Master of Science in Computer Science(MSCS)

Master of Science in Computer Science Program Requirements - 36 Credit Hours Total

Core Courses - 18 Credit Hours Total

MIS 500 Managing Information Systems & Technology - 3 Credit Hours
MIS 510 Information Technology Project Management - 3 Credit Hours
MIS 520 Leading Strategic Change with Technology - 3 Credit Hours
MIS 540 Management of Information Security - 3 Credit Hours
MIS 545 Business Architecture and Organizational Transformation - 3 credit hours
MIS 550 Big Data Analytics and Visualization - 3 Credit Hours

Capstone Course - 3 Credit Hours Total
CAP 690 Masters Applied Capstone - 3 Credit Hours

Master of Science in Computer Science Areas of Concentration
In addition to the core requirements, students must choose a concentration within the Master of Science in Computer Science program. To graduate with a concentration in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality (AR/VR) Mobile Game Development, Data Analytics (DATA), Health Informatics (HIT), or Software Development (DEV), students must take five (5) courses, totaling 15 credit hours. To graduate with a concentration in Web Development, students must take three (3) courses, totaling 12 credit hours

Artificial Intelligence - The Master of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Artificial Intelligence is designed to provide students with a comprehensive framework for artificial intelligence. Its goal is to cultivate exceptional leaders in the AI industry who can create and deploy cutting-edge intelligent systems that enhance human capabilities.

Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality (AR/VR) Mobile Game Development - The Master of Science in Computer Science with a concentration in Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality (AR/VR) Mobile Game Development is designed to lead students in preparation for a certification in Unity game development. Topics include simple game design concepts and structure, AI and intelligent behavior in Unity, Unity game development fundamentals, and technologies associated with augmented and virtual reality systems.

Data Analytics (DATA) - The Data Analytics (DATA) concentration is designed to provide students with the skills necessary for business analytics. Students will be presented the basic skills with information management tools and cloud databases to store, analyze, and extract business-relevant information. Students will use data visualization to understand and communicate data analyses and report data findings effectively to diverse audiences.

Health Informatics (HIT) - The healthcare industry relies heavily on technology and data. The concentration in Health Informatics (HIT) provides students with a foundational understanding of healthcare technologies and data management within the United States healthcare system and regulations. Topics include principles of data management, health informatics, healthcare technologies, compliance, governance and standards, telemedicine and networking.

Software Development (DEV) - The Software Development (DEV) concentration is designed to instruct students in the programming process and focuses on best practices in web interface design and development. Topics include systems analysis and design, web application development, user interface design, and web programming.

Web Development - The Full Stack Coding Bootcamp offered by Westcliff University is a multidimensional concentration that bridges a path for students who want to pursue careers in the growing and exciting field of web development. The program focuses on creating dynamic and interactive experiences through a rigorous full stack coding curriculum. Students pursuing this program will gain the necessary skills for front-end and back-end development, all while preparing them for success in the professional world.