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Computer science is the study of computers, including the development and analysis of programs and the computing machinery that runs them.

The WSU computer science program emphasizes software design and testing. You can broaden your studies by working with an advisor to choose courses that fulfill the degree requirements and give you specialized knowledge in other areas, such as artificial intelligence, human-computer interaction, security, networks, distributed systems, and more.

In addition to on its Pullman campus, WSU also offers a computer science degree at WSU Tri-Cities and WSU Vancouver.

Strengths of the program

WSU computer science alumni have become leaders in local and worldwide companies, universities, and other computing-related areas.
Learning labs include SGI and HP workstations for graphics and animation, PC operating systems based on Linux, PC-based networking, and microprocessor development.
Superb computer facilities include Unix and Windows workstations with high-speed networking and 10-gigabit internet.
Gain career strength in software engineering, operating systems, neural networks, data mining, computer graphics and animation, computer security, networking, and programming languages.
Receive a solid technical background in math, science, and engineering.
You can join a math, science, and engineering community residence hall at WSU Pullman—share classes with your neighbors, study together, get free tutoring, and use the hall’s computer lab.

The bachelor of arts degree is designed for multidisciplinary students who wish to learn the basics of computer science and apply them to a different field. The BA requires a minor in another area, such as art, biochemistry, economics, or criminal justice, among others.

SAMPLE COURSES

BACHELOR OF ARTS CURRICULUM

In addition to the 122 semester credit hours, students earning a bachelor of arts in computer science must complete a minor in another area. Students earning a bachelor of arts degree will take the following courses:

Program Design and Development
Data Structures
Software Engineering Principles I and II
Computer Architecture
Eighteen credits of advanced computer science electives

Careers in computer science

The demand for computer science professionals will continue to increase in the foreseeable future.

Hot careers for WSU computer science graduates are in software engineering, networking, and computer animation. Companies that typically hire WSU graduates include Microsoft, Hewlett-Packard, Alias Wavefront, Intel, Tektronix, Boeing, and other small- and mid-sized companies that are in the computing industry or are looking for technical leadership.