Information Assurance and Security
Comprehensive understanding of information assurance and security problems with the solutions as well as hands-on experiences about applying these solutions.
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Program description
Computer Science, MCS
For working professionals looking to deepen their technical expertise and advance in the computing industry, ASU offers an online program that combines rigorous theory with practical, project-based training.
The Master of Computer Science provides hands-on instruction spanning theory, systems and applications, helping students build a portfolio of projects that showcases their abilities to employers. Unlike the research-oriented Master of Science in Computer Science, the MCS emphasizes applied coursework and career development for industry practitioners, covering areas such as algorithms and simulation modeling, artificial intelligence and machine learning, big data and data mining, cloud and distributed systems, cybersecurity and cryptography, cyber-physical systems and the Internet of Things, and visualization and graphics. Graduates complete substantial course projects that demonstrate advanced technical capability and position them for leadership roles in industry.
Curriculum
Featured courses
Software Security
Theories and tools for software security, including secure design, threat analysis and modeling, security testing and coding.
Advanced Computer Network Security
Comprehensive understanding of network security and corresponding solutions, including cryptography, access control, secure Web transactions, e-mail security, and viruses.
Admissions
Admission requirements
Program requirements
For admission requirements, refer to the academic unit program page. Some programs have additional requirements — check with your local Enrollment Advisor for details.
Computer Science, MCS, MS →Transfer applicants
International graduate and undergraduate transfer applicants should review ASU's international transfer guidance before applying.
https://admission.asu.edu/apply/international/transfer →Key admission dates & deadlines
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Outcomes
Career opportunities & applicable roles
Graduates develop proficiency in key theories, algorithms and software modules used in the field of computer science, building the technical depth needed for advanced roles across the computing industry.
Career examples include
Computer Network Architect
Computer System Analyst
Computer Systems Engineer
Data Scientist or Engineer
Machine Learning, AI or Computer Vision Engineer
Software Developer
Software Engineer
The school
Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering
The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering is the largest and most comprehensive engineering program in the United States, with students from 150 countries and all 50 states. It offers 28 undergraduate and more than 55 graduate programs across eight schools.
Faculty lead high-impact research, including EPIXC, a $70 million clean energy institute funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, and the $39.8 million SWAP Hub supported by the CHIPS and Science Act. The college is also home to five Science and Technology Centers.
U.S. News & World Report ranks its graduate engineering programs No. 23 among public universities (2025–2026), and its faculty have received more than 130 U.S. patents and launched 13 startups.
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