Department of Computer Science

About the department

Luddy Indianapolis connects computer science with other disciplines, including AI, data science, and user experience design. These intersections are where some of the most exciting and relevant innovations will occur – and where you can make a difference...

Examples include:

  • Using AI to ensure network security and user devices 
  • Exploring trustworthy and human-centered AI  
  • Inventing novel algorithms to extract insights from medical literature 
  • Using deep learning for the early detection and classification of diseases 

Many paths to knowledge

Through our interdisciplinary program you can use your computer science knowledge to take on new challenges, from computing foundations to human-centered design, usability, and societal implications of technology.

Strategic research areas include:

  • Artificial intelligence
  • Biomedical computing
  • Computer science education
  • Cybersecurity and privacy
  • Data science and big data
  • Machine learning
  • Natural-language processing
  • Software engineering
  • Sensors networks

B.A./B.S. in Computer Science

Tech skills are essential for contemporary work. Our bachelor's degrees in computer science equip you with the knowledge and skills to design tomorrow's computer systems and applications.

M.S. in Computer Science

Develop the technical proficiency employers are seeking and enhance your ability to craft innovative solutions to complex, real-world computing challenges.

Ph.D. in Computer Science

Ideal for those with solid academic backgrounds who are passionate about computer science and seek to make significant contributions to the field through research and innovation.

What computer science looks like at Luddy Indianapolis

  • An urban campus adjacent to downtown Indianapolis, the vibrant heart of Indiana’s capital city, with a strong focus on science and health care. 
  • Part of IU’s Science and Technology Corridor 
  • Home to the new Technology Resource and Innovation Hub (TRI Hub), an exciting space at the Luddy School for students, research lab space, experiential learning, and industry events. 
  • Wide-ranging programs that leverage the unique resources of IU Indianapolis in Human-AI interaction, IoT, pervasive cybersecurity, edge computing, health and biomedical sciences, and more. 

Faculty

Our professors have published hundreds of peer-reviewed research papers and brought in millions of dollars in external funding to IU through National Science Foundation and other grants. You’ll have opportunities to work with faculty members on research projects.

Luddy Indianapolis faculty are actively researching how we can use technology to make life better. In 2023, the school had 53 research grants for more than $23 million, with four faculty members receiving NSF CAREER Awards.

Faculty

Adjunct Faculty