Computing Majors offered at BYU

Information Technology

Information technology refers to the preparation of students to meet the computer technology needs of business, government, healthcare, schools, and other kinds of organizations. IT professionals possess the right combination of knowledge and practical, hands-on expertise to take care of both an organization’s information technology infrastructure and the people who use it.

Information Systems

ISYS majors learn how to plan and manage information resources and knowledge in organizations, government agencies, and corporations. They study various information systems, such as those used for business data, systems planning and integration, data storage and security, and business systems networking. Information systems is concerned with the information that computer systems can provide to aid a company, non-profit or governmental organization in defining and achieving its goals. BYU ISYS Homepage

Computer Science

Computer science offers a foundation that permits graduates to adapt to new technologies and new ideas. Students study the principles of computational science, computing theory; computer hardware design; computer development and programming; and applications to a variety of end-use situations.The work of computer scientists falls into three categories: Software design, developing ways to solve computing problems, and devising new ways of using computers. BYU CS Homepage

Computer Engineering

Computer engineering students study the design of digital hardware and software systems and learn to apply mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development and operational evaluation of computer hardware and software systems and related equipment and facilities. Students develop a strong background in basic computer engineering subjects, physics, and mathematics, and then take specific courses related to computers, electronics, and applied physics. BYU CE Homepage

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