Master in Data Science (MCSD)

The master in data science is a coursework programme offered on a full-time basis at the utm main campus in johor bahru. The duration of study for the full-time programme is subjected to the student’s entry qualifications and lasts between one year to a maximum of four (4) years. 

• In our Master of Data Science program, candidates will not only learn to apply data science techniques but also gain deep insights into the underlying principles and methods. This comprehensive understanding empowers students to develop innovative solutions to emerging challenges in data science. Additionally, students will have the opportunity to tackle problems specific to various scientific disciplines, integrating domain knowledge with cutting-edge data analysis methods and tools.

Year 1: semester 1
Code Courses

• MCSD1113 Statistic for Data Science
• MCSD1013 Business Intelligence and Analytics
• MCSD1123 Big Data Management
• MCSD1043 Research Design and Analysis in Data Science
• MCSD1053 Supply Chain Analytic

Faculty’s Elective Courses (Choose 1)

• MCSD1123 Big Data Management
• MCSD1103 Data Visualization
• MCSD1133 Operational Research and Optimization
• MCSD1143 Supply Chain Analytic
• MCSD1153 Human Based Computing

Year 1: Semester 2
Code Course

• MCSD2123 Massive Data Mining and Streaming
• MCSD2213 Advanced Analytics for Data Science

Faculty’s Elective Courses (Choose 1)

• MCSD1123 Big Data Management
• MCSD1103 Data Visualization
• MCSD1133 Operational Research and Optimization
• MCSD1143 Supply Chain Analytic
• MCSD1153 Human Based Computing
• MCSD6215 Master Project I

Year 2: Semester 1
Code Courses

• MECSxx80 Dissertation III
• MCSD6227 Master Project II

Faculty’s Elective Courses (Choose 1)

• MCSD1123 Big Data Management
• MCSD1103 Data Visualization
• MCSD1133 Operational Research and Optimization
• MCSD1143 Supply Chain Analytic
• MCSD1153 Human Based Computing