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MCS Computer Science at University of Minnesota Twin Cities

University of Minnesota Twin Cities, United States

Programme overview

The Master's of Computer Science (MCS) is a terminal, professionally-focused coursework-only degree designed for working professionals seeking to boost their current career or change course. The MCS graduate program core offers coursework from a broad spectrum of theoretical and applied computer science topics and incorporates elective coursework opportunities in nearly all areas of the field.

Faculty: College of Science and Engineering  |  Duration: 2 years / Plan C 31 credits  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Minneapolis, MN, United States

What you will study

Required components: Core, Colloquium, Electives. CSCI courses applied to degree requirements must be taken A-F if the A-F grading basis is offered. Application of the following courses to degree requirements is restricted to a maximum combined total of 3 credits: CSCI 5991, CSCI 5994, CSCI 8991, and/or CSCI 8994.

Career pathways

The Master's of Computer Science (MCS) is a terminal, professionally-focused coursework-only degree designed for working professionals seeking to boost their current career or change course.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The names and email addresses of three recommenders are required; they will be asked to upload their letters of recommendation to the University system. The department only accepts students for fall admission; the application deadline is March 1. Applicants must have an undergraduate or graduate degree in a major with a substantial background in computer science and engineering. Minimum undergraduate GPA 3.0. Applicants must: - Have an undergraduate or graduate degree in a major with a substantial background in computer science and engineering, and - Be a working professional in the computer science or closely related field in the United States. Admission is for fall semester only. The application deadline is March 1. Minimum English proficiency for international applicants: TOEFL iBT 79, IELTS 6.5.

Duration: 2 years / Plan C 31 credits

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