Program Overview

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science-Combined program at the University at Albany is designed to help students achieve their goals in computer systems design or research, or pursue graduate programs in computer science.

Program Highlights

• Develop a commitment to professional and ethical computer science standards as well as a devotion to the life-long learning of new trends in computing, information, and technologies
• Experience computer science in the work environment through internships and co-ops
• Tackle global and societal issues with diverse and exceptional faculty who are passionate about advancing both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of computer science
• Receive personal attention through academic and career advisement
• Explore a wide range of courses and programs outside of computer science in humanities, social science, music and the arts
• Engage in the University’s Honors College
• Save on tuition compared to that at most private universities

Career Outlook

The U.S. Department of Labor projects an 11 percent growth in employment of computer science graduates by 2024, the highest rate of all occupations. As computer science careers exist in manufacturing, finance, service, sales, health care, retail, government and more, you can pursue your interest in almost any industry.

Potential Job Titles

• Systems Engineer
• IT Project Manager
• Computer/Network Security Consultant
• Software Developer
• Application Programmer
• Business Intelligence Analyst
• Computer Systems Programmer
• Computer Security Specialist

Accelerated Undergraduate/Graduate Options

You can save time and money by beginning your graduate degree coursework while still enrolled as an undergraduate student. Up to 12 academic credits, billed at the undergraduate rate, will count towards both degrees – so you’ll complete your combined program in only 5 years and spend less than you would if you completed each program separately. Choose to combine your Computer Science undergraduate degree with the following graduate programs:

MS in Computer Science

This master’s program provides advanced knowledge of computer theory and technology, with hands-on experience in areas such as intelligent systems, information security, software engineering, computer networks and data mining.

MS in Information Science

This ALA-accredited master's program covers a broad range of interdisciplinary topics related to library science, information processing, information management and data analysis.

Institutional Accreditation

UAlbany is fully accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Academic Program Accreditation

The BS in Computer Science-Combined program is accredited by the ABET Computing Accreditation Commission.

Program Objectives, Outcomes and Enrollment Data

Program Education Objectives

Graduates of the Computer Science-Combined program are expected to:

• Establish themselves professionally, whether being employed as a computer scientist, pursuing an advanced degree, or following another career path of their choosing.
• Advance professionally through life-long organized training and/or self-learning; and
• Become socially responsible and exercise ethics, striving to apply science in service to society.

Student Outcomes

The Student Outcomes for the Computer Science-Combined program are:

• Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
• Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
• Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
• Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
• Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
• Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions

Enrollment and Graduation Data

View an accessible version of Table D-1 - Computer Science Program Enrollment and Graduation Data

Minors

Build competency in a passion or strengthen your resume. A minor consists of 18–24 graduation credits which must include a minimum of 9 graduation credits of advanced coursework at or above the 300 level. Most undergraduate degrees require completing a minor and it has to have a different title from your major.

• Acting
• Africana Studies
• Anthropology
• Art
• Art History
• Atmospheric Science
• Bioethics
• Biology
• Broadcast Meteorology
• Business
• Chemistry
• Chinese Studies
• Cognitive Science
• Communication (Fully Online Option)
• Computer Science
• Creative Writing
• Criminal Justice Studies (Fully Online Option)
• Cybersecurity (Fully Online Option)
• Documentary Studies
• East Asian Studies
• Economics
• Educational Studies
• Electrical and Computer Engineering
• Electronics
• Film Studies
• Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity (Fully Online Option)
• English
• Forensic Science
• French
• Game Design and Development
• Geographic Information Science
• Geography
• Globalization Studies
• Hebrew
• History (Fully Online Option)
• Informatics (Fully Online Option)
• Instrumental Performance
• International Studies
• Italian
• Japanese Studies
• Journalism (Fully Online Option)
• Judaic Studies
• Korean Studies
• Latin American and Caribbean Studies
• Law and Philosophy
• Leadership
• Legal Studies
• LGBTQ Studies
• Library and Information Science
• Linguistics
• Machine Learning
• Mathematics
• Medical Anthropology
• Music
• Musical Performance
• Musical Theatre
• Philosophy
• Physics
• Political Science
• Portuguese
• Pre-Education
• Psychology (Fully Online Option)
• Public Health
• Public Policy
• Religious Studies
• Russian
• Russian and Eastern European Studies
• Social Welfare Studies
• Sociology (Fully Online Option)
• Spanish
• Statistics
• Sustainability
• Theatre
• Theatrical Design/Technology
• Urban Studies and Planning
• U.S. Latino Studies
• Vocal Performance
• Women's, Gender and Sexuality Studies