Program Overview
The Computer Science at Western Kentucky 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
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 10,353 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 10,353 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Bowling Green, 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
- Operating Systems II
- Automata Theory and Compiler Construction
- Advanced Database
- Analysis of Algorithms
- Software Engineering and Project Management
- For more information please visit the program website
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
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).
- A Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics, or another subject closely related to CS or
- A minimum 3.0 undergraduate grade point average and a minimum combined (V+Q) GRE score of 290, with the quantitative reasoning score being 148 or better and a verbal score that adheres to the university minimum.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 10,353 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 10,353 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 10,353 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 10,353 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Western Kentucky 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 Western Kentucky University
Western Kentucky University
Bowling Green, United States
Western Kentucky University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-01-18
- Start Date 2018-01-15
- Language English
- Duration 24 months