Master of Computer Science in Software Engineering via Coursework
Master of Computer Science in Software Engineering is a Master programme by coursework, offered by Faculty of Computing and Informatics. Although the name of the programme reflects its specialization in software engineering, Master of Computer Science in Software Engineering is constantly reviewed to ensure that the programme is kept abreast with new technologies and the needs of the industry from time to time. For example, new electives such as Security in Computing, Data Mining and Analytics as well as High Performance Computing for Big Data were introduced in line with the advancement of CyberSecurity and Big Data. Candidates pursuing this programme have an advantage of getting exposure to other computer science fields apart from software engineering field.
A Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment; OR
A Bachelor’s degree in the field or related fields with minimum CGPA of 2.00 and not meeting CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field and rigorous internal assessment; OR
A Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, as accepted by the Senate, subject to having relevant working experience and rigorous internal assessment; OR
A Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75 or equivalent, can be accepted subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in the relevant field and rigorous internal assessment; OR
A Bachelor’s degree in non-related fields with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 or equivalent, as accepted by the Senate and without relevant working experience, subject to passing pre-requisite courses.
English Entry Requirement:
• Minimum IELTS overall band score of 6.0 or its equivalent*
