Computer Science Transfer
Highline graduates have many options for transferring to a four-year college or university: public and private, in-state and out-of-state. There are many bachelor’s degree programs not only in Computer Science, but also in Information Technology, Informatics, and Computer Engineering. >> Learn More
We also offer numerous professional technical degrees and short certificates. >> Learn more
You can also continue your education after you have completed an AA or AAS with our BAS in Cybersecurity at Highline College. =)
DIfference between Computer Science and Computer Information Systems
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BAS Cybersecurity
Bachelor of Applied Science in Cybersecurity and Forensics expands on Highline's already strong Computer Science and Computer Information Systems Department.
Professional/Technical
The CS/CIS department at Highline College offers a range of professional/technical programs, ranging from WebDevelopment to Network Engineer, and more.
Transfer to a 4-year school
Transfer to a 4-year school by completing a 2 year AA or AS in Computer Science. Benefits to a large institute include smaller classes and cost!
Continuing Education
Are you looking to further your existing skills? The CS/CIS department offer a range of short certificates that will provide you the skills to enhance your career.
Looking to start a career in CS/CIS?
The CS/CIS Department at Highline College prepares students to be successful in a variety of Information Technology related careers.
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AA and AS in Computer Science
Highline graduates have many options for transferring to a four-year college or university: public and private, in-state and out-of-state.
AAS Network Security Engineer
Network Security Engineer program graduates perform a wide variety of technical duties. In roles such as network administrator and network specialist, they maintain network hardware and software.
AAS Web/Database Development
Web/Database Developer graduates design and create dynamic, data-driven websites for small to mid-size businesses. Highline works closely with industry to ensure that students gain the right skills.
AAS Global Cybersecurity Investigations
The Global Cybersecurity Investigations program prepares graduates for entry-level positions in data recovery services at businesses, government, and law enforcement agencies.
AAS Web Design
This program will equip students to be exposed to creating good quality front end website designs and integration into back end code.
AAS Online Marketing & Social Media Architect
This program will equip students to be exposed to creating good quality content and utilizing effective online marketing strategies - SEO (Search Engine Optimization) and social media.
AA with emphasis in Computer Science
AA emphasis in CS will allow you to transfer to a 4-year school and pursue a bachelor program.
AS Computer Science
AA emphasis in CS will allow you to transfer to a 4-year school and pursue a bachelor program. AS Computer Science does include additional Math and Physics classes and geared towards specific 4-year schools.
AAS Technical Communication
This program will equip students to be exposed to creating good quality content needed by the likes of technical staff as well as end users.
BAS Cybersecurity
Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Cybersecurity and Forensics will give you a chance to build on your technical degree with upper-division coursework in a high-tech, high-demand area. Earning an applied bachelor's degree may help you make higher wages and prepare you for higher-level specialized technical positions. The skill set may also prepare you to later move into a managerial position.
AA with emphasis in CIS
AA emphasis in CIS will allow you to transfer to a 4-year school and pursue a bachelor program.