StudyQA — Master: Computer Science with Specialization in Intelligent Robotics — University of Southern California (Page 2)

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Contents Requirements

A minimum of 32 units is required for the M.S. in Computer Science - Intelligent Robotics degree
Required Courses: 16 units
Intelligent Robotics Elective Courses: 16 units
A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required for graduation
A maximum of 4 units may be taken from approved 400-level courses in either Electrical Engineering or Computer Science; the remaining units must be approved courses at the 500 or 600 level
Only one doctoral (600-level) course can be counted in the degree
Only one non-CS course can be counted in the degree

An undergraduate degree in engineering, math or hard science from a regionally-accredited university.
Applicants whose background is not in computer science may consider the M.S. in Computer Science (Scientists and Engineers).
Satisfactory cumulative undergraduate GPA (grade point average)
Satisfactory GRE test scores. All scores must be officially reported to the university directly by ETS.
Substantial background in computing constitutes a minimum requirement.
Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.
Satisfactory scores less than five years old. Official scores must be reported from ETS directly to USC using ETS school code 4852. A department code is not required.
Letters of recommendation should be from faculty or others (supervisors, professional colleagues, etc.) qualified to evaluate your potential for graduate study.
The statement of purpose should describe succinctly your reasons for applying to the proposed program at the Viterbi School of Engineering, your preparation for this field of study, study interests, future career plans, and other aspects of your background and interests which may aid the admissions committee in evaluating your aptitude and motivation for graduate study.
In addition to the general admission criteria listed above, international students whose first language is not English are required to take the TOEFL or IELTS examination to be considered a candidate for admission. There is no minimum TOEFL or IELTS score required for admission to the Viterbi School. For possible exemption from additional language requirements, you must achieve an Internet Based TOEFL (iBT) score of 90, with no less than 20 on each section or an IELTS score of 6.5, with no less than 6 on each band score.