The Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Computer Science lets students combine technical training with learning in another area, typically from the Faculty of Arts. It’s an opportunity to give students an edge in career markets where employers often seek people who can analyze and communicate effectively as well as code.
The first-year courses in Computer Science and Math will give students a solid understanding of the basic principles of computer science while the Arts courses will let students explore their complementary interests.
Laurier's Computer Science program exposes students to not just the software, but also to the hardware that underlies the system, giving students a fundamental understanding of digital systems and microprocessors, and an appreciation for the interaction between the hardware and the software