Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Duquesne University

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
Duration4 Years
LevelBachelors Program
  • This degree combines computing theory and programming skills, both of which are essential for solving problems in many types of careers
  • Majoring in computer science will:
    • train students to create software applications in fields ranging from gaming to Web and mobile apps
    • give students a strong understanding of computational theory and best practices so that they can adapt throughout their career to ever-evolving computing capabilities
    • prepare students for graduate study leading to research-and-development opportunities
    • provide students 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
  • The computer science program emphasizes:
    • understanding the theoretical foundations of computing
    • appreciating the interdependency of various aspects and components of the computing
    • applying computer science principles to real-world problems
    • cultivating software development skills
    • adapting to the latest technologies
  • Students will study courses like Computer programming in Visual Basic, introduction to fundamental computer science, Computer Programming: Java, Computer Programming: C++, Data Structures in Java, Computer Organization, and Assembly Language, Digital Logic, Numerical Analysis, System Programming and Design, Computers and Humanity, etc.
Fees componentsAmount
Tuition & fees3068170 INR
Hostel & Meals817725 INR
Insurance130440 INR
Transportation87888 INR
Books 102536 INR
Personal Expenses73240 INR
New Student Fee19116 INR
Total1230945 INR

Entry Criteria

Class 12thNo specific cutoff mentioned
  • Applicants must have graduated from a secondary school recognized as an acceptable equivalent to a U.S. high school and they must demonstrate a record of acceptable academic success
  • In general, applicants are expected to obtain the U.S. equivalent of a minimum 3.0 Grade Point Average (GPA)
ExamsTOEFL: 70

IELTS: 6

SAT: 1080

Additional info
  • English language test scores are not required for admission to undergraduate programs, but strongly encouraged
  • The application is evaluated based on the applicant's academic performance in his/her educational system at home, and not his/her English ability. This system allows the applicant to be accepted to a degree program even if he/she needs English support before beginning a full-time academic study
  • Students without TOEFL or IELTS scores are tested on campus with Accuplacer exam and Writing Sample and are then placed into appropriate coursework upon completion
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