Master of Science in Computer Science

Brief introduction of the M.Sc. in Computer Science Programme

Knowledge on Computer Science is essential for all aspects of our society. A deeper understanding of computer science is critical for future development in fields such as agriculture, engineering, education, health sciences, physics, chemistry, biology and computer science itself.

      Therefore, the primary goal of this M.Sc. programme is to equip graduates with the state-of-the-art computer science knowledge, enabling them to become future leaders in their fields. This M.Sc. in Computer Science course content is designed to provide an integrated set of skills that are necessary for both academia and industry. Moreover, the content is focused more on the skills that are not presently imparted to the students during their undergraduate studies. Students in this M.Sc. programme can emphasize their studies in one of four major areas: Computer Science, Data Science, Information Technology and Scientific Computing. Each emphasis above would provide students with a deep understanding of a range of critical topics covering the relevant area. Ultimately, this programme is intended to give students an appreciation of the current state and future directions of technological advances in Computer Science as well as give experience in both team work and individual work.

Aims and Objectives of the programme

• Aims:
• To provide students with a broad education in computer science that will equip them with the technical and personal skills necessary to play an effective role in their discipline.
• To provide industry and public sector with the professionally minded computer scientists who are capable of responding real world challenges at hand.
• To provide practical skills in Computer, Computational, Data Science and Information Technology project management.
• To support participants in carrying out a project that demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects in computer science.

• Objectives:

On the completion of the course students will be able to:

• Demonstrate a broad knowledge of Computer Science core subject areas and main research directions.
• Apply Computer Science skills and aptitudes to the planning, analysis, design and implementing Computer, Computational, Data Science and Information Technology projects.
• Creatively tackle problems and effectively implement computer systems within an agreed time scale.
• Present ideas and describe systems both verbally and in writing.

Target Group

This course is intended for graduates who are employed in the public or private sector with some experience in computer applications, and who graduated with computer science as a subject.

Eligibility

Any person with the following qualifications is eligible to apply for the course.

1. A bachelor degree in any discipline with computer science (30 credits) as a subject from a recognized university,

or

1. A qualification of SLQF 6 or above in the computer science or related subject area (to be determined by the senate)

or

• A professional qualification equivalent to SLQF 6 or above:
  1. British Computer Society (BCS) Professional Graduate Diploma with Project.

                                   and

At least one year’s work experience in the field of computing.