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WGU Computer Science vs Software Development 2023 — ALL Transfers Credits [w/ Study.com mapping]
Western Governors University (WGU) offers two degree programs in the field of computer science and software development: the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and the Bachelor of Science in Software Development. Both of these programs are designed to prepare students for careers in the field of computer science and software development, but there are some key differences between the two programs that prospective students should be aware of.
With both of these degree programs, you can transfer in a considerable amount of inexpensive credits from Study.com, a subscription-based educational platform. On average, one month at WGU costs around $550 in tuition, where as Study.com costs about $140 after using the discount code “JoshMadakor”.
For a list of all Study.com transferrable courses for WGU’s Computer Science and Software Development degrees, see the following spreadsheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1SHtCCKJafxrTJiB-59s8GOAn2J4b1dqCDjm-iurA9oU/edit#gid=423363706
One of the main differences between the two programs is the focus of the coursework. The Computer Science degree program at WGU focuses on the principles of computer science, including algorithms, data structures, computer architecture, and programming languages. This program is designed to give students a broad understanding of the field of computer science and prepare them for a wide range of careers in the field, including roles as software developers, systems analysts, and data scientists.
On the other hand, the Software Development degree program at WGU is more focused on the practical skills needed to design…
