Computer Science at Suffolk University is exceptionally hands-on. From the start, you’ll get substantial experience with machine-level programming and direct exposure to computer architecture, networks, and programming for a thorough understanding of hardware and software systems.

Computers continue to have an exciting and evolving influence on how we understand the world and how we communicate with one another. To this end, many Suffolk students go on to careers beyond software development. Engineering, advertising, television and film production, and video-game design are all popular choices that require computational expertise. Many students combine the major with courses in Math, Engineering, Art, and Design.

Careers

Our major will prepare you for a wide range of professional roles in computer science, information technology, engineering, and business, as well as graduate study. You might work as a computer programmer, software engineer, web developer, system analyst, or video game developer. Salaries for these positions are quite high. According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics, the mean salaries for these types of positions range from $67,540 to $104,480.