This degree covers a broad range in both theoretical and practical computer studies and technologies, including but not limited to software engineering, interactive media, virtual reality technology, data processing and systems and informational framework development. Computer science is an ever-expanding, ever-changing field that exposes students to both practical and theoretical learning. Students may also study a specific concentration, such as software engineering or computational biology. This degree can provide a wide range of career possibilities such as software engineer, computer scientist, data-communications analyst, computer repairman or computer-sciences professor.
This degree focuses on communication within and between computers. Students will learn the whole gambit of computer-based information technology, including software and hardware, how such information is created, sent and received, and how to better improve such communications as technology is updated. Information technology goes hand in hand with programming and Internet engineering, which students will also learn. Students will study ethical theory in the classroom as it relates to digital communication and e-commerce as well. A degree in information technology can lead you to a career as a computer scientist, programmer, college professor and more.
The job title "mathematician" is expected to become more obscure in coming years, yet that doesn't render this degree less important. On the contrary, the use of professionals with mathematics degrees to solve computer-based problems is expected to rise. A mathematics degree offers a wide range of job possibilities in business, government and school environments. Those with degrees with mathematics can obtain a concentration in computer technologies and work at a business's IT help desk or perform other computer-related services.
Very similar to an information-technology degree, management information systems focuses more on the management side of handling computer data. You will learn everything about information technology, including how to create, design, store, transmit and receive data, in addition to management techniques and policies. You will learn how to make wise business decisions that come with a management position, how to manage a staff and how to implement security measures in your information network. Some schools offer this field of study as a concentration within a business degree. Such a degree will likely prepare you to become a managing programmer or a similar business-related position.
Students of computer engineering learn how to build and handle basic system structures of computers, electronics, digital and virtual systems. Engineering degrees come in many different concentrations, including wireless communications, computer processing, power systems and more. Students will be confronted with a wide variety of computer hardware and software issues as well as learn how to design various computer systems. Such a degree can lead the way to a career as a hardware or software engineer, an IT help desk representative, and more.