Doctoral Certificate in Applied Computer Science

Tuition fees are 1,725 USD per year.

Students thrive on the Doctoral Certificate in Applied Computer Science (ACS) through its advanced modules like DATA 801 BI, Analytics, & Decision Support, even if they have not specialised in computer science before. This programme prepares professionals to take on senior roles in technology divisions, equipping them for enterprise-wide initiatives across software engineering and information systems. Students learn to incorporate current and emerging technologies, and to adapt industry standards and best practices to sustain competitive advantage. Westcliff University students will investigate cultural differences through the lens of applied computer science.

Westcliff University’s main campus is in Irvine, California, in Southern California’s greater Orange County community. The university also lists locations in Corona, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, Orlando, San Francisco, Toronto, and Nepal. International students can study at the Southern California campus or online from their home country, with online classes and remote internship opportunities available across its degrees.

Academic work spans business, technology and engineering, education, law, and nursing. Programs include bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral, and certificate options, with subjects such as business analytics, computer science, information technology, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, education, legal studies, and nursing. Classroom instruction connects with the real world of business, STEM, and education. Professors working in their fields bring practical experience into teaching, and the university lists a 10:1 student-to-faculty ratio.

Students from more than 80 countries have sought Westcliff’s education in the United States, while its fast facts refer to more than 9,000 students from over 110 countries. The MBA includes a SMART Consulting Capstone, where teams of no more than five research markets, analyze problems, and develop recommendations with guidance from faculty, executives, and mentors. Students may also join the Westcliff Warriors athletics program. The Irvine campus is located at 17877 Von Karman Ave, 4th Floor, Irvine, California 92614.