Master of Science in Information Technology (MSc.IT)
The programme is designed to meet the ever increasing demands and needs of the market for expertise in Information Technology (IT) by equipping students with a broad and sound knowledge of both technical and managerial skills.
The programme specifically focuses on applied computer techniques with emphasis on the needs of students from various backgrounds e.g. Computer Science, Software Engineering etc. who wish to build careers in the field of Information Technology.
It also offers Leadership and Management skills to prepare students to take up leadership roles in academia and the IT Industry e.g. Senior Level Managers in IT, academics in IT, etc. The programme further opens the way for candidates who may wish to develop further their knowledge in IT through research, to progress to PhD research levels.
Students are prepared to work as Data Scientist, Machine learning Engineer, Business Intelligence Developer, Big Data Engineer/Architect, Research Scientist, System Security consultant, Chief Information Security Officer, Software engineers, Database developers and administrator, Information Technology Consultants, Web designers and developers, Systems analysts, IT/IS managers, Network engineers, Middle and Senior level managers in IT.
The candidates may further their previous careers with a strong understanding on how IT can suitably be applied in their own discipline.
Intake: May and September
Duration: 2 years
Applications can be done through admissions@strathmore.edu or
+254 703 034032
The programme has an International course module that is designed to provide a one week international exposure on contemporary themes in Information Technology through dedicated course delivery at Academic Centres of Excellence in Europe.
The MSc. IT Curriculum provides for the following areas of specialisation:
• Business Intelligence and Data Analytics:
Students will cover advanced concepts on Artificial Intelligence, Natural Languages Processing, Machine Learning, Spatial Data Analysis, IoT
• Systems Security & Forensics:
Students will study Enterprise systems security, cloud security, Digital forensics, Information Systems security Design, Cryptography and Information Security
• Telecommunication and Computer Networks:
Students will study areas that include Performance Analysis of Computer Networks, Wireless Computing, Mobile Adhoc and Sensor Networks, Data Centres Design and Management
The following shall be eligible for admission into Master of Science in IT in Strathmore University:
• Holders of First Class or Upper Second Class degrees in a Computer Science or IT discipline from recognised universities from recognised universities, or
• Holders of Lower Second Class degrees in a Computer Science or IT discipline plus Postgraduate Diplomas or Certificates in relevant fields of study; or with at least two years working experience in an IT environment from the graduation date and;
• You must have had at least a C+ mean grade at KCSE or its equivalent.
