PROGRAMME SPECIFICATIONS
Further Information
(Academic & Student Affairs)
GENERAL INFORMATION
| 1. Awarding Institution | Universiti Teknologi Malaysia | |||
| 2. Teaching Institution | Universiti Teknologi Malaysia | |||
| 3. Programme Name | Master of Philosophy: Software Engineering | |||
| 4. Final Award | Master of Philosophy: Software Engineering | |||
| 5. Programme Code | MECQA3AJA | |||
| 6. Professional or Statutory Body of Accreditation | Ministry of Higher Education | |||
| 7. Language(s) of Instruction | English | |||
| 8. Mode of Study (Conventional, distance learning, etc) | Conventional | |||
| 9. Mode of operation (Franchise, self-govern, etc) | Self-governing | |||
| 10. Study Scheme (Full Time/Part Time) | Full Time | |||
| 11. Study Duration | Minimum: 2 Years (4 semesters) Maximum: 4 Years (8 semesters) | |||
| Type of Semester | No. of Semesters | No of Weeks/Semester | ||
| Full Time | Part Time | Full Time | Part Time | |
| Normal | 4 | – | 8 | – |
| Short | – | – | – | – |
COURSE CLASSIFICATION
| No. | Classification | Credit Hours | Credit Hours |
i. | University Courses | 3 | 100% |
ii | Core Courses | 6 | 67% |
iii | Research | 0 | 0% |
Total | 9 | 100% | |
| Total Credit Hours to Graduate | 9 credit hours | ||
Master of Philosophy students are required to register and pass the following courses before their first assessment (proposal defense).
i. One University Elective Course (course code U*** ***3).
ii. Research Methodology
iii. Advanced Computer Science / Advanced Software Engineering
| YEAR 1: SEMESTER 1 | |||
Code | Courses | Credit | Pre-requisite |
| UECS6013 | IT Project Management | 3 | |
| UHMS6013 | Seminar on Global Development, Economics and Social Issues | ||
| UHIS6013 | Philosophy Science and Civilization | ||
| UHMZ6123 | Malaysian Society and Culture | ||
| UECP6013 | Research Methodology | 3 | |
| MECQ1203 | Advanced Software Engineering | 3 | |
| MECQ1100 | *Research | 0 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT | 9 | ||
CUMULATIVE CREDITS | 9 | ||
| YEAR 1: SEMESTER 2 | |||
Code | Courses | Credit | Pre-requisite |
| MECQ1200 | *Research | 0 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT | 0 | ||
CUMULATIVE CREDITS | 9 | ||
* Research (course code MEC***00), to be taken every semester until the submission of a thesis. The progress of a candidate in any semester is assessed through research progress reports submitted at the end of each semester. It is important for the students to know that the submission of the progress report needs to be done by the student themselves via
GSMS website http://spsapp3.utm.my:8080/gsmsv4/.
RESEARCH CODE
| Semester | Research Course Code |
| 1 | MECQ1100 |
| 2 | MECQ1200 |
| 3 | MECQ2100 |
| 4 | MECQ2200 |
| 5 | MECS3100 |
| 6 | MECS3200 |
| 7 | MECQ4100 |
| 8 | MECQ4200 |
Programme Educational Objectives (PEO)
| Code | Intended Educational Objectives |
| PEO1 | Mastery of knowledge and competency in advanced areas of Computing. |
| PEO2 | Professionalism and high standards of ethical conducts within organization and society. |
| PEO3 | Responsive to changing situations by continuously acquiring new knowledge and skills. |
Programme Learning Outcomes (PLO)
After having completed the programme, graduates should be able to demonstrate the following competencies:
| Code | Intended Learning Outcomes |
| PLO1 | Synthesize, critique, apply, and extend in-depth relevant knowledge independently using innovative techniques, tools, and skills in the field of Computing as a basis for research to produce new ideas and solution. |
| PLO2 | Create new concept/theories/solutions/practice through independent research and originality that satisfies international standards within the field of Computing. using the latest techniques, tools, and skills |
| PLO3 | Integrate highly advanced and specialized research methodologies based on the forefront knowledge and latest development in the field of Computing to solve complex research problems with reasonable degree of originality. |
| PLO4 | Demonstrate decent collaboration with peers, scholarly communities and society at large in the relevant field of expertise and research. |
| PLO5 | Communicate effectively the knowledge, skills, ideas and research findings using appropriate methods to peers, scholarly communities, and societies through various medium. |
| PLO6 | Use, improve existing or develop new appropriate tools or methodologies using a broad range of digital technology, media and software to support and enhance research activities. |
| PLO7 | Demonstrate skills in designing, critical evaluation, and analysing numerical and graphical data using quantitative or qualitative tools to support and enhance research activities. |
| PLO8 | Demonstrate leadership, professionalism and management skills, and take full responsibility for own work, and significantly for others in the research organization. |
| PLO9 | Demonstrate the ability to manage and enhance own self- and if necessary, can be accountable for overall management of one’s research organization and professional development. |
| PLO10 | Develop potential commercialization research output. |
| PLO11 | Demonstrate adherence to legal, professional and contribute to the development of ethical sound codes of practice. |
GRADUATION CHECKLIST
To graduate, students must pass all the stated courses in this checklist. It is the responsibility of the students to ensure that all courses are taken and passed. Students who do not complete any of the courses are not allowed to graduate.
