Game development
Computer science is a fast-growing and ever-changing field that enables its graduates to pursue a vast array of careers. At SNC, you’ll use computer science to analyze complex problems, develop solutions that use various algorithmic techniques including artificial intelligence and create software that implements your solution.
Primary Major Credential
B.S.
Offered As
Concentration of computer science
You can tailor a computer science major to your interests by choosing one of the following concentrations: computer science, business information systems, game development (a Rize-supported program), or graphic design and implementation systems. Students can also pursue a secondary teacher certification in computer science.
*Courses Checklist:
CSCI 110 Introduction to Computer Programming
CSCI 205 Software Engineering and Elementary Data Structures
CSCI 220 Advanced Data and File Structures
CSCI 225 Machine Organization and Assembly Language
CSCI 234 Content and Systems Design (3 cr)
CSCI 235 Unity I: Working with Unity (3 cr)
CSCI 335 Unity II: Advanced Unity (3 cr)
CSCI 460 Senior Capstone (must be taken at SNC)
MATH 131 Calculus and Analytic Geometry 1
One of the following:
CSCI 150 Applications of Discrete Structures
MATH 250 Foundations of Mathematics
One of the following:
CSCI 321 Analysis of Algorithms
CSCI 323 Theory of Computation
One of the following:
CSCI 370 Introduction to Operating Systems
CSCI 373 Communications/Networks
Three-credit courses are online RIZE courses.
*This pathway is to be used as a guide. Refer to the Course Catalog for official degree requirements.
If there’s one thing that SNC professors and instructors have in common, it’s a passion for teaching and sharing their expertise. You’ll also find them dedicated to providing personalized guidance that supports your academic and career aspirations. Discover the distinguished scholars you’ll be learning from.
“I got to be an athlete, do interesting research and make a lot of friends. I was pushed to be better academically and socially. I got exactly what I was looking for.”
SNC computer science graduates are employed in many different fields and companies, and several go on to receive their master's degrees each year. Our SNC computer science alumni combine theoretical concepts with application, finding success as:
- Software developers
- Mobile application developers
- Project managers
- System analysts
- Database administrators
- Information security analysts
- Network administrators
- Data analysts
- Game developers
- Information technology architects
- Web designers
- Educators
If you’re considering graduate school after your undergraduate degree in computer science at SNC, we have an excellent track record for preparation and placement. Our graduates leave here ready for further studies. Alumni from our computer science division have pursued post-graduate work at:
- Indiana University
- Iowa State University
- University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
- University of Wisconsin-Madison
