School of Mathematics and Computer Sciences

Mathematical facts, procedures, skills, and processes are indispensable in acquiring understanding within all fields of science and central to the development and practice of critical thought and communication. Computer science packages these essentials into program courses at Kentucky State University which integrate theoretical as well as practical topics to provide students with the advanced conceptual framework and technical expertise required to succeed in new and ever-changing markets.

Mathematics offers a bachelor of science in Mathematics Education. Incoming students who desire to pursue a degree in mathematics education should also contact the education department and adhere to all the requirements listed there. Mathematics education students should have both an advisor in the education department and the mathematics department. 

Computer Science offers a Bachelor of Science program in Computer Science with five academic tracks: computer information security, information systems, game development, mathematics, or network engineering. Students will learn skills in programming, systems, information security, databases, game programming, and networking components. The baccalaureate degree program in computer science is modeled in accordance with guidelines established by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).

Students in the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science Mathematics degrees are currently on a teach out plan and this degree will not be offered to incoming students after current students finish their degrees. The only degree that will be offered is a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics Education. All other math degrees are closed to enrollment as of July 1, 2023. 

Please visit our Graduate Catalog page for more information.

Programs

Master of Science in Computer Science

Our Master of Science in Computer Science program is designed for students with Computer Science backgrounds as well as those without a background in other fields of study.

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

The Bachelors in Computer Science offers the following options as Majors: Computer Information Security, Computer Information Systems, Game Development,  Network Engineering and Mathematics.

 

Online Programs

Minor in Computer Science

Students may also choose a Minor in Computer Science by completing 21 semester credit hours.

Certificate Programs

We also offer three certificate programs: Cyber Security Certificate, Network Associate Certificate and Network Professional Certificate.

Dual Credit Courses

The Division of Computer Science offers dual credit in Intro to Computers and Principles of  Computer Science to the local service area. This dual enrollment for high school students reinforces content knowledge and college readiness while providing access to college credit.

Teaching Philosophy

Courses are designed to enable graduates to analyze, design, and develop computer and information systems, networks, and games. Introducing graduates to today’s prevailing programming languages, frameworks, tools, and industry best practices will pave the way for successful careers in the highly-demanded STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) fields with the greatest potential of growth in the 21st century economy.

Strengths

We are proud of the many elements that combine to make our Division strong:

Acting Chair

Dr. Clifton Wise

J.S. Hathaway Hall
Suite 329
204 University Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601

Contact:

Phone: (502) 597-6698
Email: clifton.wise@kysu.edu