Computer Science (B.S.)

Launch a career in technology with this software engineering-focused degree program and explore the spectrum of AI and emerging technologies.

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Computer Science (B.S.)

Program Type: Bachelor's
Degree: B.S.
Department: Computer Science
College: College of Computing
Program Location: On Campus
Contact Us: computerscience@illinoistech.edu
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Customize Your Academic Journey and Gain Essential Software Engineering Foundations with Illinois Tech’s B.S. in Computer Science

Build a strong foundation in software engineering and explore cutting-edge areas of artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. Become equipped with industry-aligned experience and the hard and soft skills needed thrive in the quick-shifting world of computing through internships and research opportunities in the heart of Chicago’s tech hub, just minutes from campus, with a B.S. in computer science from Illinois Tech.

Program Overview

Gain a strong foundation of the key principles and practices in design, development, and deployment of high-quality software solutions in this software engineering-focused degree program. Stay ahead of the curve with courses in cutting-edge, in-demand topics dominating the computer science field such as data science, distributed and cloud computing, information security, or information and knowledge management systems. Learn how tools in artificial intelligence and machine learning have accelerated the field.

Career Opportunities

Prepared for a variety of high-tech careers:

Software engineer
Web developer
Data scientist

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CS 495-02 Introduction to Human-Computer Interaction: This course explores the dynamic field of human-computer interaction. Students learn the complete design process, from user research to prototyping, and apply it to cutting-edge interfaces such as augmented reality/virtual reality and artificial intelligence. Students will develop essential skills in user-centered design and explore the ethical considerations of technology.
CS 495-01 Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing: Students will gain a comprehensive understanding of cybersecurity with this course in ethical hacking. They will learn to identify vulnerabilities and defend systems using real-world tools and techniques. Topics covered include penetration testing, incident response, and the latest defensive strategies in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity.
CS 495-02/595-02 Augmented and Virtual Reality: Delve into the world of augmented reality/virtual reality technologies. This course covers both the technical foundations of headset design (tracking, rendering, and displays) and the psychological impact of immersive experiences. Students develop their own AR/VR projects and explore the future of this exciting field.

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Admission to all undergraduate programs at Illinois Tech is evaluated via a holistic approach that takes various factors under consideration, including your high school performance and essays. Your choice of major will impact this process as well, because each major has its own criteria for admission.

To learn more about our admission selection process, recommended high school coursework, and our admitted student profile, please visit our admission website.

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science degree is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET

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