Computer Science Part-Time Program Requirements and Structure

The part-time path is a different way to take our rigorous CS MEng program, and therefore follows the exact curriculum requirements as the full-time program. The only difference is that students taking the part-time option can complete their coursework over 2 years, doing 6-9 credits per semester for a total of 30 credits. The program is fully in-person for both part- and full-time students. While there are early morning, late afternoon, and some evening classes, we do not currently offer late-evening or weekend classes.

Part-time Computer Science students should take an average of 6-9 credits each semester.  Below are some technical course options for fall 2026 in the evenings and early mornings.

Evening Classes (Fall 2026)

• Algorithms and Data Structures for Applications CS 5112
  Mondays/Wednesdays
  4:20pm-5:35pm
   
• Applied Machine Learning CS 5785/ORIE 5750/ECE 5414
  Mondays/Wednesdays
  7:30pm-8:45pm
   
• Developing and Designing Interactive Devices INFO 5345/CS 5424/ECE 5413 
  Mondays/Wednesdays
  5:55pm-7:10pm
  
   

Early Mornings

• Networks & Markets CS 5854/ORIE 5138
  Mondays/Wednesdays
  8:40am-9:55am
   

Second semester: (Spring 2027): No specific requirements, take courses based on program requirements and available class schedule.

Third semester (Fall 2027): Required: Product Studio (TECH 5900, offered on Fridays, with a remote/asynchronous option). Take other courses based on program requirements and available class schedule.

Final semester (Spring 2028): Required: one of the studio courses: Startup Studio TECH 5910, BigCo Studio TECH 5920, PiTech Studio TECH 5930 (currently offered Tuesday and Thursday afternoons) and a Studio elective. Take other courses based on program requirements and available class schedule.

In the final year, students are also expected to attend Studio Maker Days which take place on Fridays, 3-4 times a semester.