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NSU B.S. in Computer Science Graduate
Conduct Cutting-Edge Research in Computer Science
The Ph.D. in Computer Science program from Nova Southeastern University's College of Computing and Engineering prepares students to make significant contributions to the field through original research. Whether you're interested in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, or another dynamic subject, you'll have the opportunity to work with world-renowned faculty on cutting-edge projects.
With access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources, you'll develop the skills and knowledge needed to solve real-world problems and create new technologies. You'll also join a supportive community of scholars and researchers who are passionate about advancing the field of Computer Science.
Our Ph.D. graduates hold prestigious positions across all sectors, from industry to government to academia. They work at organizations such as Microsoft, IBM, and Google, and various United States government agencies, in addition to colleges and universities around the world.
NSA-Designated University
The National Security Agency (NSA) and its affiliated federal agencies have designated NSU as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity (NCAE-C) Cyber Defense (CD) and Cyber Research (R). NSU is among the few institutions around the nation to obtain both designations. Learn more.
Quick Facts
Learning Outcomes
A graduate with a Ph.D. in Computer Science will have the ability to:
- acquire advanced knowledge and deeper understanding of the field of computer science;
- communicate professionally and ethically about computer science research issues;
- identify, analyze, and synthesize scholarly literature related to the field of computer science; and
- generate new knowledge through research/scholarship and disseminate that knowledge to others by demonstrating the necessary technical and intellectual skills to produce a written document that makes an original contribution to the field of computer science.
Admission Requirements
Curriculum
*Each student will be required to complete at least three CISD 885 doctoral research courses. These courses will be taken at the end of the student’s coursework. These faculty supported directed study courses will enable the student to identify a viable research topic and conduct preliminary research that will lead to formal candidacy.
**Students must complete 24 credits of CISD 901 dissertation courses. Students who do not complete the dissertation within 24 credits will register for CISD 920 Continuing Dissertation (four credits) until the dissertation is complete.
For a full list of all course descriptions, visit coursewizard.nova.edu.
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The College of Computing and Engineering graduate enrollment office is located on the fourth floor in the Carl DeSantis Building on NSU's Fort Lauderdale-Davie campus in Davie, Florida. Click here for a map.
Email: computing@nova.edu
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.