Master of Science Degree in Computer Science

Master of Science Degree in Computer Science is a Masters program taught at Midlands State University, Zimbabwe. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time options.

The Master of Science Degree in Computer Science at Midlands State University builds graduate-level understanding of miniaturized and computer-based systems, smart device technology, and emerging technologies. Students study advanced topics that include Pattern Recognition and Image Processing, Advanced Enterprise Architecture Programming, Advanced Database and Data Mining, Computational Discrete Mathematics, and Cyber Security and Cryptography. Research Methods supports the research process used in the programme.

Learning is organised by levels and semesters, with a dissertation at Level 2 Semester 1. Students take core modules across Level 1 Semester 1 and Semester 2, then choose electives in Level 1 Semester 2 from Software Methodology, Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence, Mobile Computing, Real-Time Systems, Advanced Operating System Design, Advanced Data Structures and Algorithms, and Enterprise Computing in Java. Electives depend on personnel availability, and module pre-requisites must be passed before registration.

Graduates are prepared for Computer Science careers listed by the programme, including Embedded Software Engineers, Senior Network Engineers, Senior Hardware Engineers, Network and Systems Administrators, Database Managers, Senior Analyst Programmers, Senior Systems Analysts, Project Manager, Cyber Security Manager, Software Architect, and PhD opportunities that lead to lecturing and research. Further studies include doctoral studies in Computer Science and related computing fields.

Modules

• MSC111 Pattern Recognition and Image Processing
• MSC112 Advanced Enterprise Architecture Programming
• MSC113 Advanced Database and Data Mining
• MSC121 Computational Discrete Mathematics
• MSE114 Cyber Security and Cryptography
• MSE124 Research Methods
• MSC211 Evolutionary Computing and Parallel Distributed Processing
• MSC212 Simulation and Modelling
• MSC221 Dissertation
• MSC122 Software Methodology
• MSC123 Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
• MCSE122 Mobile Computing

The minimum requirements for admission in Master of Science Degree in Computer Science at Midlands State University for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by Midlands State University.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by Midlands State University as pre-requiste for admission in Master of Science Degree in Computer Science.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Normal Entry
An Honours degree with a degree class of at least 2.2 in Computing (Computer Engineering, Informatics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering), Electronic Engineering, Cyber security or Data analytics.

Special Entry
Special entry may be granted to applicants with any equivalent qualification acceptable according to the Institute’s General Academic Regulations.

Mature Entry
Refer to Section 3.3 of the General Academic Regulations.

Please check detail of study units at https://www.msu.ac.zw/master-of-science-degree-in-computer-science

• Embedded Software Engineers
• Senior Network Engineers
• Senior Hardware Engineers
• Network and Systems Administrators
• Database Managers
• Senior Analyst Programmers
• Senior Systems Analysts
• Project Manager
• Cyber Security Manager
• Software Architect
• PhD opportunities that lead to lectureship and research in universities