No. | Code | Course | Credit Earned JKD | Credit Counted (JKK) | Tick if passed |
| CORE COURSES : 0 CREDITS | |||||
| 1 | UECP6013 | Research Methodology | 3 | 3 | |
| 2 | MECQ1203 | Advanced Software Engineering | 3 | 3 | |
| TOTAL CREDIT OF CORE COURSES (a) | 6 | 6 | |||
| UNIVERSITY ELECTIVE COURSES | |||||
| 1 | UECS6013 | IT Project Management | 3 | 3 | |
| UHIS6013 | Philosophy of Science and Civilization | ||||
| UHLM6013 | Malay Language for Post Graduates | ||||
| UHMS6013 | Seminar on Global Development, Economic and Social Issues | ||||
| UHMZ6023 | Malaysian Society and Culture | ||||
| UBSS6013 | Organization Behavior and Development | ||||
| UBSS6023 | Business Ethics, Responsibility and Sustainability | ||||
| UHPS6013 | Dynamics of Leadership | ||||
| URTS6013 | Environmental Ethics | ||||
| UECS6023 | Introduction to Technopreneurship | ||||
| UMJJ6013 | Basic Japanese Language and Culture | ||||
| TOTAL CREDIT of UNIVERSITY GENERAL COURSES (b) COURSES (a) | 3 | 3 | |||
| TOTAL CREDIT TO GRADUATE (a + b) | 9 | 9 | |||
| RESEARCH | |||||
| 1 | Hard-Bound Thesis endorsed by supervisor – 3 copies | ||||
| 2 | Copy of CD for Each Thesis – Extra 1 unit | ||||
| 3 | Copy of All Semester Results (Pre-Transcript) | ||||
| 4 | Copy of Registration Slip (current semester) | ||||
| 5 | Abstract and Title Page Approval Form (original copy) | ||||
| 6 | Course Checklist (endorsed by coordinator) | ||||
| 7 | Copy of IC (local student) / first page of Passport (international student) | ||||
| 8 | Fee Release Letter (UTM Bendahari) | ||||
| 9 | Exit Survey | ||||
| 10 | Submission of Thesis Form – 3 copies | ||||
| 11 | Verification of Graduate Information Form – 1 copy | ||||
COURSE SYNOPSIS
CORE COURSES
UECP6013 – Research Methodology
This course covers the general principles of Research Methodology that are applicable to both disciplines computer science and software engineering. it discusses the fundamental process in conducting academic research. The theoretical and practical aspects of preparing a research proposal presented. Amongst topics that will be covered are introduction to research and its philosophy, problem formulation and research objective, literature review, research methodology and design, data collection procedures, data analysis, research proposal and thesis preparation and research management.
MECQ1203 – Advanced Software Engineering
This course will expose students to the concepts, principles and state-of-the-art methods and approaches in the main knowledge areas across a broad range of Computer Science and Software Engineering. It also provides opportunities for the students to explore and systematically evaluate the currently available approaches.
UNIVERSITY ELECTIVE COURSES
UECS6013 – IT Project Management
This course presents a hands-on perspective to Information Technology project management. This course will assist post-graduate students to plan and implement their post-graduate projects as well as other IT projects effectively. The subject is organized into three main sections, that covers I) Basic concepts, life cycle and framework of project management II) Detailed description of each project management knowledge areas under the Project Management Institute (PMI) Body of Knowledge (PMBOK) and its applications, and III) Real Project Initiation, Planning, Executing, Monitoring and Closing. The Project Management areas include – project integration, scope, time, cost, quality, human resource, communications, risks and procurement management. Students are expected to perform real projects with teams and achieve agreed Key performance Indicators (KPI).
UHMS6013 – Seminar on Global Development, Economic and Social Issues
This course is offered to international students in advanced scholar and doctoral programs from Malay societies such as Indonesia, Brunei, South Thailand and Malay-Singapore. This course contains two sections. This subject discusses the world view of its role and importance in shaping the culture of life and civilization; The concepts of revelation, science, humanity, nature and happiness; and Comparative Studies in the Philosophy of Science: Epistemology, Ontology and Axiology in Education. Discussions on current issues and challenges, among others; the challenge of civilization between the West and the East; Development and the environment; Economy and trade; National administration and management; Scientific research; Communication and information technology; Ethics and morals; Crime and violence; and Family education.
UHIS6013 – Philosophy Science and Civilization
This course is offered to international students in advanced scholar and doctoral programs from Malay societies such as Indonesia, Brunei, South Thailand and Malay-Singapore. This course contains two sections. This subject discusses the world view of its role and importance in shaping the culture of life and civilization; The concepts of revelation, science, humanity, nature and happiness; and Comparative Studies in the Philosophy of Science: Epistemology, Ontology and Axiology in Education. Discussions on current issues and challenges, among others; the challenge of civilization between the West and the East; Development and the environment; Economy and trade; National administration and management; Scientific research; Communication and information technology; Ethics and morals; Crime and violence; and Family education.
UHMZ6023 – Malaysian Society and Culture
This course is designed for international postgraduates from countries of non-Malay origins. Students will be exposed to various aspects of the Malaysian culture such as belief system, religious festivals, customs and etiquettes of different ethnic groups in Malaysia. Emphasis will be given to the Malay culture as it makes the core for the Dasar Kebudayaan Kebangsaan. Students will also be briefly introduced to the basics of Malay language as the national language of Malaysia.