Overview

This online Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS) program at National University offers specializations in several advanced areas, a three-month project solving a real problem for a real client against a deadline, and training that reflects current and future industry needs. MSCS degree graduates are prepared to assume a leadership role in the field.

Program Learning Outcomes

Create software requirements specifications, and design and develop complex software systems.

Evaluate computer security vulnerabilities and threats, and countermeasures that are effective and ethical.

Analyze, design, and develop database solutions by translating database modeling theory into sound database design and implementation.

Analyze and design complex front-end applications for cloud and client-server architectures and integrate them with backend databases.

Compare and contrast alternative systems for process and memory management.

Demonstrate critical thinking and ability to analyze and synthesize computer science concepts and skills with ethical standards.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Programming

Software Eng. Fundamentals

Modern Operating Systems

Security in Computing

User Interface Engineering

Advanced Database Programming

Database Web Interface

Topics in Computing

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

National University accepts and reviews applications year round, so you can begin class any month of the year.

Language

English

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Credits

45 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

San Diego, United States

Disciplines

Computer Sciences View 236 other Masters in Computer Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.5

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university where an overall grade point average of 2.5 or better was achieved, or where a grade point average of 2.75 or higher was achieved in the last 90 quarter units.
Students with a grade point average of 2.0 to 2.49 may be admitted to the University if they have a satisfactory score on one of the following tests: GMAT, GRE, Miller Analogies Test, or an approved, standardized program-specific exam.
Students with an undergraduate grade point average of 2.0 to 2.49 may be accepted to National University on a probationary status (instead of taking the above tests).
Preliminary documentation of prior education must be presented at required interview with an admissions advisor. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Complete an application for admission and enrollment agreement.
Individual degree programs may have additional admission requirements

Tuition Fee

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International

16416 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 16416 USD per year during 12 months.
National

16416 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 16416 USD per year during 12 months.
In-State

16416 USD/year

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Based on the tuition of 16416 USD per year during 12 months.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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