George Mason University - Undergraduate Programs

The Computer Science Department offers two Bachelor of Science degrees: the BS in Computer Science and the inter-disciplinary BS in Applied Computer Science. Students pursuing the BS in Applied Computer Science degree will select one of four concentrations: Bioinformatics, Computer Game Design, Geography, or Software Engineering.

The Department also offers two minors: the Minor in Computer Science and the Minor in Software Engineering for students pursuing other undergraduate degree programs, as well as an Undergraduate Certificate in Computer Science for students who possess an undergraduate degree in a technical (science or engineering) field but lack a formal credential in the computer science field.... [-]

The bachelor degree programs in biology provide a sound liberal arts education with substantial experience in quantitative and analytical thought, along with preparation for related professions. Our entire core (required) courses include a recitation, a laboratory, or both and we require additional laboratory experience beyond the core.

Through the requirements outlined above, the Department provides the strong background necessary not only for graduate study in the Life Sciences, but also enables students to develop careers in a wide variety of disciplines, including secondary school teaching, environmental management, microbiology, molecular biology, biotechnology, genetics, wildlife management, fisheries biology, and marine science. Furthermore, our curriculum prepares a student for careers in the Health Sciences including medicine, dentistry, veterinary science and related allied health disciplines. The BS degree in Medical Laboratory Science prepares students for careers in doctor’s offices, and hospitals, as well as in biotechnology and industrial laboratories. Individuals with the MLAB degree often move into research and administrative positions later in their careers.... [-]

Criminology, Law and Society is a dynamic, multidisciplinary unit. Students at the graduate and undergraduate level develop strong foundations in research, methods, theories and systems of justice, criminology and crime policy, security, and law and society. They graduate with the knowledge and skills needed to understand the causes and consequences of crime and injustice, the responses by criminal and civil justice institutions, and what works to improve social conditions among affected individuals, communities, organizations, and countries.

Thank you for your interest in the Criminology, Law and Society (CLS) undergraduate programs at George Mason University! Please see below for how to apply and various resources for prospective Mason undergraduate students.... [-]

Become a cyber superhero. Technology and the sustained flow of information now touch every part of our daily lives. Attacks on our interconnected financial networks, utility systems, and lines of communication, if successful, can be crippling to the pulse of organized society. Concern about the global threat of cyber-terrorism led the Volgenau School of Engineering to design the only degree of its kind in the country. BS in cyber security engineering focuses on safeguarding existing systems and building resilient new ones.

Students who earn their degree from the first such program in the U.S. will be uniquely positioned for high-demand careers protecting physical systems from cyber attacks. Graduates will find jobs in government, defense, transportation, telecommunications, or almost any field they choose. The first class entered in 2014 and local employers such as the Advanced Physics Laboratory of Johns Hopkins University and Northrop Grumman are already courting these students for internships.... [-]

Take a deep breath, get your paperwork together, gather your references, and apply to the university through Mason's online application process. Once you've been accepted into Mason, you can select a major in the Volgenau School of Engineering.

We're near some of the most advanced scientific and engineering research in the nation, which means you'll have amazing opportunities to gain hands-on experience through study abroad, internships, and research projects. As Virginia’s largest public research university, Mason will give you the resources and support you need to propel you into a rewarding career. It'll also be a fun four years.

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The Bachelor of Arts in Government and International Politics degree program at George Mason University's Schar School of Policy and Government is ideal for students who are interested in a career path in political analysis, international relations, public service, law, campaigns, or research. As a student in the program, you will learn to critically examine political issues, prominent actors, and processes in government, foreign policy, and international affairs. As governments and politics around the world respond to the rapid advancement of technology, this degree program equips students to face new challenges boldly and effectively.