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General Studies
Pathway in Computer Science Associate of Arts and Sciences Degree
Computer Science is the study of computers and computing, including their theoretical and algorithmic foundations, hardware and software, and their uses for processing information. The General Studies Pathway in Computer Science is designed for transfer students specifically interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree in computer science. The curriculum emphasizes the study of the science of computing and the use of computing in a scientific setting.
Program Length 2 years (4 semesters)
Transfer Objectives This pathway is designed to provide introductory coursework toward a bachelor’s degree in computer science.
Is this degree for you? Yes, if you plan to transfer to pursue a bachelor’s degree in computer science.
Tuition & Fees At only $162.11 per credit hour, you’ll save $10K to $22K, in tuition costs alone, by starting at VHCC! Out-of-state students living within a 30-mile radius qualify for in-state tuition.
With an extensive career in the education field, Tamara Lasley understands the needs of students and aims to provide a classroom environment in which learning is priority. She brings a wealth of Microsoft industry certifications to her classroom expertise.
Tamara Lasley Program Coordinator
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tlasley@vhcc.edu | 276-739-2503
Third Semester (Fall) PHY 241 University Physics I 4 CSC 208 Introduction to Discrete Structures 3 PHI 100 Introduction to Philosophy 3 MTH 265 Calculus III 4 CSC 222 Object Oriented Programming 4 TOTAL CREDITS 18 Fourth Semester (Spring) CSC 205 or 215 Computer Organization or Computer Systems 3 ENG 245 or 246 British Literature or American Literature 3 PHY 242 University Physics II 4 MTH 245 Statistics I 3 CSC 223 Data Structures and Analysis of Algorithms 4 TOTAL CREDITS 17
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Second Semester (Spring) ENG 112 College Composition II 3 HIS 122 U.S. History II 3 CSC 221 Introduction to Problem Solving & Programming 3 MTH 264 Calculus II 4 CST 100 Principles of Public Speaking 3 TOTAL CREDITS 16 First Semester (Fall) ENG 111 College Composition I 3 HIS 121 U.S. History I 3 MTH 263 Calculus I 4 ECO 201 or 202 Macroeconomics or Microeconomics 3 SDV 101 Orientation to College Success 1 TOTAL CREDITS 14
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Receive Up to $2K Annually
Complete an Associate of Arts & Science degree at VHCC and you may be eligible to receive up to $2K annually for tuition expenses. Ask us about Transfer Grants.
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Start at VHCC and meet specified transfer agreement requirements and you’ll enjoy guaranteed admission to Virginia Tech, Radford, King University, Emory & Henry College, ETSU and more.
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