{"id":107,"date":"2020-04-17T13:06:50","date_gmt":"2020-04-17T17:06:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/?page_id=107"},"modified":"2026-04-22T12:02:44","modified_gmt":"2026-04-22T16:02:44","slug":"computer-science-it","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/programs\/computer-science-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Computer Science &#038; IT Programs"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>\n.bu_collapsible_container {margin-bottom: 0;}\n.page-template-no-sidebars .content-container .content-area .container h2:first-of-type {margin-top: 0;}\n.bu_collapsible {text-align: left;}\n<\/style>\n<div class=\"container\">\n<p><a href=\"#degreesandcertificates\" class=\"button small\">Degrees &amp; Certificates<\/a><a href=\"#faculty\" class=\"button small\">Faculty<\/a><!-- <a href=\"#careers\" class=\"button small\">Careers<\/a> --><a href=\"#newsandevents\" class=\"button small\">News &amp; Events<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"subject-area-text\">As increasingly complex technology systems evolve, the world depends more and more upon people who understand how these systems work\u2014as well as those who can continue to develop new software and applications. Interwoven into every industry, technology is integral to libraries, schools, hospitals, transportation, business, technology, science, project management, security, travel, video game design, and many other areas. Established in 1979, the Department of Computer Science at Metropolitan College (MET) was the first computer science department at Boston University. As leaders in state-of-the-art IT areas including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, data analytics, cybersecurity, software development, computer networks, computer information systems, financial informatics, digital forensics, and healthcare IT, BU MET\u2019s world-class computer and information technology programs are driven by exceptional faculty whose scholarly accomplishments and unique industry experience place them among the top of their field.<\/p>\n<p>BU MET offers a broad range of degrees and certificates in the area of information technology , and whether you come to our Boston campus to take class during the evenings , study online, or pursue your education via a balance of on-site and at-home learning, you\u2019ll learn from committed, top-quality faculty with measurable achievements in their fields. Plus, we offer the preparation you need to succeed in the industry\u2014whether you want to enhance your career, or change it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a id=\"degreesandcertificates\" name=\"degreesandcertificates\"><\/a><\/p>\n<div style=\"text-align: left; margin-top: 50px;\">\n<h2 style=\"display: inline-block;\">Degrees<\/h2>\n<hr style=\"align: right; width: 25%; display: inline-block; height: 5px; background: #18ABAF; border: none; margin-left: 15px;\" \/>\n<p><div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">BS in Computer Science<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Become familiar with C++ and Java programming languages, database management, computer networks, operating systems, computer architecture, as well as web languages and software engineering in this self-paced major.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/bs-computer-science\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Applied Data Analytics<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Learn to create powerful predictions through modeling and machine learning, and drive critical business decisions using data mining and visualization tools, Python packages, R packages, and a variety of cloud services.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-applied-data-analytics\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Applied Data Analytics, AI & Machine Learning Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSADA concentration in AI &#038; Machine Learning introduces state-of-the-art models, algorithms, and concepts in artificial intelligence and machine learning, preparing you for careers using intelligent applications.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-applied-data-analytics-ai-machine-learning\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Applied Data Analytics, Data Engineering Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSADA concentration in Data Engineering develops the technical expertise and practical skills essential for designing and optimizing data pipelines, managing large-scale data infrastructures, and ensuring data quality and security.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-applied-data-analytics-data-engineering\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Information Systems<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Learn to integrate IT with the business needs of an organization by enhancing your technical competence in information systems and increasing your knowledge of managerial and organizational issues.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-information-systems\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Information Systems, Computer Networks Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSCIS concentration in Computer Networks provides a broad foundation in IT and an in-depth understanding of computer data communication and modern networking.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-information-systems-computer-networks\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Information Systems, Cybersecurity Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSCIS concentration in Cybersecurity develops expertise in information system security and network security and positions you for exciting careers protecting organizations against acts of cybercrime.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-information-systems-cybersecurity\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Information Systems, Data Analytics Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSCIS concentration in Data Analytics develops the data processing, analysis, and visualization skills required to compete for data analytics jobs amid rising global demand.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-information-systems-data-analytics\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Information Systems Database Management &amp; Business Intelligence Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSCIS concentration in Database Management &amp; Business Intelligence focuses on concepts of database design, data mining, data warehousing, and business intelligence.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-information-systems-database-management-business-intelligence\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Information Systems, Digital Forensics Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSCIS concentration in Digital Forensics provides the skills needed to support IT security teams, investigate cybercrime activity, recover and analyze digital evidence, and testify in court.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-information-systems-digital-forensics\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Information Systems, Health Informatics Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSCIS concentration in Health Informatics focuses on health electronic applications and data, including their collection, processing, and storage. Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-information-systems-health-informatics\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Information Systems, IT Project & Product Management Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSCIS concentration in IT Project &#038; Product Management prepares you to lead and manage agile projects in the information technology realm. Accredited by the PMI\u00ae Global Accreditation Center for Project Management Education Programs (GAC).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-information-systems-it-project-management\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Information Systems, Web Application Development Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSCIS concentration in Web Application Development introduces the fundamental concepts of web applications, providing a comprehensive coverage of both client-side and server-side development.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-information-systems-web-application-development\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Science<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">This on-campus degree program builds advanced understanding of software design and ensures proficiency in programming, algorithms, operating systems, databases, software development, and the management of data, networks, or security.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-science\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Science, AI & Machine Learning Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSCS concentration in AI &#038; Machine Learning provides hands-on experience with state-of-the-art machine learning and artificial intelligence, algorithms, concepts, and models\u2014preparing you for technological advances across industry. <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-science-ai-machine-learning\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Science, Computer Networks Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSCS concentration in Computer Networks will prepare you to analyze, design, procure, manage, and implement cutting-edge computer networking solutions and technologies.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-science-computer-networks\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Science, Data Analytics Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSCS concentration in Data Analytics is a career-centric program offering extensive exposure to database systems, data mining tools, data visualization tools, and cloud services.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-science-data-analytics\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Computer Science, Security Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The MSCS concentration in Security focuses on developing the specific skills required to successfully develop and implement sophisticated and effective IT security systems.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-computer-science-security\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Health Informatics<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Metropolitan College&#8217;s Master of Science in Health Informatics builds expertise in modern health information technology, including health data collection, processing, and storage. Accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM).<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-health-informatics\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Health Informatics, Applied Data Analytics Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The Master of Science in Health Informatics concentration in Applied Data Analytics focuses on developing sought-after skills in healthcare data processing, analysis, and visualization.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-health-informatics-applied-data-analytics\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Health Informatics, Health Information Management Concentration<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">The Master of Science in Health Informatics concentration in Health Information Management focuses on health information acquisition, storing, communication, processing, and analysis.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-health-informatics-health-information-management\/ \">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">MS in Software Development<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Improve your software development capabilities and develop an advanced portfolio of software projects through real-world case studies and hands-on projects that meet the ubiquitous, and growing, need for new software.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/ms-software-development\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"display: inline-block;\">Certificates<\/h2>\n<hr style=\"align: right; width: 25%; display: inline-block; height: 5px; background: #18ABAF; border: none; margin-left: 15px;\" \/>\n<p><div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Advanced Information Technology Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Explore how to develop web applications based on databases; learn to define, design, and manage IT projects; and gain a solid grasp of network and system security.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/advanced-information-technology-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Applied AI & Machine Learning Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Gain hands-on experience with neural nets, generative AI, automated reasoning, AI security, intelligent image processing, and reinforcement learning, along with an understanding of ethics in the field of artificial intelligence.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/applied-ai-machine-learning-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Computer Science Undergraduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Gain the skills necessary to become part of a C++ or Java development team, including proficiency in discrete mathematics and algorithms, computer architecture, and the use of common constructs in C++ or Java, including common data structures.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/computer-science-undergraduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Computer Networks Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Build a broad foundation in information technology while focusing on concepts of computer data communication and modern networking.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/computer-networks-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Cybercrime Investigation &amp; Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Benefit from an interdisciplinary approach to criminal justice and cybersecurity, ensuring that you develop the competency, practical knowledge, and skills needed to tackle various issues related to cybercrime investigation and cybersecurity.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/cybercrime-investigation-cybersecurity-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Data Analytics Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Explore data analytics and various topics related to data processing, analysis, and visualization that will prepare you to take on data analyst or data scientist roles, among others.