This program is available for interested individuals who have an adequate background, but do not necessarily have a baccalaureate degree in engineering.  This program is governed by the general regulations of the University of Louisville Graduate School and is accredited by the Southern Associations of Colleges and Schools. Interested students should contact the Department of Computer Engineering and Computer Science office for further information about the Master of Science Program.

Admission Requirements

Please check application deadlines for prospective semesters. The admission requirements for the M.S. programs are essentially the same as the general requirements of the Graduate School.

Prerequisites: (not included in degree program)

• A bachelor's degree.
• Successful completion of CECS 121, 230, 302, 303, 310, 325, 335, 420, and 440 or their equivalents and IE 360.

NOTES:

• A minimum of 15 semester hours (including computer science thesis credit) must be in courses numbered 600 or above.
• Electives require approval of student's graduate committee or graduate program advisor.
• Languages such as C, C++, and JAVA might be needed. These are offered at the undergraduate level; not for graduate credit.
• *Two CECS graduate faculty with the student's advisor must devise a plan of study with the student during the first semester outlining the requirements for successful completion of the non-thesis option. The study plan will be forwarded to the Graduate School for further approval and documentation.