MS Computer Science at University of California, Berkeley

Programme overview

The Master of Science (MS) emphasizes research preparation and experience and, for most students, is a chance to lay the groundwork for pursuing a PhD. Visit Department Website

Faculty: Graduate Division | Department: Electrical Engineering and Computer Sciences | Duration: 2 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Berkeley, CA, United States

What you will study

Unit requirements A minimum of 24 units is required. Curriculum All courses must be taken for a letter grade, except for courses numbered 299, which are only offered for S/U credit. Students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.

Career pathways

Graduates enter career areas including Engineering & Computer Science.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The following items are required for admission to the Berkeley EECS MS/PhD program in addition to the University’s general graduate admissions requirements: Statement of Purpose: Why are you applying for this program? What will do you plan to accomplish during this degree program? What do you want to do afterward, and how will this degree help you reach that goal? Personal History Statement: What experiences from your past made you decide to go into this field? And how will your personal history help you succeed in this program and your future goals? GPA: If you attended a university outside the USA, please leave the GPA section blank. Resume: Please also include a full resume/CV listing your experience and education. Complete the online UC Berkeley graduate application: Start your application through this link, and fill in each relevant page. Upload the materials above, and send the recommender links several weeks prior to the application deadline to give your recommenders time to submit their letters.

Duration: 2 years

Apply through the official page: https://grad.berkeley.edu/admissions/

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