Paving Paths to Diverse Careers
Our programs foster analytical skills, offering a research-centric perspective that equips you to tackle complex, technical and abstract concepts with confidence. The skills honed here are transferable across various industries ensuring versatility in your career. Whether pursuing a degree in mathematics or computer science, you'll be equipped for diverse careers in both private and public sectors. Our graduates have ventured into rewarding paths in business, government and education.
When Software Costs Rise, Duquesne Students Rise Higher
When the cost of scheduling software doubled, Professor and Department Chair Dr. Jeffrey Jackson turned it into a hands-on learning opportunity by tasking his Software Engineering class with building a custom solution from scratch. The result—DuqSchut—is a student-built tutoring scheduler now used across multiple departments.
Get Skills That Cross Industries
Learn the quantitative, qualitative and analytical skills essential for success across any industry.
Undergraduate Programs
As an undergraduate student in our program, you'll engage in a dynamic curriculum that combines mathematics and computer science. Your studies will encompass topics such as calculus, linear algebra, discrete mathematics, data structures and algorithms, computer organization and architecture, programming languages, theory of computation, numerical methods and operating systems.
B.S./M.S. Computer Science Combined Degree
Our B.S./M.S. Computer Science combined degree program is designed to fast-track your education and career. Enjoy a curriculum that blends theoretical foundations with practical, hands-on experience in areas like cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, computer architecture and operating systems.
M.S. Computer Science
The Master of Science (M.S.) in Computer Science offers a comprehensive education in computing, focusing on current research areas, with opportunities for involvement in faculty research projects without comprehensive examinations. You will engage in challenging coursework that covers advanced topics in artificial intelligence, machine learning, algorithms, database systems and computer networks.
Minors and Certificates
The department provides majors in a minor format, allowing you to pursue additional areas of interest alongside your primary focus. We also offer niche subjects as standalone minors or certificates, giving you the opportunity to expand your education and knowledge beyond your major-specific courses.
Expand your horizons through our study abroad programs, internships with tech giants,
startups and research institutions, while also participating in student clubs for
networking, workshops and collaborative projects.
Duquesne University is nestled in the heart of Pittsburgh, PA! A vibrant epicenter
of finance and technology, fostering a dynamic environment for you to engage with
industry leaders and opportunities.
Gain research experience through funded projects supported by regional and national
organizations. These collaborations often extend beyond campus, involving partnerships
with major research institutions, government agencies and private industry.
Assistant Professor, Mathematics Associate Professor, Computer Science Associate Professor, Mathematics Instructor, Mathematics Professor, Statistics Assistant Professor, Undergraduate Curriculum Coordinator for Mathematics, Mathematics Department Chair, Professor, Computer Science Professor, Computer Science Associate Professor, Mathematics, Associate Dean, McAnulty College and Graduate School
of Liberal Arts Instructor, Mathematics Assistant Professor, Mathematics Professor of Mathematics, Adrian Van Kaam, C.S.Sp Endowed Chair in Scholarly Excellence Assistant Professor, Computer Science Instructor, Mathematics Assistant Professor, Applied Mathematics and Computer Science Instructor, Undergraduate Curriculum Coordinator for Computer Science, Computer Science Instructor, Mathematics Graduate Director, Associate Professor, Computer Science Assistant Professor, Undergraduate Curriculum Coordinator for Data Science, Statistics Senior Instructor, Statistics Associate Professor, Mathematics Instructor, Mathematics
The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science has amazing mentors who helped
me flourish in geospatial data science and land a job as a Director of GIS. The many
research opportunities set students up for the next stage—whether it's employment
or graduate school.
I've further developed my understanding of the application of mathematics in
solving real-world problems, strengthening my computation and scientific communication
abilities and giving me a head start in the development of my professional research
skill set.
I am grateful for the Department of Math and Computer Science for providing me
with countless opportunities to learn, to teach, to research and to thrive. I have
presented my research at two national conferences and will publish those results,
while preparing to begin a doctoral program as my next steps.
I've had the privilege of completing two internships in the field of computer
science: one as a research associate and another as an IT intern. The hands-on experience
gained during these internships has been invaluable to me. It provided me with profound
insights and reaffirmed my confidence in pursuing computer science as my chosen major.
Expand Your Horizons
Experiential Learning
Lively Location
Research Opportunities
Meet Our Faculty
Samantha Allen, Ph.D.
Adam Drozdek, Ph.D.
John Fleming, Ph.D.
Matthew Goodburn
Misook Heo, Ph.D.
Nicholas Hurl, Ph.D.
Jeffrey Jackson, Ph.D.
Patrick Juola, Ph.D.
John Kern, Ph.D.
Alex Lipecky
Robert Muth, Ph.D.
Rachael Miller Neilan, Ph.D.
Nathan Ong, Ph.D.
Brent Rogus
Raffaele Romagnoli, Ph.D.
Andrew Segal
Larisa Shtrahman
Donald Simon, Ph.D.
Lauren Sugden, Ph.D.
Sean Tierney
Karl Wimmer, Ph.D.
Joseph Worthington
Real Voices. Real Experiences.
