Careers
The Computer Science Ph.D. program is flexible and suitable for a wide range of career interests, allowing our students to find their place in industry or research.
Our doctoral program graduates pursue careers at leading universities, research institutions and government agencies such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, or find employment in leading information technology or biotech companies such as Google, GE, Anthem and Thermo Fisher Scientific.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Cryptography
- Applied Combinatorics and Graph Theory
- Advanced Algorithms with Applications to Networks
- Advanced Machine Learning
- Deep Learning
- Advanced Computer Architecture
- Advanced Computer Networks
- Internet of Things
- Advanced Operating Systems
- Multimedia Systems
- Advanced Software Engineering
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: 3
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 80
Other requirements
General requirements
In addition to the general requirements of the College of Arts and Sciences, the Department of Computer Science has the following requirements:
- A baccalaureate or master’s degree in computer science or its equivalent. While we welcome capable students with non-computer science degrees, they may need some foundation courses.
- A statement of background and goals.
- Three letters of recommendation from individuals who can evaluate the applicant’s potential for Ph.D. work in computer science.
- Minimum GPA 3.0/4.0.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees.
Non-residents: 45,403 AUD / year ≈ 32,332 USD / year
Out-of-State
44,552 AUD / year ≈ 31,726 USD / year
Domestic
Tuition fee for the domestic students.
In-State: 13,748 AUD / year ≈ 9,790 USD / year
Living costs
Atlanta, United States
1,703–3,101 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships opportunities are available for Computer Science.
