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Tuition USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Hempstead, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Computer Science at Hofstra University is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Computer Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
  6. Location: Hempstead, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Computer Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:

  1. Software Engineer / Developer
  2. Data Scientist
  3. Machine Learning Engineer
  4. IT Project Manager
  5. Cybersecurity Analyst
  6. Cloud Solutions Architect

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Algorithm Design and Analysis
  2. Programming Language Concepts
  3. Advanced Operating Systems Design
  4. Web Application Development
  5. Mobile Device Programming
  6. Database Design
  7. Software Project Management
  8. Computer Communication Networks and Distributed Processing
  9. Secure Systems/Ethical Hacking
  10. Network Security
  11. Privacy in a Wired World

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: 3

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

Admission Requirements
  • Completion of a bachelor\xc2\x92s degree from an accredited institution.
  • An undergraduate minimum grade point average of 3.0.
  • GRE Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing scores must be provided from an examination within the previous five years of the date of application. For non-native speakers of English, a TOEFL may be required unless waived by the program director or the Office of Graduate Admission, after having received evidence of English-language proficiency.

Note: Applicants who have not taken the GRE examinations may be admitted if they meet all other admission criteria and may enroll in graduate courses if they have met individual course prerequisites. To continue in the program, students must take the GREs before completing 6 semester hours of graduate study.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 1,192 (Tuition (Module)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Hofstra University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About Hofstra University

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Hofstra University

Hempstead, United States

Hofstra University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months