American University in Bulgaria

Computer Science (Minor)*

The Computer Science minor is available to students majoring in other disciplines – such as Mathematics and Economics – who wish to study some aspects of a traditional computer science curriculum but are not able to take the full Computer Science major.

The Computer Science minor curriculum is designed to enable students to meet the following skill or competency-based outcomes and show mastery of some computer science knowledge and skills, through ability to:

• demonstrate an understanding of and ability to apply current theories, models, techniques and technologies that provide a basis for problem solving;
• work as an effective individual and as part of a team to develop and deliver quality software;
• have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing;
• be aware of key ethical issues affecting computer science and their responsibilities as computer science professionals;
• learn new theories, models, techniques and technologies as they emerge and appreciate the necessity of such continuing professional development.

Typical employment areas for graduates are: programmer/analysts; systems analysts; software quality assurance analysts; network systems and data communications analysts; Internet developers or Web designers; database administrators; system administrators or network administrators.

*Being enrolled in at least one undergraduate major program is obligatory. Up to 2 minors could be added to a major, at no extra cost.