MASTER OF COMPUTER SCIENCE (APPLIED COMPUTING)



Programme Overview

This program combines theory and hands-on practice to provide students with a well-rounded education. The program is designed to encourage both fundamental research in computing and interdisciplinary research. Research projects in diverse areas offer students a wide range of opportunities to gain experience. Significant computational facilities, networks, and other resources are available to support student research.


Full-Time Duration: 3 Semesters, (Mixed-Mode)

Programme Structure

Course Courses (15 Credits)
  • Research Methodology
  • Advanced Algorithms
  • Advanced Machine Learning
  • Cloud Computing
  • Security Risk Analysis and Evaluation

Course Courses (6 Credits)
  • Autonomous Robotics
  • Augmented Reality
  • Framework - Based Software Design and Development
  • Advanced Internet of Things
  • Data Analytics

Research Courses (21 Credits)
  • Dissertation

Career Prospects

Software Engineer, Machine Learning Engineer, Cloud Solutions Architect, Data Scientist, Security Analyst, Robotics Engineer, Augmented Reality Developer, IoT Solutions Engineer, Data Analyst, System Analyst, Cybersecurity Specialist, Application Developer, Framework Developer, Technical Project Manager, Research Scientist in Computing, Computing Systems Architect.

Tuition Fee

Local

RM17,600

International

RM43,300 

Intake

Semester 2 (March) Intake, Academic Session 2025/2026

Entry Requirement

General Entry Requirements
For applicants with a CGPA of not less that 3.00:
  • Possess a Bachelor's Degree with a CGPA of not less than 3.00; or
For applicants with a CGPA of 2.50-2.99 (must fulfill at least one of the following):
  • Graduate from Universiti Malaya; or
  • Accumulate at least one (1) year of work experience in related fields; or
  • Produce publications in related field; or
  • Receive a scholarship; or
  • Serve as a staff member of a government agency; or
  • Pass an interview conducted by Faculty; or
  • Pass a Special evaluation by Faculty.

Specific Entry Requirements
  • General University Requirements: Fulfill the General University Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree Qualification: Possess a Bachelor's Degree (Honours)
  • Equivalent Qualification: N/A
  • Related Fields: Computer Sciences or Information Technology field
  • Special Requirements: N/A

English Requirements
  • Malaysia University English Test (MUET): Band 4.0; or
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic: Band 6.0; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Paper-Based Test (PBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Internet-Based Test (IBT) (Centre-Based): Score 60; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Computer-Based Test (CBT): Not applicable; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) – Essential Online: Score 8.5; or
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: Score 59; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – Linguaskill Online: Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B1 Preliminary, B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency: Score 169; or
  • Cambridge English Qualifications & Tests – B2 Business Vantage, C1 Business Higher: Not applicable; or
  • Occupational English Test (OET) (Conventional / Online): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: First (FCE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): Not applicable; or
  • Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): Not applicable