Computer Science

Overview

You can work toward a Computer Science Bachelor of Science from Saint Mary's College of California, explore careers in secondary education, focus on computer science, or pursue a split major with a variety of other disciplines.

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science offers a major or minor in Mathematics. The major in Mathematics offers three tracks: Pure, Applied, or Computer Science.  Students also have the option to participate in the 3+2 Computer Science program, which combines the benefits of a liberal arts education at Saint Mary's with the technical training in advanced Computer Science at a large university.  

Learning Outcomes

Upon successfully completing the major, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate a mastery of the core SMC undergraduate mathematics curriculum;

• Communicate mathematical ideas and concepts correctly and clearly in both oral and written forms using mathematical reasoning and terminology and symbolic representation;

• Undertake scholarly investigations using appropriate mathematical resources;

• Integrate the use of technological tools into their investigations; and

• Demonstrate knowledge of connections within mathematics and applications to other fields.