This comprehensive, two-year, 37-unit program combines an introductory sequence of undergraduate preparatory and foundational coursework with all the graduate breadth requirements necessary to satisfy the traditional Master of Science in Computer Science.
Related Programs
The Department of Computer Science also offers the following degree program concentrations. Please note that the following degree programs require an undergraduate degree in computer science:
- MS in Computer Science
- MS in CS – Data Science
- MS in CS – Game Development (On-campus only)
- Graduate Certificate in Applied Data Science
- Graduate Certificate in Data Science Foundations
In addition, the Department of Computer Science is home to the following Data Science graduate program concentrations:
- MS in Applied Data Science
- MS in Communication Data Science (On-campus only)
- MS in Cyber Security Engineering
- MS in Environmental Data Science (On-campus only)
- MS in Healthcare Data Science
- MS in Public Policy Data Science (On-campus only)
- MS in Spatial Data Science
For a complete list of graduate programs offered online in the USC Viterbi School of Engineering, please visit the DEN@Viterbi Program Offerings.
Career Opportunities
A variety of career opportunities exist, but primarily in the areas of:
- Aerospace and Defense
- Computer Programming
- Software Design
- Bioinformatics
- Computer Simulation
- Information Technology
- Architecture
- Communications
- Consulting Firms
Earn your Master of Science in Computer Science (Scientists and Engineers) online via DEN@Viterbi. Request information today.
Same Faculty. Same Program. Same Degree.
DEN@Viterbi strives to meet the needs of engineering professionals, providing the opportunity to advance your education while maintaining your career and other commitments. By breaking down geographical and scheduling barriers, DEN@Viterbi allows you to take your classes anytime and anywhere.
DEN@Viterbi students undergo the same academic requirements, curriculum, and must adhere to the same academic standards as on-campus students; therefore, your diploma is ultimately issued by the University of Southern California. There is no difference between remote students and on-campus students.
