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MASTER OF COMPUTER SCIENCE

Faculty

Faculty of Computing and Informatics

Department

Department of Computer Science

Description

The Master of Computer Science programme is of interdisciplinary nature and aims at students interested in, and adequately qualified and motivated, for graduate education to become scientific researchers in various fields of study related to Computer Science. In this regard, the Computing Sciences Accreditation Board (CSAB) defines Computer Science as focusing on the ‘theory of computation, algorithms and data structures, programming methodology and languages, and computer elements and architecture’

Admission Requirements

Applicants who hold qualifications from recognised institutions at NQF level 8, or equivalent, in disciplines related to computer science may be considered for admission to this programme. Applicants need to provide evidence of having conducted supervised research and may be required to make-up specific deficiencies in coursework at the discretion of the Faculty Postgraduate Committee. In addition, applicants may be required to attend a pre-selection interview and/or test at the discretion of the Department.

Course Code

09MCSC

Level of Programme

Postgraduate

Modes of Study

Full Time

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