The Computer Science MS program gives graduates a broad and deep knowledge of computer science by offering a strong core program with a wide selection of elective courses.
The program maintains a balance between theory, systems, and applications—with an emphasis on software development.
You'll gain the ability and confidence to use your knowledge by working on realistic-scale, graduate-level projects. Your experience will include:
- work as a member of a team
- situations where you will be responsible for the entire project, from problem specification to solution
- independent research
- presentation of research results in oral and written forms
You will graduate with the knowledge and skills required to develop and design high-quality computer systems and application software—and the ability to follow the rapid changes in the field of computer science.
As a highly-qualified professional, you will be ready to compete for responsible positions in the computer industry, research institutions, government, or to continue your education in a Ph.D. program.
Program objectives
The MS in Computer Science prepares graduates to:
- succeed as leaders at project and enterprise levels
- pursue Ph.D. studies
- contribute to the development of the computer industry
- use computer science knowledge to contribute to the advancement of other industries
Assistantships
A number of graduate teaching and research assistantships are awarded to qualified students who have been accepted for admission to a degree program and have requested financial assistance.
Research areas
The research interests of faculty in the Computer & Information Science (CIS) Department are wide-ranging, and include:
- artificial intelligence
- autonomous systems
- bioinformatics
- computational biology
- decision support systems
- distributed computing
- human-computer interaction
- internet security
- mobile robotics
- machine learning
Optional Practical Training Extension for STEM Students (STEM OPT)
International (F-1) students who receive science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) degrees may be eligible to apply for a 24-month extension of their post-completion optional practical training (OPT). To learn about the eligibility criteria and detailed steps to apply, please review the International Student & Scholar Center (ISSC) OPT page and USCIS resources. F-1 students must consult with the ISSC to apply for STEM OPT.
UMassD College of Engineering Points of Distinction
- ABET Accredited
- Nationally recognized research institution
- Voted best Engineering program in 2021 by U.S. News & World Report
- 97% of graduates from the College of Engineering are either employed or enrolled in further education. Graduates have gone on to work at Google, Amazon, Dell, Raytheon, Hyundai, Apple; and one alumni is a NASA astronaut.