Undergraduate Programs

OVERVIEW

The Computer and Information Sciences Department offers several undergraduate degrees. Below we first list the degrees offerred and then the special programs that are available. We then provide a table which shows which degrees are offered at which college campuses. Finally, we provide a short description of the basic degree programs with a link to more detailed information (which inlcudes the specific degree requirements).

The CIS department offers the following undergraduate degree programs:

• A major in Computer Science leading to either a BA-CS or a BS-CS
• A major in Information Science leading to either a BA-IS or a BS-IS
• A major in Computer Systems Management Applications leading to a BS-CSMA
• A minor in either Computer Science or Information Science (MINOR-CS, MINOR-IS)

Also, note that a variety of special programs are available. These special programs include: an accelerated 5 year MS program, and the 3-2 Engineering Program. None of these programs are listed in the table below and only the description of the interdisciplinary information systems degree is included on this page.

LOCATION OF DEGREE PROGRAMS

Fordham maintains three main campuses: at Rose Hill in the Bronx, at Lincoln Center in Manhattan, and at Tarrytown. The CIS degree programs are offerred through one or more colleges. The table below summarizes the programs offered at each college/campus. Note that the College of Liberal Studies, which is for working adults and part-time students, offers CIS programs at multiple campuses.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTIONS OF EACH PROGRAM

Below are short descriptions of each of the programs offerred by the CIS department. Each description includes a link to the detailed requirements for the program (including the course requirements).

Computer Science Degree (BA-CS, BS-CS, MINOR-CS)
The curriculum in computer science is oriented towards science and technology. It emphasizes software design and programming, computer architecture and functions, and development of an ability to analyze problems and use the computer as a problem-solving tool. Students graduating from the program will be prepared for careers in computer science, information technology, system design, telecommunications and computer applications, both in the public and private sectors. The BS degree requires additional courses from within the major beyond those required for the BA degree. A minor in computer science is available and requires a total of six courses in the discipline.

Check the detailed CS degree requirements for more information.

Information Science Degree (BA-IS, BS-IS, MINOR-IS)
The curriculum in information science is oriented towards systems and applications. It emphasizes the design of an information system for public or private organizations; application programming and design; and methodologies for storing, retrieving, processing and transmitting data, and information. Students graduating from the program will be prepared for careers in information systems, computer applications and communication technology as found in government, business and society. The BS degree requires additional courses from within the major. A minor in information science is available and requires a total of six courses in the discipline.

Check the detailed IS degree requirements for more information.

Computer Systems Management Applications Degree (BS-CSMA)
This curriculum, as the name implies, is more applications-oriented than is the computer science major. It emphasizes the needs of capable new technology users, rather than developers, across virtually every field of employment. Accordingly, while approximately half of the required courses are the same as in the computer science major (particularly at the introductory level), students in the computer systems management applications major have a somewhat broader range of choice in selecting their courses as they progress. The intent is to enable them to tailor their programs to current workplace demands and long-term career objectives.

Check the detailed CSMA degree requirements for more information.