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Master of Computer Science (Software Development)

Empowering advanced technology professionals for IR 4.0. Master Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Machine Learning, Information Retrieval, and Large-Scale Software Architecture at Universiti Malaysia Sabah.

Program Context & Objectives

The Master of Computer Science (Software Development) by coursework is designed to prepare graduates with state-of-the-art knowledge and skills required to compete in the rapidly growing field of computer technology related to the adoption of the Industrial Revolution (IR 4.0).

Computational Intelligence

Focus on Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Information Retrieval, and Machine Learning to drive smart industry solutions.

Software Engineering

Deep dive into large-scale system architectures, modern web engineering, testing methodologies, and database systems.

Admission Requirements

MQA Code: MQA/FA8110
1
Direct Admission (Computing Background):

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computing with a minimum CGPA of 2.75.

2
Faculty Internal Assessment Entry:

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computing with a CGPA between 2.50 – 2.74 may be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment by the faculty.

3
Working Experience Qualification Entry:

A Bachelor’s degree in computing with CGPA of 2.00 – 2.49 may be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in relevant computing fields.

4
Non-Computing Graduates Entry:

A Bachelor of Science degree or equivalent in non-computing fields with a minimum CGPA of 3.00 may be accepted provided the applicant has taken at least 1 prerequisite computing module.

Senate & Accreditation Compliance: Degrees awarded by local/private higher education institutions must be MQA-accredited. All candidates must fulfill the English Language Proficiency criteria set by Universiti Malaysia Sabah.

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Course Structure (42 Total Credits)

1.5 Years Full-time

Compulsory Modules + 2 Elective Modules (Total 15 Credit Hours)

KI51103 Algorithm And Analysis
3 CH
KI51303 Advanced Database Management
3 CH
KI51603 Web Engineering
3 CH
2 Specialization / Elective Modules Selected
6 CH

Compulsory Modules + 1 Elective Module (Total 15 Credit Hours)

KI51503 Advanced Computer And Communication Networks
3 CH
KI51703 Software Engineering For Large Scale Systems
3 CH
KI51203 Research Methods In Computer Science
3 CH
KI51403 Software Testing
3 CH
1 Specialization / Elective Module Selected
3 CH

Capstone Research & Development Module (12 Credit Hours)

KI61112

Computer Science Project

Full semester capstone software development project & dissertation presentation.

12 CH

Specialization Elective Pool (Select 3 Courses / 9 Credits Total) *3 CH per subject

KI71103 Mobile Application Development
KI71203 Mobile Cloud Computing
KI71503 User Interface Design
KI71303 Software Requirement Analysis Engineering
KI71403 Software Security
KI71603 Advanced Topics In Software Development
KI71703 Open Science for Computing

Full-Time Fee Schedule

Currency: MYR (RM)
Sem Reg. Fee Service Fee Insurance Credit Hours Total (RM)
Sem 1 780.00 1,275.00 25.00 15 CH (RM 5,250.00) 7,330.00
Sem 2 - 1,275.00 - 15 CH (RM 3,150.00) 6,525.00
Sem 3 - 1,275.00 25.00 12 CH (RM 4,200.00) 5,500.00
Grand Total (Full Program) 42 CH RM 19,355.00

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