Master of Science [M.S] Engineering - Computer Networking
- MSc in Engineering - Computer Networking at the University of California Los Angeles is a 2 years program.
- It is an online program offered on a full-time basis.
- The MSc in Engineering degree is the most flexible of the engineering degrees, allowing students to focus on a specific major to build a multidisciplinary program of study that best fits their professional needs and goals.
- In this program, students have to complete at least 9 courses (36 units), of which at least 5 must be graduate courses at the 200 level and a Capstone project.
- Students have to attend online office hours and meetings via zoom video conferencing.
- Students get the opportunity to do additional certificates of specializations in:
- Data Science Engineering
- Engineering Management
- Mechanics of Structures
- Reliability Engineering
- Sustainable Water
- Systems Engineering
- Students have to view lecture slides via the Echo360 website or app and upload their homework electronically.
- Students are expected to complete the degree within 9 academic quarters, or 7 academic quarters and 2 summer terms.
- The maximum time allowed in this program is 10 academic quarters (excluding summer terms).
- The courses offered on the quarter system (the duration of one course is 10 weeks) and all materials (including video lectures) remain available for the duration of the course.
- The examination may be taken at UCLA or with an approved off-campus proctor (selected by the student).
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UCLA ranked as one of the best online graduate engineering programs in the year 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2020 according to the U.S. News and World Report.
Tution & Application Fees
| Year | Year 1 | Year 2 |
| Tuition Fees | $11442 | $11442 |
| Nonresident Supplemental Tuition | $15102 | $15102 |
| Book and Supplies | $114 | $114 |
| Health Insurance | $4458 | $4458 |
| Total Fees | $31116 | $31116 |
Examinations
| Exam Type | Exam Name | Score | Out of Score | Exam Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS | International English Language Testing System | 7 | 9 | 3 |
| TOEFL | Test of English as a Foreign Language | 87 | 120 | 3 |
| GRE | Graduate Record Examination | 326 | 340 | 2 |
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must complete a bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or related field from a recognized institution.
- The related fields include a UG degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, physics, chemistry, or the equivalent field.
- A GPA of 3.0 out of 4.0 is required in the last two years of undergraduate coursework.
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet one of the following eligibility criteria:
- Students must complete a 4-year undergraduate degree with first class in a relevant field from a recognized institution
- Or, students completed a master's degree with first-class in a relevant field from a recognized institution.
Submission of GRE scores is compulsory for this program and it is recommended to submit the scores from tests taken within the last 5 years for a better chance of admission.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test to get admission to this program.