Master of Science in Computer Science

The objective of the Master of Science in Computer Science program (MSCS) is to prepare graduate students with the necessary knowledge and skill components in current computing and information systems, as required by the business, government, and academia research. Specific current technology fields include courses in:

• Cybersecurity,
• Mobile computing,
• Big-data systems,
• Cloud-based systems, and
• Enterprise systems.

The program is designed to meet the needs of current working professionals, who want to get a graduate degree to stay abreast of the changing field of computing, as well as those with a recent bachelor’s degree to advance their knowledge and skills for a career in computing and cybersecurity.

Degree Requirements

The M.S. in Computer Science has two routes to degree completion- Thesis or Non-Thesis. The Non-Thesis route consists of 36 hours of graduate-level coursework which includes a graduate seminar course that is to be completed in the final graduating semester. The Thesis route consists of 30 hours of graduate-level coursework which includes 6 hours of thesis work. CSCI 5391 Graduate Seminar will be taken once each semester in the last two final semesters of the student’s program before graduation. The student will complete their thesis and defense to demonstrate a Master’s level education in Computer Science.

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Texas A&M University-San Antonio (A&M-SA) is a contemporary university reflective of the diverse and heritage-rich community it serves. Founded as the first upper-division institution of higher education in South San Antonio, A&M-SA today is a comprehensive four-year university offering affordable, high-quality education.

From May 2009, when the A&M-SA became a standalone university, to fall 2017, enrollment grew 340 percent. The University currently serves nearly 6,500 students and has graduated more than 8,000 alumni. The student body is 60 percent female and 72 percent Hispanic, and approximately 77 percent of students are the first in their family to attend college.

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A&M-San Antonio is reflective of the diverse and heritage-rich community it serves. University and community partnerships provide a strong foundation for student and academic success and support interdisciplinary teaching and experiential learning. Faculty and staff collaborate to create comprehensive, industry-responsive academic and co-curricular programs that provide a transformative experience for all students. The University’s inclusive environment inspires learning and fosters social development using relevant scholarship, research, and public service. A&M-San Antonio graduates leave well equipped with the knowledge and marketable skills that prepare them for rewarding careers, responsible global citizenship, and lifelong learning.

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