Computer Science

Description

Become a specialist in information systems analysis, design and programming and pursue a systems analyst/programmer/manager career in software/technology companies, computer services companies, and organizations of all kinds (industry, government, banking, healthcare, non-profit, etc.)

KEY BENEFITS OF THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - COMPUTER SCIENCE

• Learning in a dynamic environment in Switzerland with a multicultural student body and faculty from academia and international business
• Providing knowledge and skills vital for all organizations
• Exploring business and technology trends and understand how IT add value to businesses
• Gaining an effective, comprehensive understanding of information systems design and programming as well as fundamental management areas.

YOUR CAREER WITH YOUR BS-CS

BSc-CS graduates engage in systems analyst/programmer/manager careers in software/technology companies, computer services companies, and organizations of all kinds (industry, government, banking, healthcare, non-profit, etc.). There is an increasing need for such resources as all organizations and their business processes have become more and more dependant on the IT infrastructure and systems.

Detailed Course Facts

• EUR 28425 Year (EEA)
• EUR 28425 Year (Non-EEA)

The tuition of the International University in Geneva, Switzerland, is CHF 34,500 for the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program.

• English

Course Content

The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program draws on the wealth of international know-how and resources of its faculty, visiting speakers and researchers.

Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Science - Computer Science program will take the following core computer science courses complemented with laboratory practice: Programming, Algorithms, Data Structures, Software Engineering, Database Systems, Web Applications Development, Computer Networks, Computer Architecture, IT Service, Security and Project Management. In addition, our curriculum includes various business management (i.e. marketing, accounting, statistics, management, finance, economics, human resources, etc.) as well as soft skills/competencies development courses (i.e. communication, negotiation, leadership, entrepreneurship, problem solving, etc.).

The BSc-CS is comprised of 43 courses taken over 3 years on a full time basis.

Year 1

Trimester 1
Fall

• Introduction to Computing SystemsEnglish writing
• Principles of MarketingCollege AlgebraForeign Language 1 Trimester 2

Winter

• Introduction to ProgrammingMicro-Economics
• Research Methods
• Statistics
• Foreign Language 2

Trimester 3
Spring

• Principles of Management
• Object-oriented Programming
• Essentials of FinanceCalculusWriting for the Workplace

Year 2

Trimester 4
Fall

• Algorithms and Data Structure
• Software EngineeringMacro-Economics
• Quantitative Decision-MakingOrganizational Behavior

ELECTIVE 1

Trimester 5
Winter

• Database SystemsWeb Applications Development (.Net)
• Human Resource Management
• Contemporary Ethical Issues
• Business and Commercial Law

Trimester 6
Spring

• Computer Networks
• Computer ArchitectureManagement of Information SystemsNegotiation and Dispute Resolution

ELECTIVE 2

Year 3

Trimester 7
Fall

• IT Service and Security Management
• International Economics
• Financial Management

ELECTIVE 3

Trimester 8
Winter

• IT Project Management
• Leadership
• Corporate Governance

ELECTIVE 4

Trimester 9
Spring

• Information Systems (Capstone course)
• Entrepreneurship
• International Business
• Sustainable Development

ELECTIVE 5

COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION

English Language Requirements

TOEFL iBT® test : 80

To study at this university, you have to speak English. We advice you to

Requirements

The University welcomes applications from students who have successfully completed a secondary education at an accredited institution with a minimum grade point average of 2.5. All applicants should demonstrate that they havethe maturity and personal skills to cope with university level education.
We hope the information provided on this site helps you to prepare your application.

Students applying to the IUG undergraduate programs must provide the following:

• A completed application form with an essay (200 to 300 words on one of the following topics:
  
  • Describe your biggest achievement in any aspect of your life and the reasons for this success.
  • Select a current issue of national or international importance which you think will have an impact on society. Explain why.
• A certified copy of a secondary school diploma in English
• Certified High School transcripts in English for the last 3 years
• A minimum score of 80 (Internet based test) or 213 (computer based test) on the TOEFL test or another equivalent English proficiency test (IELTS or CEA from Cambridge). To submit the TOEFL test score to the International University in Geneva (IUG), please enter IUG's institutional code number (0130) when you take the test.
• Two passport size photos
• A Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• A copy of the students passport
• A non-refundable application fee payable in Swiss Francs CHF 150.- / Euros EUR120.-, or US Dollars USD 140.-
• A recommendation letter from a guidance counselor or school official (principal or teacher) in English

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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• Academic Excellence Scholarship

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• Alumni Study Travel Fund

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• Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

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* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than International University in Geneva.