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MASTER OF COMPUTER SCIENCE (APPLIED COMPUTING)
PROGRAMME REQUIREMENTS

1. Programme Type

The type of programme offered for the Master of Computer Science (Applied Computing) is a
programme which shall consist of coursework (50%) and research leading to the submission
of a dissertation in the candidate’s area of study (50%).

2. Admission Requirements

(a) Qualifications for Admission

(i) A bachelor’s degree with Honours or a equivalent in Computer
Science/Information Technology/related field from a recognized
university with a CGPA of 3.0 and above/equivalent,

OR

(ii) A bachelor degree in Computer Science/Information
Technology/related field from a recognized university with a CGPA in
the range of 2.50 – 2.99/equivalent can be considered provided the
fulfilment of the University requirements.

(b) English Language Proficiency

International candidates are required to:

(i) At least IELTS Band 6 (Academic) or TOEFL score of 550 (paper
based) / 213 (computer based) / 80 (Internet based) /PTE
Academic/PTE Online with minimum score 57 if their first degree is
from a university where English is not the medium of instruction.,

OR

(ii) Pass an English Proficiency test approved by the university

3. Duration of Study

The recommended study duration is between three (3) to eight (8) semesters.

4. Programme Structure

(1) The Master of Computer Science (Applied Computing) Programme will have forty-two
(42) credits through coursework and dissertation.
(2) Through Coursework and Dissertation Programme

(i) The programme shall consist of two parts:

(a) Part I comprises:

(i) five (5) core courses, each with three credits; and
(ii) two (2) elective courses..