Bachelor of Applied Science in Applied Computing

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN APPLIED COMPUTING

Lead and innovate in the world of information technology.

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Aug 1

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$79K

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Offered at the University of Arizona's main campus and online, the Bachelor of Arts and Sciene Applied Computing prepares you to use computation and technology as universal tools

In the BAS AC, you’ll be immersed in an interdisciplinary curriculum that enables you to build a strong foundation in computer programming, web development and application development.

Applied Computing is an expanding field of study that prepare you to advance your career across a wide range of government, private, and public organizations including military, finance, retail, education and manufacturing.—setting you up for a fascinating career.

* Average salary for applied computing bachelor's graduates according to Payscale, July 2025.

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN IN THE BAS AC

  • Information and communication technologies, tools, programs and solutions, including social media, and the societal implications of their use
  • Digital storytelling
  • Theories of new media and their impact on online content development, social media, digital marketing and market research
  • Program and solution development for online digital environments
  • Theories of human behaviors, interactions and biases that underlie digitally mediated communication
  • Information-age literacies, including evaluation of information, privacy and security, and information ethics and bias
  • Research methods and presentation skills for information science
  • Recognition and analysis of ethical and policy concerns raised by new technologies
  • Effective communication across cultures and with diverse peoples and groups

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Are you ready to lead and innovate in the world of information technology?

Learn more about the Bachelor of Applied Science in Intelligence and Information Operations by contacting us at infosci-ugrad@arizona.edu or begin your application today:

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