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Overview

The Information and Communications Technology (Computer Science) MSc program from Old Dominion University emphasizes cutting-edge ICT skills, which can provide a basis for job entry, career development and flexibility amid the rapid changes in Information Technology.

Program Highlights

What makes Information & Communications Technology at ODU unique?

Course-only option: 18 credits (6 courses) must be CS graduate courses, and 15 credits (5 courses) must be IT graduate courses.
Project option: 15 credits (5 courses) must be CS graduate courses, and 15 credits (5 courses) must be IT graduate courses.
Typically, 3-4 semesters are required to complete degree requirements
Prepare students for IT careers with knowledge or skills in business transaction systems, database, business intelligence, enterprise computing, AI (artificial intelligence), big data, IoT, enterprise architecture, and others.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Information Literacy and Research
Cybersecurity, Technology, and Society
Information Systems
Object-Oriented Programming
Networking and Security
Web Site and Web Page Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2022-08-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2022-04-15 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2023-01-08 00:00:00
- Apply before 2022-10-01 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

Bring your tomorrow closer

TOEFL^® IBT

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Informatics & Information Sciences Computer Sciences Data Science & Big Data View 997 other Masters in Computer Sciences in United States

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

Bring your tomorrow closer

TOEFL^® IBT

Other requirements

General requirements

Equivalent U.S. Bachelor's Degree.
Application and $50 fee.
All prior Secondary/High School or College/University. transcripts along with Diploma or Leaving Certificate.
Demonstrated English Language Proficiency.
Financial Documentation (seeking F/J visas only).
Passport identification.
Essay/Personal Statement/Resume.
In addition, an applicant must have a strong background in computer science. Students who do not have a sufficient background in computer science may enter the graduate program as provisional students and make up for their deficiencies by taking appropriate courses.
Applicants are required to take the GRE general test or the GMAT aptitude test may be used.
Two letters of recommendation from faculty members of academic institutions are required in addition to all transcripts at the postsecondary level.

Tuition Fee

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International

41610 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1387 USD per credit during 12 months.
National

41610 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1387 USD per credit during 12 months.
In-State

16530 USD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 551 USD per credit during 12 months.

Living costs for Norfolk

1100 - 1900 USD /month

Living costs

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

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.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Information and Communications Technology (Computer Science)

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