The Master of Science in Computer Science (MSc in CS) at Khalifa University is a research-led, thesis-based degree covering advanced computing with an optional Artificial Intelligence track. Students complete a minimum of 30 credit hours: 12 credits of program core courses, 9 credits of program electives and a 9-credit master's thesis, maintaining a minimum CGPA of 3.0. Full-time study typically takes two years.
Course details verified 13 Aug 2026 — intakes, entry requirements and course facts · official source
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Entry requirements
English
IELTS 6.5 (or TOEFL iBT 91)
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0
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The main intake is September. Most universities admit on a rolling basis — we confirm the exact deadline for your profile, free.
Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with minimum CGPA 3.0/4.0 English: IELTS 6.5 (or TOEFL iBT 91).
The programme runs about 24 months full-time.
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