COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Arts at Wilfrid Laurier University provide a structured curriculum designed to develop both technical expertise and analytical thinking while offering opportunities for interdisciplinary learning. In the first year, BA students focus on foundational courses such as Data Structures I and Introduction to Programming, which teach essential coding skills, problem-solving strategies, and computational thinking. Complementing these core courses, students can select electives such as History of Computing, which explores the evolution and impact of computing technologies, or Calculus I, which strengthens quantitative and analytical skills, allowing students to connect mathematical concepts with computing applications. As students advance into upper years, the program offers specialized courses that build on this foundation, including Algorithm Design and Analysis I, which develops skills in designing efficient algorithms and analyzing their performance; Database I, which introduces principles of data organization, management, and retrieval; and Discrete Structures for Computer Science, which provides a mathematical framework for modeling and solving computational problems. Through a combination of core courses, electives, and upper-year specialization, students gain a strong understanding of programming, algorithms, data management, and computational theory. This integrated approach equips graduates with the knowledge, technical skills, and critical thinking abilities needed for careers in software development, data analysis, research, and other technology-driven fields, while also preparing them for advanced study in computing and related disciplines.