Lead the Future of Digital Infrastructure
Gain a competitive edge with an M.S. in Datacenter Systems Engineering.
10 Courses
With Industry-Leading Faculty
Jan. 2
Application for Spring
Flexible
Explore our Learning Formats
30 Credit Hours
To Complete Your Master's
About the Program
Advances in AI and the growth of cloud computing will create endless opportunities for skilled professionals in datacenter systems engineering. As technology evolves, so do the complexities of managing data, ensuring security, and optimizing infrastructure.
At SMU Lyle, we’re preparing tomorrow’s engineers by offering the nation’s only master’s degree program focusing on datacenter systems engineering. Our Master’s in Datacenter Systems Engineering is designed to equip graduates with the cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in leadership roles within this rapidly evolving field, covering all areas of engineering, computer science, business management, and finance.
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Meet the Program Director Dr. Klyne Smith
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The SMU Lyle Difference
Unique
Gain a competitive edge with the nation's only master's degree program focusing on datacenter systems engineering.
In-Demand
Job demand continues to expand with the ever-growing need for more, bigger, better and faster datacenters globally.
End-to-End
Acquire comprehensive knowledge for datacenter inception, architecture, implementation, and management.
Student Experience
Leading-Edge Faculty
Learn from distinguished faculty members with extensive experience and expertise in datacenter systems engineering and related fields.
Flexible Learning Models
Tailor your experience with our Lyle Anywhere® flexible learning platform, a mixture of in-person or synchronous online classes.
Resource-Rich Environment
Utilize cutting-edge facilities, labs, and software, providing access to the latest industry-standard tools and technologies.
Jobs You Can Land
Potential roles include:
- Datacenter Engineer
- Infrastructure Architect
- Cloud Solutions Architect
- Network Security Specialist
- IT Manager
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Admissions Requirements
Applicants must meet the Lyle School of Engineering for an M.S. degree and additionally are expected to have:
B.S. in one of the engineering disciplines, computer science, one of the quantitative sciences or mathematics.
A minimum of two years of college-level mathematics, including one year of college-level calculus.
Tuition and Fees
For a complete graduate cost per semester see Cost of Attendance.
Application Deadlines
The priority date for applications to the Spring 2025 term is January 2, 2025.Begin Your Journey
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