What you will study
Much like a web developer degree, you’ll take core coursework in computer programming,
data structures, operating systems, programming languages and more. Unlike a web development
degree, though, you’ll choose from dozens of electives to specialize your Computer
Networking degree in cloud computing, systems design, software development and other
fields. This flexibility helps set the University of Central Missouri apart from other
programs. Choose from topics in client-side and server-side web programming, computer
systems administration and web applications security.
UCM’s Computer Networking degree offers much more than web development degrees by
balancing both hardware and software aspects of computer networks. You’ll learn the
latest technologies to develop web applications, plus how to make them secure.
During your final year, you will collaborate with other Software Development and Software
Engineering students on a substantial project in a capstone course. Working with our
industry partners, you will apply the knowledge and skills you’ve learned and pursue
a real-world project related to computer networking and cloud computing. Your project
might involve group dynamics, ethical and professional responsibility or another topic
you’re interested in.
Excellence in Computer Science
- 95%: UCM Computer Science majors, including Computer Networking degree graduates, are
employed or in graduate school within six months after completing our program.
- Top 15%: Best value college for computer and information sciences (College Factual)
Unique learning opportunities in computer networking
The University of Central Missouri’s Computer Networking degree will provide you with
the knowledge and skills to develop, install, maintain and troubleshoot software applications
that will reside in the cloud, internet and local networks. You’ll learn from leading
experts with web developer degrees and other areas of specialty who train networking
professionals throughout Missouri and beyond.
Our Computer Networking degree helps you get hands-on, real-world job experience here
on campus and beyond through:
- Undergraduate research: Our more than 20 faculty members conduct theoretical and applied research and publish
their results in major research journals. They’ll help you pursue research that interests
you — whether it’s through independent study, 1-on-1 classes or a collaborative research
project. It’s our goal for you to take what you’ve learned from our degree in Computer
Networking and help advance our profession.
- Internships: UCM has multiple industry partners that provide internships to students in computer
science, cloud computing and web developer degree-related courses. These are great
ways for you to gain valuable experience — and earn college credit — as you build
your resume and skill set to increase your marketability for computer networking jobs.
- Programming competitions: UCM Computer Networking majors compete against students from web development degree
programs, cloud computing degrees and related computer science fields at other colleges
and universities in programming competitions. You’ll have the chance to participate
in the International Collegiate Programming Competition (ICPC) and 48-hour Code-A-Thons.
We also host on-campus Game Jams for students in all Computer Science programs. These
events challenge your expertise, help you solve problems alongside your classmates
and give you valuable experience.
- Study abroad: France, Germany and the Netherlands are just a few locations where you could study
abroad. You’ll gain a new perspective as you immerse yourself in another culture while
taking classes that help you earn your Computer Networking degree. The University
of Central Missouri offers study abroad scholarships and grants, so you may also be
able to get financial aid to help pay for your travels.
What can you do with a Computer Networking degree from UCM?
Computer networking professionals keep network systems running smoothly. You might
be developing the next great cloud-based application, working in full stack development,
perfecting the user experience, maintaining software and hardware, keeping a watchful
eye on potential problems, analyzing issues that arise and much more.
More on computer networking careers
Explore the many ways Computer Networking degrees are used in the computer science
field. You can also check out job outlooks, salary expectations and other valuable
career insights for graduates with web development degrees, cloud computing degrees
and other computer science expertise.
Financial assistance options for your Computer Networking degree
At the University of Central Missouri, you get the best of both worlds: a well-respected
degree that is also affordable. We offer competitive tuition rates, and we have a
variety of opportunities and resources to help you finance your college education.
In addition to tutoring and teaching assistantships, we also have scholarships specifically
for Computer Science and Computer Networking students, including:
- ACM Scholarship
- Brown Scholarship
- Computer Science Achievement Award
- Griffith Scholarship
- Harmon Scholarship
- Kennedy Scholarship
- Moore Scholarship
- Computer Science Achievement Award
Meet Ahmon W.
BS Computer Science ’19
“UCM’s degree in Computer Networking prepared me to handle complex technical problems
faced in the IT field. I believe the critical thinking skills learned and practiced
within the curriculum are invaluable and will be relevant as technology constantly
evolves."
Cutting-Edge Cloud Computing Spaces
UCM gives you the tools and tech to succeed
Undergraduate students in our Computer Science programs, including those in our Computer
Networking degree, have access to more than 200 computers in seven labs. They’re all
equipped with Linux and Microsoft Windows operating systems, which means you’ll be
using the latest technologies as you develop your skills. We also have three student
common areas where you can collaborate on assignments and other projects.
Take Your Education Outside the Classroom
Join an honor society or student chapter
You’ll have a variety of opportunities to learn from computer science professionals
with web developer degrees, cloud computing degrees and other specialty areas. For
example, you can attend conferences and participate in statewide and national programs
as a member of our Association of Computing Machinery student chapter and Upsilon
Pi Epsilon, an honor society for computing and information disciplines.
Get Involved
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