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B.S. Computer Science.
Course Type: Undergraduate
Career Path: IT
Course Category: BS
Information:
Students in this major are focused on making the computer system perform at its highest level. They will become proficient in programming and in understanding the best uses of the machine.
These individuals will become the IT professionals who keep the infrastructure running. They will be qualified to create new systems, as well as having the skills to maintain and update older systems.
Graduates from this program will be versatile professionals who can solve problems that would jeopardize an organization; they will form the backbone of the internal IT staff.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
• Students will demonstrate critical thinking skills in the field of computer science.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to solve problems related to the program content.
• Students will demonstrate an understanding of the concepts and principles of software systems.
• Students will analyze, design and document a system component using appropriate computer science techniques and models.
• Students will make a formal presentation of a software system project including the demonstration of a working application.
• Students will demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of advanced software development techniques.
KNOWLEDGE AREAS
The Computer Science degree programs at Webster University equip students with the knowledge to become professionals who help optimize the performance of computer systems and networks.
Computer science majors and minors study the following:
• Programming
• Operating Systems
• Telecommunications
• Data Base Administration
• System Security
• Computer Mathematics & Logic
• Systems Analysis & Design
• Decision Support
INTERNSHIPS
Webster University has established strong alliances with many organizations and companies in the computer science industry. Students are encouraged to explore the available internship opportunities to get hands-on IT experience while gaining realworld business experience. Recent computer science graduates now work at companies such as Boeing, Monsanto, Maritz, Scottrade, Edward Jones and Anheuser-Busch.
Course Requirements:
•Signed Application Form
•Proof of English Proficiency:
– TOEFL: PBT 550 | iBT 80
– IELTS: 6.0
– Pearson: 53
•High School Transcript
•Essay: 300-500 word essay on a topic of your choice OR Curriculum Vitae (CV)
•One Letter of Recommendation
•Certificate of Finance showing *
•Copy of Passport ID Page
•Official University/College Transcripts (for Transfer Students)
•Some programs have additional entry requirements. Please contact your advisor for more information.
Course Duration:
4 years (128 Credit Hours)
Online: No
Campus Based: Yes
Increasing and Diversifying Faculty International Opportunities.
Faculty have multiple opportunities through mobility, Messing Award and Faculty Research Grant programs.Several programs continue to diversify ways Webster faculty from throughout the network can teach in international settings and reach new students.
Thus far in 2016, the faculty mobility program has enabled faculty to teach at several international locations, including multiple sites in China and Thailand, plus Geneva, Florence, Leiden and St. Louis. Of note, nine faculty members – from Leiden, Geneva and six U.S. states – traveled to Ghana to teach in business or international relations at the campus in Accra. In St. Louis this fall are three visiting faculty members from Vienna, Geneva and Havana.
