Program Overview

Masters of Science in Software Engineering

The Masters of Science in Software Engineering program is offered by the College of Engineering at San JosÈ State University.

About the Program

The program provides students with a comprehensive education in software engineering, covering topics such as enterprise software technologies, data science, cloud computing and virtualization, software systems engineering, networking software, and cybersecurity.

Program Requirements

The program requirements include:

• Enterprise Software Technologies
• Data Science
• Cloud Computing and Virtualization
• Software Systems Engineering
• Networking Software
• Cybersecurity
• Pre-Fall 2020 requirements are also available for students who started the program before Fall 2020

Admissions

The admissions process includes:

• Admission Requirements
• Admission Test Requirements
• Application Submission

Advising

The advising process includes:

• Advance Registration
• Admission Prerequisite Classes
• Change of Major
• Credit Transfer
• Curricular Practical Training (CPT)
• GPA Calculations
• New Student Welcome

Important Department Policies

According to departmental policy, students are not permitted to enroll in more than four courses per semester, including CMPE294, CMPE298I, and MS project or thesis courses. The four course limit is a departmental policy that will be enforced, resulting in students being dropped from excess courses. Also, note that students on an F-1 visa must take no fewer than three courses (9 units) per semester or file for a Reduced Course Load with International Scholar and Student Services (ISSS).

Colleges

The university has several colleges, including:

• Business
• Education
• Engineering
• Graduate Studies
• Health and Human Sciences
• Information, Data and Society
• Humanities and the Arts
• Professional Education
• Science
• Social Sciences

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• A-Z Index
• Academic Catalog
• Basic Needs Assistance
• Clery and Safety Reports
• Bookstore
• Calendars
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