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Launch your future in the heart of Austin’s Silicon Hills.
Whether you're building software, exploring AI, or securing digital systems, our Computer Science programs prepare you to thrive in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Located in Austin, TX, home to 5,500+ startups and global tech leaders like Apple, Dell, and Oracle, St. Edward’s offers a front-row seat to innovation.
We combine technical depth with hands-on learning, small classes, and interdisciplinary connections. Students gain practical experience through projects, internships, and our signature Culminating Experience Project—an opportunity to showcase skills and solve real-world problems.
Explore Your Pathway to Computing Excellence
The Computer Science Department at ¶¥¼¶¹ú²úÊÓƵ prepares students for a rapidly evolving digital world. Our programs balance general education with technical expertise to solve complex problems. Whether designing software, exploring AI, or securing today’s digital systems and technologies, our department offers a strong foundation for professional careers and graduate study. We emphasize hands-on learning, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary connections. Students work with faculty in small classes, gain practical experience through projects and internships, and showcase their skills in the department’s Culminating Experience Project.
Our Degree Programs
The Department offers a Computer Science major with two degree tracks:
- Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science
- Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Computer Science
Students pursuing the BS in Computer Science degree can specialize in one of three areas: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, or Software Development.
Advanced Computing Lab
The Computer Science department provides practical experience in an educational and supportive setting. The Advanced Computing Lab (ACL) offers students access to Mac computers that allow students in Computer Science to engage in hands-on learning.
The ACL is located in John Brooks Williams South room 166. The lab is open 24 hours a day, 7 days per week for Computer Science students. Students and faculty with an authorized access St. Edward's ID card may enter the ACL at any time.
The SEU Computer Science Club fosters collaboration and provides a supportive space for networking and learning from innovators. It empowers students to turn their passion for technology into marketable skills. Whether a Computer Science major or tech-curious, our club offers practical experience through dynamic events. Highlights include seminars, Q&A with industry leaders, hackathons, and student research showcases.
Training and Internships
As a student in the Computer Science program you are afforded access to the funding programs offered exclusively to STEM students at ¶¥¼¶¹ú²úÊÓƵ by the Institute for Interdisciplinary Science (i4). i4 is currently offering paid in-workplace internships that enable students to gain valuable practical experience as they move forward academically and professionally. For more information on these programs please visit the Institute for Interdisciplinary Science (i4) website.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in Computer Science
The BS in Computer Science at St. Edward’s provides students with a strong technical foundation and advanced specialization opportunities. In addition to core courses in programming, algorithms, databases, computer systems, and software engineering, BS students explore emerging areas through courses in software development, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity.
BS students also choose one from the three concentrations to tailor their studies:
The Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning concentration equips students with the skills to use and design intelligent systems that learn and adapt by analyzing data. Students in this concentration will study courses in:
- Data mining and pattern recognition
- Neural networks, decision trees, and clustering
- Natural language processing
- Computer vision
Graduates will be prepared to innovate in data science, build robust ML-focused data pipelines, and develop systems that incorporate state-of-the-art AI.
The Cybersecurity concentration prepares students for careers in information security, cyber defense, and risk management by safeguarding digital systems and defending against evolving cyber threats. Students in this concentration will study courses in:
- Network security
- System security
- Special topics in cybersecurity to explore the latest trends in the field
- Elective in CS or mathematics to deepen technical skills
This concentration is ideal for students interested in launching into roles in information security, risk management, and cyber operations.
The Software Development concentration focuses on designing, building, and optimizing software applications. Students in this concentration will study courses in:
- Mobile app development for smartphones and tablets
- Advanced algorithms for solving complex problems
- Electives from AI or Cybersecurity to broaden expertise
This concentration is ideal for software engineers, application developers, and system architects who value creativity and problem-solving.
Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science
The Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science provides a strong foundation in computing and allows students to explore various electives. Core courses include programming, algorithms, databases, computer systems, and software engineering. Suitable for students interested in computer science, graduates are prepared for careers where computing intersects diverse areas or for graduate study.
Accelerated Graduate Pathways
With our Accelerated Graduate Pathways, students can complete their BA in Computer Science and one of three master’s degrees in as little as five years, saving time and money. The three master's programs are:
• Computer Science to MBA
• Computer Science to MS in Business Analytics
• Computer Science to MS in Digital Marketing and Analytics