Master of Science Program in Digital and Information Technology
Most countries are entering the digital economy era in which digital and information technology have an impact on the operation of other industries. The current situation requires development and improvement in many areas for achievement. In response to this, the Master of Science Program in Digital and Information Technology can coach graduates who are ready to provide digital and information technology services to be ready to work in both the public and private sectors with modern knowledge, research skills, ethics, and the ability to apply them in organizations’ operations and social development.
Program Overview:
The program provides knowledge and crucial skills in response to the rapid development of digital and information technology innovation, and data and communication that may not have been necessary to study in the past. Digital and information technology have become essential fields of study since it plays a key role in daily life, such as artificial intelligence, information service, networking, cyber security, cloud computing, etc. The knowledge and skills from this science is essential for related industries such as medication design, bioinformatic, geographic information, forensic science, computational chemistry, and other fields.
Career Opportunity:
- Digital and information technology innovator
- Academic lecturer
- Software developer
- Systems architect
- Researcher in digital and information technology
- Digital tech entrepreneur
Program Structure
Plan 1 (Academic) Not less than 36 credits
Plan 2 (Professional) Not less than 36 credits
Plan 1 (Academic)
Compulsory courses 21 credits
Elective 3 credits
Thesis 12 credits
Total 36 credits
Plan 2 (Professional)
Compulsory courses 21 credits
Elective courses 9 credits
Independent Study 6 credits
Total 36 credits
*Comprehensive Examination is required for Plan 2 (Professional)
Admission Criteria
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, with a GPA of minimum 2.5/4.0 (or equivalent).
- Complete an entrance exam and sit for an admission interview, in order to be accepted to a Master’s degree program.
- Foundation courses may be required for students who do not pass the required sections.
Required Documents for Application
- Application form
- Bachelor’s degree and official transcripts
- Copy of passport
- Curriculum vitae (CV)/ Resume
- HSK score of level 5 or higher
Program Information
- DegreeMaster of Science (Digital and Information Technology)
- Credits36
- Program Duration2 Years
- LocationRama 9
- Language English and/or Chinese