The Master of Science in Computer Science prepares quality computing professionals for developing cutting-edge enterprise-quality software systems and supports computing innovation and entrepreneurship in any application domains. The program is built on the solid computing theory foundation and it features in-depth study of the current sought-after technologies through concentrations in artificial intelligence, mobile computing, Internet computing, network security, and web security. The program’s emphasis on service-orientation and cloud computing also enables its graduates well prepared for applied computing research.

MASTER OF SCIENCE IN COMPUTER SCIENCE

Bridge Courses

An entering student with limited or no previous background in the field of computer science or programming may be required to take up to 9 credits of prerequisite bridge coursework. A student with a baccalaureate in computer science should be able to waive these prerequisites. For others, some or all of the following courses may be required.

Core Requirements (12 credits)

Concentration Options or Free Electives (9 credits)

A student may choose to pursue a focused in-depth concentration in a specific area consisting of a three course sequence for a total of 9 credits. Suggested concentrations include:

Classical Computer Science

Artificial Intelligence

Mobile Computing

Game Programming

Internet Computing

Web Security

Network Security

Computer Science Electives (0-12 credits)

• Students pursuing a 9-credit concentration may select one elective from any of the concentration courses outside of their individual concentration or from those listed below for a total of 3 credits.
• Students who elect not to pursue an in-depth concentration, may choose individual courses contained within the suggested concentrations, provided course prerequisites are met, and from among the courses listed below for a total of 12 credits.

Note: Students may also select one elective from outside the computer science curriculum provided they have the necessary prerequisites and permission of their adviser.

Capstone Project (6 - 9 credits)

Students are required to select one of the following three options

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 Graduate Students 

To apply as a graduate student, you may either apply online or download the application for graduate admission specific to your school or college. Follow all steps (materials needed for applications vary throughout each program and course of study) and submit your application to the campus you wish to attend.
 

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Pace admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.

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