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Computer Science, B.Sc.

  • Application Deadline
  • 48 months
    Duration
Delaware State University
Dover, DE, United States
Computer science majors at Delaware State learn more than how to write code. They also develop career-advancing skills such as communication, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving. 

Overview

Students are encouraged to explore new ideas and technologies, as well as to find new uses for existing computer science technologies. Small class sizes ensure that students can work closely with faculty and tailor their education to their own interests.

The senior capstone project enables computer science majors to broaden their horizons and apply their expertise in fields such as business, science, education, social services, or entertainment. Nearly every industry relies on computers, so graduates from this major enjoy a wide range of job opportunities.

Detailed Programme Facts

  • More details:

    International students: Apply no later than 90 days prior to the Fall and Spring semesters

  • Programme intensity Full-time
    • Full-time duration 48 months
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

Programme Structure

Computer Science majors work with standard technology that is widely used across many industries and disciplines. Students learn to

  • program in multiple languages using multiple paradigms
  • design and integrate all elements of computer systems, including networks, hardware, and software
  • work with databases, algorithms, and operating systems
  • participate in off-campus internships
  • explore cutting-edge areas such as data mining, digital compression, and virtual machine migration
  • design computing-based solutions to problems in various disciplines
  • conduct computing-based research
  • evaluate the social implications of computing

Courses include:

  • Programming I
  • Computational Thinking I
  • Computational Thinking I
  • Data Structures and Algorithms
  • Database Systems
  • Operating Systems
  • Fundamentals of Physics

English Language Requirements

  • Minimum required score:

    6.5

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  • Minimum required score:

    79

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  • Minimum required score:

    550

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Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 2

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

General Requirements

  • English: 4 units Writing, Literature and Oral Communication
  • Mathematics: 3 units Courses must include Algebra I & II and Geometry or the equivalent (recommend a fourth higher math course)
  • History: 2 units One World History and one other History
  • Social Studies: 1 unit: Civics, American Government, Economics, Geography or Psychology 
  • Science: 3 units Courses with a laboratory. Must include one or more of the following: Biology, Chemistry and/or Physics
  • Foreign Language: 2 units Recommend within the same language. If within the same language, there must be course progression
  • Electives: 4 units May include any additional class from subject areas listed above or Art, Theatre/Drama, Music and/or Computer Science

Tuition Fee

  • International

    8452 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 8452 USD per year and a duration of 48 months.

  • National

    8452 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 8452 USD per year and a duration of 48 months.

  • In-State

    3934 USD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the original amount of 3934 USD per year and a duration of 48 months.
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Living costs for Dover

  • 1000 - 1500 USD/month
    Living Costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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