BA/BS in Computer Science

The Computer Science major at Ohio Wesleyan prepares students for professional employment or graduate study. Students start with an introductory programming course, then move to intermediate work on hardware and software issues, learning several high-level languages along with assembly language, UNIX and object-oriented programming. Advanced courses cover the theory of computation and algorithm analysis, along with applied topics including databases, operating systems and AI. Students curious about how languages work can take compiler design and programming language theory. A pre-engineering option is available for those who want to continue toward an engineering degree. Independent research, summer scholarship programs and internships at companies from start-ups to large technology firms give students practical experience beyond the classroom. Faculty mentors guide students through each stage of that work.