Overview
At Computer Science and Engineering from University of California, Santa Cruz, students establish a solid foundation in algorithms, architectures, programming languages, and then proceed to a thorough study of recent developments in their selected area of specialization.
Learning
The Computer Science and Engineering department at UC Santa Cruz spans multiple areas of research including algorithms, logic, and complexity; computer hardware, including architecture, VLSI (chip design), FPGAs, and design automation; computer security and privacy; cyber-physical systems; distributed systems; database systems; machine learning and artificial intelligence; natural language processing; networks; pervasive computing and human-computer interaction; programming languages; robotics; social computing; storage systems; and visual computing, including computer vision, visualization, and graphics. Computing at UC Santa Cruz has already attained a very high level of international recognition. With its proximity to Silicon Valley and its outstanding research, UCSC is a leader in computing research and education.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Research and Teaching in Computer Science and Engineering
- Analysis of Algorithms
- Programming Languages
- Computer Architecture
- Computer Graphics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Computer Sciences Software Engineering Artificial Intelligence View 520 other Masters in Software Engineering in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- General test GRE scores are required
- Résumé
- A Statement of purpose: Please describe your plans for graduate study or research and for your future occupation or profession.
- A Personal History Statement is also required
- Official transcripts
- Supplemental Materials
- Recommendations
- Three (3) letters of recommendation are required, up to 5 may be submitted.
Tuition Fee
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International
15102 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15102 USD per year during 24 months. -
National
15102 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15102 USD per year during 24 months. -
In-State
14178 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14178 USD per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Santa Cruz
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Financing
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Funding
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