Computer Science, B.S. Data Science and Big Data Concentration

UNC Greensboro’s Bachelor of Science in Computer Science is a popular and thriving program, one of the largest in the state. Despite its large size, the program maintains modest class sizes and a strong tradition of one-on-one faculty mentorship. 

The Data Science and Big Data concentration allows students to focus their studies on the in-demand field of data science. You take courses on the theories, algorithms, and technologies to develop analytical systems for disparate, complex, and small or large-scale datasets.

PROGRAM DISTINCTIONS

• UNCG’s BS program in Computer Science is thriving, having grown from 131 majors in Fall 2008 to 568 majors in Fall 2020, with 77 degrees awarded in the 2019-2020 academic year. 
• UNCG is one of seven North Carolina public universities accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). 
• You have the option to obtain an accelerated master’s degree.
• The Data Science and Big Data concentration is a new program designed to meet the needs of the ever-growing field of data science.

THE STUDENT EXPERIENCE

• UNCG’s computer science program is among the largest in the state, yet it maintains modest class sizes of typically fewer than 40 students.
• Most computer science classes have a strong hands-on component with projects and creative exercises.
• Students complete a significant senior capstone project.
• Courses use a variety of programming languages, with introductory courses using Java and further coursework that can include C++, Python, PHP, and other languages.
• A variety of platforms, including both Windows and Unix/Linux machines, are used in coursework.
• You can get involved in department-led clubs, including the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM), the Information Security Club, the Robotics Club, and the STARS Computing Corps. 

AFTER GRADUATION

• The job market in computer science is strong, and graduates typically are in high demand.
• Students completing the Data Science and Big Data concentration will have learned the skills necessary to tackle a wide variety of data-focused scientific, social, and environmental challenges.
• The concentration will be an official degree designation that is shown on a student’s transcript, indicating that the student has studied key courses in this in-demand field.
• Graduates work for a wide variety of companies, such as Amazon, Department of Defense, The Fresh Market, General Electric, IBM, NASA, Novartis, Xtern Software, Syngenta, Duke Power, and Gilbarco Veeder-Root.
• Potential career paths include:
  • Computer Scientist
  • Data Scientist
  • Programmer
  • Coding Specialist
  • Software Engineer
  • Statistician
  • Analyst

AFFILIATED MINORS

The College of Arts and Sciences offers a minor in Videogaming and Esports that pairs well with this degree. Students complete one required course and 12 hours of electives in courses like Intro to 3D Animation and Fandom and Religion: Rituals, Texts, Communities. Learn More.

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