Mathematical facts, procedures, skills, and processes are indispensable in acquiring understanding within all fields of science and central to the development and practice of critical thought and communication. Physics is the science that seeks to employ mathematics to explain the universe and its phenomena. Computer science packages these essentials into program courses at Kentucky State University which integrate theoretical as well as practical topics to provide students with the advanced conceptual framework and technical expertise required to succeed in new and ever-changing markets. Due to the tremendous growth in technological public and private sectors, the need for graduates with marketable computer skills has grown exponentially. Computer science students may pursue degrees at the baccalaureate level as well as the master's level. Graduates enjoy abundant career opportunities in professional markets such as business, industry, government, education, military, and many others. Our programs instill the skills and knowledge of our graduates to become life-long learners as well as career-minded workforce professionals. For more information, email compsci@kysu.edu or call 502-597-6384.
The Computer Science program offers courses leading to a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, and a Master of Science in Computer Science Technology. Students pursuing the bachelor's degree in computer sciences select an academic track from computer information security, computer information systems, game development, mathematics, or network engineering. Students will learn skills in programming, systems, information security, databases, game programming, and networking components. The baccalaureate degree program in computer science is modeled in accordance with guidelines established by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). The M.S. in Computer Science Technology has two academic concentrations to choose from: cyber security and information engineering.
The Mathematics program offers a degree with three options: Pure Mathematics, Applied Mathematics/ Pre-Engineering, and Mathematics Education. Minors in Mathematics and Physics are also offered. Incoming students who desire to pursue a mathematics degree option should declare a Pre-Mathematics major. Once a student has completed MAT 120 with a grade of "C" or better, he or she may request in writing to the School of Mathematics and Computer Science to convert to a Mathematics major. Both Pre-Mathematics and Mathematics majors are to be advised by Mathematics advisors.
The Master of Science in Computer Science Program offers students the opportunity to combine a sound foundation and a professionally oriented computer science education with the applied and in-demand skills necessary for today's careers in technology. The program is designed to be flexible enough to accommodate the needs of students who have completed an undergraduate degree in computer science and want to further their studies and those with degrees in areas other than computer science, who seek to broaden their education in the discipline. All of our graduate classes are offered in the evenings or online. See Graduate Programs for program information.
Bachelor of Science Computer Science-Computer Information Security 120 credits
Liberal Studies Requirements 42 hours
Core Courses 28 hours COS 107 COS 108 COS 109 COS 275