BA, BS in Computer Science

We offer four-year Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Arts degree programs that combine computing theory and programming skills, both of which are essential for solving problems in many types of careers. Our computer science program emphasizes: understanding theoretical foundations of computing; appreciating the interdependency of various aspects and components of computing; applying computer science principles to real-world problems; cultivating software development skills; adapting to the latest technologies. Advantages of Studying Computer Science at Duquesne include: Small classes, one-on-one mentoring and tutoring. Opportunity to participate in faculty research projects. Faculty respected for both scholarly and educational accomplishments. Up-to-date labs and software and alternate operating systems. Access to a high performance cluster computer when needed. Majoring in computer science will: train you to create software applications in fields ranging from gaming to Web and mobile apps; give you a strong understanding of computational theory and best practices so that you can adapt throughout your career to ever-evolving computing capabilities; prepare you for graduate study leading to research-and-development opportunities; provide you with a strong technology background that could, with other education, lead to entrepreneurial ventures or technically-demanding positions in fields including business, engineering, medicine, and science. Careers in Computer Science: Over 90 percent of recent graduates have gone to graduate school and/or have found employment related to their computer science major. Employers include: Pixar (R&D in Computer Generated Imaging), EA Sports (game development), FBI (cyber security), Raytheon (first-responder command system). Some of our students have received graduate assistantships in computer science PhD programs at a number of major institutions, including: University of California at Berkeley, University of Wisconsin at Madison, University of Washington, and Notre Dame.