According to the Association of Computing Machinery, Computer Science (CS) is a discipline offers a foundation to adapt to new technologies and new ideas, and broken into three categories: designing and building software, developing effective ways to solve computing problems, and devising new and innovative ways of using computers and addressing particular challenges in certain areas.

Areas of CS include software engineering, software development, project management, information theory, robotics, database management / design, web design, web development, and app development.

Important subjects related to CS include physics, algebra, calculus and English.

Good computer scientists have strong analytical and logical skills, problem solving and communication skills. Is a bachelor’s degree sufficient to meet the need of jobs in the CS field? A bachelor’s degree is sufficient for a number of jobs related to CS but some students return to school to acquire a Master’s or PhD. Getting certifications in different areas, such as networking, database management, or project management can make the student more marketable compared to just having a degree. With our increasing reliance on computer systems, it makes CS a growing field with computer scientists typically being sought after and receiving high salaries.

Software engineer, web developer, database administrator, network engineer, web designer, software developer, teacher, research assistant, IT consultant, computer engineer, mobile app developer are some of the occupations that are offered with a CS degree.

Disciplines related to CS include Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Information Technology (IT) and Software Engineering.

The Department of Mathematics and Computer Sciences offers the Bachelor of Science degree in three major areas: Computer Science, Cybersecurity and Mathematics. The Mathematics program provides both teaching and non-teaching options.

The educational experience available in the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Mathematical & Computer Science Department offers unparalleled student experience. Our undergraduate program prepares students for graduate studies in Computer Science & Technology and interdisciplinary fields such as cloud computing and data analytics.

Preparing students for a career in their chosen field of study is “MISSION POSSIBLE” for us at the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. Realizing that there is more and more emphasis on “diversity” and the “global society” in today’s workplace, we endeavor to meet those challenges by integrating more non-traditional techniques in preparing our student clientele. Practical work experience, professional exposure and social skills now compete with academic development on the resume’. The Mathematics & Computer Science (MCS) Unit at UAPB (University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff) provides this unique opportunity for all Mathematics & Computer Science majors and the student body as a whole.

• To support other departments requiring students to develop a certain level of mathematical, scientific, and technological maturity
• To provide all students with the opportunity to acquire sufficient basic skills for daily living
• To develop mathematical, scientific, and technological concepts required for certification and successful teaching
• To provide those experiences that will facilitate successful graduate study and enhance job opportunities in the marketplace

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• Women in Computer Science & IT (Information Technology)
• National Center for Women & Information Technology

MCS Interim Chairperson

Harris, Anna, Ph.D.
Professor & Interim Chair
Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff
1200 North University Dr.
Mail Slot 4989
Pine Bluff, AR 71603
Office Phone: (870) 575 – 8786
Office Fax: (870) 575 – 4689
harrisa@uapb.edu