2018. | Investing in a Lindenwood education sets you up for success. 93% of Lindenwood graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate programs within 6 months of graduation. |
Computer science graduates can expect work in jobs as diverse as the design and development of commercial computer systems, the creation of computer graphics and simulation programs, and the design of cyber security systems to prevent unauthorized access to an organization's data. The role of the computer industry has always been one of leadership in both science and commerce. Computerization includes such fields as online educational systems, computerized navigation systems, scanner-based retail inventory systems, and computerized monitoring of critical systems such as power plants, air traffic control systems, and national defense operations. Computer science graduates have provided the nation with technical edge to succeed in the global marketplace of ideas and innovations. The computer science industry has expanded into such diverse fields as virtual reality training, robotic exploration, and telecommunications. Career opportunities following graduation include: Data scientist, data analyst, information systems manager, IT consultant, IT technical support, cyber security analyst, application analyst, and more.
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Curriculum
Major Coursework
23 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- COM 11000 Fundamentals of Oral Communication
- CSC 14400 Computer Science I
- CSC 24400 Computer Science II
- CSC 28500 Applied Discrete Structures
- CSC 36000 Data Structures and Algorithms
- CSC 43000 Senior Project
- MTH 24100 Statistics for Natural Science
Intro to Computer Science Coursework
3 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- CSC 10011 Introduction to Computer Science: Python
- CSC 10022 Introduction to Computer Science: Javascript
Elective Coursework
27 credit hours of coursework from the following options:
- AAD 36100 Web Design - User Experience I
- AAD 36200 Web Design - User Experience II
- AAD 36300 Web Design - User Experience III
- AAD 42400 Applications for Mobile Devices
- CSC 30500 Principles of Database Systems
- CSC 34400 GUI Application Design
- CSC 35500 Computer Systems I
- CSC 40500 Computer Graphics
- CSC 40800 Organization of Programming Languages
- CSC 44700 Project Management and Practice
- CSC 45100 Cooperative Education in Computer Science I
- CSC 45111 Internship
- CSC 45200 Cooperative Education in Computer Science II
- CSC 45211 Internship
- CSC 45500 Computer Systems II
- CSC 48000 Telecommunications and Computer Networking
- DSCI 30100 Data Analysis with R
- DSCI 35600 Machine Learning
- GAM 30120 Level Design
- MTH 28500 Introduction to Mathematical Proof Writing
- MTH 35100 Numerical Methods
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