Bachelor of Business Administration - Computer Science (Optional Co-op)

The demand for skilled individuals in the field of computer science has seen unprecedented growth in recent years. By studying computer science at Lethbridge, students will gain a broad technical knowledge, coupled with a sound liberal education. Students will graduate knowing how to tackle difficult problems using a variety of hardware, software, and programming languages, and to communicate their expertise to others.

Computer science spans theory and practice, and requires thinking in abstract and concrete terms. The practical side of computing can be seen everywhere — a myriad of people walk around with miniature computers/smartphones in their pockets, and many can even program them. On a higher level, computer science can also be considered a science of problem solving.

About the Computer Science major:

In this Computer Science major, students will be involved in a science that has revolutionized the world. Astonishing advances are being made constantly and intense research is carried out by Lethbridge's faculty and students. Among the areas students will study are programming, digital systems, database management systems, data structures, and computer architecture. Most graduates have careers programming in industry, where a constant shortage of computer scientists results in steady employment.