Prospective Students
The Department offers a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science.
The Department co-sponsors two other bachelor's degree programs: Computer
Engineering, offered jointly with the
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, and
Computer Engineering Technology,
offered jointly with the Department of Engineering Technology.
The Department also provides an
endorsement for Computer Science Education
and a
minor in the Computer Science program.
Students from any Virginia Community College can
transfer
into the Computer Science program
at Old Dominion University.
The field of computer science can trace its foundation to both
mathematics and engineering methodology with the emphasis on practical
experience. Using this philosophy, the Computer Science Department
has designed a unique curricular model that seeks to provide an
increased relevance to the real world. The Professional Workforce Development
integrated throughout the curriculum, expands upon
the experimental and design approach by introducing the creativity and
productivity required for business and industrial development.
CS Department:
The Department is located on the third floor of the Engineering and Computational Sciences Building.
The Computer Science faculty have compiled an outstanding record as internationally
recognized researchers, scholars and instructors. All courses are taught by the faculty.
[List of Faculty]
Educational Offerings:
Students are offered wide access to computer science programs and
courses. Complete degrees are offered at the
main campus in Norfolk
(campus
tour) and the
Virginia Beach Higher Education Center. In addition, many courses are
offered throughout the state via the
TELETECHNET system.
[More information on Distance Learning]
Monarch Advantage Program:
Freshmen who enter in the fall are strongly encouraged to participe in the Monarch Advantage
Program (MAP). The
Monarch Advantage Program
consists of Fast Tracks--groups of courses that focus on a major or theme and develop the beginnings of a good schedule before coming to the Preview Orientation. Fast Track students follow the same degree program as all others--they just get to know us faster.
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