Computer Science (BA) (Arts & Science)

Department contact:
201 Engineering Bldg. West
573-884-6342

Degrees:
Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science

Overview:
The Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science emphasizes the business applications of computer science. Courses in systems analysis, database management, computer languages, business-oriented calculus, and basic statistics prepare a student to go into a variety of professional settings. Graduates of the BA program have stronger backgrounds in computer science than graduates of typical data processing or management information systems programs. The Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science is offered through the College of Engineering.

Academic Information

Admission Requirements:
Any student may declare a major in Computer Science (BA). Students must complete College Algebra and English 1000 with a C- or above and have a 2.0 cumulative GPA to complete a graduation plan with the College of Arts & Science.

Minimum GPA for Admission: 2.0

Specifically required non-major courses for the BA degree:
Math 1300, 1320
Statistics 2500
One science course with a lab in one of the following areas: chemistry, biology, biological anthropology, or geology.

Specifically required non-major courses for the BS degree:
See degree program information under Engineering.

Entry-level courses to sample the major:
Computer Science 1050 (or CS 1040 if no prior programming experience)

Sample 8-semester outline(s):
http://registrar.missouri.edu/Catalog/Plans/ARTSCI_computer_science06.pdf

Related majors, minors and areas of study on the MU campus:
Computer Science, Computer Science (BS), Information Technology

Department Website:
http://www.cs.missouri.edu/
contact
Victor Price
Registrar's Office
126 Jesse Hall
Columbia, MO 65211-1140
phone: 573-882-4729
email: pricev@missouri.edu
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