Find out more about Master of Science in Computer Science / Theory of Computation

Program Details

Students gain a variety of capabilities and skills with a master’s degree in Computer Science from SMU. The Theory of Computation specialization focuses on the various ways algorithms can be utilized in a Computer Science context.

Courses in this online Computer Science degree cover the design, implementation, and evaluation of computer-based systems, processes, components, and programs. Students learn how to apply knowledge of computing and mathematics to software design and computing problems. Students can choose specialization electives from a wide range of available courses.

Electives available to students pursuing this specialization include:

• Compiler construction
• Coding theory and applications
• Parallel and distributed processing
• Probability and statistics for scientists and engineers

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