Computer Science - PhD

Computer Science - PhD

Our doctoral program prepares students in the theory and practice of computing, gaining hands-on experience through research at the cutting edge of various areas including cybersecurity, data science, bioinformatics, artificial intelligence, computer vision, and robotics. 

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What Will I Learn?

Doctoral students are required to complete core courses that build a solid foundation in computer science theory and research. Elective courses cover advanced concepts in various areas including:

• algorithm design and analysis;
• advanced computer architecture and parallel computing;
• distributed database systems and advanced algorithms;
• machine learning and artificial intelligence;
• computer vision, robotics, and bioinformatics;
• cybersecurity, data science, and privacy;
• independent and directed studies in specialized areas of a student's research focus.
  
  

Mentoring, Research and Scholarship

Our faculty members are engaged in research projects in various areas of focus, including cybersecurity, data sciences, bioinformatics, AI and neurosciences, computer vision and robotics. Doctoral students participate in these research endeavors, present their research findings at conferences, and publish their research outcomes in archival journals. Our faculty closely mentor the students' progress through all these steps. Thus our graduating doctoral students are well-prepared for research careers in both the academia and industry.

 

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