Computer Science

Overview

Key facts

The areas in which courses are offered include software, systems, architecture, artificial intelligence, and computer science theory. A Master’s degree in Computer Science at San Diego State University provides education and creative experience to prepare graduates for advanced professional employment in industry or government, or for college-level teaching.

Master’s level research projects are available in the following areas of computer science: distributed systems, multiprocessing, operating systems, graphics, neural networks, formal languages, numerical methods, robotics, signal processing, and computational complexity. Specialized laboratories exist for microprocessor architecture, graphics, and robotics and intelligent machines.

See Prospective Students for information about requirements for admission and how to apply to the program. The SDSU graduate bulletin contains the university wide requirements for a master’s degree and a description of the computer science masters and complete department requirements.  Once admitted you will want to review the Orientation and Handbook for New Graduate Students.

Financial Aid

The department offers a very limited number of teaching assistantships. The application form (PDF) contains instructions for applying. Teaching assistants normally teach two lower division sections (6 units) per semester. SDSU has financial aid office and scholarship office that can provide some financial aid.