M.A. in computer science
HEGIS code 0701
NYS SED program code 77202

The M.A. in computer and information science is designed for students who choose to study the foundations of the field and its wide applicability across many problem-solving paradigms and problem domains. The program provides preparation for a variety of positions within the constantly expanding field of computer science, including computer systems software engineer, computer applications software engineer, computer systems analyst, database administrator, and network systems and data communication analyst. All of these positions appear in the ten top salaried jobs in the Bureau of Labor Statistics list of the thirty fastest growing jobs, projected through 2014. The program also prepares students for doctoral studies or research work in the field.

A student whose first degree was in an area other than computer science area can take undergraduate prerequisite courses at Brooklyn College to prepare for the master's program. All graduate courses are offered in the evening, making it convenient to combine work with study. A wide variety of courses are available in such fields as information systems, artificial intelligence, networks, multimedia, database systems, algorithms and problem solving, and many others. Our faculty members have published widely in all of these fields, and many are recognized experts in their areas.

Program/Department Advisors

Advisor Name Title Phone Location Email Office Hours Parsons, Simon D Grad Deputy Chair 718-951-5000 x2059 0119 N parsons sci.brooklyn.cuny.edu M,W 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Building codes:    A-Whitehead;   B-Boylan;   J-James;   N-Ingersoll;   NE-Ingersoll Extension;   R-Roosevelt;   RE-Roosevelt Extension;   WEB - West End Building

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Matriculation requirements
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Applicants are expected to have the equivalent of at least 15 credits in computer and information science and related areas, including all of the following: knowledge of a high-level computer language (preferably C++ or Java), knowledge of assembly language and computer architecture, a course in discrete structures, a course in data structures, and a course in calculus. Students who do not have all of these requirements can be accepted with the condition that they complete these courses at the undergraduate level.

General matriculation and admission requirements of the Division of Graduate Studies are in the section "Admission."

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Degree requirements
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Thirty credits are required for the degree. Students must maintain at least a B (3.00) average.

Students must complete 30 credits in courses numbered 700 and above, including at least three courses labeled with an asterisk (*) and at least one course from each of the following five groups:

1. Computer and Information Science 704X, 705X, 707X, 708X, 709.2X 719.3X;
2. Computer and Information Science 714X, 714.1X, 714.5X, 715X;
3. Computer and Information Science 716X, 716.5X, 717.1X, 717.2X, 717.5X, 718X, 741X, 757X;
4. Computer and Information Science 712X, 722X, 724X, 728X;
5. Computer and Information Science 742.1X, 743X, 747X, 748X, 749X.

Up to 10 credits in courses in other departments may be substituted, with the permission of the deputy chairperson.

Graphics/Multimedia concentration: Students who wish to have a concentration in graphics/multimedia should take any three of the following courses as part of their program in satisfying the degree requirements: Computer and Information Science 717.5X, 741X, 741.1X, 751X, 752X, 753G, 769X.

Students must complete one of the following: (a) Computer and Information Science 799.1G and a thesis acceptable to the department; no more than 6 credits in thesis research may be counted toward the degree; or (b) pass a written comprehensive examination.

As an exception to the general college rule, the comprehensive examination in the Department of Computer and Information Science may be taken in the term preceding the one in which the student will complete all course requirements for the degree. However, all other college regulations concerning the comprehensive examination still apply. Students are strongly advised to take advantage of this exception and to take the comprehensive examination in the earlier semester.