Computer Scientists work in virtually every employment sector and influence the study of every field. Lewis University offers innovative CS+X programs that prepare students to apply the knowledge and tools of Computer Science to diverse disciplines. Each CS+X program features coursework in Computer Science, discipline X, and a foreign language. Students will complete their degree by completing a capstone project that bridges both disciplines, as well as an internship that will give them professional experience in their chosen fields.
- CS+History
- CS+Music
- CS+Political Science
- CS+Theology
In addition to a very interesting set of curriculum options, students also have excellent opportunities to obtain valuable work experience while attending Lewis University. Lewis provides numerous work-study jobs for its undergraduates, in which students can gain hands-on experience maintaining computer systems and assisting other students. Local businesses frequently contact the department concerning both part-time and full-time employment opportunities. Many students from the Department of Engineering, Computing, and Mathematical Sciences majors work at the Argonne National Laboratory as part of a cooperative education program.
Transfer Students
Most transfer students who enroll at Lewis starting their junior year complete the major in two years. It is important, however, that students carefully evaluate which of their prior coursework will transfer by examining course descriptions instead of course titles, as the meaning of course titles do vary across different institutions.
Computer Science + History / Bachelor of Arts
Total Credit Hours: 128
Major Credit Hours: 76
Degree Requirements
I. Computer Science Courses (27)
II. Mathematics Course (4)
III. History Courses (30)
| HIST-10100 | Global History and Culture 1 | 3 |
| HIST-10200 | Global History and Culture 2 | 3 |
| HIST-20300 | Historiography 1: Sophomore Writing Seminar | 3 |
| HIST-XXXXX | One US History Course | 3 |
| HIST-XXXXX | One European History Course | 3 |
| HIST-XXXXX | One Non-Western History Course | 3 |
| HIST-XXXXX | HIST Electives | 12 |
IV. Foreign Language (6)
Students will take two semesters of a foreign language that is not their native tongue.
V. Internship (3)
VI. Capstone (6)
Students will enroll in these two courses in the same semester. They will complete an interdisciplinary project under the guidance of the professors who teach these two courses.
VII. Advanced Writing Requirement
General Education Advanced Writing Requirement will be satisfied by successful completion of
Computer Science + Music / Bachelor of Arts
Total Credit Hours: 128
Major Credit Hours: 72
Degree Requirements
I. Computer Science Courses (27)
II. Mathematics Course (4)
III. Music Courses (29)
IV. Foreign Language (6)
Students will take two semesters of a foreign language that is not their native tongue.
V. Internship (3)
VI. Capstone (3)
VII. Advanced Writing Requirement
General Education Advanced Writing Requirement will be satisfied by successful completion of
Computer Science + Political Science / Bachelor of Arts
Total Credit Hours: 128
Major Credit Hours: 73
Degree Requirements
I. Computer Science Courses (27)
II. Mathematics Course (4)
III. Political Science Core Courses (18)
IV. Concentration Courses (12)
Students will work with their advisor to select 12 credit hours of elective courses in one of the following concentrations:
- Political Science
- International Relations
- Public Policy
V. Foreign Language (6)
Students will take two semesters of a foreign language that is not their native tongue.
VI. Internship (3)
VII. Capstone (3)
VIII. Advanced Writing Requirement
General Education Advanced Writing Requirement will be satisfied by successful completion of
Computer Science + Theology / Bachelor of Arts
Total Credit Hours: 128
Major Credit Hours: 75
Degree Requirements
I. Computer Science Courses (27)
II. Mathematics Course (4)
III. Theology Core Courses (17)
IV. Concentration Courses
A. Theological Studies Concentration (15)
Concentration: THLG
Students will work with their advisor to select 12 credit hours of Theology Special Topics courses with one course in each of the following designations: Ecclesiology, Christology, Religion and Culture, and Scripture. Students will also take THEO 41500: Theology Studies Seminar.
B. Pastoral Ministry Concentration (15)
Concentration: PSTR
Students will work with their advisor to select 9 credit hours of Theology Special Topics courses selected from 3 out of 4 of the following designations: Ecclesiology, Spirituality, Interfaith and Intercultural Dialogue, and Social Justice. Students will also take THEO 30200: Theology of Pastoral Ministry and THEO 40200: Pastoral Ministry Practicum.
V. Foreign Language (6)
Students will take two semesters of a foreign language that is not their native tongue.
VI. Internship (3)
VII. Capstone (3)
VIII. Advanced Writing Requirement
General Education Advanced Writing Requirement will be satisfied by successful completion of