Computer Science - Bachelor's Degree Program

Computer Science and Computer Information Science Bachelor’s Degree Program Overview

Rooted in the Catholic tradition, the bachelor’s degree programs in computer science and computer information science at Franciscan University of Steubenville in Ohio build a strong technical and ethical foundation of knowledge and skills for a variety of jobs in computer science and computer information science. Through hands-on projects, relevant course work, and small class sizes, you’ll learn how technology works and how people use it in order to design, make, and maintain computers while respecting the dignity of the human person. Explore topics such as web programming with databases, nursing informatics, software engineering, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.

What is computer science or computer information science?

As a computer science major at Franciscan University, you’ll build a foundation in applying computing to mathematics, statistics, and operations research while studying in depth the operation, design, and use of modern computer hardware and software systems. Following guidelines set by the Association for Computing Machinery, the curriculum includes math, economics, English, and a senior thesis.

As a computer information science major at Franciscan University, you’ll study hardware and software operations, as well as business operations, to help companies and organizations get the most out of their technology. Following guidelines set by the Association of Information Technology Professionals, the curriculum includes accounting, business administration, math, English, economics, and a senior thesis.

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