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Master of Science in Information Technology
Description:
In accordance with Vision 2030 to raise the level of development and economic prosperity, and in an effort to keep pace with technical developments affecting the economy, the Master of Science in Information Technology program at Qassim University is needed to contribute to: - Qualifying national academic cadres by completing their postgraduate studies in the field of information technology. - Keeping abreast of scientific developments and developments related to the requirements of the labor market in the field of information technology by improving the quality of the program outputs. - Forming specialized research groups to work on participating in sustainable development. - Encouraging technical projects and scientific research in all IT sectors.
Eligible Applicants
Students
Method of study
Courses and Thesis, Courses and Research Project
Degree
Master
School level
Postgraduate studies
Place of study (Male Students)
Buraydah - Qassim Region - College Headquarters
Place of study (female students)
Buraydah - Qassim Region - College Headquarters (Female Section)
Required specialization
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology
Admission from outside the major
Admission of other majors related to computer majors on the condition of passing the supplementary courses approved by the scientific department
Years of study
2
Study period
None
Number of Credit Hours
37
Credits required for graduation
37 for the thesis track and 34 for the research project track
STEP test
60
Other conditions
None
Tuition fees
40,000
Required GPA
of at least 5
3
of at least 4
2
of at least 100
72.5
Preference Mechanism for Admission
GPA
50%
Undergraduate Aptitude Test
50%
Differentiation test
None
Educational goals :
1- Preparing IT specialists in education, research and professional development in various IT fields, with a focus on some vital topics such as e-commerce, big data science, and other important courses and technologies, as the need for these competencies to implement development plans is increasing.
2- Providing specialized expertise and qualifying manpower by transforming advanced technologies and their applications into a tangible reality in the Kingdom.
3- Preparing students to carry out specialized and advanced scientific research in the field of information technology to support the scientific research activity in the department, university and society.
4- Preparing cadres capable of conducting scientific and training programs for employees of institutions and organizations as part of community service activities.
Learning outcomes :
1- The ability to develop new knowledge acquired through innovative scientific research that contributes in general to the field of information technology.
2- Ability to communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
3- Ability to analyze complex problems and apply theories and other relevant disciplines in the field to identify solutions.
4- Ability to create, design, implement, and evaluate research and investigation processes in the field of information technology.
5- Possesses the skills to effectively use modern technical, digital and information technology applications to create innovative digital knowledge and solutions and meet various needs in the field of information technology.
6- Ability to work effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in appropriate IT activities.
Tracks :
1- Master of Science in Information Technology
Career opportunities:
Career and research opportunities and managerial positions in the following areas:
1- Software Engineering
2. Databases
3. Networks
4. Analyze the data
5- Web Development
6- Artificial Intelligence
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