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Computer ScienceBachelor of Science (B.S.)

Learn the valuable skills and knowledge you need to design and develop tomorrow’s technology solutions.

Technology is the bedrock of today’s global economic and social foundation. Those that have fundamental system and programming skills will continue to be in high demand. With a focus on problem solving and programming, you’ll learn how to model and analyze problems, design solutions, and verify results with today’s most exciting technology innovations and technologies.

Program type:
Major
Format:
On Campus or Online
Est. time to complete:
4-5 years
Credit hours:
120

Why study computer science at UND?

Application Deadlines
Fall:
Aug. 17
Spring:
Dec. 15
Summer:
May 1

UND offers undergraduate programs that are truly unique with opportunities to:

  • Create web and mobile apps.
  • Develop computer animations and virtual reality systems.
  • Analyze imagery and data from unmanned and manned aircraft systems.
  • Influence the design of systems for aerospace.
  • Develop expertise in cybersecurity, big data, software engineering, information technology, computer animation, and game design.

The B.S. in Computer Science provides the strongest mathematical and scientific background. It is recommended for students who intend to pursue graduate studies or to seek employment involving technical or scientific applications of computing.

Online Computer Science Degree

The entire computer science degree program is offered 100% online. You’re not required to come to campus at any time. Our flexible online courses are designed to help you earn your computer science degree with minimal disruption.

Computer Science Program

  • The B.S. in Computer Science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.

  • Collaborate with engineering, aerospace, and medical students, as well as other disciplines.

  • Conduct research, develop software and manage systems for many schools and departments.

  • Flexible course offerings and specializations allow for a tailored educational experience.

  • Gain access to on-campus computing power: two computer labs, a set of diverse servers and a high-performance computing (HPC) system.

  •  For those who are Active Duty, this program is AU-ABC degree eligible.
     

Jobs in Computer Science

90%

Job placement rates are consistently above that level for UND computer science program graduates.

500 

Global leaders, including Fortune 500 companies, offer UND computer science program students internship opportunities: Digi-Key, HGST, IBM, Microsoft, Honeywell, Rockwell-Collins, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Mayo Clinic.

Graduates of the computer science program often go on to successful careers in today's fastest-growing and dynamic industries and sectors including gaming, mobile apps, social media, high-tech, telecommunications, software, security and more.

UND computer science graduates can expect a range of opportunities in careers like:

  • Software Engineering
  • Systems Analyst
  • Database Administrator
  • Computer Scientist
  • Computer System Engineer
  • Games Developer
  • Network Architect

When You Major in Computer Science

A Computer Science degree gives you the strategic skills you need, including:

  • Java (Programming Language)
  • SQL (Programming Language)
  • Hypertext Markup Language/HTML
  • C++ (Programming Language)
  • JavaScript (Programming Language)

UND Computer Science Major Alumni

Computer Science alumni have gone on to a variety of successful careers with:

  • Digi-Key Corporation
  • Rockwell Collins, Inc.
  • Amazon.com, Inc.
  • Altru Health System
  • Newscycle Solutions, Inc.

Computer Science Courses You Could Take

CSCI 230. Systems Programming. 3 Credits.

Focus on low level programming. Topics covered include pointers, memory management, dynamic memory, code optimization, compiling and linking, and library development. Weekly programming assignments. Prerequisite: CSCI 161 with a grade of C or better. F,S.

CSCI 242. Algorithms and Data Structures. 3 Credits.

Object-oriented implementations of complex data structures including lists, sets, trees, and graphs. Time and space analysis and classification of algorithms using upper bounds (big Oh), lower bounds (big Omega), and exact bounds (big Theta). Techniques for analysis of recursive algorithms including use of the "Master Theorem" for divide-and-conquer recurrences. Prerequisites: CSCI 161 with a C or better and MATH 208. F,S.

CSCI 451. Operating Systems I. 3 Credits.

Introduction to operating system theory and fundamentals. Topics include: CPU scheduling, memory management, file systems, interprocess communication facilities, security. Weekly homework assignments focus on process synchronization using fork/exe, threads, mutexes, pipes, semaphores, and shared memory. Prerequisites: CSCI 242 and CSCI 370; both with a grade of C or better. F.

CSCI 494. Special Projects in Computer Science. 1-3 Credits.

A course for advanced students. 1-3 credits varying with the choice of project. May be repeated (6 credits maximum). Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Repeatable to 6 credits. F,S.

CSCI 370. Computer Architecture. 4 Credits.

Computer structure, machine presentation of numbers and characters, instruction codes and assembly systems. Introduction to hardware methodologies and software extensions to hardware in computers. Some topics on hardware and software selection will be discussed. Prerequisites: CSCI 230 with a grade of C or better, EE 201, and EE 201L. S.

CSCI 363. User Interface Design. 3 Credits.

A study of the design and implementation of user interfaces for software applications. Students will apply principles of interface design to build applications using a toolkit of graphical interface components. Required coursework includes a team project. Prerequisite: CSCI 280 with a grade of C or better. F.

 

Computer Science at UND

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