Computer Science: AI-Assisted Software Engineering Concentration, B.A. – Online

Required General Education Courses:

• MATH 1120: Business Calculus (3)
• STAT 1222: Introduction to Statistics (3)

Core Courses: 

• ITSC 1212: Introduction to Computer Science I (4)
• ITSC 1213: Introduction to Computer Science II (4)
• ITSC 1600: Computing Professionals (2)
  • or ITSC 2600: Computer Science Program, Identity, Career (2)
• ITSC 2175: Logic and Algorithms (3)
• ITSC 2214: Data Structures and Algorithms (4)
• ITSC 3688: Computers and Their Impact on Society (3)

Math and Statistics: 

• STAT 2223: Elements of Statistics II (3)

Concentration Courses:

• ITSC 3160: Database Design and Implementation (3)
• ITIS 3135: Front-End Web Application Development (3)
• ITIS 4166: Backend Application Development (3)
• ITIS 4164: AI-Assisted Software Development (3)
• ITIS 3310: Software Architecture and Design (3)

Elective Courses in Other Disciplines:

Select 15 elective credit hours from among any prefix other than ITSC, ITCS, DTSC, or ITIS. The Project Management Undergraduate Certificate is 16 credit hours, and is one option for fulfilling this requirement. 

Capstone:

You have the option of choosing a 2-semester or a 1-semester capstone. If you chose a 1-semester capstone, then you’ll need a technical elective course.

Technical Elective Courses:

• ITIS 3130: Introduction to Human-Centered Computing (3)
• ITIS 3200: Introduction to Information Security and Privacy (3)
• ITIS 3300: Software Requirements, Analysis, and Testing (3)
• ITIS 4350: Design Prototyping (3)

First-year students
This program is open to first-year students.

Please note: Some majors at UNC Charlotte are competitive for admission and require an above-average academic profile, including Business, Nursing, Computer Science, and Engineering. Applicants who are not competitive for admission to a more selective major may still be offered admission to the University as an undeclared student.

Transfer students
The B.A. in Computer Science program requires a 2.5 or higher cumulative GPA and a grade of C or higher in all previously attempted Computer Science courses. Transfers will need 24+ transferrable credit hours to be considered for admissions.

Prior to transferring, students must earn a grade of “C” or better in college-level algebra, equivalent to UNC Charlotte MATH 1100.

Current UNC Charlotte Students Interested In Changing Their Major
Current UNC Charlotte students interested in switching to the online B.A. in Computer Science should visit this page. Students who have questions about changing majors (or switching to the online format) should reach out to the CCI Advising Center at cci-advising-center@charlotte.edu.

New Student to UNC Charlotte

• July 1 (fall)
• November 15 (spring)
• May 1 (first half summer term)

Returning Student to UNC Charlotte

• July 29 (fall)
• December 1 (spring)
• May 1 (summer)

Industry Connections – Courses integrate real-world projects and tools, with opportunities to partner with employers on industry projects.

Charlotte Advantage – Study at a nationally ranked university in a top tech hub. Charlotte’s industry network provides opportunities locally and globally.

Flexible, Online Format – 100% online, asynchronous courses fit your schedule while fostering collaboration through platforms like Inscribe.

Respected Degree – Ranked #4 (tie) in the nation for online bachelor’s programs (U.S. News & World Report), UNC Charlotte graduates earn nearly $90,000 starting salaries at companies like Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Duke Energy, and Lowe’s.

UNC Charlotte computer science graduates launch careers in roles such as:

• Software Engineer
• AI/ML Developer
• Full-Stack Developer
• Computer and Information Systems Manager
• Systems Analyst
• Technology Project Manager

According to Lightcast (Q3 2025 dataset):

• 81% of graduates are working in the field they studied
• Average estimated earnings: $124K annually
• Alumni are making an impact at companies like Wells Fargo, Bank of America, Duke Energy, Ally, Microsoft, and IBM

NC Resident: $189.48 per credit hour
Non-Resident: $864.73 per credit hour