The Department offers Bachelor of Science degrees in Computer Science and Computer Engineering. The Computer Science major consists primarily of software classes, while the Computer Engineering major has more hardware design classes. In both cases, the curriculum encompasses a general education in mathematics, science and the humanities, as well as an in-depth study of computing. The Department also offers a minor for students who want to use computers in another field or to teach computer science at the secondary school level. In addition, selected service courses are offered to provide an introduction to the use of computers as tools for students of many backgrounds and interests.
The Department offers four graduate degrees: M.E., M.S., M. Phil., and Ph.D. The graduate program is open to graduates from all disciplines. However, students admitted to the graduate program from outside the computer science area may require additional preparation before beginning their regular graduate programs. The Department's graduate program offers students the opportunity to become involved in any of several areas of research specialization including:
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