B.S. in Computer and Data Science
University of Saint Joseph
Key Information
Campus location
West Hartford, USA
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
4 years
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
USD 21,025 / per semester *
Application deadline
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* full-time
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Introduction
Learn the analytical and technical skills needed to prepare you for a career in a growing industry
The Computer and Data Science program is designed to prepare students for employment in both computer science and data science. This combination of skills is highly attractive to employers who are increasingly inclined to use data-driven and evidence-based decision-making. As a Computer and Data Science major, students will combine coursework and internship experience to gain practical skills in areas such as computer programming, application development, data analysis, data mining, and machine learning, which will give them a competitive edge in the job market.
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Curriculum
Advantages
Learn fundamental computer and data science skills that employers are looking for upon graduation. Gain hands-on experience with research and internships. Preparation for a wide range of careers or graduate school programs.
Upside-Down Curriculum
Jumpstart your career
Complete the majority of your required courses in your first 21 months!
Traditionally, you take your general education courses before you dive into your field of study. With the 21-Month Upside-Down Curriculum, jump right into your field of study classes! Students complete the majority of the required courses for Computer and Data Science in the first four semesters while working in USJ’s Information Technology (IT) department. Within 21 months, you will be ready to enter the workforce full or part-time while finishing General Education and Capstone requirements.
In the first 21 months, students will complete courses in programming, data mining, database design and development, data analysis, machine learning, and web application development, and work in the USJ IT department for up to 19 hours per week during the term and up to 29 hours during session breaks.
Possible courses taken in your first 21 months:
- MATH165 Discrete Math I
- COMP110 Programming I
- First Year Seminar I
- ENGL104 The Art of Effective Writing I
- COMP310 Database Design & Dev.
- COMP255 Data analysis with R
- COMP220 Data Structure
- COMP265 Python Programming
- MATH270 Discrete Math II
- COMP150 Programming II
- MATH110 Elementary Statistics
- First Year Seminar II (1 credit)
- COMP250 Introduction to Data Mining
- COMP330 Algorithm Analysis
- COMP420 Machine Learning
- COMP440 Web Application Development
Program Outcome
- Develop strong problem-solving abilities;
- Demonstrate strong programming skills, including proficiency with at least two programming languages and familiarity with current software development tools;
- Demonstrate proficiency in performing data analysis and data mining tasks including the selection of the most appropriate algorithms and software tools;
- Design and create databases and use them in applications;
- Demonstrate the ability to design, build and evaluate software packages utilizing theories of design and the appropriate data structures and algorithms;
- Communicate technical concepts and information in a clear, concise, meaningful way, both verbally and in writing.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computer and Data Science program will have the necessary skills and industry insights to continue on to graduate school or pursue a wide range of careers as software engineers, programmers, system analysts, application developers, computer science educators, computer and information systems managers, data scientist/information scientists, data engineers, data architects, business intelligence analysts, database administrators, and more.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Computer and Data Science careers listed above have median income salaries ranging from $89,000-$120,000 per year.