Graduate Computing at GVSU
Why Study Computing?
Do you really need a reason to study computing? Here are 10 great reasons.
Already Interested in Computing?
Grand Valley State University offers a variety of graduate-level coursework in computing for virtually everyone. You don't necessarily need a formal degree in computing in order to pursue graduate-level coursework at GVSU.
Options for People Who are New to Computing
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If you currently have minimal computing skills, we have several options to help you get started in computing.
- CIS 161 - Computational Science (3 credits)
- CIS 162 - Computer Science I (4 credits)
- CIS 163 - Computer Science II (4 credits)
See the online catalog for offering times, formats, and locations.
Options for Advancing Your Computer Skills
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If you have some computing skills but would like to progress in order to advance in your career, consider taking individual computing courses or pursuing a digital badge from the School of Computing and Information Systems.
- Computing Courses: students with the appropriate targeted background can take individual courses from the School of Computing and Information Systems. We offer a wide variety of courses in diverse subject areas such as mobile computing, cryptography, project management, web development, and databases.
- Digital Badges: digital badges, consisting of 3 or more courses, are also available for those looking for something more than a single class or two.
Options for Undergraduate Students
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If you are currently an undergraduate student at GVSU, we have several combined degree options that make getting your MS-CIS degree even easier. If you aren't a computing undergraduate, there is an individualized combined degree option that allows you to create a program tailored to you.
Combined Degree |
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Robert Adams, Ph.D. |
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Robert Adams, Ph.D. |
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Computer Engineering B.S.E. / Computer Information Systems M.S |
Robert Adams, Ph.D. |
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Mark Luttenton, Ph.D. |
Options for Computing Professionals
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If you're looking for a full degree, GVSU offers several graduate degrees in computing. Admission to a Master's program normally requires significant prior skill in computing.
Graduate Degree |
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Robert Adams, Ph.D. |
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Andrew Kalafut, Ph.D. |
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Jerry Scripps, Ph.D. |
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Guenter Tusch, Ph.D. |