Department of Computer Science

Purdue Computer Science is one of the country’s top-ranked programs. Faculty members are shaping the future of information technology through cutting-edge research. Students can take courses that include such topics as graphics and animation, competitive programming, cryptography and security, networks, software engineering, distributed systems, information systems, artificial intelligence, and bioinformatics.

The Purdue University Department of Computer Science has a comprehensive and exciting curriculum for its undergraduate students. There is a great deal of flexibility in this curriculum. CS students begin by taking six core courses that teach them the fundamentals of computer science.

This curriculum offers adventurous young women and men an excellent opportunity to be involved in a dynamic discipline that will continue to grow and to contribute significantly to progress in many other disciplines and ultimately to changes in human society that are nothing short of profound. Computer Science graduates pursue careers in animation and visualization, biotechnology, computational finance, computer graphics, consulting, information security, wireless systems, and software engineering. Many also go on to graduate or professional school in areas such as business, law, or medicine. Students learn communication skills, teamwork, and problem-solving skills and acquire the necessary technical skills for positions in computing in nearly any industry.

The Purdue Computer Science Department offers a Bachelor of Science (BS), a minor in computer science, or a 5-year combined BS/MS degree. The department also offers an Honors Program, and the opportunity to participate in the Cooperative Education Program.

Computer Science Website

Faculty

https://www.cs.purdue.edu/people/faculty/index.html

Contact Information

General Department Contact
Purdue University
Department of Computer Science
305 N. University Street
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2107
Phone: (765) 494-6010
Fax: (765) 494-0739

Graduate Information

For Graduate Information please see Computer Science Graduate Program Information .

Programs

Baccalaureate

Minor

Computer Science Minor

Courses

Computer Sciences

Communication

Campus

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Department of Computer Science