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AWANG HAD SALLEH GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
Postgraduate Academic Handbook 2011/2012 Session
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AWANG HAD SALLEH GRADUATE SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
INTRODUCTION Just like the beautiful country in which we are located, Awang Had Salleh Graduate School of Arts and Sciences is a rich blend of traditional and modern styles. We have developed a singular character to embrace those things that set us apart. We pride ourselves in the quality of both our teaching and research as well as having a unique living and learning environment. Awang Had Salleh Graduate School of Arts and Sciences provides access to world-class resources across a wide range of disciplines. This translates into industry-ready skills and a competitive edge for graduates. Employers are demanding that graduates not just have qualifications, but also have the experience and ability to contribute to the workplace. To meet these demands, Awang Had Salleh Graduate School of Arts and Sciences develops programmes and partnerships with academic and industry partners, with a heavy focus on applied learning. This helps in ensuring that the skills and knowledge taught at Awang Had Salleh Graduate School of Arts and Sciences are up-to-date and in high demand. Our courses are approved by the Malaysia Qualifications Agency (MQA) and the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education.
CONTACT AND INFORMATION Assoc. Prof. Dr Abdul Malek Hj Abdul Karim Dean Tel.: +604 - 928 5970 E-mail: malek@uum.edu.my Prof. Dr. Che Su bt Mustaffa Deputy Dean Tel.: +604 - 928 5973 E-mail: chesu402@uum.edu.my
Mrs. Jamilah Samsudin Principal Assistant Registrar Tel: +604-9284995 E-mail: sjamilah@uum.edu.my
Mr. Abdul Rahman Mohd. Isa Assistant Registrar Tel.: +604-9285974 E-mail: rahman.mohd@uum.edu.my
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PROGRAMMES OFFERED UUM SINTOK Postgraduate programmes offered at UUM Sintok Campus are as follows: No. 1. Programme Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Field of study: Applied Linguistics Communication Contemporary Malay Language Studies Counselling Decision Science Education History Information Technology Islamic Studies Mathematics Psychology Social Work Studies Statistics Master in Applied Linguistics Programme Structure Research
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Coursework Coursework and Dissertation (mix mode) Research Coursework Coursework and Dissertation (mix mode) Research
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Master of Education (MEd.) specialization in: Curriculum and Instruction Educational Psychology English Language Teaching Instructional Technology Master of Science (Educational Management)
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Coursework Coursework and Dissertation (mix mode) Research Coursework Research Coursework and Dissertation (mix mode) Research Research Research Coursework Coursework and Dissertation (mix mode) Research Coursework
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Master of Science (Principalship)
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Master of Science (Decision Science)
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Master of Science (Mathematics) Master of Science (Statistics) Master of Science (Information Technology)
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Master of Science Technology)
(Information
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Communication
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Master of Science (Intelligent System)
Coursework and Dissertation (mix mode) Research
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No. 12. 13.
Programme Master of Science (Technopreneurship) Master of Science (Managerial Communication)
Programme Structure Research Coursework Coursework and Dissertation (mix mode) Research Coursework Coursework and Dissertation (mix mode) Research Coursework Research Research Research Research Research
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Master of Arts (Communication) Master of Arts (Contemporary Malay Language Studies)
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Master of Science (Counselling)
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Master of Arts (Psychology) Master of Arts (Social Work) Master of Arts (Islamic Studies) Master of Arts (History)
OFF-CAMPUS CENTRES The Awang Had Salleh Graduate School of Arts and Sciences also offers postgraduate programme by coursework at the following off-campus centres: No. 1. Off-campus Centre Kota Bharu, Kelantan Programme Master in Applied Linguistics Master of Science (Counselling) Master of Science (Educational Management) Master of Education specialization in Curriculum and Instruction Educational Psychology English Language Teaching Instructional Technology Master of Science (Educational Management) Master of Science (Counselling)
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Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu
LOCAL COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMMES Collaborative Partner L.W. William Consulting (Sabah & Sarawak) Programme Master of Science (Educational Management) Master of Education specialization in: Curriculum and Instruction Instructional Technology Postgraduate Science Diploma in Correctional Programme Structure Coursework
Jabatan Penjara Malaysia
Coursework
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DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programme is offered by full research. However, students without sufficient research skills and knowledge are required to enroll and pass the following courses during the first two (2) semesters of their enrolment (i.e. before being allowed to defend their thesis proposal): a) b) c) SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology SCLE 6014 Academic Writing Any other course as determined by the supervisor or Academic Committee.
To complete the Ph.D. programme, students are required to: 3. 4. 5. Present and defend proposed research/thesis to a committee; Present progress reports of research work at colloquiums arranged by the Graduate School or College; Produce at least two (2) articles, in which (Option A or Option B): Option A i. at least one (1) article is accepted for publication in ISI Journal or Scopus; and ii. at least one (1) article is under review for publication in a refereed journal. Option B Two (2) articles are published in a refereed journal Attend a viva session to defend the thesis; and Submit a final thesis.
