bachelor of arts in computer science

Degree Requirements

The minimum number of credits required for the Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science (B.A.C.S.) degree is 120 credits. This degree will be awarded to students who satisfy all admission and degree requirements for the department.

Students entering FAU with fewer than 30 credits must satisfy the course requirements specified in the catalog section, Degree Requirements. Students entering FAU with more than 30 credits (transfer students) must see the undergraduate advisor for an evaluation of courses taken at another school. The general education requirements are satisfied normally if a student has an Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree from a Florida community or state college.

Students must complete 39 credits of B.A.C.S. courses and 18 credits of Computer Science
Electives with a grade of "C" or better.

Pass/Fail Grades: Courses taken as pass/fail are not accepted for Computer Science students.

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Degree Requirements for a Second BA in Computer Science

The minimum number of FAU credits needed to earn a second bachelor's degree (B.A.C.S.) is 30 credits at the 3000 level or higher.

1. Students must have completed 39 credits of core courses in the B.A.C.S. program. Each course must be completed with a minimum grade of "C."

2. Students must have completed 6 credits of Computer Science electives. Each course must be completed with a minimum grade of "C."

3. Students must have completed the math prerequisites necessary to take the core and elective courses in the program.