Master of Science (Informatics)
PROGRAMME SPECIFICATIONS
The MSc (Informatics) is a blended learning program, combining online coursework with physical sessions held in Kuala Lumpur (KL). The duration of study for the full-time programme is between one (1) year to a maximum of four (4) years and subjected to the student’s entry qualifications. It aims to produce graduates who are well-versed in the field of informatics to support effective digital strategy management for organizational sustainability.
This program emphasizes the application and critical understanding of emerging technologies to address real-world challenges in digital transformation. Students will develop strong interpersonal and lifelong learning skills, preparing them to lead confidently and effectively in their professional environments.
Graduates are also expected to uphold high standards of ethical conduct in organizational, community, and entrepreneurial contexts, ensuring their contributions to society are both responsible and impactful.
Further Information
DR. ZALMIYAH BINTI ZAKARIA
Postgraduate Academic Manager
Faculty of Computing
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
81310 UTM Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Email : pgam@utm.my
OR
Program Coordinator
ASSOC. PROF. DR NOORMINSHAH A.IAHAD
Email : fcmsi@utm.my
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
| CORE COURSES (Compulsory) | |
Code | Courses |
| MRTQ1013 | Human Centered Computing |
| MRTQ1023 | Strategic Information Systems and Management |
| MRTQ1033 | Intelligent Knowledge Management |
| MRTQ1043 | System Design & Modeling |
| MRTQ1053 | Enterprise Architecture |
| MRTQ1063 | Service Innovation Technology |
| UANP0013 | Research Methodology |
| ELECTIVE COURSES (Choose three (3) only) | |
Code | Courses |
| MECC1433 | Advanced Human Computer Interaction |
| MCST1033 | Big Data Management |
| MCST1013 | Business Intelligence & Analytics |
| MCST1103 | Massive Data Mining |
| MECR1023 | Information Security Governance & Risk Management |
| MRTQ2113 | Strategic Business Management |
| MRTQ2123 | Informatics Project Management |
| MRTQ2223 | Media Informatics and Visual Computing |
| MRTQ2243 | Current Topic in Informatics |
| MRTE2143 | Entrepreneurship & New Venture Creation |
| MRTP1603 | Software Engineering Trend and Technologies |
| MRTA1733 | Privacy Risk Management |
| MASTER PROJECT | |
Code | Courses |
| MRTQ2015 | Master Project1 |
| MRTQ2087 | Master Project2 |
| UNIVERSITY GENERAL COURSES (Choose one (1) only) | |
Code | Courses |
| UANP6013 | Informatics in Society |
| UHAP6013 | Seminar on Global Development, Economic and Social Issues |
| UHAZ6123 | Malaysian Society and Culture |
| ULAM6323 | Malay Language for Postgraduates |
| YEAR 1: SEMESTER 1 | |
Code | Courses |
| MRTQ1013 | Human Centered Computing |
| MRTQ1023 | Strategic Information Systems and Management |
| MRTQ1063 | Service Innovation Technology |
| UANP0013 | Research Methodology |
| MRTQxxxx | Elective I |
| UANP6013 | University Course |
| YEAR 1: SEMESTER 2 | |
Code | Courses |
| MRTQ1043 | System Design & Modeling |
| MRTQ1033 | Intelligent Knowledge Management |
| MRTQ1053 | Enterprise Architecture |
| MRTQxxxx | Elective II |
| MRTQ1085 | Project 1 |
| YEAR 2: SEMESTER 1 | |
Code | Courses |
| MRTQxxxx | Elective III |
| MRTQ2087 | Project 2 |
