Create the Science of 21st-Century Digital Technology
with a Computer Science Degree from Gannon University
You can become the creator of innovation in the computing field through Gannon University’s computer science program. Our students learn to
leverage theoretical and mathematical foundations in algorithms, languages, as well as techniques and methods to develop the computing systems and technologies of tomorrow. Build your toolkit of skills that will become your springboard to innovation and exciting careers in one of
the fastest-growing fields available.
This program is accredited by the Computing Accreditation
Commission of ABET, https://www.abet.org,
under the General Criteria and the Computer Science and Similarly Named Computing Programs Program Criteria.
- 100%Recent program graduates enjoy a
100% placement rate in either related
employment or graduate studies.
Earn a degree that is nationally accredited.- Enter a field where more than one million systems-related professionals will be needed in the next 10 years.
Learn to Lead the Way in Computer Science
- Define and design new approaches and solutions to
problems realized in hardware and software.
- Develop coding mastery in multiple programming
languages and platforms.
- Use your foundation in algorithms, database, web and
mobile development to create opportunities for cross-and multi-disciplinary project work.
Experience an Exceptional Learning Environment
- Work alongside students in related computing,
engineering and business majors to gain interdisciplinary experience.
- Apply your creativity in design thinking and innovation
through project-based leveraging industry-standard
development tools and practices.
- Enjoy the opportunity to study in Germany during your
junior year with no prior language course required.
Inspire Your Academic Success
Gain real-world knowledge through key computer science
courses including:
Mobile Application Development I: Learn methods
and tools for developing mobile applications for integrated
devices such as iOS, Android and other mobile platforms.
Operating Systems: Gain a knowledge of process
manipulation and synchronization, processor management,
storage management, security, I/O and file systems and
basic distributed system concepts.
Comparative Languages: Learn function-based languages
such as ML, LISP and Scheme; logic-based languages such
as Prolog, Parlog, Strand and OPS; and object-oriented
languages such as Smalltalk and Eiffel.
Achieve Your Possibilities
Our computer science program is designed for your success.
Through curriculum flexibility and high-quality educational
opportunities, you can:
- Develop analytical ability and expertise in software
creation and usage, both of which are necessary in the
fields of science, technology and industry.
- Join recent computer science graduates who
have secured internships and employment at top
organizations such as Bayer Corp., Citizens Bank, Erie
Insurance Group, Wabtec Corp. and UPMC Hamot.
- Gain entry to a field that is expected to grow much
faster than the average of all occupations. Careers such as computer programmers enjoy a median annual salary of $93,000 according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.