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/data-analytics-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Database Management &amp; Business Intelligence Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Examine the design and implementation of operational databases\u2014as well as the data warehousing, data mining, and related business intelligence technologies for managing the enterprise<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/database-management-business-intelligence-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Digital Forensics Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Develop comprehensive knowledge of digital crime scene investigation through topics such as forensic analysis policy and procedures, forensic analysis tools, data recovery, and investigation, among others.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/digital-forensics-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Health Informatics Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Gain a foundation in healthcare IT, including medical algorithms, electronic health records, clinical decision support, interoperability, data privacy and security, and regulations.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/health-informatics-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Information Security Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Explore cybersecurity from IT security policies and system security to digital forensics and investigation, while learning how information is stored in a database and what services are available to protect it.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/information-security-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Information Technology Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Learn to assess the IT needs of different organizational levels within an enterprise, gain hands-on experience in various aspects of software design and implementation, and become familiar with systems analysis, web technology, data communications, and database systems.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/information-technology-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">IT Project & Product Management Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Master IT project management tools and techniques, and gain expertise in agile software development practices and software risk management, cost estimation, and quality management.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/it-project-product-management-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Medical Information Security &amp; Privacy Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Examine the functionality, technical infrastructure, and best-practice deployment of healthcare IT\u2014including medical algorithms, electronic health records, privacy and security, and regulations\u2014with emphasis on healthcare data privacy and security concerns.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/medical-information-security-privacy-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Software Engineering Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Advance your software engineering career by gaining in-depth understanding and hands-on practice in how to plan, understand and analyze the requirements, design, implement, test, and deploy high-quality software applications.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/software-engineering-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h3 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">Web Application Development Graduate Certificate<\/h3><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">Work with cutting-edge technologies for building desktop and mobile web applications and develop a portfolio of real-world web application projects.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/degrees-certificates\/web-application-development-graduate-certificate\/\">Read More.<\/a><br \/>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/p>\n<h2>Rankings &amp; Accreditations<\/h2>\n<div class=\"badge-container\">\n<div class=\"badge\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/online-education\/boston-university-OCIT0007\/computer-information-technology\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img src=\"\/met\/files\/2026\/02\/us-news-grad-infotech-2026.png\" alt=\"U.S. News & World Report Best Online Programs - Grad Information Technology 2026\"><\/a>\r\n<p class=\"badge-text\"><span class=\"title\"><strong>#12, Best Online Master's in Computer Information Technology Programs<\/strong><\/span>\r\nMET\u2019s online master\u2019s degrees in computer information technology are ranked #12 in the nation by <em>U.S. News & World Report<\/em>.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"badge\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsa.gov\/resources\/students-educators\/centers-academic-excellence\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img src=\"\/met\/files\/2025\/07\/cae-cybersecurity-logo-small.png\" alt=\"Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity - CAE - Community\"><\/a>\r\n<p class=\"badge-text\"><span class=\"title\"><strong>A National Center of Academic Excellence<\/strong><\/span>Boston University is a National Security Agency (NSA)-designated Center of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cyber Defense and Research for its MS in Computer Information Systems concentration in Cybersecurity.<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"badge\"><a 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schedules.\r\n<p class=\"button-container\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/courses\/\" class=\"button\">View Courses<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a id=\"faculty\" name=\"faculty\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"subject-area-text\">Computer Science &amp; IT Faculty<\/h2>\n<div class=\"profiles-container\">\n\t<ul class=\"profile-listing profile-format-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2827 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/guanglan-zhang\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/09\/Guanglan-Zhang-nw.jpg\" alt=\"Core Faculty - Guanglan Zhang\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Guanglan Zhang<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Associate Professor, Computer Science\r<\/span><span>Coordinator, Health Informatics Programs\r<\/span><span>Chair, Computer Science<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t<ul class=\"profile-listing profile-format-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2818 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/shengzhi-zhang\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/09\/Shengzhi-Zhang-nw.jpg\" alt=\"Core Faculty - Shengzhi Zhang\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Shengzhi Zhang<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Associate Professor\r<\/span><span>Associate Chair, Computer Science\r<\/span><span>Coordinator, Web Application Development<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t<ul class=\"profile-listing profile-format-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-71257 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/farshid-alizadeh-shabdiz\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2021\/01\/Farshid_headshot-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Farshid Alizadeh-Shabdiz