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Program checklist · B.S./M.S.

Computer Science/Software Development, B.S./M.S.

Marist College · Poughkeepsie, NY

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Program
Award
B.S./M.S.
Credential class
ceterms:MasterDegree
Catalog edition
2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalog
Checklist type
degree-program
Description
Return to: Departments and Programs EITEL LAURIA, Ph.D., Graduate Director, Department of Computing Technology In addition to its undergraduate major in Computer Science, the Department of Computing Technology also offers a Master of Computer Science/Software Development degree. Acknowledging the exceptional caliber of some undergraduate students, whose coursework mirrors the depth and quality usually seen at the graduate level, the Department thus recognizes that these students could successfully participate in graduate classes. For these reasons the Department offers a five-year program in Computer Science, at the end of which the student will earn both B.S. and M.S. degrees. This program offers an accelerated way of obtaining a Master’s degree. Instead of remaining three additional semesters as full-time students to gain the MS at 152 credits (120 + 32), those CS undergraduate students who are admitted to this program will be required to take only 143 credits, or 23 additional credits that can be completed in two semesters, normally the fall and spring following their undergraduate studies. The five-year program is not appropriate for all students. Qualification occurs in the sixth semester. A cumulative GPA of 3.0, as well as a GPA of 3.0 in the major, is required for acceptance into and continuation in the program. Students interested in entering the five-year program should speak to any CS faculty member early in their studies at Marist, but no later than the beginning of their sixth semester. A faculty recommendation is required for admittance into the program. Two Concentrations The Master of Science Computer Science/Software Development at Marist College offers two concentrations to choose from while earning your MSCS degree. Five-year students are encouraged to explore the concentration that best suits their interest, background and/or career goals. Cloud Computing Concentration: Designed to equip students with hands-on experience and practical skills directly applicable to real-world industry scenarios, this concentration encompasses comprehensive courses in Networking, Security Protocols and Cloud Computing, ensuring a robust understanding and proficiency in these critical technological areas. Artificial Intelligence Concentration: The newly developed AI concentration is crafted for students aiming to specialize in the fusion of AI methodologies with computational systems, offering an in-depth exploration of reasoning, planning and search, machine learning, neural networks, deep learning and applications such as natural language processing and computer vision. Through a combination of theoretical understanding and practical application, students will develop the skills necessary to innovate and lead in the rapidly evolving AI landscape Dual Degree (Five-Year) Program In the current program, students apply in the second semester of their junior year and if accepted, begin the five-year program in the first semester of what would have been their senior year. Students in the current program earn 143 credits. Students take up to three graduate classes in their senior year that count toward their undergraduate degree in terms of credits. In the fifth year, students take all graduate classes to complete their degree. See the tables below for details. (Programs Requirements and Recommended Sequence of Courses).
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Requirements to complete

Every course or condition the catalog lists, in the catalog's order.

Requirements for the Dual Degree in B.S./M.S. Program in Computer Science

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    1.0 Undergraduate Course Requirements in Computer Science: 54 cr

    11 items
    1. CMPT 120L
      Introduction to Programming 4 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course
    2. CMPT 220L
      Software Development I 4 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course
    3. CMPT 221L
      Software Development II 4 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course
    4. CMPT 230L
      Software Systems and Analysis 4 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course
    5. CMPT 306L
      Data Communications and Networks 4 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course
    6. CMPT 307N
      Internetworking 4 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course
    7. CMPT 308N
      Database Management 4 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course
    8. CMPT 330L
      System Design 4 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course
    9. CMPT 422N
      Computer Organization and Architecture 4 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course
    10. CMPT 435L
      Algorithm Analysis and Design 3 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course
    11. Concentration electives 15 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course

    2.0 Course Requirements in Related Fields: 14 cr

    4 items
    1. BUS 100L
      Introduction to Business and Management 3 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course
    2. MATH 130L
      Introductory Statistics I 3 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course
    3. MATH 241L
      Calculus I 4 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course
    4. MATH 205L
      Discrete Mathematics 4 Credit(s)
      Not resolved to a course

    3.0 Core/Liberal Studies Requirements

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      3.1 Foundation: 7 cr

      2 items
      1. FYS 101L
        First Year Seminar 4 Credit(s)
        Not resolved to a course
      2. ENG 120L
        Writing for College 3 Credit(s)
        Not resolved to a course

      3.2 Distribution

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        Requirements

        8 items
        1. PHIL 101L
          Philosophical Perspectives 3 Credit(s)
          Not resolved to a course
        2. Ethics 3 Credit(s) (CMPT 305L - Technology, Ethics, and Society recommended)
          Not resolved to a course
        3. Fine Arts 3 Credit(s)
          Not resolved to a course
        4. History 3 Credit(s)
          Not resolved to a course
        5. Literature 3 Credit(s)
          Not resolved to a course
        6. Mathematics 0 Credit(s) (fulfilled by major field req.)
          Not resolved to a course
        7. Natural Science 3 Credit(s)
          Not resolved to a course
        8. Social Science 3 Credit(s)
          Not resolved to a course

        Requirements

        1 item
        1. Courses addressing an interdisciplinary topic.
          Not resolved to a course

        4.0 Graduate Courses taken at the Undergraduate Level: 12 cr

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          Cloud Computing Concentration

          3 items
          1. MSCS 510L
            Software Design and Development 4 Credit(s)
            Not resolved to a course
          2. MSCS 630L
            Security Algorithms & Protocols 4 Credit(s)
            Not resolved to a course
          3. MSCS 679L
            Parallel Processing 4 Credit(s)
            Not resolved to a course

          Artificial Intelligence Concentration

          3 items
          1. MSCS 505N
            Machine Learning 4 Credit(s)
            Not resolved to a course
          2. MSCS 510L
            Software Design and Development 4 Credit(s)
            Not resolved to a course
          3. MSCS 550L
            Artificial Intelligence 4 Credit(s)
            Not resolved to a course

          5.0 Fifth Year Graduate Courses: 20 cr

          0 items

            Cloud Computing Concentration: 8 cr

            2 items
            1. MSCS 621L
              Cloud Computing 4 Credit(s)
              Not resolved to a course
            2. MSCS 710L
              Project 4 Credit(s)
              Not resolved to a course

            Artificial Intelligence Concentration: 8 cr

            2 items
            1. MSCS 612N
              Deep Learning 4 Credit(s)
              Not resolved to a course
            2. MSCS 710L
              Project 4 Credit(s)
              Not resolved to a course

            MSCS Grad Electives (and/or Internship): 12 cr

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              Recommended Program Sequence for a B.S./M.S. In Computer Science/Software Development

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              1. Recommended Program Sequence for a Dual Degree B.S./M.S. In Computer Science/Software Development
                Not resolved to a course
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