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Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology

Doctorate

Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology

PhD in Information and Technology at ZCAS University prepares students with practical knowledge, academic depth and professional competencies through the School of Computing, Technology and Applied Sciences.

School

School of Computing, Technology and Applied Sciences

Duration

3+ years

Intake

January and July intake cycles

The Ph.D. in Information Technology by coursework and dissertation provides a coursework and research approach with focus in the interdisciplinary areas of information technology, cyber security and artificial intelligence. The programme prepares students with an in-depth understanding of core and advanced topics in information technology and trains them to use the latest tools to represent, model and solve real world business challenges in the country. The programme has been designed to provide the student with a blend of advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to emerging technologies deployed in industry and research in information technology.

AIM: The aim of the Ph.D. in Information Technology by coursework and dissertation is to develop scholars who are able to independently carry out scholarly work in the ICT industry and solve current and future challenges in the industry as well as having a career in academia.

ADMISSION CRITERIA

Applicants should have a:

1.     Masters’ Degree in computer science or any related field from a recognized university or other institutions approved by the Senate and/or HEA.

2.     Bachelors’ Degree in computer science or any related field from a recognized university or other institutions approved by Senate and/or HEA.

3.     School Certificate with 5 credits or better including English and Mathematics.

4.     Submission of a research proposal in the area of interest.

DURATION OF STUDY

The course of study for the award of PhD in Information Technology degree by coursework and dissertation is at least three (3) years and not more than six (6) years from the date of first registration.

Delivery and learning methods

1.     Full Time

2.     Part Time/Evening

3.     Distance Education

YEAR 1 COURSES

Semester

Course Code

Course Description

Semester 1

DCS111

Research Methods in Computing

DIT121

Information Systems Strategy

DIT131

Information System Security

DIT141

Social Computing

Semester 2

DDS132

Business Intelligence and Analytics

DIT152

Blockchain Technology

Electives

DIT112

Cloud Computing and Virtualization

DCS132

Artificial Intelligence

DIT122

Internet of Things

DIT142

Data Warehousing and Data Mining

YEAR 2 COURSES

 Term

Course Code

Course Description

Semester 1

DIT201

Research Proposal

Semester 2

DIT211

Initial Progress Report

YEAR 3 COURSES

 Term

Course Code

Course Description

Semester 1

DIT311

Final Progress Report

Semester 2

DIT312

Thesis and Viva-Voce

Entry requirements

  • Relevant masters degree
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