Those who are interested in furthering their knowledge in an interesting field can consider pursuing an advanced degree in the subject. A Master of Science is a graduate-level program that allows students in a technology- or science-related field to delve deeply into specific coursework to prepare them for a successful career. A Master of Science in Computer Engineering may interest many technically minded individuals.

What is an MSc in Computer Engineering? Those who successfully complete a program gain extensive knowledge in computer science, mathematics, physics, and electrical engineering. Typical classes include the design and creation of computers, hardware development, software development, and communication networks. Focus areas are available in most programs, and often include artificial intelligence, photonic and optical signal processing, application specific computing, and hardware design. As a Master in Science, most programs include research and thesis requirements and may take two to three years to complete.

The benefits that students receive after completing a computer engineering program include increased competence and knowledge in the desired subject areas, greater thinking and problem-solving skills, and the ability to be successful in one of the most rapidly advancing technical fields in the world.

Program prices vary around the world and can be significantly different from one institution to another. Students may benefit from thoroughly researching each program while they are still in the candidate phase. This ensures that tuition costs align with their expectations.

Careers for individuals with graduate degrees in computer engineering are vast. Many students develop successful careers in detector and hardware development, cluster computer design and operation, measurement engineering, safety engineering, and audio technology. Any profession that requires the ability to work with complex modern information systems can become a career for students who earn these degrees.

Computer engineering programs are available around the globe. A significant number of institutions offer online programs, so students with an internet connection can participate from anywhere. To get started, interested individuals can use our program listing and lead forms to learn more information. 

The primary goal of the Doctor of Computer Science (D.Sc) is to grow research computer scientists with the ability to generate new knowledge. The program of Computer Science (D.Sc) is designed to advance the professional development of experienced computer scientist and professionals in the computer arena by extending their computer knowledge and equipping them with broad research and process computer skills, enabling them to make a key leadership contribution to their chosen fields. The program has been created to train students for careers in research such as government research, university research, and industrial research laboratories.

AIU’s Doctorate degree in Computer Science goes one step further by allowing students to study and research multiple key areas of computer science to develop a unique foundation of practical knowledge and computer science theory.

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 AIU Distance Learning Doctorate program in Computer Science will be a custom-made program, designed just for you by you and your advisor. This flexibility to meet your needs is seldom found in other distance learning programs. Our program does not require every student to study the same subjects and use the same books and other learning materials as every other student. Instead, our online Doctoral programs are designed just for you. They are individually designed to meet your needs and help you to reach your professional and personal goals

Important: Below is an example of the topics or areas you may develop and work on during your studies. By no means is it a complete or required list as AIU programs do not follow a standardized curriculum. It is meant solely as a reference point and example. Want to learn more about the curriculum design at AIU? (Course and Curriculum)

Core Courses and Topics in Computer Science:

• Testing of Integrated Circuits and Systems
• Introduction to Machine Learning
• Data Mining Techniques and Application
• Compilers
• Computer Vision and Image Processing
• Design and Analysis of VLSI
• Algorithms

Speciality Courses and Topics in Computer Science:

• Software Engineering
• Computer Networks: Technology and Application
• Advanced Operating Systems
• Advanced Computer Architecture
• Artificial Intelligence

Orientation Courses:

• Communication & Investigation (Comprehensive Resume)
• Organization Theory (Portfolio)
• Experiential Learning (Autobiography)
• Academic Evaluation (Questionnaire)
• The fundament of Knowledge (Integration Chart)
• Fundamental Principles I (Philosophy of Education)
• Professional Evaluation (Self Evaluation Matrix)
• Development of Graduate Study (Guarantee of an Academic Degree)

Research Project in Computer Science:

• Doctoral Dissertation Project
• MBM900 Doctoral Proposal
• MBM902 Doctoral Dissertation (15,000 words)

The Ph.D. in Computer Science is a joint program between the Schools of Computer Science, Interactive Computing, and Computational Science and Engineering within the College of Computing. All students in the program receive the same degree regardless of their interest area, specialization, research focus or school affiliation. New students are affiliated with the school in which their advisor resides, but none of the schools impose any special requirements compared to another.

As a research-oriented degree, the Ph.D. in Computer Science prepares exceptional students for careers at the cutting edge of academia, industry, and government. Students are expected to demonstrate excellence in both defining and executing a substantial research project that forms a novel contribution to the state of the art in computing. With a highly individualized program of study, the degree provides students with depth in their chosen research area coupled with a rigorous breadth of knowledge across the discipline.

First granting the doctoral degree in 1969 (as a Ph.D. in Information and Computer Science), the College of Computing represents a continuation of one of the earliest and most well-established graduate Computing institutions in the United States, and in the world. This stature is reflected in our national and international rankings and, most importantly, in the quality of the students who have graduated from our program.

The CS Ph.D. Structure

The coursework component of the Computer Science Ph.D. consists of an introductory course on graduate studies (CS 7001), along with separate breadth and minor requirements.

The breadth requirement is intended to give students a broad competency across the discipline of computing through coursework in a range of the College’s different research areas. This requirement is satisfied by taking five classes from across the College’s different research areas, and must include a Systems and a Programming Proficiency course and a Theory course.

The minor is a 9-hour sequence of courses from outside the College that constitutes a coherent program of study, and is determined by the student and advisor. The minor builds non-computing expertise in an area related to the student’s core research area.

As students progress, they must select a primary area of research and pass a qualifier (comprehensive exam) in that area to demonstrate mastery of the field in their chosen area, and readiness to do research.

While coursework plays an important role in the Ph.D., by far the most important component of the degree is the student’s individual dissertation research project. This project should contribute to new knowledge in the field of computing, and should demonstrate the student’s proficiency in defining and executing a compelling research agenda.

The dissertation research plan is formalized in a written proposal followed by an oral presentation. When a student passes his or her proposal, the student is admitted to candidacy and proceeds with the dissertation research, which is completed with the successful defense and submission of the approved doctoral dissertation.

Program of Study

Want to know more details about the program of study for the Ph.D. in CS? Find out about breadth component areas and courses, minors, qualifying exams and more on the Ph.D. CS – Program of Study page.

The breadth of the College’s research endeavors make our doctorate degree in Computer Science unique: the research specializations in the College span what is typically found in a “traditional” CS department, along with elements found in EECS, Robotics, or Information Schools in other Universities. This diversity allows students to formulate a uniquely individual program of study all within the CS degree, which may be impossible at other Universities.

The program leading to the M.S. degree in computer engineering is jointly administered between the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Department of Computer Science. Master’s degrees require a minimum of 30 credit hours and the fulfillment of at least 10 courses with grades of S (satisfactory) or at least a B-.

At least four lecture-based courses must be taken from a published list of computer engineering core courses. From these core courses, at least one course must be taken from each of the following three core areas:

• Computer Networking
• Computer Architecture
• Computer Software/Systems