B.S. in Computer Science and Technology
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Career field
On graduating from B.S. in Computer Science, you will be able to work in diverse areas of an organization, such as:
- Software development and design
- Management and/or consulting in computer technologies, information technologies or data security
- Creation of interactive applications using virtual reality and augmented reality
- Video game programming
- Design and implement computer networks for companies
- Conduct applied research on new technologies in innovation projects
¿Te identificas?
Si te apasionan las computadoras y la tecnología y estás pensando en crear nuevos programas, apps o gadgets, la carrera de Ingeniería en Tecnologías Computacionales es para ti.
The Bachelor in Computer Science and Technology aims to respond to the advancement of society by developing software systems that support technological innovation to improve the quality of life of society, increase the competitiveness of organizations and support the sustainable development of the country. Graduates of this program generate technological products that promote the solution of problems in everyday, scientific and industrial areas and in which it integrates competences and skills of Computer Science, Software Engineering and Computational Infrastructure. Their strengths include the analysis, design and implementation of algorithms, computational modeling, intelligent systems, software development, and the implementation of computer networks.
Competencies
- Solve problems by generating efficient computer algorithms with computer science models and tools.
- Develop software, applying the software engineering process and quality standards.
- Implement cutting-edge computer infrastructure that meets the needs of interconnection, operation and security informatics.
Entry profile
Tecnológico de Monterrey is looking for a new generation of students that have finished their high school studies and are talented, enthusiastic individuals, who are committed to the development of their environment and the wellbeing of society; people who have the potential to study an undergraduate program and become leaders with an entrepreneurial spirit, humanistic sense and competitive on an international stage.
Entry requirements: High school or equivalent.
The three stages of the model
Choose your path
Exploration
- You will open your competency file and add to it throughout your degree program.
- You will learn the foundations of the area of Engineering - Computer Science and Information Technologies.
- You will participate in fundamental and exploration challenges from the area of Engineering - Computer Science and Information Technologies, interacting with peers from different degree programs.
- You will study general education courses, selecting them from a collection.
- You will participate in a challenge that integrates all the competencies to be developed in this phase.
Focus
- You will acquire the core competencies of your degree, in other words, those that distinguish it.
- You will participate in more focused challenges to reinforce what you have learned and broaden your basic knowledge.
- You will have the elements to decide whether to deepen your knowledge or diversify and, subsequently, build your specialization plan.
- The Tec Weeks, challenges and overall university experiences will enrich your file.
Specialization
- You have decided between diversifying or focusing deeply in your major, which you will achieve by choosing a concentration or a stay, to name a few of your options. The TEC Semester is a flexible time to start.
- You will develop the competencies related to your specialization, increasingly connected to your passions, interests and plans.
- By passing a concentration, you will develop your competencies, and, on graduating, will be a candidate for obtaining a Diploma in that concentration, after meeting the established requirements.
How can you specialize?
Concentrations
Specialize in one of the different concentrations available at the campus of your choice, according to the profile you would like to develop.
Internships
Internships allow you to participate in the development of specific projects with companies, organizations, or research groups, in a context of total immersion related to a specialty field. They can be carried out locally, nationally or internationally.
International experiences
Experience life outside Mexico to broaden your horizons and delve into the topics of your interest.
Courses or blocks
Choose the education units that best adapt to your objectives, enabling you to specialize in your specific interests.
Concentrations
Disciplinary
Delve into your field of study
- Advanced Artificial Intelligence for Data Science
- Arts and Tech Incubator
- Cyber-Physical Systems
- Cybersecurity
- Data Science in Healthcare
- Digital Mindset for Start Ups
- Epidemiology for Public Health Problem Solving
- Film Production and Direction
- Open Innovation and Technology Transfer
- Operational Evolution for Industry
- Strategic Management of Omnichannel Retail
- Systems and Technologies 4.0
- Video Game Design
Transversal
Delve into other fields of study
- Conscious Business
- Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Tools
- Design, Innovation and Technological Entrepreneurship
- Entrepreneurial Families, Sustainability and Transcendence
- Entrepreneurship in Action
- Financial Vision for Decision-Making
- Government and Public Transformation
- Mexican Culture
- Quality of Life and Well-Being
- Social Innovation
*These concentraciones are not the definitive offer and their availability varies by campus.
General education course
Area exploration courses
Introductory block (CHALLENGE)
Area exploration block (CHALLENGE)
Exploration topic (CHALLENGE)
Track integrating block (CHALLENGE)
Disciplinary course
Disciplinary block (CHALLENGE)
Integrating disciplinary block (CHALLENGE)
TEC Semester
Multidisciplinary professional elective (CHALLENGE)
Final integrating block (CHALLENGE)
| ITC |
| Cuarto Semestral |
| Elective Course Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Innovation |
| Software Construction and Decision Making |
| Device Interconnection |
| Implementation of Computational Methods |
| Sexto Semestral |
| Software Development |
| Séptimo Semestral |
| Professional Elective I |
| Professional Elective II |
| Professional Elective III |
| Professional Elective IV |
| Professional Elective V |
| Professional Elective VI |
| Octavo Semestral |
| Elective Multidisciplinary Professional |
| Development of Advanced Applications of Computer Science |
| Implementation of Wide Area Networks and Distributed Services |
