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Graduate Studies

Southern Arkansas University

Computer and Information Science

The Master of Science in Computer and Information Science is designed to reflect the ongoing changes in the computer science field. It will provide a solid foundation in computer hardware and software, systems design, communications, and project/team management skills, particularly in the networking environment. It will provide students the training and information for an enduring foundation needed for future professional growth. Specific career tracks anticipated for graduates include Information System Project Management, System Analyst and Design or Development Specialist, Data Manager, and Pre-Ph.D. and MD Research Assistant Data Managers.

Specific Degree Requirements
Each candidate for the Master of Science in Computer and Information Science degree must complete a minimum of 36 semester hours of coursework.

  • MCIS 5003 Fundamentals of Information Technology
  • MCIS 5013 The Unix Operating System
  • MCIS 5103 Advanced Programming Concepts
  • MCIS 5113 Web Technology
  • MCIS 5413 Web Programming
  • MCIS 5133 Data Base Management Systems
  • MCIS 5143 Computer Networking and Security
  • MCIS 5153 Design and Analysis of Web-based Information System

Choose three from the following:

  • MCIS 6153 Software Engineering
  • MCIS 6123 Decision Support Systems
  • MCIS 6133 User Interface Implementation
  • MCIS 6143 Web Application and Web Services

Choose one of the following:

  • MCIS 6113 Internship
  • MCIS 6114 Degree Project
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