Computer Science - Mathematics The City University of New York

Overview

The Computer Science - Mathematics programme at The City University of New York provides a sophisticated interdisciplinary education designed for students seeking to master the intersection of logic, algorithms, and numerical analysis. This curriculum ensures that graduates possess the robust analytical skills required to solve complex computational problems in modern scientific and industrial contexts.

Students benefit from a curriculum that stays current with rapidly changing technologies, ensuring that the education provided meets contemporary professional standards. The department is dedicated to academic excellence, offering a broad-based background that spans software development, computer systems, and high-level mathematics.

Why Computer Science - Mathematics at The City University of New York?

The university hosts a unique Research Experiences for Undergraduates site in collaboration with Hunter College, allowing students to tackle practical projects requiring parallelism. Technical support is provided by The City University of New York High Performance Computing Centre, offering access to elite theoretical concepts and programming techniques. This facility is a cornerstone for those interested in computational sciences.

Furthermore, the Tech Talent Pipeline Residency at the college provides specialised training in software engineering and web development. This initiative includes professional development and tech industry experience through internships at leading global organisations. Participants receive dedicated career support, which has historically led to roles at major firms such as Amazon, Microsoft, and Google.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

• International fee: USD 620 per credit
• National fee: USD 620 per credit
• Local fee: USD 305 per credit

Visit the Fees and Funding section for a breakdown in your local currency.

Syllabus

Modules may include:

• Computer Software
• Computer Systems
• Mathematics
• Network Security
• Computer Hardware
• Game Development
• Networking and Security
• Parallelism
• Software Engineering
• Web Development

Careers with Computer Science - Mathematics

Graduates from this programme are well-equipped for a variety of high-level technical roles across multiple sectors. The integration of mathematics and computing is particularly valued in research and development environments. Many students find success in industries ranging from finance and telecommunications to aerospace and data analytics.

Common career paths for graduates include:

• Applications Development Manager
• Artificial Intelligence Research Scientist
• Business Intelligence Analyst
• Cloud Product Manager
• Computer and Information System Manager
• Computer Graphics Specialist
• Computer Hardware Engineer
• Computer Programmer
• Software Engineer
• Web Developer

The university's strong industry links have seen alumni secure positions at prestigious companies including American Express, Citibank, Disney, and Facebook. The combination of theoretical depth and practical residency experience ensures that students are highly competitive in the global job market upon completion of their studies.