U-CPS-AB - Computer Science (AB)

The Department of Computer Science provides courses on the concepts of computing and computers, their capabilities, and uses. In most courses students make extensive use of the available computing facilities. Students who wish to take a single introductory course as part of their general education usually elect Computer Science 94, 101, 102 or 116.

Departmental Graduation with Distinction

A program for Graduation with Distinction in computer science is available. Candidates for a degree with Distinction, High Distinction, or Highest Distinction must apply to the director of undergraduate studies and meet the following criteria. Candidates for Graduation with Distinction must have a grade point average of 3.0 or higher in computer science courses numbered above 200. Candidates must complete a substantial project, representing at least one year’s work and including at least one independent study, under the guidance of a faculty member in computer science who oversees and endorses the project. The project should represent a significant intellectual endeavor including the writing of a report. A presentation of the project must be made to a committee of three faculty members, two of whom will normally be from computer science although for interdisciplinary projects this restriction can be relaxed. Graduation with High or Highest Distinction is awarded at the discretion of the faculty committee in consultation with the director of undergraduate studies. Graduation with High or Highest Distinction is typically awarded for projects that are of publishable quality. In addition, candidates for a degree with high or highest distinction should have a grade point average of 3.5 or higher in those computer science courses related to the area of research; these courses must include at least one course at the 500 level.

A minor and BS major in this program are also available.

Website: cs.duke.edu/undergrad/ba