Applied Computer Science, M.S.
Applied Computer Science Overview
- Hybrid of computer science, data science, and information systems
- Flexibility in tailoring the graduate degree right for you
- Hands-on experiences
- High-performance computing cluster
- Job opportunities for students with a master’s degree is projected to grow by 11% in West Michigan and 8% in the U.S.A. by 2026
Coursework
The curriculum covers a breadth of topics:
- Algorithms
- Computer architecture
- Database
- Operating systems
- Programming languages
- Software engineering
Program Overview
Final Project or Thesis
All Applied Computer Science masters students are required to complete either a project or a thesis.
MS Applied Computer Science Project Form
MS Applied Computer Science Thesis Form
Please visit the Project and Thesis Grading Criteria page for more information.