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RESEARCH FIELD Division Applied Science Research Field Information Technology Specializations Offered (but not limited to) Web Engineering Mobile Applications Bio-informatics Intelligent System Computer Network and Security Information Management Information System Knowledge Management Multimedia Technology Human Computer Interaction Virtual Reality Software Engineering Process Requirement Engineering Simulation and Modeling Genetic Algorithm Database Technology Curriculum and Instruction Educational Psychology Instructional Technology English Language Teaching Sociology of Education Educational Management
Educational Studies
Education
Humanities
Communication Applied Linguistics Contemporary Malay Language Studies Islamic Studies
Communication Applied Linguistics Contemporary Malay Language Studies Islamic Studies

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Division History Physical Science
Research Field History
Specializations Offered (but not limited to) Mathematics Statistics Optimization: resource allocation, multi-criteria decision making, scheduling etc. Heuristics/Artificial Intelligence Combinatory Information Technology Application in Decision Making Operation Production Management Computer Simulation and Modeling Numerical Analysis Simulation and System Dynamics Modeling and Forecasting: time siries, regression, mathematical modeling etc Quality and Productivity: efficiency, measurement, quality control, total quality management etc Decision Support Systems Psychology Counselling Social Work
Mathematics Statistics Decision Science
Social Science
Psychology Counselling Social Work
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MASTER IN APPLIED LINGUISTICS
SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Malaysian applicants must posses the following: i. A Bachelors degree with honours in Linguistics, English Language, Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL/TESOL) or Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) from any Institutions of Higher Learning recognised by the University Senate; or a Bachelors degree with honours from any Institutions of Higher Learning recognised by the University Senate and must have at least three (3) years teaching experience in English language course or have a certificate/diploma in Linguistics, English Language, Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL/TESOL) or Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL).
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International applicants must posses the following: i. A Bachelors degree with honours in Linguistics, English Language, Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL/TESOL) Or Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) from any Institutions of Higher Learning recognised by the University Senate with a CGPA of at least 2.75; and Fulfill the English Language requirements.
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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE The Master in Applied Linguistics is offered in three (3) structures, which are by coursework, coursework and dissertation, and full research. (A) Coursework In order to be conferred the Master in Applied Linguistics by coursework, students have to complete at least 40 credit hours with a CGPA of at least 3.00. The programme structure is as follows: CORE COURSES (16 CREDIT HOURS) SCLE 5124 Modern English Linguistics SCLE 5144 Second Language Acquisition SCLE 5154 Methods of Teaching English SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology ELECTIVE COURSES (18 CREDIT HOURS) Choose any six (6) courses from the courses listed below: SCLE 5013 Materials Selection And Development SCLE 5043 Teaching English Through Literature SCLE 5053 Pedagogical Grammar SCLE 5113 Phonetics and Phonology SCLE 5133 Morphology and Syntax SCLE 5163 Language Assessment SCLE 5213 Semantics SCLE 5223 Psycholinguistics SCLE 5233 Sociolinguistics SCLE 5243 Discourse Analysis PROJECT PAPER (6 CREDIT HOURS) SCLZ 6996 Project Paper
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(B) Coursework and Dissertation In order to be conferred the Master in Applied Linguistics by coursework and dissertation, students must complete at least 19 credit hours of coursework and 21 credit hours of dissertation. The programme structure is as follows: CORE COURSES (16 CREDIT HOURS) SCLE 5124 Modern English Linguistics SCLE 5144 Second Language Acquisition SCLE 5154 Methods of Teaching English SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology ELECTIVE COURSES (3 CREDIT HOURS) Choose any 1 course from the courses listed below: SCLE 5013 Materials Selection and Development SCLE 5213 Semantics SCLE 5233 Sociolinguistics DISSERTATION (21 CREDIT HOURS) SCLZ 69921 Dissertation Students are also required to: i. ii. iii. Present and defend proposed research/dissertation to a committee; Attend a viva session to defend the dissertation; and Submit a dissertation of at least 20 000 words.
(C) Research Students are required to: i. ii. iii. iv. Present and defend proposed research to a committee; Present progress reports of research work at colloquiums arranged by the Graduate School or College; Attend a viva session to defend the thesis; and Submit a final thesis.
Students without sufficient research skills and knowledge are required to attend and pass the following courses with at least B grade before being allowed to defend their proposal (i.e. within the first two semesters of their enrollment): i. ii. iii. SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology; SCLE 6014 Academic Writing; and/or Any other course as determined by the supervisor or Academic Committee.
