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Master of Science in Computer Engineering - Thesis Option University of California, Riverside University of California, Riverside, USA

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USD 15102

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*Subject to change and other fees
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USD 155

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24 months

Duration

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7

IELTS

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80

TOEFL

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70%

Min GPA

Program Overview

The Computer Engineering program offers the B.S. + M.S. program and the M.S. degree in Computer Engineering. Specific requirements for each degree are described below. The Computer Engineering major stresses the study of core computer science and electrical engineering topics. It prepares students for careers in the design of complex systems involving computer hardware, computer software, electronics, and electrical signals for communications, networking, desktop computing, and embedded computing.

Thesis Option. Students may replace up to 8 units of courses listed under “Additional Credits” with 8 units of graduate research for the thesis or dissertation (CS 299, EE 299). Units obtained in directed research or directed studies (CS 290, CS 297, EE 290, EE 297) may not be used to satisfy any course requirements under this option. Students must submit a master’s thesis in accordance with the general requirements of the university. The thesis is original research work, and it should demonstrate the student’s ability to study a research area, identify an open problem and make a research contribution. The thesis requires a presentation and must be approved by a committee of at least three faculty members. Students are required to enroll in at least 2 units of CS 297, 290 or 299 no later than the third quarter from the start of their program. 

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Additional Information

Program Level Master's Degree

College/University Processing Time 3 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Optional Practical Training (OPT) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

Aug 2025

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have earned a bachelor’s degree.

    7 IELTS Score
    80 TOEFL Score Minimum Overall Score
    290 Gre Minimum Overall Score
    70% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    15102

    Tuition Fee
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    USD 155

    Application Fee
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    14250 Per year

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