Computer Science and Information Systems
As part of the Washington, D.C., metro area, the Northeastern University Arlington campus is a great place to spend your time building your career in computer science, cybersecurity, and other related fields. With a range of cultural activities and a lively entertainment scene, the area is vibrant and full of social and career opportunities.
Washington College graduates applying to any of the Arlington master’s degrees have the application fee waived and will receive a scholarship of at least 5% toward tuition.
Master of Professional Studies in Applied AI
The MPS in Applied AI program prepares you to proactively and thoughtfully navigate the changing AI landscape and its challenges.
The curriculum focuses on building and implementing AI and machine learning technologies,
emphasizing collaborative learning, interdisciplinary innovation, and ethics. Gain
functional government and industry expertise, challenge your creativity, and learn
to lead through real-world experiences.
This comprehensive approach, along with the opportunity to specialize your learning
through concentrations and electives, ensures you are equipped with the computer science,
analytical, and problem-solving skills to transform your workplace through AI.
The Connect option provides students without a background in computer science the opportunity to pursue courses providing intensive, hands-on guidance into the essential knowledge required for the MPS in Applied AI with an additional nine semester hours of credit.
Master of Science in Computer Science
Northeastern University’s Master of Science in Computer Science prepares students
for exciting, meaningful careers across the full spectrum of computer science applications
and across industries. Whether you choose to be a generalist or a specialist, the
MSCS program equips you to tackle diverse challenges in the field of computer science.
Refine your broad base of fundamental knowledge and gain expertise in breadth areas
such as systems and software, theory and security, and artificial intelligence and
data science. Discover what an MSCS degree from Khoury College at Northeastern can
mean for you.
The Align option gives students without a background in computer science (CS) a direct path to an
MS in computer science and a rewarding tech career.
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Master of Science in Cybersecurity
Designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence for Cyber Operations by the Department of Defense and National Security Agency, Northeastern University offers one of the best cybersecurity programs available to help you:
- Gain technical computer science skills in information security.
- Develop a contextual and interdisciplinary foundation in law, forensics, criminology, social sciences, policy, and management to break down silos in cybersecurity.
- Hold an optional, full-time, paid co-op or internship.
- Learn from experts who drive innovation across industries.
- Develop skills for lifelong advancement and collaboration with some of the most diverse
thinkers in cybersecurity.
The Align option gives students without a background in computer science (CS) a direct path to an
MS in Cybersecurity and a rewarding career.
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Master of Science in Information Systems
In Northeastern’s Master of Science in Information Systems (MS-IS) program, you embark
on an IT leadership pathway as a more evolved, dynamic software engineer. Through
an innovative curriculum and a rigorous academic program that is both broad and deep,
you become a problem-solver who designs groundbreaking software solutions that fit
within the complexities of the business world and solve the humanistic needs of the
people who use them.
This flexible degree program puts software at the forefront of the engineering paradigm
to address the socio-technical needs of contemporary society. Become prepared to go
beyond simple programming to be a leader in information technology, delivering systems
that are safe, secure, and help solve the world’s grand challenges.
Your degree involves a deep level of applied learning with project-based case studies
in every course, and you have the opportunity to apply for a co-op experience in an
industry of your choosing.
The Bridge program is designed for those with non-STEM or nontechnical bachelor’s degrees, or those
who want to strengthen their technical backgrounds, to enter the information systems
field.
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Master of Science in Software Engineering Systems
The Master of Science in Software Engineering Systems approaches software development from the analytical and methodological perspective of an engineer. Build advanced design and engineering skills, enhance knowledge in cloud computing, and develop machine learning algorithms. With your passion for high-performance technology, large-scale machine learning, and AI-type algorithms, you become an intuitive problem solver, experienced engineering architect, and results-focused leader. Your knowledge of the three-way intersection of computer science, engineering, and ethics enables you to have real-world societal impact in a high-demand field across industries.