Dr. Patrick Morrison

Instructor

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Biography

Patrick James Morrison is a Software developer, consultant, and researcher specializing in empirical software engineering, security, and regulatory compliance. He holds a Ph.D. from North Carolina State University, obtained in 2017. He currently serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Engineering Graduate Professional Programs at Duke University's Pratt School of Engineering. His research and teaching strongly focus on the practical and regulatory implications of software engineering, particularly in the context of financial technology. Through his academic endeavors, he aims to bridge the gap between theoretical frameworks and real-world applications in software development. Patrick is dedicated to equipping students with both the technical skills and the regulatory knowledge necessary for today’s dynamic software environment.

Research Interests

Courses

FINTECH 512: Software Engineering FinTech 510: Programming

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)