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MASTER OF EDUCATION
SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Applicants for Master of Education Specialization in Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Psychology, and Instructional Technology must posses the following: i. A Bachelors degree with honours from any institutions of higher learning recognised by the University Senate with a CGPA of at least 2.75; or A Bachelors degree with honours from any institutions of higher learning recognised by the University Senate with a CGPA of at least 2.50 and three (3) years of teaching experience; or
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iii. Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the University Senate; and iv. A professional qualification (i.e. holding a diploma or certificate in education).
Applicants for Master of Education specialization in English Language Teaching must posses the following: a) Local Applicant i. ii. A Bachelors degree with honours in TESL/TESOL/TEFL/Linguistics/English Language or any other related field from any institutions of higher learning recognised by the University Senate; or A Bachelors degree with honours with at least 3 years of teaching experience in English Language; or
iii. Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the University Senate; and iv. A professional qualification (i.e. holding a diploma or certificate in education). *note: candidates who do not meet the above minimum requirement can be interviewed by the School. b) International Applicant i. A Bachelors degree with honours in TESL/TESOL/TEFL/Linguistics/English Language or any other related field from any institutions of higher learning recognised by the University Senate; or
ii. Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the University Senate; and iii. Fulfill the English Language requirementss with the following score of: 575 in TOEFL; or 6.5 in IELTS Students without professional qualification are required to attend and pass the following pre-requisite courses with at least B grade before being allowed to proceed with the Master of Education courses. i. SGDF 1013 ii. SGDG 1023 iii. SGDY 2033 History and Philosophy of Education Educational Sociology Educational Psychology
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE The Master of Education (MEd.) is offered in three (3) structures (coursework, coursework and dissertation, and full research) with four specializations.
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(A) Coursework Component Core courses Research Specialization (Elective) Project Paper Total credit hours English Language Teaching (ELT) 9 credit hours 7 credit hours 18 credit hours 6 credit hours 40 credit hours Educational Psychology (EP) 9 credit hours 7 credit hours 18 credit hours 6 credit hours 40 credit hours Instructional Technology (IT) 9 credit hours 7 credit hours 20 credit hours 6 credit hours 42 credit hours Curriculum & Instruction (C&I) 9 credit hours 7 credit hours 20 credit hours 6 credit hours 42 credit hours
CORE COURSE (9 CREDIT HOURS) SGDC 5013 Curriculum And Pedagogy SGDT 5013 ICT In Education SGDY 5063 Educational And Psychological Measurement And Evaluation RESEARCH COMPONENT (7 CREDIT HOURS) SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology SGDP 5053 Statistics In Education (for MEd. in IT and EP) ; OR SGDP 6033 Qualitative Research In Education (For Med. in C&I and ELT) SPECIALIZATION (A) ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING (18 CREDIT HOURS) SGDB 5013 Fundamentals Of ELT SGDB 5023 Second Language Acquisition SGDB 5053 Context And Culture In Language Teaching SGDB 5063 ELT Curriculum Design And Development SGDB 5073 Teaching English To Young Learners SGDB 6013 ELT Professional Concerns Seminar (B) EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (18 CREDIT HOURS) SGDP 6033 Qualitative Research In Education SGDY 5013 Human Lifespan Development SGDY 5023 Human Learning SGDY 5033 Human Motivation SGDY 5043 Learning And Individual Differences SGDY 5053 Adolescent Development; OR SGDY 5073 Socio-Cultural Theory And Learning; OR SGDP 6023 Survey Research In Education (C) INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY (20 CREDIT HOURS) SGDT 5014 Multimedia For Education And Training SGDT 5023 Fundamentals Of Instructional Technology SGDT 5024 Web Development For Instruction SGDT 5033 Instructional Design SGDT 5083 Graphic Design And Development In Education SGDT 6023 Instructional Technology Planning, Management And Research (D) CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION (20 CREDIT HOURS) SGDC 5023 Evaluation Of Teaching SGDC 5034 Models Of Instruction SGDC 5043 Curriculum Design And Development SGDC 5053 SchoolBased Curriculum Development SGDC 5063 Curriculum Leadership And Management SGDC 6044 Curriculum Studies PROJECT PAPER (6 CREDIT HOURS) SGDZ6996 Project Paper
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(B) Coursework and Dissertation Component Core/Research Specialization (Elective) Project Paper Total credit hours English Language Teaching (ELT) 7 credit hours 12 credit hours 21 credit hours 40 credit hours Educational Psychology (EP) 7 credit hours 12 credit hours 21 credit hours 40 credit hours Instructional Technology (IT) 7 credit hours 14 credit hours 21 credit hours 42 credit hours Curriculum & Instruction (C&I) 7 credit hours 14 credit hours 21 credit hours 42 credit hours
