The Master’s Degree in Computer Science is intended to prepare individuals with a strong mathematical, scientific, or technical background for entry into the computer science field at an advanced level and for further study leading to the doctorate. Admission to the program requires an undergraduate background that includes elementary physics, calculus sequence, linear algebra, and the following fundamental coursework in computer science:
Applicants with superior academic credentials but lacking the required background can be admitted subject to their taking the necessary preparatory courses. Applicants are expected to have an average of B or better in their undergraduate coursework.
The Department also offers, as an integral part of the Computer Science Masters Degree, the opportunity to specialize in several concentration areas.
Any other course that is approved by the Department of Computer Science & Engineering or the Department Electrical Engineering
In addition, the department also offers the opportunity to acquire dual graduate degrees along with the M.S. degree in Computer Science. Candidates for these dual Masters degree programs are typically required to complete a total of 48 credit hours to satisfy the requirements of two Masters degrees. This implies 15 credit hours in addition to the 33 hours required for the M.S. degree in Computer Science.
Furthermore, customized study plans to allow receiving the Computer Science M.S. degree while pursuing either the Ph.D. degree in Computer Science and Engineering or the Ed.D. degree in Education are available. Doctoral students in these two programs should consult their respective doctoral advisors to work on their individualized plans. Further details on the dual M.S. in Computer Science degree programs are available in the catalog section on the Graduate Studies Division.
The elective courses may be chosen from the list of Computer Science concentration areas or chosen in consultation with the graduate advisor.
C. STUDENTS MUST DO A MASTERS PROJECT (3 CREDIT HOURS) OR THESIS (6 CREDIT HOURS) AS PART OF THE 18 ELECTIVE CREDITS HOURS.
Since July 2004, the Department of Computer Science and Engineering has been offering the full M.S. degree program in Computer Science through distance learning. For more information please contact the department or visit:
