Overview
Upon completion of the Computer Science Ph.D. program at Wayne State University, a student will be able to pursue a career as a computer science professional in academic research, computer science education, industrial applications, and related management positions.
Program learning objectives
- Students must demonstrate the ability to engage in advanced study and research.
- Students must demonstrate the ability to understand the major research questions and fundamental tools needed to solve problems in a given sub-field of computer science.
- Students must produce original and scholarly research that contributes to one or more of the sub-fields of computer science.
- Students are expected to have made a significant contribution to research in their sub-field and as a result, have become integrated into their various professional communities. They will then be in a position to address large-scale issues of both national and global concern.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Algorithms and Data Structures
- Network, Distributed, and Concurrent Programming
- Computer Systems Security
- Web Security: Hacking and Defense
- Game Programming and Design
- Principles of Web Technology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 84 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Computer Sciences View 183 other PhDs in Computer Sciences in United StatesAcademic requirements
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Student insurance
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- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Ph.D. applicants should possess a bachelor's or master's degree with a major in computer science or a related field.
- Official transcripts from each college or university attended.
- Three letters of recommendation.
- The GRE-Graduate Record Examination scores are required for the Ph.D. program.
- A statement of approximately 300 words describing the applicant's academic and professional goals.
Tuition Fee
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International
22808 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1774 USD per credit during 84 months. -
National
22808 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1774 USD per credit during 84 months. -
In-State
10992 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 855 USD per credit during 84 months.
Living costs for Detroit
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