M.S. in Computer Science
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Degree Requirements
The program requires the completion of 30 credits. The requirement is satisfied by taking 10 courses.
Students who want to pursue research can earn up to 6 of the 30 required credits by taking the CS 700B Master's Project, possibly followed by CS 701B Master's Thesis. These have special requirements described in the section 'Master's Project and Thesis'.
More specifically, the requirements are as follows:
Core Courses (12 credits)
Courses covering fundamental topics in Computer Science.
Code | Title | Credits |
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Required: | 3 | |
Data Structures and Algorithms | ||
Select three of the following: | 9 | |
Operating System Design | ||
Data Management System Design | ||
Internet and Higher-Layer Protocols | ||
Machine Learning | ||
Total Credits | 12 |
Elective Courses (18 credits)
Electives include all graduate CS courses, and selected courses from other departments. A list of CS courses organized by specialized areas can be found here.
Code | Title | Credits |
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Six courses from the following list: | 18 | |
Bridge Courses &0 | ||
Foundations of Computer Science | ||
Graduate CS Courses | ||
All listed 600-level and 700-level courses &1 | ||
Courses from other departments | ||
Up to one additional course from another department's graduate catalog &4 | ||
Total Credits | 18 |
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0. Bridge Courses are recommended only to students who do not have a typical CS undergraduate degree. The program has four bridge courses: CS 332, CS 350, CS 505, CS 506.
1. The list of CS courses. A small number of 700-level courses are restricted to doctoral students.
2. Only one course from each pair counts toward degree requirements: CS/DS 636, CS/DS 644, CS/DS 675, CS/DS 677.
3. YWCC 691 and CS 700B cannot count simultaneously toward degree requirements.
4. Courses from other departments must be relevant to CS and require prior program director approval.
All degree requirements apply to both on-campus and online programs.
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List of Graduate CS Courses
The CS department offers courses in various specialized areas. Students are free to elect courses from one or more areas.
Code | Title | Credits |
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Algorithms and CS Theory | ||
Data Structures and Algorithms | ||
Introduction to Computational Complexity | ||
Algorithms on Graphs | ||
Design Techniques for Algorithms | ||
Parallel Algorithms | ||
Computational Optimization | ||
Sequencing and Scheduling | ||
Artificial Intelligence | ||
Artificial Intelligence | ||
Machine Learning | ||
Reinforcement Learning | ||
Deep Learning | ||
Advanced Machine Learning | ||
Pattern Recognition and Applications | ||
Cybersecurity and Privacy | ||
Cryptography and Security | ||
Security and Privacy in Computer Systems | ||
Network Protocols Security | ||
Counter Hacking Techniques | ||
Cyber Sec Investigations & Law | ||
Topics in Smartphone Sec & Rel | ||
Network Management and Security | ||
Advanced Data Security and Privacy | ||
Security and Privacy in Wireless Networks | ||
Data Management | ||
Data Management System Design | ||
Advanced Database System Design | ||
Data Mining | ||
Introduction to Big Data | ||
Applications of Database Systems | ||
Data Mining and Management in Bioinformatics | ||
Programming Languages and Environments | ||
Java Programming | ||
Computer Programming Languages | ||
Data Analytics with R Program | ||
Cloud Computing | ||
High Performance Computing | ||
Mobile Computing and Sensor Networks | ||
Systems | ||
Operating System Design | ||
Distributed Systems | ||
Computer Architecture | ||
Cognitive Cloud Networking - Architectures and Applications | ||
Internet and Higher-Layer Protocols | ||
Linux Kernel Programming | ||
Software Engineering | ||
Software Design and Production Methodology | ||
Software Project Management | ||
Software Testing and Quality Assurance | ||
Software Architecture | ||
Software Studio | ||
Seminar in Software Engineering | ||
Seminar in Software Management and Production | ||
Various Topics | ||
Principles of Interactive Computer Graphics | ||
Image Processing and Analysis | ||
Systems Simulation | ||
Cognitive Computing | ||
Computer Vision | ||
Special Emerging Topics: | ||
Advanced Image Processing and Analysis |
The complete list of CS courses can be found here.
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Policies
Master's Project and Thesis Policies
The contents of this section apply only to students who elect to do a Master's Project (CS 700B) or a Master's Thesis (CS 701B).
Students must first find a research advisor who must be a tenure-track faculty of the CS department, including faculty with a joint appointment. Tenure-track faculty are the department members including those who hold joint appointments with the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor, and Distinguished Professor.
In order to find a research advisor, students are encouraged to attend special presentations offered by the department or to directly contact professors. Professors may not always have availability for conducting an MS project/thesis. Students are therefore encouraged to start looking for an advisor as early as possible, especially if they are considering pursuing a Master’s Thesis that takes two semesters.
The students must be in close coordination with their research advisor who will determine the topic of the Project/Thesis and guide them to take specific elective courses that will prepare them for the research.
Registration
- Master’s Project: With permission of their research advisor students must register in the CS 700B Master's Project course.
- Master’s Thesis: With permission of their research advisor, students must first register in the CS 700B Master's Project course. They must receive a satisfactory (S) grade in CS 700B before CS 701B Master's Thesis registration in the immediately following semester, with the same advisor. The MS thesis topic should be continuation of the work done in CS 700B.
Thesis Requirements
- An MS Thesis Committee must be formed, according to these requirements set forth by the Office of Graduate Studies.
- A written thesis must be submitted. The thesis must adhere to the style requirements set forth by the Office of Graduate Studies.
- An oral defense is required. The defense must take place before the last day of the Examination period.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to frequently asked questions can be found here.
Academic advisors are also available for guidance throughout the student's stay in the program.