Computer Science & Information Technology Degree Programs
The computer science degree programs and information technology degree programs within the College of Science, Engineering and Technology at Grand Canyon University (GCU) provide the hands-on training and key competencies to enter into in-demand, high-income careers in technology. Our technology-driven world continues to demand innovative, highly tech-equipped professionals who specialize in areas like software development, programming, networks, systems administration and cybersecurity.
By earning a computer science degree or information technology degree, you develop the skills for critical thinking, as well as hands-on, applicable and project-based experience. Take this educational opportunity to impact the future of technology and develop solutions to take enterprise systems to the next level through a challenging career.
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*Retrieved from Burning Glass Technologies, Employers Increasingly Demand Computer Science Skills in Non-Tech Jobs in December 2020.
Computer Science Degrees
GCU offers a computer science degree with emphases in big data analytics, business entrepreneurship or game and simulation development. You will gain a foundation in software applications and multifaceted technology concepts to prepare for the tech needs of the 21st century. GCU’s computer science degree programs help you explore high-volume data management, learn to develop innovative-based business plans or study game and simulation development.
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Equipped with an information technology degree, you will possess an in-depth understanding of network platforms and technologies, information assurance and security, cloud-based computing, and service-oriented architecture. Your knowledge and analytical skills can improve enterprise systems by boosting performance, efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
- Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with an Emphasis in Cybersecurity
- Bridge (Master of Science in Information Technology Management)
- Master of Science in Information Technology Management
- Undergraduate Certificate of Completion in Cybersecurity Foundations
- Undergraduate Certificate of Completion in Java Programming
Our computer science programs prepare you to become skilled in computer software architecture, design and development. You will design and develop tools (e.g. software, operating systems, databases) for end users and IT professionals. Topics in the BS in Computer Science include algorithms, data structures, programming languages, software development and fundamentals of computing systems.
Our information technology degree prepares you to meet the business-driven technology needs of organizations. Combining business theory with technology, the information technology bachelors degree curriculum focuses on enterprise infrastructures (e.g. networks, servers, databases). You will learn to leverage leading edge technologies to store, protect, process and transmit data.
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GCU’s computer science programs prepare you to affect change in software development and big data analytics and corporate business and organizations. Jobs for those with a BS in computer science include computer systems analyst, database programmer, computer programmer and software developer. The business entrepreneurship emphasis prepares you to become a computer and information systems manager, geospatial information technologist or web application developer. The game and simulation development emphasis produces graduates who are ready for computer modeling or software application development work.
With an information technology degree, you learn to apply technology solutions to manage and support an organization. You may pursue a career as an information technology manager, information security specialist, IT project manager, network support specialist, systems administrator or systems integrator. You may also seek a fast-growing IT-related career as database administrator, network and computer systems administrator or computer systems analyst. Other areas you may enter after completing an information technology degree include computer network architecture.
The College of Science, Engineering and Technology is committed to being on the forefront of STEM learning and preparing you for a challenging, in-demand career.
More Online IT Programs at GCU
Our online IT programs are designed with the flexibility for you to conveniently learn according to your schedule. We ensure you have the opportunity to gain a quality education.