Master in Computing

Master in Computing

Beyond Using Technology. Become the Mind That Advances It.

The technology industry does not just need people who can use tools. It needs people who can build better ones. The Master in Computing is a research-based postgraduate programme that develops your capacity to generate original knowledge, solve complex computing challenges, and position yourself among the most credible technology professionals in your field.

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Programme Key Facts

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    2 to 3 Years / 4 to 6 Years

    Full-Time / Part-Time

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    UNIMY

    Award

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    January, May and September

    Intakes

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    Thesis & Viva Voce

    With Compulsory University Core Courses

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    Accreditation

    R/0613/7/0042 (FA9387) 2/28

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Future Careers

Advanced expertise. Exceptional opportunities.

  • Software Engineer

  • Forward Deployed Engineer

  • QA Automation Engineer

  • Full Stack Developer

  • Cloud Solutions Architect

  • DevOps Engineer

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Why This Programme Matters

The Master in Computing is research-based by design. Rather than following a fixed set of taught modules, you develop deep expertise in a chosen area of computing through guided independent research. This is the approach that produces professionals who do not just execute — they innovate.

You will be supervised by experienced academics and active researchers across AI, cybersecurity, data science, IoT, and software engineering. Your research is anchored in UNIMY's specialised computing focus, with direct access to industry partnerships and real-world data environments that give your work genuine applicability beyond the university.

  • Malaysia's MyDIGITAL blueprint targets 500,000 digital economy jobs and 30,000 data professionals — demand that postgraduate research talent is uniquely positioned to fill at the senior level
  • PwC's 2025 Global AI Jobs Barometer reports 103% year-on-year growth in AI and data talent demand — the fastest-growing segment of the technology job market
  • Less than 5% of Malaysia's technology workforce holds a postgraduate qualification, making Master's graduates rare and highly competitive in the hiring market
  • The global AI market is projected to reach USD 1.85 trillion by 2030, creating sustained demand for professionals with research-level depth in intelligent systems
Why This Programme Matters

Research Focus Areas

  • AI & Intelligent Systems
  • Data Science & Big Data Analytics
  • Human-Machine Interaction
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AI-Native Learning Experience

Research with AI. Discover with AI. Publish with AI.

Research and AI are inseparable in modern computing. Whether your focus is data systems, cybersecurity, intelligent machines, or software architecture, AI methodologies and AI tools will be central to how you conduct your research. At UNIMY, postgraduate candidates work within an institution that has embedded AI into its entire academic identity — not as a marketing claim but as an operational reality.

  • Research Infrastructure

    Access to advanced computing labs, cybersecurity environments, networking facilities, and smart research classrooms equipped to support postgraduate research across all UNIMY computing disciplines.

  • Expert Supervision

    Mentored by experienced academics and industry practitioners who bring research depth, applied expertise, and professional networks to your supervisory relationship.

  • Industry-Connected Research

    UNIMY's strong industry partnerships provide opportunities to connect research with live challenges, real data, and working organisations across Malaysia and internationally.

  • International Academic Network

    UNIMY's collaborations with universities across Indonesia, China, Mauritius, and beyond create opportunities for co-supervision, joint research, and international academic engagement.

  • Flexible Study Mode

    Full-time and part-time options mean working professionals can pursue postgraduate research without stepping away from their careers.

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Industry Connections & Credentials

Research that connects. Knowledge that applies.

Industry Partners

Postgraduate research at UNIMY is not conducted in isolation. The institution's active industry partnerships create direct opportunities for candidates to align their research with live industry challenges and access real data environments that would otherwise be unavailable in an academic setting.

UNIMY's Tech Talk series has brought technology leaders from Google Cloud, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Malaysia, MDEC, and Celcom Digi directly onto campus, giving postgraduate candidates access to practitioners working on challenges aligned with their research.

Technology and Infrastructure

  • Microsoft
  • AWS
  • Alibaba Cloud
  • Dell Technologies
  • Favoriot
  • Qwork
  • Infoline

National and Digital Economy

  • MIMOS
  • Censof
  • Cyberview
  • CyberSecurity Malaysia
  • TalentCorp
  • Ministry of Human Resources
  • MDEC

Earn Microcredentials from the World's Best Universities & Global Tech Giants

  • Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
  • IBM Applied AI Professional Certificate
  • IBM Data Science Professional Certificate
  • AWS Cloud Practitioner
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Career Outcomes

Progression Pathways

Our graduates are among the most sought-after technology professionals in Malaysia and the region.

The Master in Computing opens doors at the senior level — in research institutes, technology leadership roles, government advisory positions, and high-growth startups. Graduates can progress directly into the Doctor of Philosophy in Computing at UNIMY, continuing their research journey at the highest academic level.

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Student Experience

Postgraduate study is defined by the quality of your research environment, your supervisory relationship, and the intellectual community around you. At UNIMY, all three are built around computing.

  • Advanced Research Labs

    Advanced Research Labs

    Modern computing labs, networking facilities, cybersecurity tools & smart research environments available throughout your programme.

  • Research Community

    Research Community

    Fellow postgraduate candidates, research faculty & visiting scholars creating the intellectual environment that serious research requires.

  • Industry Connections

    Industry Connections

    Direct access to UNIMY's industry partner network for research collaboration, real data access & professional connections that extend your research impact.

  • International Network

    International Network

    Partnerships with universities across Southeast Asia, China & beyond for collaborative research and international academic engagement.

  • Campus Life

    Campus Life

    Esports, wellness facilities & a campus culture built around curiosity, ambition & people who want to advance what's possible.

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Entry Requirements

To be eligible for the Master in Computing, applicants must meet one of the following:

Option 1 — Bachelor's Degree
  • A Bachelor's degree (Level 6, MQF) in Computing or a related field with a minimum CGPA of 2.75; OR
  • A Bachelor's degree in Computing or a related field with a CGPA between 2.50 and 2.74, subject to a rigorous internal assessment; OR
  • A Bachelor's degree in a non-Computing field with a minimum CGPA of 2.75 and at least five years of relevant working experience in Computing, subject to prerequisite courses as determined by UNIMY.
Option 2 — Direct PhD Pathway
  • A First-Class Bachelor's degree (CGPA 3.67 or higher) in Computing or a related field may be considered for direct entry, subject to internal assessment and Senate approval.
English Requirements
  • Minimum MUET Band 4 or equivalent (CEFR Mid B2).
  • Applicants who do not meet this requirement may be required to undertake English proficiency support courses.
Assessment Structure
  • Compulsory Course — Research Methodology and Academic Writing. Covers research philosophies, qualitative and quantitative methods, experimental design, AI-driven data analysis, ethical considerations, academic writing, and thesis structure.
  • Research Thesis — Independent original research leading to a Master's thesis, assessed through research progress reviews, proposal defence, seminar presentation, thesis examination, and Viva Voce.
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Scholarships & Financing

UNIMY is committed to making postgraduate education accessible. A range of scholarships, bursaries, and financial aid options are available through the admissions team and UNIMY's financial aid channels.

  • Merit-Based Scholarships
  • DHM Bursary
  • PTPTN & Government Loan Schemes
  • EPF Withdrawal Scheme
  • 0% Credit Card Instalment & Flexible Monthly Payment Plans
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