Master of Science in Informatics
Duration : 2 Years
Credits : 180
The Master of Science in Informatics aims to provide students with wide training in the vast domain of Informatics based on the evolution of ideas and the complexity that characterizes organisations.
Why study this programme?
The programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge, skills and competencies in economic, scientific, technical, legal, communication, management and social theories, principles, concepts and practices so that the graduates should be able to critique and apply them in informatics
Admission Requirements
- Relevant Bachelor’s degree with credit in the fields of information systems, computer science or equivalent qualification from an accredited university.
- Candidates with at least a strong pass may be considered.
Program Structure
The MSc in Informatics degree program offers four specializations: MSc in Informatics (Network Management),
MSc in Informatics (Software Engineering), MSc in Informatics (Artificial Intelligence), and MSc in Informatics (Business Intelligence).
The program is divided into two main components: coursework and a dissertation. Successful completion of both components is required to
earn an MSc in Informatics. The coursework comprises eight (8) core modules and two (2) optional modules, except for the MSc in Informatics
generic stream where students will do six (6) core modules. Each student must complete all eight core modules and at least 2 optional modules,
and must obtain at least 120 credit points to fulfill the coursework requirements for the program. In addition, students are required to submit a research proposal and
a dissertation at the end of the second and fourth semesters, respectively.
Core Modules
| Code |
Name |
Year |
Credits |
| COM702 |
Project Management
|
1 |
3 |
| COM703 |
Research Methodology
|
1 |
3 |
| COM721 |
IT Governance and Security
|
1 |
3 |
| COM806 |
Business Management and Entrepreneurship
|
1 |
3 |
| COM776 |
Design and Implementation of Database Systems
|
1 |
3 |
| COM781/2 |
Dissertation
|
1 |
3 |
| COM711 |
Software Engineering Fundamentals
|
1 |
3 |
|
Data Structures and Algorithms
|
1 |
3 |
Optional Courses
| Code |
Name |
Year |
Credits |
|
Computer Graphics and Image Processing |
1 |
3 |
|
Geographic Information Systems |
1 |
3 |
|
Neural Networks |
1 |
3 |
|
Advanced Programming |
1 |
3 |
|
Computational Intelligence |
1 |
3 |
|
Artificial Intelligence |
1 |
3 |
|
Network Virtualization |
1 |
3 |
|
Analysis and Design of Dynamic Information Systems |
1 |
3 |
|
Development of IT Competencies |
1 |
3 |
|
Development of Mobile Applications |
1 |
3 |
|
Open Source Software Development |
1 |
3 |
|
Expert and Decision Support Systems |
1 |
3 |
Core Modules
| Code |
Name |
Year |
Credits |
| COM702 |
Project Management
|
1 |
3 |
| COM703 |
Research Methodology
|
1 |
3 |
| COM721 |
IT Governance and Security
|
1 |
3 |
| COM806 |
Business Management and Entrepreneurship
|
1 |
3 |
|
Business Intelligence & Data Mining
|
2 |
3 |
|
Big Data
|
2 |
3 |
|
Data Warehousing
|
2 |
3 |
| COM776 |
Design and Implementation of Database Systems
|
1 |
3 |
| COM781/2 |
Dissertation
|
1 |
3 |
| COM711 |
Software Engineering Fundamentals
|
1 |
3 |
|
Computer Graphics and Image Processing
|
1 |
3 |
|
Geographic Information Systems
|
1 |
3 |
|
Neural Networks
|
1 |
3 |
|
Advanced Programming
|
1 |
3 |
|
Computational Intelligence
|
1 |
3 |
|
Artificial Intelligence
|
1 |
3 |
|
Network Virtualization
|
1 |
3 |
|
Analysis and Design of Dynamic Information Systems
|
1 |
3 |
|
Development of IT Competencies
|
1 |
3 |
|
Development of Mobile Applications
|
1 |
3 |
|
Open Source Software Development
|
1 |
3 |
|
Expert and Decision Support Systems
|
1 |
3 |
|
Distributed Systems
|
1 |
3 |
|
Internetworking
|
1 |
3 |
|
Network Management
|
2 |
3 |
|
Data Communications
|
1 |
3 |
|
Cloud Computing
|
2 |
3 |
|
Introduction to Health Informatics
|
1 |
3 |
|
Digital Forensics
|
2 |
3 |
|
Data Analysis and Health Care Applications
|
2 |
3 |
|
Software Quality Management
|
2 |
3 |
|
Information Systems in Organisations
|
2 |
3 |
|
Data Structures and Algorithms
|
1 |
3 |
|
Enterprise Application Development
|
2 |
3 |
|
Software Measurements and Testing
|
2 |
3 |
No particular optional courses for this specialization
Flexible programme structure. Enroll in modules relevant to this programme to attain requisite credits for the award of diploma/degree.
