COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) major in Computer Science at Mount Allison University is a 63-credit program designed to provide students with a strong foundation in computing, mathematics, and the sciences. Students begin with 18 credits from core computer science courses, including COMP 1631, 1731, 2211, 2611, 2711, and 2931, which cover programming fundamentals, algorithms, data structures, and essential computational principles. This is followed by 12 credits from intermediate-level courses such as COMP 3611, 3911, 4721, and 4911, offering deeper exploration into software design, systems, and specialized computational topics. An additional 3 credits from COMP 3361 and 3971 provide advanced applied experience, while 9 credits from 3/4000 level computer science courses ensure mastery in advanced computing concepts. Mathematics forms a critical component of the B.Sc. program, with 3 credits from MATH 1111 or 1151, 3 credits from MATH 2221, and 16 credits from MATH 1121 or 1311, equipping students with analytical and problem-solving skills. The science requirement includes 6 credits from CHEM 1001, PHYS 1051 and 1551, and 3 credits from BIOL 1001, BIOL 1501, BIOC 1001, GENS 1401, or PSYC 1001/1011, providing a broad scientific perspective. This combination of computing, mathematics, and sciences prepares students for interdisciplinary applications, research, or further graduate studies in computing and related fields.