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Master of Science in Computer Science

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Master of Science in Computer Science

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Accredited Master’s Degree

Offered by Clemson University, a Carnegie R1 public research institution

$20,280 USD Tuition

Plus a flat fee of $103 per semester. Flexible payment options are available

Complete in 20-36 Months

Complete 10 three-credit courses full- or part-time

100% online

Lecture videos, live office hours, collaborative projects, and connection with instructors and peers

Academics

Immerse yourself in the future of AI and computer science

This MS in Computer Science will equip you with advanced knowledge and skills, preparing you to engage with the most challenging questions facing today’s digital industries. 

Working alongside leading academics and internationally recognized researchers at a celebrated Carnegie R1 public research institution, you’ll acquire a robust theoretical framework, along with practical computing skills. 

Through collaborative projects based on real-world computing environments and scenarios, you’ll build expertise and abilities while forging meaningful connections with your peers and faculty members. 

You’ll learn how to apply the core concepts, principles, and methodologies of computer science in a variety of real-world contexts, with a strong emphasis on human-centered computing approaches. 

Throughout the program, you’ll examine the ethics and implications of human interactions with technology - becoming a conscientious IT practitioner in the process.

Flexibility
Asynchronous learning in a flexible program designed for busy working professionals.
10 courses, 3 credits each
Complete the 10 course/30-credit program in 20-36 months, studying either full- or part-time.
Develop in-demand skills
Gain expertise in sought-after job skills, such as AI, machine learning, data science, and human-centered computing.
Learn on mobile
Take your studies on the go with mobile-friendly learning on iOS and Android (some assignments may still require a desktop or laptop).

Admissions information

Enroll for Fall 2025 and start classes in August! Enroll now and secure your spot!

This innovative program offers two pathways to admission.

  • Traditional application deadline: August 1, 2025
  • PBA enrollment deadline: August 20, 2025
  • Fall semester classes begin: August 20, 2025

Upcoming Events

  • April 17: An Inside Look into Clemson’s AI Open Content Courses - Register here!
  • April 24: Brush Up On Your Computer Science Skills and Knowledge with Clemson’s Readiness Sequence - Register here!

Admissions information

Enroll for Fall 2025 and start classes in August! Enroll now and secure your spot!

This innovative program offers two pathways to admission.

  • Traditional application deadline: August 1, 2025
  • PBA enrollment deadline: August 20, 2025
  • Fall semester classes begin: August 20, 2025

Upcoming Events

  • April 17: An Inside Look into Clemson’s AI Open Content Courses - Register here!
  • April 24: Brush Up On Your Computer Science Skills and Knowledge with Clemson’s Readiness Sequence - Register here!
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Degree Structure

Required Courses (8 units): Each concentration will have a defined set of 8 required courses, allowing you to go deep into your desired areas of study.

Elective Courses (14 units):  Fill in the rest of your course of study with 14 electives from across the curriculum, allowing you to broaden your engineering education and prepare yourself for modern engineering challenges. 

Capstone Project (2 units): Your final course in the master’s program will be MAS-E's unique, interdisciplinary capstone project. You will create a powerful example of your expert skill set, experience, and technical understanding that you can showcase when applying for engineering roles.

Customize your degree with the MAS-E Degree Planner

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Curriculum

Required Courses:

  • Techniques for Electronic Devices Fabrication
  • Human Centered Design Methods I
  • Electronic Properties of Materials
  • Introduction to Structural Materials
  • Development of Modern Materials for the Microelectronics Industry
  • Optimization of engineering systems
  • Quantum physics for semiconductor engineers
  • Development of Modern Materials for the Microelectronics Industry

Required Courses:

  • Techniques for Electronic Devices Fabrication
  • Human Centered Design Methods I
  • An Introduction to Continuum Mechanics and Modern Applications
  • Introduction to Structural Materials
  • Manufacturing in a Climate Emergency
  • Development of Modern Materials for the Microelectronics Industry
  • Quantum physics for semiconductor engineers
  • Development of Modern Materials for the Microelectronics Industry

Required Courses:

  • Principles of Modern Ocean Engineering
  • Engineering a Net-Zero Carbon Future
  • Manufacturing in a Climate Emergency
  • Nuclear Energy and the Environment
  • Earthquake-Induced Soil Liquefaction
  • Introduction to Structural Materials
  • Renewable Energy Systems
  • Wildland Fire Engineering

Required Courses:

  • Human Centered Design Methods I
  • Flying Robots: from Small Drones to Aerial Taxis
  • Analysis and Control of Nonlinear Systems
  • Legged Robots: How to Make Robots Walk & Run
  • Optimization of engineering systems
  • The Digital Transformation in Industry
  • Applied Data Science for Engineers
  • Python for Engineers