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Computer Science, B.S.


Be at the forefront of a rapidly-growing industry and on the cutting-edge of technology.

According to U.S. News, careers in computer science are among the best in the nation.

Courses are a mix of small assignments and larger team projects that focus in areas of computational science, operating systems, programming languages, computer architecture, system analysis and design, network security, data analytics, machine learning and artificial intelligence.

If you attended Catawba Valley Community College and obtained a degree in information technology, you may be eligible to transfer directly into this program.

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Lenoir-Rhyne University's Computer Science program offers a rigorous curriculum designed to challenge motivated students and foster critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, problem-solving and effective communication. The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Computer Science prepares students for careers in business, industry, education and for graduate study in computer science, information systems and related fields. The program combines core instruction in science and mathematics with business-oriented applications, while offering flexibility through electives that allow students to focus on theoretical computer science or information systems. Coursework includes foundational topics such as algorithms, programming, computer systems design and computing applications in business and management. Graduates enter a dynamic and expanding field with diverse career opportunities, including: Software Engineering, Programming, and Development, Systems and Database Analysis and Administration, Computer and Network Engineering, Web and Application Development, Quality Assurance, Software Testing and Cybersecurity.

NOTE: For students wishing to double-major in Computer Science and Information Technology, required courses for both majors must be satisfied, and at least 15 unique credit hours must be earned in the second major.

Honors

Students majoring in Computer Science who are judged qualified by the faculty may, upon invitation, elect to pursue honors work in Computer Science. To graduate "With Honors in Computer Science" students must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 and a minimum major GPA of 3.2. In addition, they must complete twelve credits of honors work in Computer Science, including an acceptable senior project, complete an original thesis to be submitted for approval of the faculty, and pass an oral defense of the research.

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