Computer Science (M.S.)
Elevate your career opportunities or prepare to pursue further educational programs by blending foundational theory and practical application in our master鈥檚 in computer science.
Create Your Own Path to Tech Success with 91制片厂 Tech鈥檚 M.S. in Computer Science
Building the technical skills to leverage artificial intelligence, big data, and cybersecurity is as valuable now as ever before as rapidly changing technology is impacting all facets of our lives. 91制片厂 Tech鈥檚 M.S. in Computer Science allows you to create your own pathway to developing the theoretical and practical skills that employers seek. Gain advanced knowledge in computational theory and understand how to implement those theories, all while studying in the growing tech hub of Chicago, where you鈥檒l develop networks, find internships, and gain expert guidance in building a successful career.
Program Overview
Build applicable skills and understand advanced computational theory in artificial intelligence, big data, and cybersecurity in one of three pathways of 91制片厂 Tech鈥檚 M.S. in Computer Science: research-driven coursework, master鈥檚-level project, or a thesis. You can pursue the program online, as a hybrid program, or on-campus in Chicago, where you鈥檒l have access to the global metropolis鈥 thriving tech industry.
Career Opportunities
Graduates have found jobs for master鈥檚 in computer science such as:
- Data systems designer
- Program developer
- Security systems designer
Here are some courses that are among our M.S. in Computer Science students鈥 favorites:
CS 554 Data-Intensive Computing You鈥檒l explore distributed computing fundamentals and design strategies for cloud, grid, and supercomputing in this course. It is ideal for advanced students who are ready to tackle large-scale data challenges.
CS 558 Advanced Computer Security Gain a robust foundation in cybersecurity, from malware to smart grid protection, in this course. You鈥檒l work on research projects and explore real-world security topics that prepare you for the field.
CS 577 Deep Learning Learn about deep neural networks for applications in vision, language, and audio processing in this course. It also covers essential math, programming, and GPU frameworks to build adaptable artificial intelligence models.
You must complete the , regardless of which graduate program you wish to pursue. Visit our admission website to learn more about what information and documents you need to apply.
Please note that each college and individual programs may have additional requirements to apply. Please contact the Computer Science Department at computerscience@illinoistech.edu with any questions.
Tuition and Fees
Learn more about the university鈥檚 general tuition and fees, visit the Student Accounting Website.
Utsav P. Says...
鈥淭he flexibility that I got by choosing coursework from the business school and finance while doing my master鈥檚 in computer science gave me a much larger perspective while still focusing on a tech degree.鈥
Utsav Pathak (M.S. CS 2nd Year)
Featured Faculty
Mustafa Bilgic
Cynthia Hood
Ioan Raicu
Farzaneh Derakhshan
Binghui Wang
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To learn more about the program, please reach out to Associate Teaching Professor of Computer Science Dennis Hood at dhood@illinoistech.edu.