Accelerated Dual Degree Program
Accelerated Dual Degree Program
Accelerated Dual Degree Program
Bioinformatics
The Master of Science in Bioinformatics program produces highly trained students who are prepared to directly contribute to the pharmaceutical, biological and/or biomedical research fields. Bioinformatics is a multidisciplinary field that develops and uses computational tools to investigate and analyze complex biological, biomedical, and biochemical systems. The goal of the field is to analyze large biological data sets generated in the lab or clinic for ways to enhance our understanding of biology and to develop better diagnostic, prognostic and treatment methods. A major goal of our program is to provide hands-on experience so students use the skills they learn towards real-world research questions. This includes advanced training in theory and laboratory settings to allow students to diversify into other biomedical research fields.
Computer Science
The Master of Science in Computer Science will provide individuals with the opportunity to acquire an excellent graduate level education in Computer Science that prepares them to work in a variety of computer related fields, including education, industry, research, business, and government.
The M.S. in Computer Science is designed for individuals with a B.S. in Computer Science who are looking to expand their knowledge and opportunities. Students with a bachelor's degree in another discipline may also apply for the M.S. in Computer Science after meeting certain eligibility criteria. This degree can be completed as a full-time or part-time student. Most classes are offered in the evening to enable students to complete their degree while working.
Cybersecurity
The Master of Science in Cybersecurity is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills need to understand key issues along with present and emerging cyber threats to information systems. This program is designed for highly motivated students passionate about the field of cybersecurity. It allows qualified students to begin taking graduate courses during their senior year, enabling them to accelerate their graduate studies while completing their undergraduate degree and paying undergraduate tuition and fees. The ADDP BS/MS degree program offers an opportunity for interested and qualified students to complete the Rowan University Computer Science Department’s Bachelor of Arts in Computing & Informatics and Master of Science in Cybersecurity in a streamlined timeframe — typically in five years instead of six.
Data Science
The Master of Science in Data Science at Rowan University is designed for individuals with a Bachelor's degree in a STEM related field who are looking to expand their knowledge and opportunities in Data Science. The program has a strong background in Data Mining, Modeling, Statistical and Machine learning, but also includes potential concentrations in Health Data Analytics or Business Data Analytics for students with those interests. If no concentration is chosen, there are a variety of electives so that students can increase their knowledge of Computer Science, Statistics, or Visual Analytics.
The program is based on industry needs, as well as guidelines of the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) and of the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET). Students will be prepared to use algorithms, statistics, and technology to make informed decisions from massive amounts of data, to manage streamed data or data stored in massive data warehouses, and to visually analyze and present information. Courses are designed to provide expertise in the data sciences and train students to solve problems with complex sets of structured and unstructured data commonly found in anyindustry.
STEM Education
Matriculation into MA STEM begins in senior year where content majors can begin to take 4 of the 12 MA STEM Graduate courses during their senior year (at an undergraduate tuition). MA STEM has a total number of 33 education based course credits (see attached program guides) which are to be completed for graduation from the graduate portion of the ADD program. Upon graduation, students receive their Masters in STEM Education , their teaching certification in Computer Science and of course the Bachelor degree in C& I ( This is awarded prior to full matriculation i.e. the graduate portion of MA STEM)
This program allows students to complete both degrees at Rowan in five years as opposed to the traditional period of six years (if both degrees were completed separately). Accelerated master's degrees save majoring students the cost and study time of graduate admission tests, application fees, and extra courses. By applying for an accelerated master's program, you can start taking courses toward your master's in your senior year and get dual course credit for both your undergraduate and master's degree.
Our accelerated BS/MS program offers:
- greater flexibility to schedule courses to complete the prerequisites for advanced study
- a seamless transition to the Master’s degree
- the opportunity to complete the requirements for the MS degree within a year of completing the BS in Computer Science
For details on how to register for these programs, please see our advising materials.