Computer Science - General
Overview
Computer scientists use computers to solve problems no one has successfully solved before. Programming is at the heart of what they do, writing and designing sophisticated code. Having a strong skill set in theory, math, logic, and science is also essential to their success.
The Computer Science program at Illinois State is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of聽.
You can find a computer science job in a variety of exciting areas. Your options for a career path can include:
- Software development
- Graphics
- Artificial intelligence (including machine learning)
- Game development
- Systems programming
Computer Science at Illinois State gives you strong skills in software development. We also provide a background in computational theory, design, hardware and operating systems. You鈥檒l learn how to use multiple programming languages on multiple operating systems.
General Computer Science is also available as an accelerated program.聽 .
Point of Pride
Illinois State is the only university in the state with information systems and computer science programs both accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission of ABET.
Why study Computer Science - General?
Software continues to become more important in the modern world. We鈥檙e constantly trying to do things faster and better. Computer scientists have the skill set to make that happen.
Our program teaches computer science theory while giving you plenty of hands-on experience. Program graduates work in a variety of companies or continue on to graduate school.
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