Overview
Information systems are a critical part of an organisation’s IT infrastructure. IT professionals, who can manage information resources, understand the technology and systems, are key to successful modern enterprises.
It extends your knowledge of research in your chosen area, and builds your skills in communicating your research work.
On successful completion of the Information Systems programme from Sunway University , the graduates will also be awarded with a degree from Lancaster University. They will be awarded two certificates, making them graduates of both Sunway University and Lancaster University.
Career Prospects
- Chief/Information officer
- Computer science researcher
- Data analyst
- Data scientist
- Database administrator
- Database engineer
- IT auditor
- IT consultant
- IT project director
- IT/Business system analyst
- Software engineer
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
- The MSc in Information Systems (by Research) consists of two taught modules and one thesis. Candidates will be required to complete two taught modules, namely Research Methodology and Directed Readings, before they proceed to writing the thesis.
- By undergoing these two modules, candidates will develop the necessary skills and knowledge to conduct research successfully towards the Master’s degree.
- Research Methodology
- Directed Readings
- Thesis
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Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Disciplines
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Computing with minimum CGPA of 3.00 or equivalent
- Any other qualifications will be considered on a case-to-case basis
Make sure you meet all requirements
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International
48580 MYR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 48580 MYR per year during 24 months. -
National
44620 MYR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 44620 MYR per year during 24 months.
The annual fees for international students include international administrative fees, excluding fees related to student visas.
Living costs for Kuala Lumpur
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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