Programs of Study in Computer Science

The Department of Computer Science at Duke University offers programs leading to the degrees of Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Master of Science (M.S.), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.). In addition, there is a joint M.D.-Ph.D. program with the School of Medicine. Our degree programs satisfy several basic objectives:

• to provide instruction leading to a broad intellectual understanding of the basic areas of computer science,
• to ensure skill in the use of the tools and technology of computer science,
• to provide a firm theoretical foundation so that students can adapt to future technological change, and
• to foster an understanding of computer science as an interdisciplinary field and to augment and enhance interests and abilities in other areas.

The Ph.D. program is especially designed to provide advanced specialization and opportunities for creative research.