CORE/RESEARCH (7 CREDIT HOURS) SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology SGDP 5053 Statistics In Education (for MEd. in IT and EP) ; OR SGDP 6033 Qualitative Research In Education (For Med. in C&I and ELT) SPECIALIZATION (A) ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING (12 CREDIT HOURS) SGDB 5013 Fundamentals Of ELT SGDB 5023 Second Language Acquisition SGDB 5053 Context And Culture In Language Teaching SGDB 6013 ELT Professional Concerns Seminar (B) EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY (12 CREDIT HOURS) SGDP 5033 Qualitative Research In Education SGDY 5023 Human Learning SGDY 5033 Human Motivation SGDY 5043 Learning And Individual Differences; OR SGDP 6023 Survey Research In Education; OR SGDY 5053 Adolescent Development; OR SGDY 5073 Socio-Cultural Theory And Learning; OR SGDY 5013 Human Lifespan Development (C) INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY (14 CREDIT HOURS) SGDT 5014 Multimedia For Education And Training SGDT 5033 Instructional Design SGDT 6014 Instructional Technology Assessment And Evaluation SGDT 6023 Instructional Technology Planning, Management And Research (D) CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION (14 CREDIT HOURS) SGDC 5034 Models Of Instruction SGDC 5043 Curriculum Design And Development SGDC 6044 Curriculum Studies SGDC 5023 Evaluation Of Teaching; OR SGDC 5053 School Based Curriculum Development; OR SGDC 5063 Curriculum Leadership And Management DISSERTATION (21 CREDIT HOURS) SGDZ 69921 Dissertation
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MASTER OF SCIENCE (EDUCATIONAL MANAGEMENT)
SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Applicants for the Master of Science (Educational Management) must posses the following: i. ii. iii. iv. A Bachelors degree with honours or equivalent qualification from any institution of higher learning recognised by the University Senate with a CGPA of at least 2.75; or A Bachelors degree with honours or equivalent qualification from any institution of higher learning recognised by the University Senate with a CGPA of at least 2.50 and 3 years of teaching experience; or Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the University Senate; and Professional qualification (i.e. diploma or certificate in Education).
Students without professional qualification are required to attend and pass the following pre-requisite courses with at least B grade before being allowed to proceed with the Master of Science (Educational Management) courses: i. ii. iii. SGDF 1013 SGDG 1023 SGDY 2033 History and Philosophy of Education Educational Sociology Educational Psychology
*note: International applicants must fulfill the English Language requirements.
PROGRAM STRUCTURE The Master of Science (Educational Management) is offered in three (3) structures, (i.e. by coursework, coursework and dissertation, and full research). (A) Coursework Students have to fulfill at least 42 credit hours, which comprise of: CORE COURSE (11 CREDIT HOURS) SGDU 5024 Leadership in Education SGDU 5063 Human Resources Development in Education SGDU 5074 Strategic Management in Education RESEARCH COMPONENT (7 CREDIT HOURS) SGDP 5053 Statistic in Education SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology SPECIALIZATION COURSE (12 CREDIT HOURS) SGDU 5033 School Management and Supervision SGDU 6063 Legal Aspect in Educational Management SGDU 6073 Quality Management in Education SGDU 6083 Financial and Physical Management in Education ELECTIVE COURSE (6 CREDIT HOURS) Choose 2 courses from the courses listed below or any courses offered under Educational Studies: SGDG 5013 SGDG 6023 SGDU 5083 SGDU 6033 Schools and Society Seminar on Contemporary Issues in Educational Management Creativity in Management for Effective School Organizational Behaviour in Education
PROJECT PAPER (6 CREDIT HOURS) SGDZ 6996 Project Paper
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(B) Coursework and Dissertation In order to be conferred the Master of Science (Educational Management) by coursework and dissertation, students have to fulfill 21 credit hours of coursework and 21 credit hours of dissertation. The programme structure is as follows: CORE COURSE (11 CREDIT HOURS) SGDU 5024 Leadership in Education SGDU 5063 Human Resources Development in Education SGDU 5074 Strategic Management in Education RESEARCH COMPONENT (7 CREDIT HOURS) SGDP 5053 Statistic in Education SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology SPECIALIZATION/ELECTIVE COURSE (3 CREDIT HOURS) Choose only 1 course from the courses listed below: SGDU 5033 SGDU 6063 SGDU 6073 SGDU 6083 School Management and Supervision Legal Aspect in Educational Management Quality Management in Education Financial and Physical Management in Education
DISSERTATION (21 CREDIT HOURS) SGDZ 69921 Dissertation
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MASTER OF SCIENCE (PRINCIPALSHIP)
SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Applicants for the Master of Science (Principalship) must posses the following: i. ii. iii. iv. A Bachelors degree with honours or equivalent qualification from any institution of higher learning recognised by the University Senate with a CGPA of at least 2.75 and 5 years of teaching experience; or A Bachelors degree with honours or equivalent qualification from any institution of higher learning recognised by the University Senate with at least 7 years of teaching experience; or Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the University Senate; and Professional qualification (i.e. diploma or certificate in Education).
