Overview

You may choose to pursue a thesis or capstone project, or expand your learning by exploring a variety of electives.

SET benefits from a close relationship with our local high-tech industry partners. Students of the Computer Science and Systems degree from University of Washington gain real-world perspective through their classroom experiences. Graduates are working as software development engineers, program managers, cybersecurity experts, data scientists, and systems developers at industry leaders around the globe, driving growth, innovation and change.

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Objectives and Outcomes

The Master of Science in Computer Science and Systems degree builds a solid fundation for advanced careers in computer science. The program objectives (goals) for the degree were defined after consultation with the programs’ constituents, consisting of faculty, students, advisory board members, external evaluators and peer program administrators.

Master of Science in Computing Science and Systems Program Objectives and Student Learning Outcomes

Based on the diverse student needs the goals of the program are that graduates will:

Have the necessary skills and knowledge to independently conduct investigative work in selected sub-areas of computing/technology;
Have a broad understanding of the technologies and theories supporting the architecture and construction of software systems;
Be able to pursue successful careers or subsequent postgraduate studies while adapting to emerging technologies;
Be able to analyze issues and synthesize solutions to computing-related problems;
Be able to use their communication skills while working in team environments.

Programme Structure

Course Overview:

Computer Science

Data Science

Software Engineering

Cybersecurity
Analytics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-03-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-05 00:00:00
Starting 2027-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-16 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

45 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tacoma, United States

Disciplines

Industrial & Systems Engineering Computer Sciences View 909 other Masters in Computer Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

UW Graduate School Application
Personal Statement
Resume
Transcripts
Graduate Record Exam (GRE)
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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

31746 USD / year

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Out-of-State

31746 USD / year

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Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

18273 USD / year

≈ 18273 USD / year

Living costs

Tacoma

United States

1000 - 1580 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Funding

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Scholarships Information

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