Overview

Research emphases include Algorithms and Complexity; Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning; Bioinformatics; Computer Architecture and Compilers; Computer Graphics; Computer Vision; Data Science; Databases and Information Management; Embedded Systems and Software; High-Performance Computing; Programming Systems; Security and Cryptography; Software Engineering; Systems and Networking; VLSI/CAD.

Quick Facts:

Computer Science and Engineering's master degree programs at the University of California, San Diego are designed to address a variety of post-graduate educational needs. Both majors are available in each of our three MS plans: Thesis Plan, Comprehensive Standard Plan, or Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Plan.
Course requirements are intended to ensure that students are exposed to (1) fundamental concepts and tools, (2) advanced, up-to-date views in topics outside their area (the Breadth requirement), and (3) a deep, current view of their research or specialization are (the Depth requirement). The Interdisciplinary Option requires additional coursework in another department. Courses may not fulfill more than one requirement.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computability Complexity
Advanced Complexity
Algorithm Design and Analysis
Logic in Computer Science
Modern Cryptography
Embedded Systems
Advanced Compiler Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-17 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

40 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

San Diego, United States

Disciplines

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General requirements

A test of English language proficiency is required for international applicants whose native language is not English and who have not studied full-time for one uninterrupted academic year at a university-level institution in which English is the language of instruction and in a country where English is a dominant language.
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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

29532 USD / year

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Out-of-State

29532 USD / year

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In-State

14430 USD / year

≈ 14430 USD / year

Living costs

San Diego

United States

1400 - 2455 USD / month

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