Program Overview
The Computer Science at Pennsylvania State University is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT, 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
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: University Park, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computer Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Theory of Computation
- Design and Analysis of Algorithms
- Advanced Operating Systems
- Formal Methods for Software Engineering
- Advanced Programming Languages
- Computer Security
- Advanced Topics in Database Management Systems
- Artificial Intelligence
- Evolutionary Computation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A baccalaureate degree in Computer Science or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Three letters of reference, at least one of which is from an academic source.
- A letter outlining significant work experience and academic and career objectives.
- At the discretion of the program, students may be required to provide scores from the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) and/or the GRE subject test in computer science.
- GRE test scores are required for those indicating interest in an assistantship.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2031-05-18
About Pennsylvania State University
Pennsylvania State University
State College, United States
The Pennsylvania State University is a public state-related land-grant research university with campuses and facilities throughout Pennsylvania, United States. Founded in 1855 as the Farmers' High...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-05-18
- Start Date 2018-08-24
- Language English