Computer Science Undergraduate Major (BA, BS, HBA, HBS)

Computer science is the study of algorithms and problem solving. These problems apply to every scientific, engineering, and mathematical field, making computer scientists relevant in every professional field today. A computer science degree at Oregon State can give you the skills to program a custom low level sensor board all the way up to coordinating cloud datacenters full of servers. Students can choose from one of the following: Applied Computer Science Computer Science Double Degree (online) Computer Systems The computer science undergraduate curriculum has the following objectives: Graduates of the program will have successful careers. Graduates of the program will continue to learn and adapt to a changing world. Applied Computer Science The Applied Computer Science option is for students who want to combine the study of computer science with an in-depth examination of a field in which computer science plays an important role. This option requires an approved program of study for each student. Students build their own program of study to include their choice of CS electives plus an Applied CS program. The Computer Science Undergraduate Curriculum Committee reviews these programs of study for approval. Existing OSU minors may be proposed for use both as an Applied CS program and as a minor. Computer Science Double Degree The Computer Science Double Degree option is for students who want to combine a bachelor’s degree in computer science with a bachelor’s degree in another field. Since computer science is relevant in so many diverse disciplines, students can obtain a computer science degree in combination with virtually any other degree. Those who already hold a bachelor’s degree BA or BS from an accredited institution can add to their existing skill set and enhance their job prospects by earning a computer science degree online from OSU. The program of study includes the core courses in computer science, and also includes courses at the leading edge of computing technologies, software design, web development, and mobile/cloud computing. Computer Systems The Computer Systems option is for students who want to take up computer science as a career and seek an in-depth understanding of computer science as an academic discipline. This option provides excellent preparation for those who plan to work for companies developing systems software or embedded systems. It also provides excellent preparation for those who plan to pursue an MS or PhD in computer science.