德保尔大学

The Bachelor of Arts in Professional Studies with a Major in Computing builds knowledge and skills in computing and technology-based systems for application in a range of organizational settings. In this program, students examine their prior and current work-based experience in light of theory and principles. This program intentionally helps students to integrate liberal arts learning, with an emphasis on agile and critical thinking, with a professional specialization.

This major advances students' foundational knowledge in a range of computing areas. Students may pursue concentrations in computer science, information systems, information technology, network technology, and security. With a range of elective courses offered in the major, students may specialize further in areas of particular interest to them.

Features of the Bachelor of Arts in Professional Studies with a Major in Computing include:

• Designed for working adult students with flexible scheduling including online options
• Financial Aid, flexible payment options, and special adult student tuition pricing available
• Acceleration and affordability through transfer credit and prior learning assessment (PLA) credit
• Opportunities to combine bachelor's and master’s programs and apply graduate courses to both programs
• Individualized program planning, course selection and advising assistance provided
• Enhanced career opportunities through professional portfolio development, instruction from industry practitioners, and wide-ranging Career Services support
• Degree granted by DePaul University, with its excellent academic reputation and the opportunity to join its prestigious and extensive alumni network

Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

• Design a technology-based solution to a problem in an organization.
• Plan the implementation of a technology-based system customized to an organization.
• Analyze a technology-based system in an organization and recommend improvements.
• Investigate problems using qualitative and quantitative methods.
• Apply ethical principles in contest.
• Apply various methods of communication in multiple settings.
• Analyze and apply different liberal arts perspectives.