
Overview
In the Master of Science in Information Systems (MS-IS) program at Northeastern University , you will embark on an IT leadership pathway as a more evolved, dynamic software engineer.
Through an innovative curriculum and a rigorous academic program that is both broad and deep, you’ll become a problem solver who designs groundbreaking software solutions that fit within the complexities of the business world and solve the humanistic needs of the people who use them.
This flexible degree program puts software at the forefront of the engineering paradigm to address the socio-technical needs of contemporary society. You’ll be prepared to go beyond simple programming to become a leader in information technology, delivering systems that are safe and secure and that help solve the world’s grand challenges.
Your degree will involve a deep level of applied learning with hands-on case studies in every course and at least one required co-op experience in an industry of your choosing. You’ll also have the flexibility to tailor your degree to your professional goals through a number of available concentrations:
- General information systems
- User experience
- Big Data systems and analytics
- Smart contracts
- Intelligent systems
You’ll also build the crucial interpersonal skills you need to succeed in any industry, taking courses on business analysis, project planning, agile development, and quality assurance.
Experiential learning
Northeastern combines rigorous academics with experiential learning and research to prepare students for real-world engineering challenges.
The cooperative education program, also known as “co-op,” is one of the largest and most innovative in the world, and Northeastern is one of only a few that offers a co-op program for graduate students.
Through this program, students gain professional industry experience in their field of interest as part of the academic curriculum while employed from four to eight months in a wide variety of organizations, from large companies to entrepreneurial start-ups.
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Courses include:
- Application Engineering and Development
- Network Structures and Cloud Computing
- Big Data Systems and Intelligence Analytics
- Web Design and User Experience Engineering
- Program Structure and Algorithms
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
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English requirements
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General requirements
- Completed online application form
- $75 application fee
- Two letters of recommendation
- Transcripts from all institutions attended
- Official GRE scores
- Statement of Purpose
- Resume
- TOEFL or IELTS for international applicants
- Undergraduate degree in engineering or similar field
- Official bachelor's degree transcript from an accredited college or university in the U.S, stating degree conferral and date
- TOEFL, IELTS, or NU Global Exam scores
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25850 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 51700 USD for the full programme and a duration of 24 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.