PhD Computer Sciences at University of Wisconsin-Madison

Programme overview

The Department of Computer Sciences offers the master of science and doctor of philosophy degrees in computer sciences. Research specialty areas include artificial intelligence, computational biology, computer architecture, computer graphics, computer networks, computer security, database systems, human–computer interaction, numerical analysis, optimization, performance analysis, programming languages and compilers, systems research, and theoretical computer sciences. The department’s Graduate Advising Committee (GAC) advises all computer sciences graduate students except students who are in dissertator status.

Department: Computer Sciences | Duration: 51 credits | Study mode: full-time | Intake: Fall (deadline December 15) | Location: Madison, WI, United States

What you will study

The degree requires a minimum of 51 credits. Courses listed in the requirements include COMP SCI 536 Introduction to Programming Languages and Compilers; COMP SCI 537 Introduction to Operating Systems; COMP SCI 538 Introduction to the Theory and Design of Programming Languages; COMP SCI 542 Introduction to Software Security; COMP SCI 640 Introduction to Computer Networks; COMP SCI 642 Introduction to Information Security.

Career pathways

The Department of Computer Sciences hosts many professional development opportunities, including job fairs, workshops, seminars, talks, employer information sessions, mentoring, and student socials.

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Application information

Entry requirements

GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) Not required but may be considered if available; Letters of Recommendation Required 3. Applicants with a strong background in computer sciences or a related field are encouraged to apply for admission. At a minimum, the applicant should have some programming experience, including courses in data structures and machine organization, along with a year of college-level mathematics at the calculus level or above. For more information on admissions, visit the department website . A submitted online application is required, consisting of: Resume/CV Statement of purpose Complete supplemental application sections Most up-to-date unofficial transcript(s) from all previous higher education institutions, regardless of whether or not a degree was earned (official transcripts are requested of only recommended applicants);

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Entry terms (spring, summer or fall) vary by programme and are listed on each programme's Graduate Guide admissions tab. An applicant may have active applications in only one entry term at a time.

Application deadlines vary by programme and are listed on the programme's Graduate Guide admissions tab. Applications are submitted through the Graduate School application portal. The application fee is $75 US, non-refundable, payable by credit card (MasterCard or Visa) or debit/ATM; international applicants pay an extra $6 processing fee. Up to three programmes in the same entry term can be applied to for one application fee.

Apply through the official page: https://grad.wisc.edu/apply/requirements/

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