Program Overview

Certificate in Software Engineering Foundations - Graduate

The Graduate Certificate in Software Engineering Foundations is intended to provide a computer science foundation-building opportunity to students who do not have an undergraduate degree in the discipline. Throughout the certificate program, students will be able to develop a breadth of knowledge across computer science subjects, essential to pursue a career in the relevant fields or to continue graduate study in the Master of Science in Software Engineering (MSSWE) program. The MSSWE admissions committee may conditionally admit applicants lacking foundational knowledge in computer science, with the requirement to take some courses from this certificate program.

Program Overview

The Graduate Certificate in Software Engineering Foundations assumes that students do not have a significant background in computing. It both deepens and broadens their knowledge of computing and prepares them for positions of more responsibility in the computing industry, as well as for further postgraduate studies. Students interested in the Graduate Certificate will typically not have a first degree in computing.

Program Snapshot

This program is a part of the College of Computing and Software Engineering.

Related Degrees & Programs

• Software Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Administration in Information Security and Assurance

Department of Software Engineering and Game Development

The Department of Software Engineering and Game Development is located at Kennesaw State University, 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Atrium (Building J) J370, MD# 9034, Marietta, GA 30060.

Program Details

The Graduate Certificate in Software Engineering Foundations is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of computer science principles and practices. The program is intended for students who do not have a background in computing and wish to pursue a career in the field or continue their graduate studies in software engineering. The certificate program is a part of the College of Computing and Software Engineering and is related to other degrees and programs in software engineering, computer engineering, and administration in information security and assurance.