Multidisciplinary Master's Programs in IT Areas
Applied areas of study combining technical and business coursework in the areas of software, data, and network systems to prepare students for the workforce.
The Multidisciplinary Master of Science (MS) programs integrate engineering solutions from the fields of technology and business by developing technical and engineering skills through advanced course work and complex technical projects in the areas of software, data, and network systems. Each program focuses on the application of knowledge and skills to business and industrial settings.
The programs blend academic and corporate experience to enable students to enhance their professional capabilities, thereby facilitating career transformation. Given an applied focus, each program provides learning opportunities to develop the skills needed to create innovative, practical, and effective solutions that can be easily applied to current professional challenges.
These programs are designed to prepare students for direct entry into the workforce. Students who are seeking preparation for entry into PhD programs should consider specific department MS programs aligned with their research interests.
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The Cooperative Education Program at Northeastern University, also known as a “co-op,” is one of the largest and most innovative in the world, and Northeastern is one of only a few that offers a Co-op Program for Graduate Students. Through this program students gain industry experience in a wide variety of organizations, from large companies to entrepreneurial start-ups, while helping to finance their education.
In addition to our Boston campus, some master’s programs are offered across our global university network such as in Seattle Washington, Silicon Valley in California, Toronto, Canada, and more.
To further specialize your master’s degree or to develop a new or complementary skillset, you can pursue a graduate certificate. Certificates can be taken in addition to or in combination with a master’s degree, or provide a pathway to a master’s degree in Northeastern’s College of Engineering. Students should consult with their faculty advisor regarding these options.
Graduate program courses are offered as traditional full-time, and some offer part-time, online, and hybrid options.
To learn more about graduate engineering programs at Northeastern, visit the Graduate School of Engineering website.
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Srivarini Mandali, MS’25, information systems, integrated her passion for technology and social change to develop innovative projects during her time at Northeastern.
Graduate Uses Technology as a Tool for Meaningful Change
Deshna Ashok Shah, MS’25, information systems, achieves her dream of learning how to use technology in a way to positively impact humanity through powerful curriculum and vigorous research opportunities.
Graduate Lands Full-Time Role at Arista Networks Following Successful Nokia Co-op
Marwin Victor Athyala, MS’25, telecommunication networks, credits Northeastern’s hands-on curriculum and industry connections for helping him transition from hardware-focused roles to landing his ideal position in core networking and automation.
Software Engineering Systems Program Facilitates Co-op Success
Sai Ram Sudheendra Sabnavisu, MS’25, software engineering systems, was driven by his desire for global education, broader exposure to the field, and the opportunity to enhance his technical skills to pursue studies at Northeastern.