Information Technology Master’s Degree Track
Master of Science (MS) in Computer Science with Information Technology Track
Drive innovation with advanced IT expertise
The Information Technology Track within the M.S. in Computer Science program at UT Permian Basin equips students with the knowledge and hands-on skills needed to lead in system administration, networking, and software development. Designed for professionals aiming to deepen their impact in tech-driven environments, this track includes specialized electives that count toward the 30 credit hours required for the master’s degree.
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Degree Requirements
UT Permian Basin offers both thesis and non-thesis options, giving you flexibility to match your goals. To earn your M.S. in Computer Science with an Information Technology focus, you'll complete 30 graduate credit hours, including core courses and track-specific electives.
Non-Thesis Option
- Complete 30 credit hours of graduate-level computer science courses.
- Up to two COSC 4000-level courses (not previously used for undergraduate credit) may be applied.
- No research or thesis hours are required.
Thesis Option
- Complete 24 credit hours of coursework.
- Complete 6 credit hours of COSC 6399 - Thesis Research.
- Successfully defend a faculty-approved thesis.
- Up to two COSC 4000-level electives may be included (if not used previously).
Information Technology Track Electives
As part of the required 30 credit hours, students in the IT Track must include the following electives:
- COSC 6315 - Database Systems (3 cr)
- COSC 6370 - Networking (3 cr)
- Plus additional approved COSC electives to complete the full credit hour requirement.
For the most current and detailed information, please refer to the official UTPB Graduate Catalog.
Career Paths in Information Technology
The Information Technology Track at UT Permian Basin prepares you for dynamic roles in today’s digital economy. Whether you’re building secure networks or developing enterprise software, this track positions you to thrive in high-demand IT fields.
- Information Security Analyst
- Data Scientist
- Web Developer
- Software Developer
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