Department of Computer & Information Science
Our faculty are dedicated to excellence in computer science education and research. Join us to explore new ideas and a vision of computing in the 21st century.
Our up-to-date classrooms, laboratories, and facilities make cutting-edge learning and discovery possible—with research opportunities available at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
Academic programs
Undergraduate Programs:
- BS in Computer Science
- BS in Computer Science - Software Engineering Concentration
- BS/MS in Computer Science - Accelerated Program
Graduate Programs:
- MS in Computer Science
- MS in Computer Science - Online
- MS in Computer Science Online Preparatory Program
Graduate Certificates:
- Graduate certificate in Computer Science
- Graduate certificate in Computer Science - Online
- Graduate certificate in Computer Systems
Students who study computer science may be interested in pursuing advanced degrees such as UMassD's PhD in Engineering & Applied Science.
Computer science at UMassD
Department News
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UMass Dartmouth students put their cybersecurity skills to the test in a fast-paced, hands-on hackathon designed to mirror real-world threats
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The grant will fund an initiative that leverages cutting-edge technology to advance the Massachusetts oyster industry
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The Princeton Review ranks UMass Dartmouth's computer science game design program among the top 50 in the U.S. and top 13 in the Northeast
Department feature stories
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