As the computer science field of study became increasingly prevalent, many had their doubts that this field of study would continue. It was not until the 1950s that computer science began to be observed as a legitimate science among academics. It is thanks to the IBM brand that this became part of the main-stream culture.

Residents of South Sudan have the option to pursue higher education in either a university or a vocational school. Though there is a shortage of both institutions, several programs are in place to expand the current landscape of higher education in South Sudan.

A Master of Science or MSc is a postgraduate degree typically in the fields of sciences and social sciences. MSc may be course-based, research-based, or a mixture of the two.