Bachelor of Computer Science at Saint Louis University

Computer science is an exciting, rapidly developing field with vast influence on modern society. Computer science encompasses a broad range of theories and applications. Computer science is an excellent major for students going into many fields, including technology, business, medicine, and law, due to the emphasis on problem-solving skills.

The Department of Computer Science at Saint Louis University offers both a Bachelor of Arts and a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. The B.A. curriculum includes a broad liberal arts study and can be combined with a second major or minor in fields such as art, criminal science or psychology. 

SLU's accelerated master's program allows SLU undergraduate computer science majors to earn both a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in five years. Students combine a B.A. or B.S. in computer science with a master's degree in computer science, software engineering, artificial intelligence, or bioinformatics and computational biology.

Program Highlights

• A choice of engaging introductory courses, allowing students to better connect the application of computer science to their interests.
• Courses are taught in computer labs, allowing for hands-on learning.
• Small class sizes allow for rich student-faculty interactions.
• A curriculum that allows students to see the impact and application of computing throughout society.

1. Graduates will be able to analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
2. Graduates will be able to design, implement, evaluate and test a software system that meets a given set of computing requirements.
3. Graduates will be able to apply computer science theory, knowledge of computer systems and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.
4. Graduates will be able to communicate effectively to both professional and general audiences in both oral and written forms.
5. Graduates will be able to recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
6. Graduates will be able to function effectively as a member of a team in developing computing technology and solving technical problems.