Students without professional qualification are required to attend and pass the following pre-requisite courses with at least B grade before being allowed to proceed with the Master of Science (Pricipalship) courses: i. ii. iii. SGDF 1013 SGDG 1023 SGDY 2033 History and Philosophy of Education Educational Sociology Educational Psychology
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE (A) Coursework Students have to fulfill at least 42 credit hours which comprise of: CORE COURSE (11 CREDIT HOURS) SGDU 5024 Leadership in Education SGDU 5063 Human Resource Development in Education SGDU 5074 Strategic Management in Education RESEARCH COMPONENT (7 CREDIT HOURS) SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology SGDP 5053 Statistics in Education SPECIALIZATION COURSE (12 CREDIT HOURS) SGDU 5013 Instructional Leadership and Supervision SGDU 5053 Principalship and School Management SGDU 5083 Creativity in Management for Effective Schools SGDU 5113 Governance and Administration of Schools ELECTIVE COURSE (6 CREDIT HOURS) Choose any 2 courses from the courses listed below: SGDG 6023 SGDU 6033 SGDU 6093 Seminar on Contemporary Issues in Educational Management Organizational Behaviour in Education Quality Management in Education
PROJECT PAPER (6 CREDIT HOURS) SGDZ 6996 Project Paper
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(B) Research Students are required to: i. ii. iii. iv. Present and defend proposed research to a committee; Present progress reports of research work at colloquiums arranged by the Graduate School or College; Attend a viva session to defend the thesis; and Submit a final thesis.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE (DECISION SCIENCE)
SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Applicants for Master of Science (Decision Science) must possess the following: i. A Bachelors degree from any institution of higher learning recognised by the University Senate in the field of science, computer science, information technology, engineering or any other related field with: a. A CGPA of at least 2.75; or b. A CGPA of less than 2.75 and at least one (1) year working experience in the related field. OR ii. Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the University Senate.
*note: international applicants must fulfill the English Language requirements.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE (A) Coursework and Dissertation Students have to fulfill 40 credit hours which comprise of 20 credit hours of coursework and 20 credit hours of dissertation as follows: CORE COURSE (20 CREDIT HOURS) SQIT 5013 Business Programming Using Visual Tools SQIT 5023 Decision Support System SQQP 5043 Simulation for Decision Making SQQP 6014 Operation Research SQQP 6023 Heuristic Techniques for Combinatorial Optimization Problems SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology DISSERTATION (20 CREDIT HOURS) SQQP 69920 Dissertation
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MASTER OF SCIENCE (INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY)
SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Applicants for Master of Science (Information Technology) must possess the following: i. A Bachelors degree in Information Technology or Computer Science or any other related field with: a. a CGPA of at least 2.50; or b. A CGPA of less than 2.50 and at least 3 years of work experience in Information Technology or Computer Science or related field; OR A Bachelors degree with honours in a field of other than information technology or computer science with work experience in planning, development, operation and maintenance of information system or information technology of not less than 3 years; OR A diploma in information technology, computer science or nay other related field with a work experience of at least 5 years; OR Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the University Senate.
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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE (A) Coursework The Master of Science (Information Technology) by coursework is 42 credit hours which comprise of: CORE COURSE (24 CREDIT HOURS) STID 5014 Advanced Database Design STIJ 5014 Distributed System STIN 5014 Artificial Intelligence STIW 5014 Advanced System Analysis and Design STIW 5024 Advanced Programming SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology ELECTIVE COURSE (12 CREDIT HOURS) Choose 3 courses from any one of the specialization listed below or any other courses approved by the College: A) INFORMATION MANAGEMENT STID 6014 IT Policy and Strategy STID 6024 Decision Support System STID 6034 E-Government & Managing ICT in Public Sector STID 6044 Managing Knowledge in a Changing World STID 6054 Seminar in Information Technology B) NETWORK AND COMMUNICATION STIJ 6014 Network Security STIJ 6024 Information Security STIJ 6034 Network Management STIJ 6044 Mobile Internet Programming STIJ 6054 Computer Forensic STIK 6014 Network Architecture and Design C) ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE STIN 6034 Intelligent Agent Development STIN 6044 Intelligent Database STIN 6054 Web Based Intelligent System STIN 6064 Natural Language Computing STIN 6074 Fuzzy Logic STIN 6084 Genetic Algorithms
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D) SOFTWARE ENGINEERING STIJ 6044 Mobile Internet Programming STIV 5014 Interaction Design STIV 6014 Usability Engineering STIW 6014 Requirements Engineering STIW 6024 Measuring Software Quality E) MULTIMEDIA STIJ 6044 Mobile Internet Programming STIV 5014 Interaction Design STIV 6014 Usability Engineering STIV 6024 Virtual Reality STIV 6034 Video Production Technique PROJECT PAPER (6 CREDIT HOURS) STIZ 6996 Project Paper
(B) Coursework and Dissertation The Master of Science (Information Technology) by coursework and dissertation is 40 credit hours, which comprise of: CORE COURSE (16 CREDIT HOURS) STID 5014 Advanced Database Design STIJ 5014 Distributed System STIW 5014 Advanced System Analysis and Design SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology ELECTIVE COURSE (4 CREDIT HOURS) Choose 1 course from the courses listed below or any other course approved by the College: STID 6054 STIJ 6024 STIN 5014 STIV 5014 STIV 6014 STIW 6024 Seminar in Information Technology Information Security Artificial Intelligence Interaction Design Usability Engineering Measuring Software Quality
DISSERTATION (20 CREDIT HOURS) STIZ 69920 Dissertation
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MASTER OF SCIENCE (INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY)
SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Applicants for Master of Science (Information and Communication Technology) must posses the following: i. A Bachelors degree with honours in the field of other than information technology or computer science with: a. a CGPA of at least 2.50; or b. a CGPA of less than 2.50 and work experience of at least 3 years; OR a diploma in the field of other than information technology or computer science with at least 5 years of work experience; OR any other equivalent qualification recognised by the University Senate.
