Master's of Science in Computer Science

A contemporary Master’s program that trains to Silicon Valley standards. We make sure our graduates are equipped with all of the skills and competencies necessary for success in the 21st century.
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‍Customize your degree and choose your specialization.

Program Options

Full-time and part-time programs available in a remote-first setting.

Part Time,
Tuesday Evenings, Saturdays

Study on a part-time basis with somewhat flexible options on course meetings.

Project deadlines based on start date.

24 months

START DATES

24 Jun 2025 • 22 Sept 2025

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Full Time,
Monday to Friday

Study full-time with meetings and coursework Monday through Friday, similar to a full-time job.

13-month intensive timeline.

13 months

START DATES

24 Jun 2025 • 22 Sept 2025

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Master's Program Curriculum

The MSCS curriculum is comprised of two parts: a core, then a specialization. You can choose your specialization, and will complete your thesis and capstone project under each specialization. Visit our Curriculum page for more details and a list of courses!

Core

The core curriculum starts with a 3-day intense hackathon, followed by data structures, algorithms, and data types. This provides a basic foundation on which students will build as they then move into their electives.

Specialization

There are currently 3 specialization
areas available:
‍• Backend Software Engineering
• AI/Machine Learning Engineering
• Full Stack Development

Career Prep

As part of the program, students are required to complete career preparation assignments, activities and role plays. This includes completing behavioral interviews, technical interviews, resume reviews, and more.

The Student

Experience

The student experience at Qwasar is unlike any other college or university. Students are engaged and involved in their own learning journey and have constant access to the tools and programs to help them achieve success.

Program Format

Full-time
• Monday – Friday
‍• 40-50 hours per week
‍• 13 month duration

Part-time
• Tuesday evenings and Saturdays
‍• 15-20 hours per week
‍• 24 month duration

Program Meetings

All students are required to daily meetings and participate in weekly events such as:
‍• Daily Standup
• Coding Collaboration Workshops
• Engineering Labs
• Live Coding Sessions
• Technical Presentations
• Virtual Library Time
• Occasional On-Site Meetings

How We Compare to Other Master's Programs

The student experience at Qwasar is unlike any other college or university. Students are engaged and involved in their own learning journey and have constant access to the tools and programs to help them achieve success.No other MSCS degree program in North America uses modern learning approaches or learning science and techniques that truly develop on-the-job skills needed in today’s world.

Train to Silicon Valley standards
MUCH greater depth of fundamentals, data structures, algorithms
Freedom and flexibility in learning – i.e. time to learn what you don’t understand
Hugely diverse and welcoming learning community
Depth and breadth of languages, technical skills, and frameworks covered
Extensive technical interview, resume, and profile training/resources
Industry-leading coding and learning management platform
Access to alumni network for referrals to jobs

Admissions

Qwasar uses a non-traditional admissions system: – no GRE – no letters of recommendation – no Bachelor’s of Computer Science required! The real question is: can you code? For more information on our admissions, please visit our Admissions and Tuition page.

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Student Support

Program Managers

Since Qwasar uses project-based learning and skills-based learning, the role of ‘instructors’ is to facilitate students’ learning through exploration, curiosity, inquiry, and challenges. Program Managers function in a similar manner to an engineering manager in the workplace.

Career Advising

Students have access to career advising, portfolio preparation, resume reviews, LinkedIn profile reviews, keyword suggestions, behavioral interview practice, and access to a unique hiring opportunities via partnerships.

Technical Interview Prep

Learners join our Technical Interview Preparation Program as they begin working on some of their final projects in the full stack track. Learners do 40+ technical interviews to prepare for job applications.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I complete the part-time program faster?

Yes, you can progress through the curriculum at your own pace. If you complete the assignments faster than the estimated time, you will complete the part-time program in less than 24 months.
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What if I work part-time/full-time?

Yes, you can progress through the curriculum at your own pace. If you complete the assignments faster than the estimated time, you will complete the part-time program in less than 24 months.
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What are the admission requirements?

You either need to pass the criteria for Admission without a Bachelor's Degree OR pass the interview process and be admitted if you have a Bachelor's degree. We offer performance-based admission for those who do not have a Bachelor's degree but who are still highly capable and have already got some programming experience and capabilities. Please see our Admissions page and Admissions Without a Bachelor's page.

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