Associate Degree in General Computer Science (Transfer)

Associate Degree 2 Years On-Campus United States
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About This Programme

Want to earn your bachelor's in computer science, without spending a fortune? Start your degree right by taking your first two years at Lane before transferring to a four-year college. Whether you’re interested in hardware engineering, database administration, software development, research, or AI, see why starting your computer science degree at Lane will be your best two years. Lane's Computer Science Associate of Science Transfer (CS-AST) degree is designed to help you transfer with junior standing to a four-year public university in Oregon and earn your Bachelor of Science in Computer Science. By earning your CS-AST, you’ll meet the general education requirements at many four-year institutions, while broadening your knowledge in computer science. Whether you want to start your career as soon as you earn your bachelor's or you want to continue to graduate school, your two years at Lane will make sure you’re prepared for whatever comes next. You'll take the science, math, writing, social sciences, and cultural literacy to meet the general education requirements at most four-year institutions, while still being able to focus on your passion for computer science. No matter what your goals, our advisors will help you craft a plan to get you on your way! 

Career Path 

Graduates career paths includes Junior Software Developer, Web Developer, Mobile App Developer, QA Tester, Game Developer (Entry Level), , Help Desk Analyst, Systems Support Assistant, Network Support Technician, Technical Support Specialist, Data Technician, Junior Data Analyst, Database Assistant, Security Operations Assistant, Cybersecurity Technician, Cloud Support Technician, Firewall Support Technician, IT Support Technician, Reporting Analyst. 

Eligibility Requirements
Post Study Work Visa
Post Study Work Visa availability - YES
Admission Requirement
We’ve simplified the admission process to help you get started quickly and easily. You can find all requirements for admission to Lane Community College below;

1. WASSCE/A level Certificate 

2. School Transcript

3. Passport

4. Recommendation Letter

English Language Requirement

Lane Community College will accept, for the purposes of meeting the English proficiency requirement, English taken in 12-year education, or English is designated as the primary and official language and the principle language of instruction. If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit 

1. English language proficiency at a minimum of IELTS band 6.5 (or equivalent) or PTE Score or Duolingo English Test score before you start your course.

Programme Details
Associate Degree Level
2 Years Duration
On-Campus Mode
United States Country
Intakes
January, 2026
April, 2025 → November, 2025
Closed
March, 2026
January, 0025 → December, 2025
Closed
September, 2026
November, 2025 → June, 2026
Open
January, 2027
April, 2026 → November, 2026
Likely Open
March, 2027
January, 0026 → December, 2026
Open