Computer Science
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Create Imaginative Solutions
Innovations like smartphone apps have their foundations in computer science. In this program, you will develop expertise in programming languages, algorithms, computer architecture, operating systems, and applications such as computer networks, computer security, computer games, and the ethical implications of computer technology.
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The curriculum integrates course work in computer science, application areas of computer science (such as computer networks, database, game programming, and others), mathematics, statistics, oral and written communication, the liberal arts, and science. In addition, you'll have the opportunity to do independent research with a professor.
Below are a sample of courses in this degree program. Select “Explore Requirements” for a full list of courses in this major.
- CSE 271 Object-Oriented Programming
- CSE 374 Algorithms
- CSE 386 Foundations of Computer Graphics and Games
- CSE 432 Machine Learning
- CSE 486 Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Career Options
Graduates typically work as software engineers, consultants, programmers/analysts, computer scientists, systems programmers, or database administrators. Other graduates continue their education in graduate school.
Additional Opportunities
Miami is more than a classroom. Here are some of the many opportunities you will have to participate in outside of class.
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Get Involved
There are several CSE student organizations to join.
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Internships
Many of our CSE students have held summer internships.
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Senior Design Projects
As a CSE student, you will be able to work on a year-long senior design team project. Click the link below to see the problems our students have helped solve for their clients.
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Facts and Stats
Your college experience here will be one of the most exciting times of your life. To make sure of this, we’ll provide you with a powerful support system.
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#2
in the Nation for Skilled Technical Talent
CodeSignal, 2021
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89.3%
First-Second Year Retention Rate within Computer Science Major
Miami University Data, 2003-2019
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97%
Job Placement Rate
Miami University Data, 2017-2019
Testimonials
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At Miami, Caroline worked with Kode2Learn, an organization where students teach programming at local schools. Her academics, volunteerism, and developer internship experiences stood out to one of the biggest names in tech.
Caroline Danzi '17
Software Engineer, Google
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