If you want to succeed in computer science — today’s fastest-growing profession — then discover the opportunities waiting for you at St. John’s. Experts say 60 percent of all job growth over the next seven years will be in computer-related fields. You can prepare for these careers through St. John’s 120-credit Bachelor of Science Degree Program in Computer Science. Offered by our College of Professional Studies, the program combines solid academic theory with the practical skills and knowledge that are vital to businesses, culture, government and society. Students gain an in-depth understanding of computer architecture, languages and systems — areas vital for industry careers, graduate study or research in computer science. Computer Science Prepare for rewarding careers in such fields as programming, systems analysis, internet and database technologies, technical sales and consulting. Students also gain excellent preparation for graduate school in computer science, the decision sciences or business. Computer Science (Business Option) From major corporations to mid-sized agencies, today’s businesses demand computer professionals to serve as computer programmers for business applications, database administrators, business systems analysts and information technology managers. Computer Science (Cyber Security Systems Option) Students prepare to defend sensitive data as a computer system security analyst, cryptanalyst, application security consultant or information assurance engineer. Computer Science (Healthcare Informatics Option) Careers associated with this option include healthcare informaticians, healthcare software engineers, healthcare technology support specialists, and health information systems administrators. Computer Science (Networking and Telecommunications Option) Gain the knowledge and skills for information technology careers as a telecommunications analyst, network administrator or telecommunications programmer.

Career Outcomes The B.S. Degree Program in Computer Science prepares students to become life-long learners and successful professionals in the field by achieving these fundamental objectives: Knowledge of the physical and logical principles that determine how computers work. Proficiency in the basic mathematics employed in computer science. Ability to explain key logical constructs that underlie all computer programming. Differentiate among essential data structures used in computer programming, and explain how they work. Gain knowledge of algorithms and their role in computer science. Identify, explain and apply fundamental structured programming techniques. Apply mathematical concepts to technical problem-solving situations Utilize important data structures and associated algorithms in the development of computer programs. Develop computer programs using functional programming and object-oriented programming paradigms. Apply techniques of software validation and reliability analysis to the development of computer programs. Demonstrate the critical thinking and communication skills required in a technical environment. Acquire the knowledge, skills, experience and values to become lifelong learners able to obtain employment in a computer-related field or go on to graduate study.