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PhD of Computer Science and Information Systems
- Denver, United States
- 5 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
Computing degree combining programming, Systems and data skills with a choice of concentration.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain the principal concepts and methods of Computer Science and Information Systems. Apply knowledge involving 180 quarter hours including 60 of general education. Interpret relevant information
- Work on discipline-specific assignments
- And communicate findings effectively.
Career outcomes
- Information security analyst
- Software developer
- Data analyst
- IT administrator
- Software engineer
- Database administrator
- Quality assurance tester
Curriculum
- 180 quarter hours including 60 of general education. Core: computational thinking
- Information systems
- Operating systems
- Systems analysis
- Discrete structures
- Applied programming
- Data analysis
- Databases and an internship practicum. Students complete a 15-hour concentration (e.g. Analytics
- Cybersecurity
- Networking
- Web development).
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor or master degree as set by the programme
- Evaluated by CU Denver or ECE/WES
- GPA 3.00 or better
- English proficiency proof
- Programmes add recommendation letters
- Resume
- Statement of purpose and sometimes GRE/GMAT.
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's or master's degree as set by the programme, Evaluated by CU Denver or ECE/WES.
Documents you’ll need
- Degree Certificates
- Academic Transcripts
- Research Proposal if required
- Academic References
- Curriculum Vitae
- English Proficiency Results if required.
How to apply
- Review the research degree entry requirements and identify a suitable supervisor where necessary. Prepare transcripts
- Qualifications
- A research proposal and supporting evidence requested for your subject. Submit the research application and respond to any follow-up requests. Accept an offer and complete immigration arrangements if needed.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $22,176 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $75 USD |
| Deposit | $48,761 USD |
Program details
| Campus | Downtown Denver campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Engineering, Design and Computing |
| Department | Computer Science and Engineering |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 61 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 5 years.
Tuition is $22,176 USD per year. The application fee is $75 USD. The deposit is $48,761 USD. The estimated living cost is $20,898 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3.