headshot\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Farshid Alizadeh-Shabdiz<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Professor of the Practice, Computer Science<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t<ul class=\"profile-listing profile-format-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2754 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/scot-arena\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/08\/ScottArena_0044-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Scot Arena<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Master Lecturer, Computer Science\r<\/span><span>Coordinator, Computer Networks<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t<ul class=\"profile-listing profile-format-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2771 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/eric-j-braude\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/09\/Eric-Braude-nw-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Core Faculty - Eric Braude\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Eric Braude<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Associate Professor\r<\/span><span>Director of Digital Learning, Computer Science\r<\/span><span>Coordinator, Computer Information Systems<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2124 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/lou-chitkushev\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/09\/Lou-CHITKUSHEV-nw-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Core Faculty - Lou Chitkushev\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Lou Chitkushev<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs\r<\/span><span>Associate Professor, Computer Science\r<\/span><span>Director, Health Informatics & Health Sciences<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bu_collapsible_container \" aria-live=\"polite\" data-customize-animation=\"false\"><h4 class=\"bu_collapsible\" aria-expanded=\"false\"tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\">View All Faculty<\/h4><div class=\"bu_collapsible_section\" style=\"display: none;\">\n<div class=\"profiles-container\">\n\t<ul class=\"profile-listing profile-format-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2924 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/john-day\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2021\/05\/john-day-2021.jpg\" alt=\"Core Faculty - John Day\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">John Day<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Master Lecturer, Computer Science<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2938 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/andrew-gorlin\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/09\/Andrew-Gorlin-nw-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Core Faculty - Andrew Gorlin\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Andrew Gorlin<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Lecturer, Computer Science<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2969 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/suresh-kalathur\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/09\/Suresh-Kalathur-nw.jpg\" alt=\"Core Faculty - Suresh Kalathur\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Suresh Kalathur<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Assistant Professor, Computer Science\r<\/span><span>Director, Analytics<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2966 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/vijay-kanabar\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/09\/Vijay-Kanabar-nw-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Core Faculty - Vijay Kanabar\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Vijay Kanabar<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Associate Professor, Computer Science and Administrative Sciences\r<\/span><span>Director, Project Management Programs<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2963 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/jae-young-lee\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/09\/Jae-Young-Lee-nw-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Core Faculty - Jae Young Lee\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Jae Young Lee<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Assistant Professor, Computer Science\r<\/span><span>Coordinator, Databases<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-87937 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/avinash-mohan\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2024\/08\/avi_mohan_24-1123-0306-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Avinash Mohan<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Assistant Professor, Computer Science<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2875 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/eugene-pinsky\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/09\/Eugene-Pinsky-nw.jpg\" alt=\"Core Faculty - Eugene Pinksy\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Eugene Pinsky<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Associate Professor of the Practice, Computer Science\r<\/span><span>Coordinator, Software Development<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2865 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/reza-rawassizadeh\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2025\/08\/25-1135-0363-Rawassizadeh-600x600-1-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Reza Rawassizadeh<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Associate Professor, Computer Science<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-96486 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/maryan-rizinski\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2025\/09\/maryan-rizinski-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Maryan Rizinski\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Maryan Rizinski<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Associate Professor of the Practice, Computer Science<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2849 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/anatoly-temkin\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/09\/Anatoly-Temkin-nw.jpg\" alt=\"Core Faculty - Anatoly Temkin\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Anatoly Temkin<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Assistant Professor Emeritus, Computer Science<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-78624 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/ming-zhang\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2022\/09\/ming-zhang-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Ming Zhang\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Ming Zhang<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Assistant Professor, Computer Science\r<\/span><span>Coordinator, BSCS Programs<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2814 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/yuting-zhang\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/09\/Yuting-Zhang-nw-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Core Faculty - Yuting Zhang\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Yuting Zhang<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Assistant Professor, Computer