BSc. In Computer Science
About this programme
The programme is designed to achieve a balance between theoretical knowledge gained through lectures and practical knowledge acquired through hands-on and work-based learning experience. Students will develop a firm grounding in the foundations of computer science through the use of project-led laboratory-based activities. The computer science programme provides students with a set of practical skills, which are built on a sound understanding of the principles and theories of computer science. In order to successfully complete BSc Computer Science, you must have a minimum of 146 credits to graduate. These are the courses taught at different levels for the duration of the programme. You’ll be exposed to principles and strategies, but, more importantly, you’ll learn how to actually apply these abstract concepts by coding three different websites for three very different audiences used in laying out print, graphic or web designs.
Entry requirements
1. West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Examinations These are the standard nationally recognized examinations for academic progression into tertiary educational institutions in Ghana. Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) Compulsory Subjects – Grade D or better in three (3) core subjects, including English, Mathematics (Core) and Social Studies or Integrated Science and three Elective Subjects including Elective Mathematics with a minimum of Grade D. West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination(WASSCE) Compulsory Subjects – Grade C6 or better in three (3) core subjects, including English, Mathematics (Core) and Social Studies or Integrated Science and three Elective Subjects including Elective Mathematics with a minimum of Grade C6. General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level Passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better). Also, the applicant must have had credit passes (Grade 6) in five GCE Ordinary Level subjects including English, Mathematics and a Science subject (for non-science students) and an Arts subject for Science students. Advanced Business Certificate Examination (ABCE) Passes in three (3) subjects (at least, one of the passes should be Grade D or better).Also, the applicant must have credit passes in five (5) subjects including English Language, Mathematics, Integrated Science or Social Studies in General Business Examination (GBCE). 2. Mature Student 's Entry The mature students’ entry requires applicants to; be at least 25 years old show proof of age with birth certificate provide introductory letter from employer or show any other proof of employment pass the Mature Students’ Entrance Examinations conducted by the Dominion University. The examination covers English Language, Mathematics and an Aptitude Test. In lieu of this examination, the applicant should have proof of credit passes in English and Mathematics in any of the nationally recognized examinations (WAEC Examinations). 3. Foreign Qualifications All foreign qualifications are referred to the National Accreditation Board (NAB) for determination of equivalences and eligibility for admission to tertiary institutions in Ghana (National Accreditation Board Act, 2007 [Act 744 (2(2b)]). Note: American SAT, TOEFL etc cannot in themselves be accepted as entry qualifications into Ghanaian tertiary institutions. Higher National Diploma (HND) Qualifications An HND holder applicant must have at least a second-class (Lower Division) certificate to qualify to enroll in this programme. He/she must have at least 2 years post HND working experience. Other Diploma qualifications with equivalence of HND may be considered. Note: Dominion University’s entry qualifications for HND are requirements, which follows the requirement of its Mentoring University. 4. Professional and Other Entry Qualifications Entry into the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with professional certificates and any other qualifications beyond the ones specified above are treated on individual cases, where such certificates are referred to the National Accreditation Board for the establishment of their equivalences, to determine their eligibility for admission into the programme.
Career prospects
1. Software Engineer. 2. Data Scientist. 3. Information Systems Manager. 4. Mobile App Developer. 5. Front-End Developer. 6. Enterprise Architect. 7. IT Security Specialist. 8. Data Analyst.