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The rapid advances in computer technology in today’s highly technological society have resulted in a continuing demand for computer science graduates. The computer science professional applies the basic principles of computing and the latest technological advancements to solve problems in business, education, and government. Graduates may work as systems analysts who design solutions to specific problems, applications programmers who translate these solutions into software, or technical support professionals who resolve a wide range of problems related to computer applications and use. Other career possibilities are system administrators, computer network administrators, or systems programmers.
Admission Requirement
A student who wishes to declare the major of Computer Science under either the Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science must meet one of the following admission criteria:
- SAT - prior to March 2016: a score of 520 or higher on the Math section; or
- SAT - starting March 2016: a score of 550 or higher on the Math section; or
- ACT - an ACT math score of 22 or higher; or
- Prior completion ofMATH 99orMATH 1210, or equivalent.
Program Education Objectives
Within 5 years after graduation, the graduates of the Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science program at Bowling Green State University will have demonstrated their ability to:
- Advance their careers or pursue graduate studies in the highly dynamic and continually changing field of computer science or computing-related areas;
- Acquire new skills and master new technologies in order to successfully approach and solve real-world problems;
- Participate in and successfully complete both independent and collaborative projects.
Learning Outcomes
By the time of graduation, the students in the Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science program at Bowling Green State University are expected to be able to:
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
- Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
- Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
Transfer courses included in the major carry a maximum of three hours of credit per course.
Students with a minor or joint major in MATH need not complete the MATH courses listed in “Other requirements.”
Students are strongly encouraged to do an internship (fall, spring, or summer).
Cybersecurity Specialization: The rise in cyber threats and the increasing complexity of information security challenges have created a high demand for cybersecurity professionals. The Cybersecurity specialization equips students with a comprehensive skill set in protecting digital assets, detecting and mitigating cyber threats, and securing critical infrastructure. This specialization encompasses a wide range of topics, including network security, encryption, risk management, and ethical hacking, to prepare students for a dynamic and evolving field where safeguarding digital systems and data is of paramount importance. A student interested in the application of computer science to cybersecurity is required to take five specialization courses (i.e., CS 1310, CS 2310, CS 3210/IS 2310, CS 4310, and CS 4320/CS 4330) to complete the specialization.
BG Perspective (BGP) Requirements
Must complete at least 1 course in each of the following:
English Composition and Oral Communication
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Quantitative Literacy
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Must Complete at least 2 courses in each of the following:
Humanities and the Arts
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Natural Sciences - at least one Lab Science required
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Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Complete total required BGP credit hours by selecting courses from any of the above categories:
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University Requirements
Designated courses in Humanities and the Arts and the Social and Behavioral Sciences domains may be used to fulfill both the BGP requirement and one of the following university requirements:
Cultural Diversity in the US ____________
International Perspective ____________
Composition Requirement:
WRIT 1120
Total BGP Credits: Must be at least 36
Arts & Sciences Requirements (WLC)
World Languages and Cultures (_____ yrs of HS_______)
Consult the Undergraduate Catalog or the Arts and Sciences Student Handbook regarding approved course options in the different language and culture areas.
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Lab Science
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Multidisciplinary Component
Select from approved offerings, in consultation with an advisor and a faculty mentor. Four courses total, each with a different subject prefix. At least two courses at 3000/4000 level. Courses applied to the Arts & Sciences MDC may not be used to fulfill other Arts and Sciences degree requirements, nor may they be used to fulfill major, minor, BGP or other program requirements.
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CS Core Requirements
(30Hours)
- CS 2010 - Programming Fundamentals
- CS 2020 - Intermediate Programming
- CS 2190 - Computer Organization
- CS 3000 - Professional and Societal Issues in Computing
- CS 3060 - Programming Languages
- CS 3080 - Operating Systems
- CS 3350 - Data Structures
- SE 3540 - Introduction to Software Engineering
- CS 4390 - Network Architecture and Applications
- CS 4770 - Computer Science Capstone Experience
or
- SE 4770 - Software Engineering Capstone Experience
Cybersecurity Requirements
(15 Hours)
- CS 1310 - Fundamentals of Cybersecurity Awareness
- CS 2310 - Cybersecurity in Action: Technical Skills for the Digital World
- CS 3210 - Introduction to Software Security
or
- IS 2310 - Introduction to Cybersecurity Strategy
- CS 4310 - Computer and Network Security
- CS 4320 - Computer and Mobile Forensics
or
- CS 4330 - Network Security and Forensics
Additional Requirements
(9-15 Hours)
- MATH 1260 - Basic Calculus
or
- MATH 1310 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry
or
- MATH 1340 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry IA and
- MATH 1350 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry IB
- MATH 2220 - Discrete Mathematics
or
- MATH 3220 - Discrete Mathematics
- MATH 2470 - Fundamentals of Statistics
or
- MATH 3410 - Principles of Probability and Statistics
or
- BA 2110 - Business Analytics III: Descriptive Analytics and
- BA 2120 - Business Statistics
For Graduation You Will Need:
- 122 credit hours minimum.
- Minimum GPA 2.00.
- At least 30 credit hours of BGSU course work.
- 40 credit hours at the 3000/4000 level.
- Completion of all degree requirements, including the BG Perspective Core.
- A major, and if required, a minor, specialization or emphasis.
Any substitution or waiver of courses required for your major or minor programmustoriginate in the department/school offering the major or minor andmustbe approved by the College Office.
To ensure a timely graduation, see aCollege Advisorduring the semester prior to your intended graduation.
Remember to complete anApplication for Graduationby the end of the second week of classes during the fall semester or spring regular session, or by the end of the first week of the summer semester. For the specific dates, check your DARS. You may log onto MyBGSU to complete the online application. After the deadlines, you will need to complete an application in person in the College Office.