Core Modules
| Code |
Name |
Year |
Credits |
| COM702 |
Project Management
|
1 |
3 |
| COM703 |
Research Methodology
|
1 |
3 |
| COM721 |
IT Governance and Security
|
1 |
3 |
| COM781/2 |
Dissertation
|
1 |
3 |
| COM711 |
Software Engineering Fundamentals
|
1 |
3 |
|
Data Structures and Algorithms
|
1 |
3 |
Optional Courses
| Code |
Name |
Year |
Credits |
|
Development of IT Competencies |
1 |
3 |
|
Development of Mobile Applications |
1 |
3 |
|
Geographic Information Systems |
1 |
3 |
|
Open Source Software Development |
1 |
3 |
|
Expert and Decision Support Systems |
1 |
3 |
|
Distributed Systems |
1 |
3 |
|
Cloud Computing |
2 |
3 |
|
Introduction to Health Informatics |
1 |
3 |
|
Digital Forensics |
2 |
3 |
|
Data Analysis and Health Care Applications |
2 |
3 |
|
Network Virtualization |
1 |
3 |
|
Neural Networks |
1 |
3 |
| Description |
The module aims to equip students with knowledge and skills of project management in the context of informatics. The module coverage includes: general aspects of project management; project control: work content and scope, time scheduling and phasing, resource management, budgeting and cost control, change management, information management, procurement, and legal awareness; and organisational management: organisational structures and roles, communication, teamwork, leadership, conflict management and negotiation. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
The aim of this module is to develop the intellectual skills and knowledge required to understand and undertake research in the area of informatics and to present and interpret findings of a selected area of study in a suitable manner. It covers qualitative, quantitative and mixed research approaches, strategies, and methods and considers the contexts within which different methods are useful and how they should be applied in practice. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
The aim of this module is to deal with issues related to Information Systems, in general and Management Information Systems (MIS), in particular in the context of organisations. In addition, the module covers issues related to the universe of uncertainty of the Social Sciences and Administration, rather than with the certainties of technology. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
Through this course, students will understand the economic principles and concepts of domestic and international economies. They will demonstrate competency by making decisions based on sound economic judgment. Instructional content covered by this activity includes: |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
This subject will focus on advanced aspects of Design and Management of Database by proving basic concepts of the theory and practice of database. To familiarise students with prominent technological and application advances in the Database field. Different types of database will be presented, as well as different tools for modelling and management. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
This module aims to provide students with an opportunity to engage in a substantial piece of scholarly research work in an appropriate area of specialisation under suitable supervisory guidance. The module covers critical literature review, selection of an appropriate research topic, methodologies, methods and data analysis techniques, analysing and presentation of qualitative and quantitative data, preparing research proposal and dissemination of research findings through papers, dissertation and oral presentations. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
The aim of this module is to avail students with a set of concepts, techniques and tools meant for the design, specification and implementation of Informatics projects. This subject provides students with an overview of the process of software development, including methods and techniques in terms of planning and management of the development process. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
This module is offered at MSc. Visit site for department offering module for more info.
