Core Module
Research Methodology and Statistics
Prerequisite Modules (Optional*)
Python Programming
Machine Learning
* Candidates without qualifications in the related fields or relevant working experience must undergo appropriate prerequisite modules.
The Master of Information Technology by Research Programme encompasses the following five phases:
Phase I – Pre-requisite Core** Course (3 credit hours)
Research Methodology and Statistics (Compulsory)
Phase II – Preliminary Research
This represents the first part of the master's research project and forms the basis on which students build their proposal and eventually their project.
Phase III – Proposal Defence
Each student must publicly present and defend his/her research proposals. The student is only allowed to continue with his/her research to Phase IV on passing of the defence of his/her proposal.
Phase IV – Thesis Preparation
The student proceeds to his/her data collection, data analysis and report writing.
Phase V – Viva Voce
After completion and submission of the thesis, the student is required to attend a Viva Voce to orally defend his/her thesis.