Graduate Degrees in Charleston, SC
Zucker Family Graduate Education Center
The School of Computing is offering advanced degrees in Computer Science and Digital Production Arts at the Zucker Family Graduate Education Center (ZFGEC) in North Charleston, SC. The ZFGEC houses high-tech classrooms equipped with the latest technology, collaboration spaces, conference rooms, laboratories, and studio spaces. A variety of courses are offered each semester by Clemson faculty in a traditional face-to-face classroom format and via live streaming to and from Clemson’s main campus. Students can choose to study at Clemson or Charleston and are not required to travel between the two locations.
Zucker Family Graduate Education Center is located at 1250 Supply Street, N. Charleston, SC.
For more information on all graduate degrees offered by Clemson University in Charleston, please visit Charleston Degrees.
Computer Science
The Ph.D. in Computer Science prepares individuals for research careers in industry or academia. Students will graduate with a substantial foundation in computer science, practical experience in implementing software systems, and the ability to perform original research.
The Master of Science in Computer Science is a program that prepares individuals for a Ph.D. program, research careers in industry, or advanced technical positions in industry and government. Prerequisites for this degree are a B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering, and some coursework or professional experience with networking and operating systems.
Digital Production Arts (DPA)
The Master of Fine Arts (MFA) program offers a unique blend of instruction from art, computer science, computer engineering, graphic communications, performing arts, philosophy, and psychology. This program is coupled with newly designed courses targeted at production techniques specific to the animation, visual effects, and electronic games industries.
The M.S. in DPA is designed primarily to attract technically minded students interested in learning applied technical knowledge and gaining related experience. One of the key outcomes of the program is to become competitive and gain employment as a 3D graphics programmer, software engineer, tool builder, and/or technical director in the digital production entertainment industry. Interests may also include specialized fields, such as commercial virtual reality, 3D printing, and visualization.
Graduate Program
Information on Computing Courses for Clemson University Graduate Programs can be found in the Graduate Course Catalog. For answers to commonly asked questions, please view the Graduate School FAQ page.
Potential applicants interested in graduate studies at Clemson University will submit their application and all supporting material to the Office of Graduate Admissions. All material for the review process will be submitted electronically, and applicants can check the status of their application by using the online status check.
Graduate Student Services Coordinator
All Ph.D., BDSI, and DPA Programs
Adam Rollins
rollin7@clemson.edu
Phone: 864-656-5853
Graduate Student Services Coordinator
Computer Science (M.S.), Master of Applied Computing (MAC)
Chip Lang
hclang@clemson.edu
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We would love to have you experience our Charleston campus firsthand. The 30-minute tours and information meetings are led by current students and/or staff and focus specifically on the graduate student experience in Charleston. Tours are typically offered Monday-Friday from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm. Please note that every effort will be made to accommodate requested tour dates and times. The student services manager will contact you to confirm your tour date and time.
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