Saint Leo University’s Master of Science in Computer Science provides a quality computer science graduate education to students by strengthening analytic skills, offering valuable research experiences, and promoting professional development in computer science.
Our MS in Computer Science emphasizes experiential learning with courses in software design, computer architecture, artificial intelligence, machine learning and more to best prepare graduates with the knowledge and skills to succeed in this dynamic, growing field.
Saint Leo University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS). The Business curriculum is also accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).
Students admitted to the degree program must have earned an undergraduate degree in Computer Science or a related field from an accredited university. Students with a non-Computer Science degree will be required to complete the following prerequisites or its equivalent: Computer Systems (COM203); Programming in C++ (COM207); and Principles of Networking (COM215).
The Master's in Computer Science is a 30-credit program.
Below is a list of the program's course requirements.
| Course Number | Title |
|---|---|
| COM 508 | Secure Software Design |
| COM 510 | Principles of Cybersecurity Management |
| COM 542 | Advanced Computer Architecture |
| COM 545 | Web Security Management |
| COM 560 | Fundamentals of Software Engineering |
| COM 562 | Advanced Operating Systems |
| COM 563 | Analysis of Algorithms |
| COM 566 | Database Systems |
| COM 571 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence |
| COM 575 | Machine Learning and Intelligent Systems |
As the complexity of enterprise systems and critical IT infrastructure continues to grow, there is a strong demand for highly skilled computer science and information technology specialists well versed in the science of developing advanced computer-based solutions to real-world problems.
Typical career paths for graduates include: Automation Engineer, Software Development Engineer, Web Developer, Software Architect, Computer Network Architect, Programmer, Database Administrator, Software Assurance Analyst, Computer Scientist.
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