Rowan University has a large array of majors for students to pick, but how does someone know which is the right one for them? The information below allows students to differentiate what major is best suited for them to follow at Rowan University.
B.A. in Computing and Informatics
How do you combine computing within a specialized area of study or an inter-disciplinary field without having so much math and Computer Science theory?
Use computing technologies to help with WHAT to solve and less on the HOW and WHY! |
B.A. in Computer Systems Technology
Do you want to fully customize your degree?
Do you want to cater your degree to help you get tech certifications?
Do you want to specialize in information technologies?
Then CST is right for you! You will get to 'peice' together your degree from a collection of CUGS. |
B.S. in Cybersecurity
Do you want to understand how cyberattacks happen—and how to detect, investigate, and stop them?
Are you interested in computer networks, operating systems, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and cyber defense?
Do you want a hands-on computing degree focused on protecting systems, data, and organizations?
Then the B.S. in Cybersecurity may be right for you. |
B.S. in Computer Science
Are you good at problem solving, logic and math?
Can you envision using a computer as the ultimate tool in making people's lives and jobs easier?
Do you enjoy keeping up with technology in today's modern world?
That's Computer Science ... |
About the Program
This program is designed for students who are interested in pursuing careers in information technology which requires a solid understanding of the principles of computing – but not the underpinnings of computer science theory and mathematics. Students will acquire the requisite computer programming skills across programming languages and development platforms to develop a career as a computing professional, work as part of a project team, be able to analyze a problem and effectively document and communicate all aspects of the solution, and understand ethical, legal, security, and social issues and responsibilities in computing The C&I major is not restricted and available to all incoming freshmen and transfer students.
Focus
In comparison to the B.S. in Computer Science, this degree program will require less computersscience, general science and mathematics coursework but with a greater emphasis on computer programming and infrastructure platforms. It provides a background in applications development (particularly mobile and web applications), database implementations, computer networks and information security.
Role of Computers
Used in an applied sense to develop applications and manage infrastructure and provide framework for computing as a practiced discipline.
Coursework
Programming, database design and implementations, networking topology and protocols, systems administration, software engineering. Since the B.A. degree requires fewer courses in the major and allows for an increased number of electives, students could further customize the degree by careful course selection.
Career
Computer programmers, infrastructure administrators, deployment technicians, QA/testing Engineers, support technicians, technical application trainers, technical documentation specialists.
About the ProgramThe bachelors in Computer Systems Technology (CST) is the newest degree offered by the department. It is made up of made almost entirely of CUGS, certificates of undergrad study, which allows for more concentrated focus on a particular branches of computer science.
FocusThe program structured so students achieve multiple industry-specific certifications, with a strong focus on workplace knowledge over theory.
Role of ComputersUsed for engineering design and analysis tools, integral components and embedded systems, design targets for digital systems, as integrated circuits
CourseworkChemistry, Physics, Calculus, Probability and Statistics, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Complex Variables, and Discrete Mathematics Circuit Theory, Digital Systems, Electronics, Controls, Communication Theory, and Digital Signal Processing.
CareerEngineering positions across a wide variety of industrial and federal government sectors — especially aerospace and defense-related.
About the ProgramThe B.S. in Cybersecurity prepares students to protect computer systems, networks, software, and data from cyber threats. The program combines a foundation in computing technologies with specialized study in secure software development, ethical hacking, digital forensics, cryptography, network security, incident handling, cyber defense, and cyber operations. Students complete 60 semester hours of major requirements, including 30 hours of foundational coursework, 18 hours of upper-level cybersecurity coursework, and 12 hours of restricted electives.
FocusThe program emphasizes the practical and technical skills needed to prevent, identify, analyze, and respond to cybersecurity incidents. Students study both offensive and defensive security, learning how attackers exploit systems as well as how cybersecurity professionals secure, monitor, test, and defend them. Upper-level coursework also addresses the management, policy, and risk dimensions of cybersecurity, helping students understand that effective security depends on people, processes, and organizational decisions as well as technology.
Role of ComputersComputers are both the systems being protected and the tools used to protect them. Students use computing technologies to configure and secure operating systems and networks, test systems for vulnerabilities, analyze digital evidence, investigate malicious activity, manage cyber systems, and respond to security incidents.
CourseworkTypical coursework includes Linux and Unix, computer networks, computing hardware and operating systems, secure software development, applied cybersecurity, ethical hacking, digital forensics, applied cryptography, administration of cyber systems, cybersecurity policy and risk, digital incident handling, network security, cyber defense, and cyber operations. Restricted electives allow students to explore areas such as penetration testing, advanced ethical hacking, advanced digital forensics, intrusion detection and prevention, cloud security, wireless networks, malware analysis, reverse engineering, and advanced cybersecurity practice.
CareerGraduates may pursue entry-level positions such as cybersecurity analyst, security operations center analyst, incident response analyst, digital forensics analyst, penetration tester, vulnerability analyst, network security analyst, cyber defense analyst, systems security administrator, and cybersecurity risk or compliance analyst. These job titles are reasonable outcomes inferred from the curriculum rather than positions explicitly listed in the program guide. The wording and section lengths above are designed to fit the comparison structure currently used for the other degrees on the webpage.
About the Program
The Computer Science (CS) program focuses on developing flexible professionals who are equipped to learn new technologies and principles that are essential for success in such a rapidly evolving field. Students will learn how to apply advanced scientific and industrial methodologies, knowledge of mathematics, algorithmic principles, and computer science theory to develop computing solutions and demonstrate these skills through presentations, written work and projects. The CS major is not restricted; however students are expected to be ready to take Pre-Calculus before they can begin to take courses in the program.
Focus
This program prepares its graduates to pursue careers requiring a strong software development foundation with opportunities to concentrate in such advanced areas such as artificial intelligence, cyber-security, networking and operating systems, graphics and visualization, mobile applications, and software engineering.
Role of Computers
Used as an instrumental and critical tool with all aspects from both a hardware architecture and software application perspective.
Coursework
Strong math background with Discrete Mathematics, Calculus, Linear Algebra, and Probability & Statistics. Core courses covering such areas as object-oriented programming, computer architecture, computer science theory, algorithmic theory, software engineering, programming languages, and operating systems. Additional topics such as computer game development, computer animation, robotics, database systems, networks, mobile web development, human-computer interaction and more.
Career
Technical positions in business, industry, government, education, and the military to include systems and application programmers, systems analysts, programmer analysts, researchers, network specialists, and computer system architects.