Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering (HMCSE) at the University of West Florida provides innovative programs of excellence in education, research, and public and professional service at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. We aim to produce a highly competitive group of graduates as judged by the highest academic standards in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Get involved and take advantage of the many initiatives offered for your success.
Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering
Welcome to the Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering (HMCSE)!
We are so glad you chose a major within the college. The faculty and staff at HMCSE are committed to offering you a solid education and helping you along the way. We created various support programs to ensure your success such as free tutoring, review sessions, and peer mentoring. The college has a strong culture of student-led research and hands-on learning such as the Summer Undergraduate Research Program and the industry internships and co-ops. Please get to know your department and your peers and remember that we are here to help. Your success is our top priority.
Mohamed Khabou, Dean
Centers
CEDB reflects a fundamental emphasis on modern biological research as applied to environmental systems and provides a vital program of research and education.
More than a Map: Geographic Information helps us answer the question "Where?" The GeoData Center is here, guiding UWF students, faculty and staff through the geo-spatial technologies changing the way we view the world.
The Institute for Analytics and Industry Advancement strives to train the next generation of industry pioneers and to develop innovative technologies through predictive analytics and modeling.
SURP Symposium
The Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) allows students to fully invest in the research experience for the summer semester culminating in a presentation event on August 11.
Pensacola Maker Faire
The Greatest Show (& Tell) on Earth - a family-friendly showcase of invention, creativity, and resourcefulness will be here again in November! Are you a Maker? Do you want to present or just attend? Either way, you don't want to miss this fun hands-on event in downtown Pensacola.
Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering News
UWF online programs rank among best in U.S. News and World Report
The University of West Florida ranked among the best in the nation in the 2025 U.S. News and World Report Best Online College rankings. UWF ranked 39th among more than 350 institutions for Best Online Bachelor’s Programs and 25th for Best Online Bachelor’s Programs for Veterans in the rankings released on Jan. 21. This marks an improvement from 2024 when UWF’s online bachelor’s programs ranked 45th overall and 30th for veterans, and this is UWF’s highest ranking to date in the veterans category.
UWF receives approval for $3.3 million Triumph grant for Water and Vessel Engineering, or WAVE, research program
The University of West Florida’s proposal for a new research program known as Water and Vessel Engineering sailed through the provisional approval, subject to negotiating a term sheet and legal contract, from the Triumph Gulf Coast board of directors. UWF’s Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering requested $3,315,600 to establish WAVE and partner with New York Yacht Club American Magic sail racing team, which recently permanently relocated to the Port of Pensacola, to expand research and development for watercraft and vessel manufacturing.
Research by UWF professor uncovers how our brains stay ready
A University of West Florida Department of Mathematics and Statistics professor’s brain research was recently published in the prestigious journal Nature Communications. Dr. Shusen Pu’s study focused on the prefrontal cortex, a key area of the brain responsible for higher-order functions like decision-making and memory. The research, conducted in collaboration with Vanderbilt University and published in August, revealed that this part of the brain is actively working even when we’re not consciously engaged in a task.
Hal Marcus College of Science and Engineering
11000 University Parkway
Building 4, Room 423
Pensacola, FL 32514