Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
What skills will you gain with a BS in computer science?
- Analytical skills to enable you understand complex problems in computer science
- Creativity and problem-solving skills to solve complex problems in a systematic and logical manner
- Critical-thinking skills to work on projects utilizing a variety of methods with the ability to quickly assess solutions
- Resilience in the coding and troubleshooting process as different elements are applied until the best solution is found
In the BS in computer science program, you will also:
- Study advanced programming concepts including C, C#, UNIX, database design, networking and operating systems
- Apply theory in the design and implementation of computer-based solutions
- Enhance your ability to effectively communicate technical information to a wide range of audiences
- Learn to make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles
- Develop teamwork skills in order to establish goals, meet deadlines, manage risk and produce deliverables
- Elevate reasoning skills in explaining computer-based solutions at multiple levels of abstraction
- Research, design, develop, implement, present and defend a major senior project
Internship Opportunities
Gaining hands-on industry experience is integral to the computer science program at Sacred Heart. Our students have completed internships in software engineering, programming, web development, IT service management, product configuration, network engineering and more with employers such as:
- IBM
- Vineyard Vines
- Lockheed Martin: Sikorsky
- NBCUniversal
- OWL Cyber Defense
- Prudential
- MetLife
- Eversource
- Dell Technologies
- Flagship Networks
- UBS
Career Outcomes
Employment in computer and information technology occupations is projected to grow 13 percent from 2020 to 2030, faster than the average for all occupations, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Sacred Heart's BS in computer science will prepare you for a career as a:
- Computer software engineer
- Analyst
- Programmer
- Database administrator
- Systems architect
- DevOps engineer
How much can I make with a bachelor's in computer science?
- Computer Research Scientists: $126,830
- Software Systems Developers: $110,140
- Application Software Developers: $106,710
- Computer Systems Analysts: $93,730
- Computer Science Teachers: $89,610
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