Master of Science in Computer Science(MSc.CS)

Overview

The primary goals of the MSc in Computer Science is to produce graduates who can conduct research in fields of artificial intelligence, software engineering, computer networks and security, work in academia and industry.
This is a two-year program (4 semesters) with the first year being comprised of course work and the second year for thesis. For coursework there are 10 units, 5 units in both semesters.
The program is offered via a blended mode of learning where learning and formative assessments are offered online but end of semester examinations are physical. Additionally, in the second year of thesis writing some presentations will be physical (this will be confirmed by the department in the course of your study)

Thesis (Second Year)

Each student shall be required to conduct research on an approved topic within the course structure. The learner will be subjected to continuous supervision. The thesis shall be internally and externally examined and shall be orally defended in the presence of a panel of specialists selected. The thesis is a substantial research project or academic study completed as part of the requirements for the master’s degree. Thesis is defined as a one academic year research work entailing proposal writing, data collection, analysis and presentation of research findings for assessment. The rationale for opting for the thesis is to provide the learners with an opportunity to identify an existing researchable area that adds value in the field of computer science. Each learner shall be required to carry out research on an approved topic of his/her interest. The learner shall design, implement, and write a thesis. The regulation of the thesis will be carried out in accordance with the Murang’a University of Technology Post Graduate policy.

Graduation Requirements

For the award of the MSc. Computer Science degree, a candidate must have:

1. Attended at least Two-thirds (2/3) of the lectures hours per unit on offer.
2. Passed all the core course units and the required elective course units on offer
3. Present evidence of at least one (1) peer reviewed article accepted for publication or two (2) conference proceedings before graduation.
4. Successfully defended Research Thesis in accordance with the provisions of the Postgraduate Policy.
5. Pass mark is at least 50% out of a possible 100%

More details about the program will be offered by the department during the student orientation at the start of every semester.

Admission Requirements

The common regulations for all master’s Degrees in the University and those of the School of Computer Science and Information Technology shall apply. The following shall be eligible for registration for the Master of Science in Computer Science programme.

1. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline, of at least Upper Division Second Class Honors of MUT, or an equivalent qualification from another institution recognized by Senate.
2. Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline, of at least Lower Division Second Class Honors of MUT plus at least two years relevant experience, or an equivalent qualification from another institution recognized by Senate.
3. Regulation on credit transfer in a programme
4. No credit transfer is allowed for this programme

Fees and Funding

IMPORTANT NOTES

1. University Bank Accounts Kenya Commercial Bank, Account number 1107198356, Murang'a Branch or any other KCB Branch country wide OR Equity Bank, Account Number 0220273636188, Murang'a Branch or any other Branch of Equity country wide OR Co-operative Bank of Kenya, Account Number 01129573999200, Murang'a Branch or any other branch of Co-perative Bank of Kenya country wide.
   
2. Accomodation Students shall provide for their own accommodation, food and other personal expenses.
   
3. Foreign Students Students from outsite East Africa Community (EAC) shall pay 20% more of the tuition fee.
   
4. Payment of Fees Fee for a semester is payable in full by the 5th week of the semester.
   
5. Registration Students are required to register for every semester even when carrying out research.
   

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Exam Regulation and grading

All candidates shall be expected to abide by the University Examinations Regulation/Rules, usually articulated in the Examination Policy and Post graduate Policy.
The continuous or progressive course assessment will be graded at a maximum score of 50% each semester, while semester exam is graded at a maximum score of 50% except project report or thesis which has no course work and will be graded at 100%. Each unit shall be graded out of 100% and the pass mark shall be 50%. The marks shall be translated into letter grades as follows:

70% ≤ mark ≤ 100% - A
60% ≤ mark < 70% - B
50% ≤ mark < 60% - C
Mark < 50% (Fail) - F