Academics

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

This degree, offered by the Department of Computer Science, provides a solid background for a variety of careers in the computing profession. Entry level positions include jobs in programming, systems analysis, software engineering and customer support. Such positions are required by nearly every institution regardless of whether they are public or private.

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science and Linguistics

The BS Computer Science and Linguistics program, jointly offered by the Department of Computer Science and the Department of Linguistics and Language Development, prepares students with foundational knowledge and skills for the combination of computer science and computational linguistics careers. It features a computing-based curriculum that instructs students in the theory and practice of language, linguistics and applied linguistics and computer science to prepare students for job careers in automated text analysis, machine translation, grammar checking, speech synthesis & recognition, artificial intelligence, machine learning, web search, information retrieval, big data analytics and more.

Bachelor of Science in Data Science

The Data Science BS provides students with in-depth technical knowledge, the opportunity to apply that knowledge in a field of their choice and knowledge of the social and human contexts and ethical ramifications of how data is collected, analyzed and used. It features a computing-based curriculum and instructs students in the theory and practice of data management, machine learning and computing analysis of data-centered problems. This combination puts graduates in an advantageous position to contribute to the development of solutions to a variety of urgent problems, such as transforming industry for the new digital age, enhancing educational learning and assisting communities in disaster recovery.

Bachelor of Science in Information Science and Data Analytics

The Bachelor of Science in Information Science and Data Analytics at San José State University prepares students to manage, analyze, and interpret data to solve real-world problems. The program combines information science, data analytics, and technology, equipping students with skills in programming, database management, and data visualization. With a focus on ethical data use and decision-making, graduates are ready for careers in business, healthcare, government, and technology. Fully online and designed for flexibility, the program allows students to tailor their studies to their career goals.

Masters of Science in Artificial Intelligence

The MS in Artificial Intelligence program provides students with a state-of-the-art educational experience to become outstanding, socially responsible engineers of AI systems. Students will learn the theoretical foundations and gain practical skills to manage and engineer various data forms, to make predictive analyses, derive actionable insights and develop intelligent hardware and software systems and related cutting-edge AI technologies.

Masters of Science in Applied Data Intelligence

The MS in Applied Data Intelligence, offered by the Department of Applied Data Science, prepares students to excel in an AI-driven world by combining the latest advancements in AI with real-world applications. The program focuses on AI-powered data intelligence, decision-making, and solving complex challenges. Students from multidisciplinary fields gain hands-on experience with generative and agent-based AI models, applying these solutions to industry-driven projects

Masters of Science in Bioinformatics

The Master of Science in Bioinformatics at San José State University features an interdisciplinary curriculum in bioinformatics, biology, computer science and mathematics. Questions in many areas of biology, including genomics, molecular biology, neuroscience, physiology, microbiology, ecology and evolution, must now be answered using mathematical and computational methods. New techniques allow the acquisition of many thousands or millions of biological measurements, and the field of bioinformatics has developed to address this need.

Masters of Science in Computational Linguistics

Computational linguistics, a subfield of artificial intelligence, involves the analysis of languages and linguistic phenomena, as well as the production of language, by way of computer-based models. Computational linguistics can be used to investigate written texts, naturally spoken conversation, or pronunciation; it can also devise programs that synthesize speech. A few of the areas that computational linguists work on include speech recognition, machine translation, natural language processing, dictionary development and speech synthesis.

Masters of Science in Computer Engineering

The MS in Computer Engineering (CMPE) program provides students with an educational experience that combines electrical engineering and computer science with the best of academia, the best of academia and Silicon Valley. The high-tech industry increasingly requires engineers to be equipped with both hardware and software development knowledge and skills. The program provides in-class theory with hands-on hardware design and software development exercises to give students the skills necessary to create contemporary microelectronic products containing both hardware and software.

Masters of Science in Computer Science

The Masters of Science program gives students the opportunity to further their knowledge in foundational and applied topics, preparing them for advanced industrial or research positions. Students are expected to complete six graduate level courses, two electives and two semesters of project work. Full-time students generally take two years to complete the program. The program is available to students with a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related discipline. In order to ensure small class sizes and individual supervision of projects, the size of the program is limited and applications are competitive.

Masters of Science in Data Science

The Masters of Science in Data Science program is offered by the College of Science’s Department of Computer Science and Department of Mathematics and Statistics.

This degree is designed for students with an undergraduate degree in the sciences or engineering, and it provides both mathematical and algorithmic foundational knowledge and practical programming skills for data science careers.

Masters of Science in Software Engineering

The MSSE program, offered by the Department of Computer Engineering, provides students with an educational experience that builds on traditional computer science and engineering and takes an integrative approach to software engineering. The program offers specializations in enterprise software technologies, cloud computing and virtualization, software systems engineering, data science, cybersecurity and networking software.

Masters of Science in Statistics with a Specialization in Machine Learning

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics offers a MS in Statistics with a specialization in machine learning. Machine learning is a subset application of artificial intelligence (AI) that provides systems the ability to automatically learn and improve from experience without being explicitly programmed.

Minors, Certificates, and Human-AI Co-Instruction

SJSU is also in the process of developing further minors, and certificates in AI, as well as programs that are AI adjacent. As more information is made available, resources, links and information will be shared.