Program Educational Objectives:
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The program will produce postgraduates who will be capable of:
PEO 1. Engaging in ongoing lifelong learning and pursue Ph.D. studies at respectable universities.
PEO 2. Contributing to the research in a specific area of computer science.
PEO 3. Getting better IT related jobs and enhance their career development.
PEO 4. Play a leading role in the overall development of the computing profession in the Sultanate of Oman.
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Program Learning Outcomes:
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Upon successful completion of the Degree Program in Computer Science, our graduates will be able to:
a) Pursuing Ph.D. studies in the field of Computer Science.
b) Expanding their knowledge in the core contents of Computer Science.
c) Acquiring a sound knowledge in both theory and practice in Computer Science,
d) Being aware of the latest trends in the key areas of Computer Science
e) Demonstrating a high level of logical and analytical thinking
f) Conducting research and presenting research findings in a specific area of the Computer Science discipline
g) Communicate effectively orally and in writing
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Program Name: MS.c. in Computer Science
Program Type: Course Work and Thesis
Study Mode: Full-time Or Part-time
Duration: 2 Years for Full-time and 3 Years for Part-time
Program Description:
The student should complete the course work requirements specified in the degree plan with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.00. For the thesis, the candidate is required to conduct the necessary literature search, undertake the research, analyses the results, write the report and communicate the results at an oral defense. This work need not necessarily be original research, but should be a new application of ideas. The student should identify the research problem in consultation with the supervisor, which normally takes place in the second semester. The student should register for the thesis in the third semester after having completed at least 12 credits of the course work.
Admission Requirements:
Applicants should have a Bachelor from Sultan Qaboos University or from any recognized university.
- A Cumulative Grade Point Average of not less than 2.5 out of 4 or its equivalent in another system and the Deanship of Postgraduate Studies will make the assessment for equivalency acceptance
- Work experiences is a must for candidates with Cumulative Grade Point Average less than 2.75 in the Bachelors degree
English Language Requirements
The instructional language used for both programs is in English. Before starting the program the applicant should achieve level (6) in IELTS Academic or (550) in the TOEFL paper-based or (213) in TOEFL through the computer or (79) in the TOEFL through the Internet.
There will be an entrance exam plus an interview held by the department and it can be by phone for international students if required.
Degree Plan
Msc degree plan
Fees:
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Cost
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International (1 R.O. = $ .3865)
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Omani
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Per Credit Cost
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120
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90
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Thesis Cost
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1120
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840
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Total Cost
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4000
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3000
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Course Outline
Program Name: PhD in Computer Science
Program Type: By Research
Study Mode: Full-time
Duration: 4 years
Program Description:
The PhD degree in computer science is research-based. The program is open for full timers and the normal study period will last for four years. A maximum of 9 credits of course work may be required when a candidate has not taken any previous postgraduate level courses or when a course is important for his/her research work..
The research interest of the faculty members of the department spans a wide range of systems an applications areas of Computer Science. This includes, parallel and distributed computing, Mobile and cellular networks, interconnection networks, networks on chip, performance analysis and evaluation of computer and communication systems, multimedia and image processing, intelligent systems, E-learning and E-services, databases and XML, software engineering, software testing, web services, service-oriented software development, computer graphics, complexity and theory of computation, and many others.
Admission Requirements:
The applicant should have a master's degree from Sultan Qaboos University, or from any recognized university.
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A Cumulative Grade Point Average of not less than 3.00 on a 4.00 scale or equivalent in any other system and the Deanship of Postgraduate Studies will make the assessment for equivalency acceptance.
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Applicant must be full-time student for 4 years.
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A statement of the objectives and goals of the research proposed.
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Three recommendation letters, at least two from academic to show competence in the discipline of interest and research capability.
Degree plan:
PhD degree plan
Abderezak Touzene, Associate Professor
Programs Coordinator
Telephone: (+968) 2414 2221
Fax: (+968) 2414 1407
E-mail: touzene@squ.edu.om
For more information, please contact:
Postgraduate studies Admission Department
Deanship of Postgraduate
Sultan Qaboos University
P.O. Box 31, 123 Al-Khod
Phone: (+968) 2441 5819/5824
Fax: (+968) 2441 3861
www.squ.edu.om/ps