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*note: International applicants must fulfill the English Language requirements. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE The Master of Science (Information and Communication Technology) is offered by coursework. Students are required to complete at least 42 credit hours, which comprise of the following: CORE COURSE (24 CREDIT HOURS) STIA 5014 Principles and Techniques in Programming STID 5024 Database Application Development STIW 5034 Information System Development STIJ 5024 Internet Technology STIK 5014 Computer Systems and Networks SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology ELECTIVE COURSE (12 CREDIT HOURS) Choose any 3 courses from any one of the specialization listed below or any other courses approved by the College: A) INFORMATION MANAGEMENT STID 6014 IT Policy and Strategy STID 6024 Decision Support System STID 6034 E-Government & Managing ICT in Public Sector STID 6044 Managing Knowledge in a Changing World STID 6054 Seminar in Information Technology B) NETWORK AND COMMUNICATION STIJ 6014 Network Security STIJ 6024 Information Security STIJ 6034 Network Management STIJ 6044 Mobile Internet Programming STIJ 6054 Computer Forensic STIK 6014 Network Architecture and Design C) ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE STIN 6034 Intelligent Agent Development STIN 6044 Intelligent Database STIN 6054 Web based Intelligent System STIN 6064 Natural Language Computing STIN 6074 Fuzzy Logic STIN 6084 Genetic Algorithms
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D) SOFTWARE ENGINEERING STIV 5014 Interaction Design STIW 6014 Requirements Engineering STIW 6024 Measuring Software Engineering STIV 6014 Usability Engineering STIJ 6044 Mobile Internet Programming E) MULTIMEDIA STIV 5014 Interaction Design STIV 6024 Virtual Reality STIV 6014 Usability Engineering STIV 6034 Video Production Technique STIJ 6044 Mobile Internet Programming PROJECT PAPER (6 CREDIT HOURS) STIZ 6996 Project Paper
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MASTER OF SCIENCE (INTELLIGENT SYSTEM)
SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Applicants for Master of Science (Intelligent System) must posses the following: i. A Bachelors degree with honours in information technology or computer science or any other related field with: a. A CGPA of at least 2.50; or b. A CGPA of less than 2.50 and 3 years of work experience; OR A Bachelors degree with honours in a field of other than information technology or computer science with work experience in planning, development, operation and maintenance of information system or information technology of not less than 3 years; OR A diploma in information technology or computer science or any other related field with at least 5 years of work experience; OR Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the University Senate.
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*note: international applicants must also fulfill the English Language requirements. PROGRAMME STRUCTURE (A) Coursework and Dissertation The Master of Science (Intelligent System) by coursework and dissertation is 40 credit hours which comprise of the following courses: CORE COURSE (16 CREDIT HOURS) STIN 5014 Artificial Intelligence STIN 5024 Data Mining STIN 5034 Neural Networks SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology ELECTIVE COURSE (4 CREDIT HOURS) Choose any one (1) course from the courses listed below or any other courses approved by the College: STIN 6014 STIN 6024 STIN 6034 STIN 6044 STIN 6054 STIN 6064 STIN 6074 STIN 6084 STIN 6094 Artificial Intelligence Programming Language Expert System Intelligent Agent Development Intelligent Database Web-based Intelligent Systems Natural language Computing Fuzzy Logic Generic Algorithm Swarm Computing
DISSERTATION (20 CREDIT HOURS) STIZ 69920 Dissertation
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MASTER OF SCIENCE (TECHNOPRENEURSHIP)
SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Applicants for Master of Science (Technopreneurship) must be a Malaysian citizen with age of within 22 40 years old and must possess the following: i. ii. iii. a Bachelors degree in information technology, computer science or any other related field with a CGPA of least 3.00; OR a Bachelors degree in information technology, computer science or any other related field with a CGPA of 2.50 2.99 and work experience of at least 2 years; OR a Bachelors degree in information technology, computer science or any other related field with a CGPA of 2.00 2.49 and approved by the Selection Committee based on business idea that innovative and potential to be commercialized; OR a diploma holder with a minimum of age 35 years old and relevant work experience; AND pass an interview session and test that is conducted by Selection Committee.
