Computer Information Sciences (Computer Science, M.S.)
Computer science traces its foundation to mathematics, logic, and engineering. Studies in computer science encompass theory, experimental techniques, and engineering methodology. The computer information science curriculum (offered jointly with the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Information Technology & Decision Sciences) exposes students to aspects of each of these disciplines and fosters an appreciation and understanding of them. Students are exposed to the broad theoretical basis of computer science through lecture and laboratory experience.
Computer Information Sciences (Computer Science, M.S.)
Description
What is Computer Information Sciences at ODU like?
Computer science traces its foundation to mathematics, logic, and engineering. Studies in computer science encompass theory, experimental techniques, and engineering methodology. The computer information science curriculum (offered jointly with the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Information Technology & Decision Sciences) exposes students to aspects of each of these disciplines and fosters an appreciation and understanding of them. Students are exposed to the broad theoretical basis of computer science through lecture and laboratory experience.
Program Highlights
What makes Computer Information Sciences at ODU unique?
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Master of Computer Science in Information and Communication Technology is a joint program with the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Information Technology & Decision Sciences. See the webpage under the Department of Computer Science for details.
Careers
What are some careers in this field?
Check out these ideas from ODU Career Development Services and the Occupational Information Network (O*NET). A median salary is the midpoint of what people typically earn—half of those surveyed earned above the median salary, and half earned below.
Computer and Information Research Scientists
$119,570
MEDIAN SALARY
Conduct research into fundamental computer and information science as theorists, designers, or inventors. Develop solutions to problems in the field of computer hardware and software.
Computer Systems Analysts
$92,740
MEDIAN SALARY
Analyze science, engineering, business, and other data processing problems to implement and improve computer systems. Analyze user requirements, procedures, and problems to automate or improve existing systems and review computer system capabilities, workflow, and scheduling limitations. May analyze or recommend commercially available software.
Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary
MEDIAN SALARY
Teach courses in computer science. May specialize in a field of computer science, such as the design and function of computers or operations and research analysis. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Computer and Information Systems Managers
MEDIAN SALARY
Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as electronic data processing, information systems, systems analysis, and computer programming.
Courses
What are some courses offered in Computer Information Sciences at ODU?
IT 650:
Database Management Systems
HYBRID IN CLASS AND ONLINE
IT 651:
Business Intelligence
Introduction to business intelligence and its three components: data warehouse, data mining, and OLAP. Examines traditional techniques as well as emerging technologies. Prerequisite: IT 650 or permission of the instructor or department.
IT 660:
Enterprise Information Systems
This course introduces enterprise systems as large-scale software systems for the seamless integration of material and information flows within an organization. Topics include enterprise integration, engineering integration, customer integration, and enterprise systems applications in various industrial sectors. Prerequisites: IT 650 or permission of the instructor or department.
Requirements
What are the requirements to apply for Computer Information Sciences at ODU?
Students entering the Master of Science program in Computer Information Sciences should meet the minimum university admission requirements (Graduate Admission)
Students entering the Master of Computer Science in Information and Communication Technology should meet the minimum university graduate admission requirements (http://www.odu.edu/admission/graduate). In addition, an applicant must have a strong background in computer science. Students who do not have a sufficient background in computer science may enter the graduate program as provisional students and make up for their deficiencies by taking appropriate courses. Applicants are required to take the GRE general test. For the Computer Information Sciences emphasis area (described below), the GMAT aptitude test may be used. Two letters of recommendation from faculty members of academic institutions are required in addition to all transcripts at the postsecondary level. For students whose native language is not English, either a TOEFL score of 550 (paper-based) and 79 (internet-based) or IELTS score of 6.5 is also required.
Cost
Tuition and Fees
Estimated rates for the 2022-23 academic year. Rates are subject to change. Anyone that is not a current Virginia resident will be charged non-resident rates. That includes international students.
Virginia Resident
Per Credit:
$ 571
Non-Resident
Per Credit:
$ 1,394
Technology Delivered Courses Outside Virginia and/or the United States
Per Credit:
$ 595
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PROFESSOR
Name:
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Location:
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Office:
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Name:
Li Xu
Location:
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Email:
Office:
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Location:
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Phone Office:
757-683-3685
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Email:
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International Admissions
Location:
2101 Dragas Hall, Norfolk, VA 23529
Phone Office:
757-683-3701
Fax:
757-683-3651
Email:
intladm@odu.edu
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