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| Description |
The module aims to equip students with knowledge and skills of project management in the context of informatics. The module coverage includes: general aspects of project management; project control: work content and scope, time scheduling and phasing, resource management, budgeting and cost control, change management, information management, procurement, and legal awareness; and organisational management: organisational structures and roles, communication, teamwork, leadership, conflict management and negotiation. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
The aim of this module is to develop the intellectual skills and knowledge required to understand and undertake research in the area of informatics and to present and interpret findings of a selected area of study in a suitable manner. It covers qualitative, quantitative and mixed research approaches, strategies, and methods and considers the contexts within which different methods are useful and how they should be applied in practice. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
The aim of this module is to deal with issues related to Information Systems, in general and Management Information Systems (MIS), in particular in the context of organisations. In addition, the module covers issues related to the universe of uncertainty of the Social Sciences and Administration, rather than with the certainties of technology. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
Through this course, students will understand the economic principles and concepts of domestic and international economies. They will demonstrate competency by making decisions based on sound economic judgment. Instructional content covered by this activity includes: |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
This module is offered at MSc. Visit site for department offering module for more info.
This module is offered at MSc. Visit site for department offering module for more info.
This module is offered at MSc. Visit site for department offering module for more info.
| Description |
This subject will focus on advanced aspects of Design and Management of Database by proving basic concepts of the theory and practice of database. To familiarise students with prominent technological and application advances in the Database field. Different types of database will be presented, as well as different tools for modelling and management. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
This module aims to provide students with an opportunity to engage in a substantial piece of scholarly research work in an appropriate area of specialisation under suitable supervisory guidance. The module covers critical literature review, selection of an appropriate research topic, methodologies, methods and data analysis techniques, analysing and presentation of qualitative and quantitative data, preparing research proposal and dissemination of research findings through papers, dissertation and oral presentations. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
The aim of this module is to avail students with a set of concepts, techniques and tools meant for the design, specification and implementation of Informatics projects. This subject provides students with an overview of the process of software development, including methods and techniques in terms of planning and management of the development process. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
This module is offered at MSc. Visit site for department offering module for more info.
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| Description |
The module aims to equip students with knowledge and skills of project management in the context of informatics. The module coverage includes: general aspects of project management; project control: work content and scope, time scheduling and phasing, resource management, budgeting and cost control, change management, information management, procurement, and legal awareness; and organisational management: organisational structures and roles, communication, teamwork, leadership, conflict management and negotiation. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
The aim of this module is to develop the intellectual skills and knowledge required to understand and undertake research in the area of informatics and to present and interpret findings of a selected area of study in a suitable manner. It covers qualitative, quantitative and mixed research approaches, strategies, and methods and considers the contexts within which different methods are useful and how they should be applied in practice. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
The aim of this module is to deal with issues related to Information Systems, in general and Management Information Systems (MIS), in particular in the context of organisations. In addition, the module covers issues related to the universe of uncertainty of the Social Sciences and Administration, rather than with the certainties of technology. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
This module aims to provide students with an opportunity to engage in a substantial piece of scholarly research work in an appropriate area of specialisation under suitable supervisory guidance. The module covers critical literature review, selection of an appropriate research topic, methodologies, methods and data analysis techniques, analysing and presentation of qualitative and quantitative data, preparing research proposal and dissemination of research findings through papers, dissertation and oral presentations. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
| Description |
The aim of this module is to avail students with a set of concepts, techniques and tools meant for the design, specification and implementation of Informatics projects. This subject provides students with an overview of the process of software development, including methods and techniques in terms of planning and management of the development process. |
| Semester |
1 |
| Teaching Schedule |
- |
This module is offered at MSc. Visit site for department offering module for more info.
This module is offered at MSc. Visit site for department offering module for more info.
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Career Opportunities/Prospects
- Data Analyst/Data Scientist
- Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst
- Database Administrator
- Health Informatics Specialist
- IT Project Manager
