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Computer Studies Certificate
Undergraduate Certificate

These program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 academic year.


An undergraduate certificate in computer studies provides you with an introduction to the entire field of computer and information science. It is a credential providing you knowledge in a specific skill area and may serve as a foundation toward an associate or bachelor's degree.

Program Highlights

Programming track (CMIS):

  • Design, test, and debug algorithms to solve problems using pseudocode and C
  • Create, implement, test, debug, and document object-oriented programs using Java

A+ Net+ track (CMIT):

  • Evaluate, install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot computer hardware components and operating systems
  • Recognize the type of network design appropriate for a given scenario

Digital Media/Interactive Design track (CMST):

  • Follow proven design theory in creating digital media for print, web, and mobile devices
  • Design effective digital media from concept to final product
Required Courses

Core Course

  • (3 Credits, IFSM 201)

Discipline-Specific Course Sequence (9 credits)

Choose one 9-credit sequence from the following:

Programming Focus:

  • (3 Credits, CMSC 105)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 115) 
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 215)

or

A+Net+ Focus

  • (3 Credits, CMIT 202)
  • (3 Credits, CMIT 265)
  • (3 Credits, CMIT 291) or (3 Credits, CMIT 320)

or

Digital Media/Interactive Design Focus 

  • (3 Credits, CMST 290)
  • (3 Credits, CMST 295)
  • (3 Credits, CMST 308) or (3 Credits, DATA 200) or any lower-level computing course or three 1-credit computing courses

Computer Studies-Related Courses (6 credits)

Chosen from any CMIS, CMIT, CMSC, CMST, CSIA, DATA, IFSM, or SDEV courses

Career Preparation
Experience Recommended for Success in the Program

No previous experience is needed.

Total Program Credits
18
Transfer Credits
Up to 9
Format
  • All courses are available online
  • Select on-site and hybrid courses available
Tuition Per Credit
  • $250 per credit hour
    (Europe & Downrange)

See our Tuition Rates page for details.

Admission Requirements

This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.

Military-Specific Details

This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.

State-Specific Details

This program does not have state-specific restrictions.

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Computer Science
Bachelor of Science

These program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 academic year.


With a bachelor’s degree in computer science from University of Maryland Global Campus Europe, you'll learn how to plan, design, develop, and optimize computer software and systems for commercial and government environments. Designed with input from employers, industry experts, and scholars, this versatile program provides students with opportunities for professional development and strong foundational skills in programming languages, software development, complex algorithms, database systems, and data structures.

This program is also available as a minor.

Program Highlights
  • Identify and respond to emerging technology, models, methodologies, systems, and trends in human/computer interaction, including social networking, gaming, modeling, and simulation
  • Apply logic and mathematical principles to the design, development, and verification of secure, high-performance, and reliable computing systems
  • Analyze, design, develop, and document secure technical solutions for computing systems and networking infrastructure
  • Plan, design, and optimize computing architecture, software applications, data, and systems
  • Adhere to local, national, and international technical standards, ethics, and intellectual property regulations when developing computer applications and systems
  • Analyze, compare, and contrast algorithms, programming languages, compilers, and operating systems to select or develop solutions to problems
Required Courses
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 115)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 215)
  • CMIS 310
  • (3 Credits, CMIT 265)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 315)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 320)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 330)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 335)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 345)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 430)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 451)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 495)

Related Required Courses

The following required courses (7 credits) may be applied to general education requirements:

  • (4 Credits, MATH 140)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 105)
The following required courses (7 credits) may be applied to elective requirements:
  • (4 Credits, MATH 141)
  • (3 Credits, CMSC 150)

**** Please note that the combination of Math 107 (College Algebra) and 108 (Trigonometry and Analytical Geometry) OR Math 115 (Pre-Calculus) is a prerequisite to Math 140 (Calculus I)

    Career Preparation

    This program is designed to help provide you with a foundation for a career in software architecture or engineering; application software design; or systems analysis, programming, or engineering in corporate organizations and government agencies.

    Experience Recommended for Success in the Program

    No previous experience is needed.

    Total Program Credits
    120
    Transfer Credits
    Up to 90
    Format
    • All courses are available online
    • Select on-site and hybrid courses available
    Tuition Per Credit
    • $250 per credit hour
      (Europe & Downrange)

    See our Tuition Rates page for details.

    Admission Requirements

    This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.

    Military-Specific Details

    This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.

    State-Specific Details

    This program does not have state-specific restrictions.

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    Cloud Computing and Networking
    Graduate Certificate

    These program requirements are for students who enroll in the 2022-2023 academic year.


    With an online graduate certificate in cloud computing and networking from University of Maryland Global Campus, you'll have the opportunity to delve into the concepts underlying cloud computing, cloud services, and cloud applications and understand the benefits and risks associated with moving to cloud-based services. Learn about different cloud development platforms and the fundamental processes associated with implementing them.

    Program Highlights
    • Refine your communication, critical thinking, quantitative reasoning, and leadership skills
    • Investigate and analyze the technologies of the cloud services industry
    • Explore network engineering concepts, functions, applications, configurations, and hardware
    Required Courses

    Required Courses

    • (6 Credits, DCL 600T)
    • (6 Credits, CCS 610)
    • (6 Credits, CCS 625)
    Career Preparation

    This program is designed to help you prepare for work in cloud engineering, infrastructure, and support.

    Experience Recommended for Success in the Program

    No previous experience is needed.

    Total Program Credits
    18
    Transfer Credits
    Exactly 6
    Format
    • All courses are available online
    • Select on-site and hybrid courses available
    Tuition Per Credit
    • $350 per credit hour
      (Europe & Downrange)

    See our Tuition Rates page for details.

    Admission Requirements

    This program follows standard UMGC admission requirements.

    Military-Specific Details

    This program does not have military restrictions. It is available to all eligible civilian and military-affiliated students.

    State-Specific Details

    This program does not have state-specific restrictions.

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