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Jul 04, 2024
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2024-2025 Academic Catalog
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (Day)
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Students in Rivier’s Computer Science program acquire a conceptual understanding of computer systems and significant project experience in computing areas such as programming, networking, operating systems, software engineering, databases, and web development.
In this program, you will:
- Develop proficiency in programming, algorithms, data structures, and computer systems.
- Understand the application of software engineering principles in development, testing, and maintenance of software systems.
- Adapt to new technologies, programming languages, and methodologies.
- Understand global issues and cultural diversity in computing.
Concentrations in Data Science, Cybersecurity, Software Development, and Game Programming allow you to tailor your degree to your individual career interests and goals. A 4+1 program in Computer Science is also available at Rivier, providing students with a seamless transition into graduate studies and beyond.
Through the 4+1 program, students who receive their bachelor’s degree in Computer Science are able to pursue a Master of Science degree in Computer Science from Rivier in just one year through the University’s combined 4+1 BS/MS program.
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Core Requirements (39 credits)
Major Elective Requirements (21 credits)
Mathematics Requirements (14 credits)
General Education Requirements (42-45 credits)
Who am I and What is the World? Students explore these questions in their first year common core courses.
Associated with General Core
Who is My Neighbor? Students explore this question in their second and third years. (6 credits)
- ENGL 200 Literature, Art, and the Human Credits: 3
Students take one -200 level interdisciplinary course that addresses a basic human question from the perspectives of the literary, visual, and musical arts.
- HIST 203 Interactions: The West in the World I Credits: 3 or
- HIST 204 Interactions: The West in the World II Credits: 3
How Shall We Live? Students explore this question in their junior and senior years. (6 credits)
- Religion: Faith, Religion, and Social Justice Credits: 3
Students take one Religion course developed with this theme at its center.
- Philosophy: Ethics, Values, and Moral Choices Credits: 3
Students take one Philosophy course developed with this theme at its center.
What, then, Shall We Do? Students explore this question in their junior or senior year. (3 credits)
- Capstone: Justice and Global Responsibility Credits: 3
Students take one of a number of offerings under Justice and Global Responsibility. This seminar serves as the culmination of the Common Core. Informed by problem-solving pedagogy, this seminar enhances the student’s connection with the Catholic vision of the University by focusing on justice and global responsibility.
Area Distribution Courses: The Core Complement
Humanities and Social Sciences (6 credits)
- One course from: English, History, Modern Language, Philosophy, Religious Studies Credits: 3
- One course from: Economics, Geography, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology Credits: 3
Mathematics and Natural Sciences (6 credits)
- One course in Mathematics: MATH 112 College Algebra or above Credits: 3
- One course from: Computer Science, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, or Physical Science Credits: 3-4
Culture through Language (6 credits)
Students must demonstrate university-level introductory competency in a language other than English.
General Electives (minimum 7-9 credits)
Degree Requirements (minimum 120 credits)
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