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Graduate Catalog 2021-2022

Computer Science MA

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Master of Arts

There is demand in industry and in doctoral programs for master’s-level computer science graduates who have both an understanding of the theoretical foundations of computing and expertise in its applications. The MA program in Computer Science at Hunter College bridges the gap between a traditional undergraduate degree and an advanced path for a student’s future. Hunter College, recognizing the need for an affordable, conveniently located program in computer science, offers a master of arts in computer science. 

Departmental Requirements for Admission

To be considered for admission to the MA program in computer science, prospective students must meet the following criteria:

  1.  A BA or its equivalent, preferably in computer science, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 in the final 2 years of computer science and related course work.
  2. Courses in: calculus I and II, linear algebra or matrix algebra, statistics, discrete structures, data structures, and computer systems.
  3. Top 50th percentile on the Graduate Record Examination Quantitative Reasoning score
     

Note: Students whose native language is not English are required to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). The minimum TOEFL score that is required for graduate study in the School of Arts and Sciences at Hunter College must be achieved for admission into the Computer Science MA program. See: http://www.hunter.cuny.edu/graduateadmissions/faq/toefl-tse-twe-scores
 

Departmental Requirements for the Degree

Courses

Upon admission, each student is assigned an advisory committee to provide counseling and to approve a plan of study; the committee may waive pre- or co-requisites, if appropriate. A minimum of 30 credits is required for the degree. After completing 12 credits of core courses (CSCI 70500 , CSCI 72400 , CSCI 73000  and CSCI 74000 ), a student’s curriculum is made up of either:

(i) 4 elective courses and a 6-credit thesis (18 credits total), or

(ii) 6 elective courses (18 credits total), at least one of which must be CSCI 79500 - Advanced Topics in Computer Science  which will require a large programming project and a report; a passing grade on an exit examination must also be achieved.

The choice should be made in consultation with the student’s advisory committee shortly after completing the core courses. The program of study may include up to 6 credits from a department other than computer science, provided the student receives proper approval from his or her advisors.

Areas of Concentration

Students may concentrate in one of 2 tracks within the Department of Computer Science: Research or Applied. After completing the core courses, in consultation with their advisory committee, students will choose a significant number of courses in one of these 2 areas. 
 

Course Listings

Each course is 3 hrs, 3 cr unless otherwise noted.

Note: Your advisory committee may waive pre- or co- requisites if appropriate. 

Core (12):

Applied Electives:

Research Electives:

Total Credits required: 30

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