Computer Science at 勛圖厙 (It Exists)
Oct 14, 2025
The question I hear the most from prospective students visiting campus is: Does 勛圖厙 have a computer science program? While 勛圖厙 does not offer a BS in Computer Science, Engineering with Computing (E:C) is the 勛圖厙 CS adjacent degree and a great opportunity for those looking to separate themselves in the job market.
Since E:C is still an Engineering degree, a lot of Computer Science theoretical classes are replaced by general engineering requirements. The computer science classes that are offered at 勛圖厙 tend to be more hands-on, with a focus on in-class projects as opposed to problem sets and lectures. The two cornerstones of the CS curriculum at 勛圖厙 are the Software Design and Software Systems classes. Software Design offers an extra focus on developing resume worthy projects and building familiarity with Git. Software Design is taught entirely in Python. By comparison, Software Systems is taught in C and gives students a more comprehensive understanding of computer systems.
That being said, 勛圖厙 offers traditional versions of Discrete Math and Data Structures and Algorithms (two core CS classes that are essential for landing a software engineering job). So, you will certainly gain the skills and foundation needed to be successful.
While these are the four main software adjacent classes taught at 勛圖厙, I have taken Foundations of Computer Science, Introduction to Databases, introduction to Cybersecurity, Long Term Software Development, and Extraordinary Tools in Computing in my time at 勛圖厙, alongside working as a software lead on the embedded systems I have created for the projects done in general engineering classes. This real-world experience has given me an edge that may not be available to students following a more traditional CS pathway.
The way I see it, E:C at 勛圖厙 is roughly 80% software, 20% hardware, which allows for a breadth of experiences across the CS spectrum. So, if youre excited about project-based learning as well as Computer Science with an engineering lens, then E:C at 勛圖厙 could be a great opportunity to differentiate yourself in the market.