- The Masters in Computer Science is designed for post-baccalaureate students who wish to strengthen their skills and knowledge in computer science. Students may wish to earn the M.S. either as a terminal degree or in preparation for doctoral studies. The Masters program can support broadening applied skills or deepening theoretical understanding.
- The Ph.D. in Computer Science is for students who plan to pursue research careers in industry or academia. Ph.D. students are expected to demonstrate mastery of the concepts relevant to their area of expertise, participate in the research culture of the department, and contribute to the scientific literature.
- The Professional Master’s in Computer Science (PMCS) is designed for baccalaureate students and professionals looking to upskill, change careers, or advance in the tech sector, PMCS will prepare you to lead and thrive in today’s evolving digital landscape.
- The Applied Computing, Graduate Certificate (ACGC) is designed to offer students from disciplines outside of computer science the opportunity to gain practical experience in the field. ACGC is an online-first program that equips students with practical, career-focused skills in AI and data science. Emphasizing real-world applications, coursework tackles challenges from diverse fields including healthcare, environmental science, digital marketing, and cybersecurity.
Related Programs
The ICS Department also participates in the following interdisciplinary degree:
- The Ph.D. in Communication and Information Sciences is an interdisciplinary degree designed for students whose interests cross multiple areas related to computation, communication, informatics and information science, technology policy, digital communities, and related fields. You must have a Masters degree already to be admitted to this program.
Graduate Chair
Michael-Brian Ogawa, Ph.D.
Faculty Specialist
Information and Computer Sciences
1680 East West Road, Room 317
Honolulu, HI 96822
ics-gradchair@lists.hawaii.edu