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Computers - from mobile phones to tablets to laptops, desktops, server and much more - touch nearly every aspect of daily life in today's modern world. Technology is powered not just by silicon chips and electricity, but by the creativity and ingenuity of computer scientists who translate society's needs and wants into products that can improve both society and the economy.

A computer science education will give you the training, knowledge and skills you'll need to launch an successfully information technology career in nearly any industry. Jobs are available in just about every industry, including medicine, communications, entertainment, aeronautics, manufacturing, law enforcement, energy, forestry, environmental technologies and food production.

Computer Science @ UNB Saint John

The computer science program at UNB Saint John is offered through the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BScCS) degree. As a BScCS student, you'll develop analytical and problem-solving skills as you learn about design and management, practical applications, networking technology and information process.

You can complete a general BScCS degree or specialize in:

  • High Performance Scientific Computing
  • Networking
  • Software Engineering

UNB Saint John also offers a Bachelor of Information Sciences (BIS) degree program. 

Computer Science @ UNB Fredericton

The computer science program at UNB Fredericton is offered through the Bachelor of Computer Science (BCS) degree and the Bachelor of Science in Software Engineering (BScSwE).

The BCS degree is offered by the Faculty of Computer Science. While the BScSwE degree is offered jointly by the Faculty of Computer Science and the Faculty of Engineering. A Bachelor of Information Systems (BISys) degree is also available.

Students in the computer science program at UNB Fredericton can take advantage of numerous co-operative education (co-op) opportunities that provide both work experience as well as financial benefits to participating students.


UNB Saint John

Learn more about Computer Science at UNB Saint John. 

UNB Fredericton

Learn more about Computer Science at UNB Fredericton.