Program Description

Technology is advancing at a rapid pace, and it is essential for computer science professionals to be at the forefront of these changes as they happen, as well as make their own discoveries and contributions to the field. The MS in Computer Science program at WNE will offer you current insights into an increasingly specialized field through relevant courses that align with high demand skills in software engineering, including cutting-edge areas such as cybersecurity and AI/machine learning. With the knowledge and experience that you develop, you will be better positioned to progress with your career, especially if you aspire to be a manager.

You’ll take courses from the breadth of computer science, including seven core courses and three electives, allowing for specialization in desired areas. Courses include software engineering, cybersecurity, AI and machine learning, and operating systems and networking, among others. The program also includes a capstone course, which will involve a professional-level software project. As a part of this experience, you will work in teams using leading edge software technologies and will gain an understanding of both current software development techniques as well as management approaches.

Admission Requirements

• Successful completion of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution.
• An undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale). Candidates with an undergraduate GPA between 2.7 and 2.99 will be considered for conditional admittance.
• A wide variety of academic backgrounds will be considered for admission.

An undergraduate degree in computer science or related field is not required, however, the MS in Computer Science has three prerequisites:

• CS/IT102 Introduction to Programming
• CS/IT200 Data Structures
• MATH150 Applied Discrete Mathematics

If you have not completed these courses, or the equivalent, you may be able to begin your studies on a provisional basis while fulfilling any prerequisite requirements.

IELTS Requirements

Listening	Reading	Writing	Speaking	Overall
6.5	6.5	6.5	6.5	6.5

Remarks:

• I20(Visa Letter) can be obtained only after submitting a bank statement with a balance of USD $40,650.
• Yearly tuition fee is given.