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Use powerful computers with cutting-edge software tools to solve complex computational problems. Take advantage of an outstanding laboratory as you master a curriculum based on the Association for Computing Machinery's recommendations. In Nova Southeastern University’s B.S. in Computer Science program you’ll explore algorithms, software design and development, and take on real-world challenges.

NSU prepares you for a range of potential career paths. Go beyond coding to gain expertise on data structures, algorithms, architecture, database and information retrieval, human-computer interaction, numeral and symbolic computation, operating systems, programming languages, and software methodology and engineering. You’ll also work on practical projects and be challenged to bridge the gap between hardware and software issues. Upon completion of the program, you’ll have the computing skills every business and organization needs.

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). 

Why Should You Major in Computer Science at NSU?

Explore High Tech Career Opportunities

With a degree in computer science, you'll be ready to advance in government, higher education, and across the high-tech industry. Jobs in this industry are consistently ranked among the best in lists by U.S. News & World Report. In fact, “Software Developer” was ranked #1 in their “100 Best Jobs” list and “IT Manager” was ranked #13 in “Best Paying Jobs.”

Learn more about Career Preparation

Average Starting Salary

According to a 2020 report from PayScale.com, graduates with a bachelor’s degree in computer science make an average of $85,752 per year.

Shark Destinations

NSU Computer Science alumni go on to enjoy exciting and rewarding careers. You’ll find graduates at companies like Amazon, Modernizing Medicine, Citrix, Auto Nation, Ultimate Kronos Group, Robinhood, Adfone and Akamai.*

*Data provided by NSU’s Office of Career Development

During your undergraduate studies, you will get hands on experience through course and capstone projects. There are also amazing opportunities to join active, student-led organizations, such as NSU_eHACKERS ("e" stands for Ethical!). As a member of NSU_eHACKERS you can participate in activities such as hands-on preparations for ethical hacking exercises and attend guest lectures by industry leaders (e.g. CISOs), as well as government agents (e.g. FBI Special Agents, DHS agents, NSA agents, CIA agents, & US Army)..

Additionally, computer science majors enjoy highly sought-after internships as software developers, software engineers, business intelligence analysts, product developers and more at companies like Citrix, Professional Computer Solutions, Amazon, Envision Healthcare, Ryder System, Inc. Modernizing Medicine and Ultimate Kronos Group..

Learn more about Experiential Learning

Reserve your seat in one of NSU’s graduate or professional schools while you earn your bachelor’s degree. With NSU’s Dual Admission program, you don’t have to worry about competing with thousands of other students for a spot in a highly selective graduate program. This Premier Program gives you an opportunity to get a head start on your career, so you can start earning sooner.

Dual Admission Programs

Your NSU professors are dedicated to ensuring that you have a great academic experience. They regularly review the curriculum to make updates that give you an edge in today’s ever-changing world. As an NSU Computer Science major, some sample courses that you’ll be taking include Networks and Data Communication, Computer Organization and Architecture, Data Structures, Software Engineering and Advanced Computer Programming.

View Curriculum and Plans of Study

Computer Science Program Educational Objectives

 Graduates of the computer science program will:

  1. Apply analytical and technical skills, tools and techniques to define requirements, create designs, implement solutions, or conduct evaluations of computer software, hardware and systems.
  2. Communicate effectively, work well independently and provide significant contributions in team environments.
  3. Understand and apply professional standards of ethics, legal and societal responsibility and are knowledgeable of their impacts on computing.
  4. Continue to develop their computing knowledge and skills through advanced study and lifelong learning.

 

Computer Science Major Learning Outcomes

 By graduation, students in the computer science program are expected to have attained:

  1. An ability to analyze a problem and to identify computing requirements appropriate to its solution.
  2. An ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the discipline.
  3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences about technical information.
  4. An ability to make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles, and identify impacts on individuals and society.
  5. An ability to function effectively on teams to establish goals, plan tasks, meet deadlines, manage risk, and produce deliverables.
  6. An ability to apply theory in the design and implementation of computer-based solutions.
  7. An ability to reason about and explain computer-based solutions at multiple levels of abstraction.
  8. An ability to recognize the ongoing need for additional knowledge and to locate, evaluate, integrate, and apply this knowledge effectively.