Program Overview
The Computer Science at University of Arizona 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 7
- Tuition: USD 1,729 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 812 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
- Location: Tucson, 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
- Principles of Computer Networking
- Advanced Operating Systems
- Principles of Compilation
- Computer Architecture
- Design and Analysis of Algorithms
- Theory of Computation
- Principles of Programming Languages
- Parallel and Distributed Programming
- Computer Graphics
- Green Computing
- Database Systems Implementation
- Computer Security
- Algorithms in Bioinformatics
- Computational Geometry
- Introduction to Computer Vision
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3.2 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).
- 2 letters of recommendation,
- Statement of purpose concerning why you want to attend graduate school at the University of Arizona Department of Computer Science, what specific areas of computer science most interest you, and what you plan to do once you have completed your graduate degree.
- Curriculum Vitae
- All applicants should have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2 and a minimum GRE Quantitative score of 162.
- Domestic applicants should also have a minimum GRE Verbal score of 160 and minimum GRE Writing score of 4.5.
- International applicants should also have a minimum TOEFL total score of 100, a minimum TOEFL listening score of 25, and a minimum TOEFL speak score of 24.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 1,729 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 812 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 1,729 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; USD 812 (Tuition (Module)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Arizona 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 University of Arizona
University of Arizona
Tucson, United States
public university in Tucson, Arizona, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline Jan, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
