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Computer Science, M.Sc.

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About

The MSCS offers excellent curriculum that blends theoretic foundations of computer science with the state-of-the-art computing technologies. The program provides students with opportunities in computer science research, advanced project development and interdisciplinary study, with maximum of flexibility in study plans and class attendance options.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Advanced Computer Architecture
  • Theory of Computation
  • Advanced Algorithms

Detailed Programme Facts

  • Programme intensity

    You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.

    Full-time Part-time
  • Languages
    • English
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  • Delivery mode
    On Campus

English Language Requirements

  • Minimum required score:

    6.5

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  • Minimum required score:

    80

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Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 2.75

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 2.75 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

  • This programme accepts GRE® scores. However, it does not provide a recommended score range.

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    The GRE® General Test is a widely administered admissions test that measures the skills needed in today's graduate and business school programs worldwide. The GRE® General Test contains three sections - Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. Three scores are reported: a Verbal Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, a Quantitative Reasoning score on a 130 - 170 score scale in one-point increments, and an Analytical Writing score on a 0 - 6 score scale in half-point increments.

General Requirements

  • Meet all KSU Graduate College Admission Requirements.
  • GRE Score required.
  • Resume/Vita required.
  • Two letters of recommendation.
  • Undergraduate degree from an accredited university.
  • 2.75 Minimum GPA for students with an undergraduate degree in a computing discipline, OR
  • 3.0 Minimum GPA for students with an undergraduate degree in a non-computing discipline. AND must show evidence of programming competency, and have satisfactory coursework or work experience. Applicants lacking foundation knowledge may be provisionally admitted and required to complete the CS Graduate Foundation Certificate, which consists of the following 5000-level foundation courses:

Tuition Fee

  • International

    12539 USD/semester
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  • National

    3473 USD/semester
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    Based on the original amount of 3473 USD per semester and a duration of 0 .
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Living costs for Kennesaw

  • 900 - 1400 USD/month
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