Program Overview
The Library and Information Science (by Research) at International Islamic University of Malaysia is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Library and Information Science (by Research) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Malaysia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Library and Information Science (by Research) programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- LISC 6900 Research Methodology for LIS
- LISC 6010 Islamic Worldview, IT and Society
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
1.Students whose bachelor degrees in library studies, information studies, and in library and information science from local as well as international institutions of higher learning with a CGPA of not less than 2.80
2.Students with Diploma in Library Science from Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) with a CGPA of not less than 2.80.
3.Students with the ALA (Associate of the Library Association, UK) qualifications who have had substantial experience in library work.
Other Requirements- At least 2 years of working experience in library related area.
- A potentially viable topic worthy of scholarly inquiry at the master\xc2\x92s level.
- For local students, they need to have English language proficiency as determined by the IIUM English Placement Test (EPT) with a minimum score of 6.0.
- For international students, they need to have TOEFL 550 or 6.0 in IELTS if their degrees are from universities where English is not the medium of instruction, OR English language proficiency as determined by the IIUM English Placement Test (EPT) with a minimum score of 6.0.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2018-06-18
About International Islamic University of Malaysia
International Islamic University of Malaysia
Gombak, Malaysia
The International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) is a public university in Malaysia. Headquartered in Gombak, Selangor, IIUM has six other campuses all over Malaysia: two medical-centric...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-06-18
- Start Date 2018-02-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 40