The Computer Science major focuses on software design and development. Students learn several computer languages, such as Java and C++. These languages are then used by the student to design and program software systems to perform specific tasks. The Department of Computer Sciences offers both a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts. Individual and group programming assignments are found in the courses required for this major. The programs include programming languages, algorithms and data structures, software methodology and tools, and computer hardware. This foundation supports further hands-on study where students develop interactive graphics packages; build their own microcomputer from integrated circuit chips; learn about computational processes in artificial intelligence that model human knowledge and reasoning; and design and maintain large software projects. The Bachelor of Science degree program in Computer Science is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of the Computer Sciences Accreditation Board, a specialized accrediting body recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. Students who complete this program will obtain a significant degree of technical competence and breadth of exposure to segments of the discipline and will supplement their program with courses from mathematics and science. This degree requires 43 semester hours of computer science courses. The Bachelor of Arts degree program is appropriate for students who have an interest in Computer Science, but wish to pursue another major (or minor) course of study as well. This program is especially attractive to students who wish to study both mathematics and computer science, or for students who want to focus on computer applications in business, education, the arts, or other areas. This degree requires 27 hours of computer science courses.

Computers have become an essential tool in everyday life. From teaching programming to explaining computational problems, Mercer's Department of Computer Science prepares students to become the leaders in the field of technology. Any one of these majors prepares one to enter the technical job market or to continue studies at the graduate level. Graduates quickly find jobs as: Programmer analysts Network administrators Graphics and game developers Graduate studies