Master of Science (Information Technology) (By Research)

Overview

The M.Sc. / Ph.D. in IT (By Research) programme is an exciting graduate programme that offers its students the prospects of working on cutting-edge research in a wide spectrum of technological areas. It encompasses the latest research findings, both applied and fundamental. We believe in nurturing and inspiring our graduate students to excel in research and prepare them to confidently approach their IT/research career.

Entry Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree with minimum CGPA of 3.00 or equivalent, in a Computer Science or Information Technology or relevant field from MMU or institutions recognised by the Senate; OR A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 3.00, in a Computer Science or Information Technology or relevant field from MMU or institutions recognised by Senate, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; OR A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent not meeting CGPA of 2.50, in a Computer Science or Information Technology or relevant field from MMU or institutions recognised by the Senate, can be accepted subject to a minimum of five (5) years working experience in the relevant field. English Entry Requirement: Minimum IELTS overall band score of 6.0 or its equivalent* *The equivalency table is as below: English Competency CEFR High B1 CEFR Low B2 CEFR Mid B2 CEFR High B2 IELTS 5.0 5.5 6.0 6.5 TOEFL iBT 42 46 60 79 MUET Band 3 Band 3 Band 4 Band 4 Pearson Test of English 47 51 59 63 Cambridge Qualifications and Test 154 160 169 176 In addition to the above, any other qualification which is of equivalent level as determined by the Senate of the University. The English language requirement is waived for the candidates who are natives of and/or have completed their Bachelor’s or Master’s degrees from countries that use English as the medium of instruction as well as the first language.