Program Overview
The Computer Science at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 60 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
- Duration: 60 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Location: Chapel Hill, 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
- Computer Organization
- Operating Systems
- Linear Algebra for Applications
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Preparation
Admission to the department is highly competitive. Although we welcome promising students from all disciplines, entering students must have a substantial background in both mathematics and computer science. This background normally includes at least six semester courses in mathematics and six in computer science. We consider knowledge of the following subjects to be essential preparation for our graduate program:- differential and integral calculus;
- discrete mathematics: sets, relations, functions, algebra;
- linear algebra or matrix theory;
- mathematical probability, preferably calculus-based;
- structured programming techniques;
- data structures and abstract data types;
- computer organization.
- design and analysis of algorithms;
- formal languages and automata theory;
- databases;
- operating systems;
- compilers;
- digital logic techniques;
- numerical computing methods;
- programming languages;
- software engineering.
- Previous Degrees
- Personal Statement
- Recommendations
- Sponsorship
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 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
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About University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
University of North Carolina Chapel Hill
North Carolina, US
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is a public research university in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, United States. Chartered in 1789, the university began enrolling students in 1795,...
University Profile- Start Date March 2025
- Language English
- Duration 60 months
- Credits 30