Master of Computer Science (Information Security)

The MS in Computer Science with Specialization Information Security (MSCS-IS) is offered on a full-time basis and duration of study is 2 years.  This programme provides students with advanced knowledge, skills in current information security and they will be able to put theory into practice with an individual capstone project

Career Opportunity

• Security Analyst
• Computer Forensic Investigator and Cyber chime
• Security Systems Administrator
• Information Security Architect
• Ethical Hacker/Penetration Tester
• IT Security Consultant
• Cryptologist or Cryptographer

Entry Requirements

1. A Bachelor’s Degree with good honours in a relevant field from SIMAD University (SU) or any other institutions of higher learning recognized by the senate.
2. Original Secondary School Certificate.
3. Processing fee of USD $ 70                    
4. Two (2) copies of photos with white background

MS (CS) with IS-Specialization Program Structure

OURSES MODULE (42 Credit Hours)
CORE COURSES (30 Credits) + INFORMATION SECURITY RESEARCH PROJECT (12 Credits)

CORE COURSES (30 Credits)

		Common Courses
NO	Course code	Course name	Credit hour
1	MCS101	Machine Learning	3
2	MCS102	Ubiquitous Computing and Internet of Things (IoT)	3
3	MCS103	Advanced topics in Algorithms	3
4	MCS104	Data Mining	3
		Specialization Courses
5	MCS -IS07	Computer Forensic and Investigation	3
6	MCS-IS08	Information Security Management	3
7	MCS-IS09	Cryptography and Security Protocol	3
8	MCS-IS10	Network & Internet Security	3
9	MCS-IS11	Global Issues in Cyber Security – Advanced topics	3
10	MCS106	Research Methodologies in Information Security	3
INFROAMTION SECURITY  RESEARCH PROJECT/ THESIS
1	MS-ISP01	Master Project I	6
2	MS-ISP02	Master Project II	6

Fees

Per Semester	Fee
Sem 1	$413
Sem 2	$413
Sem 3	$413
Sem 4	$413
Sem 5	$413
Sem 6	$415
Total	$2480.00

Assessment Format

	Format A	Format B
Course Work	60%	100%
Final Exam	40%	0%