Overview

To accomplish this, graduates with a Master of Science in Digital and Computer Engineering will meet the following educational objectives:

Understand advanced electrical- and computer-engineering principles, including in-depth training in one of the fundamental areas of electrical engineering.

Apply advanced analysis, design and research methods to solve problems in electrical and computer engineering.

Apply industry practices, emerging technologies, state-of-the-art design techniques and software tools to electrical and computer engineering problems.

Communicate clearly through the appropriate communication medium.

Appreciate the importance of lifelong learning and be motivated by a sense of exploration to continue learning.

Student Outcomes

Graduates of the Electrical Engineering program at California State University Northridge will have an ability to:

Apply knowledge of advanced principles to the analysis of electrical and computer engineering problems.

Apply knowledge of advanced techniques to the design of electrical and computer engineering systems.

Apply the appropriate industry practices, emerging technologies, state-of-the-art design techniques, software tools and research methods for solving electrical and computer engineering problems.

Use the appropriate state-of-the-art engineering references and resources, including IEEE research journals and industry publications, to find the best solutions to electrical and computer engineering problems.

Communicate clearly and use the appropriate medium, including written, oral and electronic methods.

Maintain lifelong learning and continue to be motivated to learn new subjects.

Learn new subjects that are required to solve problems in the industry without being dependent on a classroom environment.

Be competitive in the engineering job market and/or be admitted to an excellent Ph.D. program.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Digital Control Systems

Random Processes

Solid State Devices

Design and Optimization Using VHDL and Lab

Distributed Energy Generation

Electromagnetic Fields and Waves

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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Credits

30 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Los Angeles, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A bachelor’s degree in a technical field (i.e., engineering, physics, mathematics) from an accredited university or college

International students are required to submit a brief statement of purpose and three letters of recommendation.

Complete the “International Online Application”

A $55.00 (US currency) non-refundable application fee

All secondary-school records

Applicants who have studied in the U.S. are also required to have the U.S.institution(s) send official transcript(s) directly to CSUN

Submit a copy of your passport information page with your documents

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

9464 USD / year

≈ 9464 USD / year
Out-of-State

9464 USD / year

≈ 9464 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

9464 USD / year

≈ 9464 USD / year

Additional Details

If you are not a resident of California, add $420 per unit.

Living costs

Los Angeles

United States

1520 - 2570 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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