Overview

The Computer Science degree at California State University San Marcos encourages critical thinking and quantitative reasoning. They will help you build a solid foundation in Computer Science core, as well as offer the opportunities of working with an advisor on research projects involving cutting-edge techniques.

Learning Outcomes

1. Analyze the architectures of various current and emerging computing technologies.

2. Design, implement and test software based on the object-oriented paradigm to meet specific requirements.

3. Apply theoretical foundations that they have learned.

4. Evaluate and compare different algorithms toward problem solving.

5. Conduct independent research in a specific topic in Computer Science: develop, document and present clearly.

6. Independently acquire new computer-related skills based on previous knowledge.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Preparation in Computer Science

Design Patterns and Object-Oriented Analysis

Artificial Intelligence

Data Mining

Analysis and Intractability of Algorithms

Data Communication and Computer Networks

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-05-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Marcos, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

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143 _(verbal)

155 _{(quantitative)}

3.5 _(analytical)

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General requirements

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Required testing scores need to arrive before the deadline.

All test scores must be sent directly from the respective testing centers.

IELTS results must include sub-scores.

Statement of Purpose (SOP)

These letters should provide insights into the applicant's academic abilities, research potential, work ethic, and character.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17688 USD / year

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Out-of-State

17688 USD / year

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Domestic

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In-State

7608 USD / year

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Living costs

San Marcos

United States

1100 - 1600 USD / month

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