University of South Florida Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing 34 courses 30 total credits
Bellini College of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity and Computing Department of Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, and Computing Major Contacts, Deadlines, and Delivery Information This major shares a core with the Computer Science and Engineering, M.S.C.S.E. Also offered as a Bachelor’s/Master’s Pathways The Master of Science in Computer Science (M.S.C.S.) program offers a dynamic and comprehensive curriculum designed for students seeking to deepen their expertise in computing and technology. With a focus on both foundational principles and advanced topics, the program provides opportunities to specialize in areas such as artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, computing hardware and sensors, human-centered computing, networks and computing systems. Students opting for the thesis option engage in hands-on projects, cutting-edge research, and real-world applications, fostering innovation and critical thinking. Graduates of the M.S.C.S. program are well-equipped to excel in the fast-paced tech industry, pursue a Ph.D. studies, or lead in interdisciplinary fields where computing drives progress. Major Research Areas: The major areas of computer science include, but not limited to, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Robotics, Human-Centered Computing, Human Computer Interaction, Networking and Distributed Systems, Computer Architecture, and Software Engineering.
| Total Credits | 30 credits |
Shared Core Requirements
Successful completion with a letter grade “B” or better of the two core graduate-level courses is required.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| EEL 6764 | Principles of Computer Architecture | 3 |
| COT 6405 | Introduction to the Theory of Algorithms | 3 |
| Total Shared Core Requirements | 6 credits | |
Additional Required Courses
Successful completion with a letter grade “B” or better:
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| COP 6611 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| Total Additional Required Courses | 3 credits | |
Electives (12 Credit Hours Minimum)
Students in the non-thesis option complete a minimum of 21 credit hours. Students in the thesis option complete a minimum of 12 credit hours. With prior permission from the Graduate Director, students can take a maximum of 3 hours of Independent Study or Internship, a maximum of three (3) hours of one-hour seminar courses, and up to one graduate level course (3 credit hours) outside of the college. Students must select at least 12 hours from the list of available graduate elective courses in consultation with the Graduate Director or individual advisor. Non-thesis students need to take a minimum of six (6) credits from the list of electives that are software related in the following...
Thesis Option (9 Credit Hours Minimum)
The thesis option requires nine (9) credit hours of thesis in computer science related problems, as determined by the Major Professor and documented in the Plan of Work.
| Code | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CIS 6971 | Thesis: Master’s | 2-19 |
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