Science\r<\/span><span>Director, Cybersecurity\r<\/span><span>Coordinator, Computer Systems & Digital Forensics<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n<li class=\"profile-item profile-item-advanced has-title post-2804 profile type-profile status-publish hentry\">\n\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/profile\/tanya-zlateva\/\" class=\"profile-link profile-link-advanced\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"profile-photo profile-photo-advanced\"><img width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"\/met\/files\/2020\/08\/tanya-zlateva.jpg\" alt=\"Dean Tanya Zlateva\" \/><\/figure>\t\t\t\t<h6 class=\"profile-name profile-name-advanced\">Tanya Zlateva<\/h6>\n\t\t<p class=\"profile-title profile-title-advanced\"><span>Dean, Metropolitan College & Extended Education\r<\/span><span>Professor of the Practice, Computer Science and Education\r<\/span><span>Education Director, Information Security, Center for Reliable Information Systems & Cyber Security<\/span><\/p>\t<\/a>\n\n\t\n<\/li>\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align:left\";>\r\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/csmet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Learn more about the Department of Computer Science<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/div><\/p>\n<p><!-- <a id=\"careers\" name=\"careers\"><\/a>\n\n\n<div class=\"subject-area-text\" style=\"margin-top: 50px;\">\n\n\n<h2>Computer Science & IT Career Insight<\/h2>\n\n\nUse the Career Insights tool to explore jobs that are the right fit for you. 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Select \u201cLearn More\u201d for a downloadable career report, or \u201cExplore Other Options\u201d to find the BU MET degree or certificate program that will prepare you for the job you want.\n\n\n<div id=\"ci\" style=\"padding-bottom: 30px;\"><\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n--><br \/>\n<div class=\"block-list-container\">\r\n<div class=\"block-list\">\r\n<div class=\"block\">\r\n<h2>What to Read Next<\/h2>\r\n<ul id=\"knowledge-links\">\r\n        <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/programs\/computer-science-it\/stories\/\">Computer Science & IT Student Stories<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><br \/>\n<a id=\"newsandevents\" name=\"newsandevents\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"subject-area-text\">News &amp; Events<\/h2>\n<section class=\"includes-container news-events news-listing has-3\">\n\t<div class=\"includes news-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- START News Item -->\n\t\t<div class=\"news-item\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"news-tag\">News<\/span>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"include news-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"news-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/met-revitalizes-computer-science-programs-with-curricular-updates-including-new-options-in-ai-machine-learning\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"news-image\"><img src=\"\/met\/files\/2025\/12\/shutterstock_2590353253_540x404.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"news-name\">MET Revitalizes Computer Science Programs with Curricular Updates\u2014Including New Options in AI &#038; Machine Learning<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"news-meta-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"date\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tDecember 12th, 2025\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"categories\"><em> in: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/category\/artificial-intelligence\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Artificial Intelligence<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/category\/computer-science\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Computer Science<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/category\/computer-science-and-information-technology\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Computer Science and Information Technology<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/category\/cybersecurity\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Cybersecurity<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/category\/data-analytics\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Data Analytics<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/category\/met-news\/\" rel=\"category tag\">MET News<\/a><\/span>\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/met-revitalizes-computer-science-programs-with-curricular-updates-including-new-options-in-ai-machine-learning\/\" class=\"button\">Read More<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<!-- END News Item -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- START News Item -->\n\t\t<div class=\"news-item\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"news-tag\">News<\/span>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"include news-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"news-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/growing-cybercrime-risk-makes-bu-met-cybersecurity-programs-essential\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"news-image\"><img src=\"\/met\/files\/2025\/10\/mitn-cybersecurity-month-2025-featured.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"news-name\">Growing Cybercrime Risk Makes BU MET Cybersecurity Programs Essential<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<p class=\"news-meta-info\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"date\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\tOctober 27th, 2025\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"categories\"><em> in: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/category\/computer-science-and-information-technology\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Computer Science and Information Technology<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/category\/criminal-justice\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Criminal Justice<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/category\/cybercrime-investigation\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Cybercrime Investigation<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/category\/cybersecurity\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Cybersecurity<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/category\/met-news\/\" rel=\"category tag\">MET News<\/a><\/span>\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/growing-cybercrime-risk-makes-bu-met-cybersecurity-programs-essential\/\" class=\"button\">Read More<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<!-- END News Item -->\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<!-- START News Item -->\n\t\t<div class=\"news-item\">\n\t\t\t<span class=\"news-tag\">News<\/span>\n\t\t\t<div class=\"include news-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t<a class=\"news-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/met\/news\/u-s-news-world-report-ranks-trio-of-met-online-masters-programs-in-top-10-for-2025\/\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<figure class=\"news-image\"><img src=\"\/met\/files\/2025\/01\/Featured-MITN-US-News-25.jpg\"><\/figure>\n\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"news-name\">U.S. News &#038; 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