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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE In order to be conferred the degree of Master of Science (Technopreneurship), students must: i. ii. iii. iv. v. enroll and pass all modules for Technopreneurship programme; produce one prototype product or service based on IT research that potential to be marketed and submit a thesis which contains full report of research process and the prototype development; produce a complete business plan; set up a company by private or partnership; AND fulfill one of the following requirements: a. get a grant at least RM50,000.00 from any agency such as MARA, CRADLE, MAVCAP, MTDC, MDV, MDeC (Preseed Fund), and MeCD; OR b. Produce sales of at least RM50,000.00 for product or IT services that was developed as in the article ii above.
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MASTER OF ARTS (CONTEMPORARY MALAY LANGUAGE STUDIES)
SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Applicants for Master of Arts (Contemporary Malay Language Studies) must posses the following: i. ii. A Bachelors degree with honours in a field of Malay language, linguistics and literature or any other related field with a CGPA of at least 2.75; OR A Bachelors degree with honours in a field of Malay language, linguistics and literature or any other related field with a CGPA of less than 2.75 and 3 years of work experience in a field of languages, education or any other related field; OR A Bachelors degree with honours in a field of other than Malay language, linguistics and literature with a work experience of not less than 3 years; OR A diploma in Malay language, linguistics and literature or any other related field with a work experience of at least 5 years; OR Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the University Senate; AND International applicants must pass an interview (to assess the level of Malay language proficiency), conducted by the College/School.
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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE (A) Coursework The Master of Arts (Contemporary Malay Language Studies) by coursework is 42 credit hours, which comprise of the following structure: CORE COURSE (27 CREDIT HOURS) SCLM 5013 Bahasa dan Masyarakat SCLM 5023 Bahasa dan Minda SCLM 5043 Analisis Wacana SCLM 5073 Linguistik Terapan SCLM 5083 Isu-isu Bahasa Melayu SCLM 5123 Bahasa dan Komunikasi SCLM 5133 Bahasa dan Pemikiran Kesusasteraan Melayu SCLM 5163 Kajian Semantik SCLM 5173 Kajian Morfologi dan Sintaksis ELECTIVE COURSE (9 CREDIT HOURS) Choose any 3 courses from the courses listed below: SCLM 5093 SCLM 5103 SCLM 5113 SCLM 5143 SCLN 5153 Kaedah Pengajaran Bahasa Melayu Pengujian dan Penilaian Bahasa Melayu Kajian Terjemahan Sastera untuk Kanak-kanak dan Remaja Linguistic Kritis dan Penilaian Teks
PROJECT PAPER (6 CREDIT HOURS) SCLM 6996 Project Paper
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(B) Coursework and Dissertation The Master of Arts (Contemporary Malay Language Studies) by coursework and dissertation is 41 credit hours, which comprise of the following structure:
CORE COURSE (12 CREDIT HOURS) SCLM 5043 Analisis Wacana SCLM 5073 Linguistik Terapan SCLM 5163 Kajian Semantik SCLM 5173 Kajian Morfologi dan Sintaksis RESEARCH COMPONENT (8 CREDIT HOURS) SCLE 6014 Academic Writing SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology DISSERTATION (21 CREDIT HOURS) SCLM 69921 Dissertation (C) Research Students are required to: i. ii. iii. iv. Present and defend proposed research to a committee; Present progress reports of research work at colloquiums arranged by the Graduate School or College; Attend a viva session to defend the thesis; and Submit a final thesis.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE (MANAGERIAL COMMUNICATION)
SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Applicant for Master of Science (Managerial Communication) must posses: i. A Bachelors degree with honours in communication or any other related field with a CGPA of at least 2.75, or if less than that, applicant must have at least 3 years of work experience in communication or other related field; OR A Bachelors degree with honours in a field of other than communication with a work experience of at least 3 years; OR A diploma in communication or any other related field with a work experience of at least 10 years and minimum age of 35 years old; AND International applicants must fulfill the English Language requirements.
