Master of Computer Science (MCSS)

PROGRAMME SPECIFICATIONS

The Master of Computer Science is offered on a full-time and part-time basis. The full-time and part-time programme is offered only at the UTM Main Campus in Johor Bahru. The duration of study for the full-time programme is subjected to the student’s entry qualifications and lasts between one and half (2) years to a maximum of four (4) years.

The programme is offered on full-time basis and are based on a 2-Semester per academic session. This is a mixed-mode master programme. Academic load for each semester depends on total number of credits. Students can take a minimum of one course (equivalent to 3-4 credits) up to a maximum of twenty (20 credits) for full-time. Students are required to finish all course works before starting dissertation. Assessment method for academic achievement is the combination of two (2) parts, that is based on GPA/CGPA and research progress report. The research progress report needs to be submitted by week 12 of the semester through GSMS. Dissertation evaluation is graded based on three categories i.e. satisfactory (MM), Unsatisfactory (TM) and Fail (GG).

Program Info

This program is designed for candidates who wish to obtain a more knowledge and skills in the area of Computer Science to become an academician, researcher, computer scientist, systems engineer, network engineer, software applications manager, computer statistician and etc. Also, graduates from this program have the necessary background to pursue Computer Science at the Doctor of Philosophy level.

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