Master of Science in Computer Science - Data Science

Combining in-depth study and real-world experience, the master’s degree in computer science at Towson University prepares you for the growing and changing field of information technology. The master’s in computer science provides a comprehensive curriculum with a solid scientific and technical foundation for pursuing either doctoral work or advanced positions in business, industry and government. Graduates find high-profile jobs as software developers, web developers, computer security analysts and e-commerce analysts. Computer science students put their knowledge and skills to work outside of the classroom in a wide variety of real-world internship opportunities with local employers and organizations. Graduate assistantships in the department are also available.Data Science Track — recommended for students interested in data mining and big data analytics.

No GRE scores are required. A baccalaureate degree in computer science from a regionally accredited college or university or a baccalaureate degree in any other field with additional prerequisites A minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.00 (on a 4-point scale) is required for full admission to the program, and 2.75 is required for conditional admission. GPA calculations may be based upon the cumulative units or the last 60 units of the degree.IELTS- 6.5 with band scores of 6.0TOEFL- 80 with subscores of 20