Doctorate - Computer Science: Emerging Media

Frequently Asked Questions

What Kind of Program Is It?

The Doctor of Computer Science in Emerging Media at Colorado Technical University is a three-year program combining online instruction, research project development, and residencies in computer science. Topics covered in emerging media core classes include social media uses and processes, virtual world skills and strategies, virtual marketplace management, information security, 3D modeling, emerging technologies, and computing architectures. Additional core courses address quality and quantity management, software usability, research methods, and future trends. Students have the opportunity to apply practical skills by completing publishable research projects in a total of 12 faculty-mentored research and writing courses offered throughout the program.

What Are the Prerequisites?

You should hold a master's degree in computer science or a related subject before enrolling in the Doctor of Computer Science in Emerging Media program. Colorado Technical University offers the option to earn a master's degree in management, computer science, or information systems while pursuing this doctorate. Applicants to all of Colorado Technical University's programs must have a high school diploma or equivalent; some programs have additional requirements.

What Are the Course Requirements?

Colorado Technical University requires the completion of 96 credits to earn the Doctor of Computer Science degree in Emerging Media. In addition to the core curriculum consisting of online classes and mentored research projects, you must attend two residential symposia per year and complete a dissertation or research paper option.

Emerging Media Course Requirements

Course Code	Course Name
CS 801	Research and Writing I
CS 802	Qualitative Analysis
CS 804	Research Methods
CS 806	Research and Writing II
CS 811	Research and Writing III
CS 812	Quantitative Analysis
CS 816	Research and Writing IV
CS 820	Usabilityand Interaction
CS 821	Research and Writing V
CS 826	Research and Writing VI
CS 831	Research and Writing VII
CS 836	Research and Writing VIII
CS 841	Research and Writing IX
CS 846	Research and Writing X
CS 851	Research and Writing XI
CS 855	Futuring and Innovation
CS 856	Research and Writing XII
EM 820	Business Strategies for Social Media
EM 825	Strategic Use of Virtual Worlds
EM 830	Virtual Economy and Business
EM 835	Information Accountability and Web Privacy Strategies
EM 840	Virtual World Simulation
EM 845	Web Science and Technology
EM 860	Virtual and Cloud Computing Architectures

What Could I Do After I Graduate?

Career Opportunities

As a graduate of Colorado Technical University's Doctor of Computer Science in Emerging Media program, you could be prepared to assume managerial or leadership roles relating to business technology strategies and development. You could work in the corporate IT departments of nearly any type of industry. Positions graduates could pursue include:

• Information technology director
• Internet marketing analyst
• Web master
• On-line services manager
• Technology consultant

CTU does not guarantee employment or salary. University grants or scholarships are based on established criteria as published in the University's catalog and are awarded after verification that the conditions of eligibility have been met.