Master of Computer Science – Research
Postgraduate
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MQR Code: MQA/FA6585 |
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| 2. | Brief introduction | ||||||||||||||||
The Master of Computer
Science (By Research) programme is offered by the Department of
Computer Science in 2011. The programme is designed to enhance
knowledge and impart technical competencies to postgraduate students on
issues pertaining to Computer Science area. Graduates from this
programme are expected to:
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Program Outcome |
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Career Opportunities |
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| There is a high demand from employers for computer
science graduates from a wide variety of organizations government and
private sectors. Graduates can position themselves in a large number of
exciting fields of works. Some of positions are as follows: • System Developer • Computer Analyst • Software Engineer • Data Scientist • Database Developer • Network System Administrator • Wireless Systems Designer • Information Security Analyst • Computer Forensic Analyst • Network Engineer • Academician • Researcher in Computer Science |
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Program Structure |
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| In the first semester, a student is required to audit
two (2) Kulliyyah required courses: ICT Research Methods and Islamic
Worldview on ICT and Society. Within six (6) months from the
registration date, the students are required to submit his/her research
synopsis proposal which need to be defended. Students are also required
to present their research progress at a formal PG colloquium at
different stages of research. Finally, the student shall defend his/her
research in a viva voce and made revisions in accordance with the
examiner’s reports. |
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Areas of Research |
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| Artificial Intelligence, Soft Computing, Database
Systems, Big Data, Data Science, Cryptography, Software Engineering,
Computer Security, Computer Network and Distributed Systems, Quantum
Computing, Cognitive Science, Knowledge Management, Ubiquitous
Computer, and Algorithms and Theory. |
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Duration of Study |
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| The programme is offered via full time and also part
time mode. The full time programme would normally require two (2) years
(4 semesters) study duration and the maximum duration allowed
is 3 years (6 semesters). The part time programme would normally require four (4) years (8 semesters). The maximum period allowed for the completion of the programme is 5 years (10 semesters) for part time study. |
Student Affair