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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE (A) Coursework The Master of Science (Managerial Communication) by coursework is 43 credit hours which comprise of: CORE COURSE (16 CREDIT HOURS) SCCG 5113 Managerial Communication SCCG 5123 Advanced Communication Theory SCCG 5153 Quantitative Applications in Communication Research SCCG 5163 Qualitative Applications in Communication Research SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology MANAGERIAL COMPONENT (15 CREDIT HOURS) SCCG 5213 Perspective of Human Communication in organizations SCCG 5223 Diversity and Communication in Workgroup SCCG 5233 Theories and Strategies in Persuasion SCCG 5243 Communication and Global Working Environment SCCG 5253 Corporate Communication ELECTIVE COURSE/ APPLICATION COMPONENT (6 CREDIT HOURS) Choose any 2 courses from one of the following component: A) ORGANIZATION SCCG 5313 Communication and Information Technology SCCG 5333 Organizational Image Management SCCG 5343 New Media Management SCCG 5543 Seminar of Managerial Communication B) MEDIA MANAGEMENT SCCG 5413 Media Organization Management SCCG 5423 Media Ethics and Law SCCG 5433 Broadcast Journalism SCCG 5453 Seminar in Media and Journalism PROJECT PAPER (6 CREDIT HOURS) SCCZ 6996 Project Paper
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(B) Coursework and Dissertation The Master of Science (Managerial Communication) by coursework and dissertation is 40 credit hours which comprise of: CORE COURSE (10 CREDIT HOURS) SCCG 5113 Managerial Communication SCCG 5123 Advanced Communication Theory SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology ELECTIVE COURSE/ MANAGERIAL COMPONENT (9 CREDIT HOURS) Choose any 3 courses from the courses listed below: SCCG 5213 SCCG 5223 SCCG 5233 SCCG 5243 SCCG 5253 Perspective of Human Communication in organizations Diversity and Communication in Workgroup Theories and Strategies in Persuasion Communication and Global Working Environment Corporate Communication
DISSERTATION (21 CREDIT HOURS) SCCZ 69921 Dissertation
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MASTER OF SCIENCE (COUNSELLING) SPECIFIC ADMISSION REQUIREMENT Applicants for Master of Science (Counselling) must fulfill the following criteria for admission: i. A Bachelors degree with honours in Counselling from UUM or any other universities recognised by the University Senate with a CGPA of at least 2.75 and work experience as a counselor for at least one (1) year; OR A Bachelors degree with honours from UUM or any other universities recognised by the University Senate with a work experience as a counsellor for at least two (2) year; OR A Bachelors degree with honours from UUM or any other universities recognised by the University Senate with a work experience as a counsellor for at least five (5) years; AND Pass an interview and/or a psychology test. International applicants must fulfill the English Language requirements.
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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE (A) Coursework The Master of Science (Counselling) is 52 credit hours which comprise of the following structure: RESEARCH METHODS AND APPLIED STATISTIC COMPONENT (7 CREDIT HOURS) SSMQ 5033 Applied Statistic and Computer Application SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology THEORY OF COUNSELLING, PSYCHOTHERAPY, PERSONALITY AND CAREER (30 CREDITS) SSKC 5113 Theory and Practice of Individual Counselling SSKC 5123 Theory and Practice of Group Counselling SSKC 5133 Theory and Practice of Family and Marriage Counselling SSKC 5213 Applied Career Counselling SSKC 5223 Contemporary Career Seminar SSKC 5303 Counselling Ethics and Counselor Act 1998 (Act 580) SSYM 5223 The Psychology of the Adolescence and the Adult SSYP 5113 Psychological Testing and Assessment SSYP 5313 Theories of Personality and Psychotherapy SSYS 5313 Applied Social Psychology RESEARCH PROJECT (6 CREDIT HOURS) SSKZ 6996 Project Paper PRACTICUM AND INTERNSHIP (9 CREDIT HOURS) SSKX 5983 Counselling Practicum SSKX 5996 Internship (B) Research Students are required to: i. ii. iii. iv. Present and defend proposed research to a committee; Present progress reports of research work at colloquiums arranged by the Graduate School or College; Attend a viva session to defend the thesis; and Submit a final thesis.
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MASTERS PROGRAMME BY FULL RESEARCH
PROGRAMMES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Master of Science (Mathematics) Master of Science (Statistics) Master of Arts (Communication) Master of Arts (Psychology) Master of Arts (Social Work) Master of Arts (Islamic Studies) Master of Arts (History)
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE The above programmes are offered by full research. Students are required to: 1. attend and pass the following courses (if necessary) with at least B grade: a. SZRZ 6014 Research Methodology; b. SCLE 6014 Academic Writing; and/or c. Any other course as determined by the supervisor or Academic Committee Present and defend proposed research to a committee; Present progress reports of research work at colloquiums arranged by the Graduate School or College; Attend a viva session to defend the thesis; and Submit a final thesis.
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