MS, COMPUTER SCIENCET

he Master of Science in Computer Science is designed to prepare students for
immediate entry into the global professional workforce in computer science. Theprogram provides advanced quality graduate studies in areas of critical importanceand great demand such as software engineering, database architecture andmanagement, website development, computer networking, cyber security, big data,cloud computing and mobile application development.
Typical career paths for graduates include:♦♦ Data analyst♦♦ IT consultant♦♦ Multimedia programmer♦♦ SEO specialist♦♦ Systems analyst♦♦ Web developer

The Concordia University Chicago Advantage♦♦ Founded in 1864, Concordia University Chicago has been bringing higher education to the world for morethan 150 years.
♦♦ CUC has been selected as a 2016-17 College of Distinction. The university has been part of a select group ofcolleges to earn this prestigious recognition since 2010.
♦♦ CUC was voted 96th out of 684 master’s-degree-granting universities in 2013 by Washington Monthly.
♦♦ Benefit from being taught by our highly dedicated and experienced faculty.
♦♦ Enjoy a more personalized learning experience with small classes.
♦♦ Network with professionals in and around Chicago, a truly global business city.
♦♦ Enjoy our campus located in a safe, quiet, and beautiful residential area close to shopping, restaurants,and transportation.

Program StructureCore Requirements♦♦ CSC-6051 Operating System II♦♦ CSC-6021 Data Structures and Algorithms II♦♦ CSC-6022 Advanced Data Structures andAlgorithms

Specialization Requirements
Software Engineering♦♦ CSC-6160 Software Engineering I♦♦ CSC-6161 Software Engineering II♦♦ CSC-6162 Advanced Software Engineering

Database Design and Development♦♦ CSC-6220 Database Design and Development I♦♦ CSC-6221 Database Design and Development II♦♦ CSC-6222 Advanced Design and Development(Big Data)

Website Design and Development♦♦ CSC-6350 Website Design and Development I♦♦ CSC-6351 Website Design and Development II♦♦ CSC-6352 Advanced Web Design and Development

Computer Networking and Cyber Security♦♦ CSC-6440 Computer Networking and Cyber
Security I♦♦ CSC-6441 Computer Networking and Cyber
Security II♦♦ CSC-6442 Advanced Computer Networking andCyber Security

Mobile Application Design and Development♦♦ CSC-6530 Mobile Application Design andDevelopment I♦♦ CSC-6531 Mobile Application Design andDevelopment II♦♦ CSC-6532 Advanced Mobile Application Designand Development

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Program Objectives
The program will enable students to attain, by the timeof graduation:♦♦ An ability to apply mathematical foundations,algorithmic principles, and computer science
theory in the modeling and design, implementationand evaluation of software systems, processes,components, or programs of varying complexity
in a way that meets the desired needs anddemonstrates comprehension of the tradeoffs
involved in design choices.
♦♦ An ability to analyze a problem, and identify anddefine the computing requirements appropriate toits solution.
♦♦ An ability to function effectively on teams toaccomplish a common goal.

Key Facts♦♦ Duration: 2 years♦♦ Intakes: August♦♦ Fees: $28,275♦♦ STEM extension: 2 years (3 years OPTin total)International Students
In addition to the base program curriculum,
international students attending face-to-faceclasses on the CUC campus are required
to take the Seminar in Higher Education, a3-credit course.

♦♦ An understanding of professional, ethical, legal,
security and social issues and responsibilities.
♦♦ An ability to communicate effectively with a rangeof audiences.
♦♦ An ability to analyze the local and global impactof computing on individuals, organizations, andsociety.
♦♦ Recognition of the need for and an ability toengage in continued professional development.
♦♦ An ability to use current techniques, skills, andtools necessary for computing practice.

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Graduate Entry Requirements
Academic Entry Requirements:♦♦ Bachelor’s degree from a U.S. equivalent, regionally accredited institution♦♦ GPA earned 2.85 or above
English Language Proficiency*:

Other Documents:♦♦ IELTS: minimum 6.0♦♦ or TOEFL: minimum 72 (internet-based)♦♦ or Michigan Test: minimum 85♦♦ or Bachelor’s degree from international
English-speaking university♦♦ or advanced degree from a U.S. institution♦♦ Completed and signed application♦♦ Objective statement♦♦ Copy of official transcript♦♦ Copy of passport♦♦ Foreign transcript evaluation**♦♦ Two letters of recommendation♦♦ Proof of English language proficiency♦♦ Declaration of finances/bank statement/
financial guarantee

Official test scores should be provided
International applicants with a “3+2” Master’sdegree will be evaluated as equivalent to a4-year Bachelor’s degree.
Admission and Degree Requirements

Program Planning: Once admitted to the program, a student’s transcripts will be evaluated to determine if
prerequisite coursework is needed. Candidates will be provided with a program plan which will outline theirgraduate program.
Graduation eligibility requires completion of the 36 hours of coursework (plus any required deficiency courses)
with a minimum earned cumulative GPA of 3.00.
Candidates will be evaluated on demonstrated proficiency in the following prerequisite areas:♦♦ C++ or Java♦♦ Data Structures♦♦ Operating Systems♦♦ Computer Architecture

Note: If the candidate is deficient in any of the above prerequisite areas, he/she will need to complete and pass
CUC undergraduate deficiency courses and earn a grade of C or higher while being enrolled in the Computer
Science graduate program. These courses will remain undergraduate credit and will not apply to toward thegraduate degree.
The deficiency courses are:♦♦ CSC-2410 Computer Science I♦♦ CSC-2510 Computer Science II♦♦ CSC-3420 Data Structure and Algorithms♦♦ CSC-4450 Operating Systems♦♦ CSC-2710 Computer Organization and Architecture*For more detailed information please visit CUChicago.edu/academics/masters/ms-computer-science/** Note: For further clarification, please contact your dedicated educational consultant or international.gus@CUChicago.edu

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