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Medium of studying
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Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Computer Science
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Course Language
English
About Program
Program Overview
The University of Regina offers seven accredited Computer Science programs, preparing students for careers in the tech sector through a strong foundation in core elements, specialized concentrations, and opportunities for hands-on experience. Graduates are highly sought after by major tech companies and local employers, with career paths ranging from AI research to software development. The department boasts award-winning faculty, interdisciplinary collaboration, and state-of-the-art facilities, fostering a dynamic and innovative learning environment.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
- Overview: The University of Regina offers seven Bachelor's degree programs in Computer Science:
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Business concentration
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Creative Technologies concentration
- Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Math (combined major)
- Bachelor of Science Honours in Computer Science and Math (combined major)
- Bachelor of Science in Software Systems Development
- Objectives: The programs aim to provide students with a strong foundation in the core elements of computer science, including programming, computer systems, data analytics, security, and algorithms. They also offer specialized concentrations in areas like business, creative technologies, and mathematics.
- Description: The programs are accredited by the Computer Science Accreditation Council (CSAC) and are designed to prepare students for careers in the tech sector. The University of Regina is the only computer science department in Canada to have been accredited continuously since 1982. However, it does highlight the involvement of professors who are "high-achieving, award-winning teachers and researchers."
- Faculty: The faculty members are described as "high-achieving, award-winning teachers and researchers," including a Canada Research Chair, industry-funded research chairs, and post-doctoral fellows. This suggests a focus on collaboration and interdisciplinary learning.
Careers:
- Potential Career Paths: Graduates of the computer science programs are prepared for a wide range of careers in the tech sector, including:
- Artificial Intelligence Researcher
- Computer Games Designer
- Data Scientist
- Full Stack Developer
- Software Designer
- Software Developer
- Software Security Analyst
- Web Developer
- Opportunities: The context highlights the high demand for computer science graduates, stating that there are "far more computing jobs than grads to fill them." They also work for local employers such as SaskTel, SGI, Government of Saskatchewan, Farm Credit Canada, iQmetrix, Seccuris, and Hillberg & Berk.
Other:
- Co-op Education Program: All computer science programs can have a Co-op designation, providing students with career-related work experience, job search skills, and a higher chance of obtaining full-time employment upon graduation.
- Research Areas: The context highlights major research areas within the computer science department, including:
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Data Science and Data Analytics
- Human-Centred Computing and Computational Media
- Software Engineering
- Systems, Communication & Cybersecurity
- Theoretical Computer Science
- Facilities: The computer science department has various facilities, including:
- aRMADILo Lab
- Animation Software Design Lab
- Computer Graphics Lab
- Computational Learning Theory Lab
- Constraint Processing Lab
- Data Mining Lab
- Granular Computing/Web Based Support Systems Lab
- Online Auction Research Lab
- Regina Integrative Cognitive Experimentation (RICE) Lab
- Rough Set Technology Lab
- Web Intelligence Lab
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