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University Program: Master of Science in Informatics

Overview

The Master of Science in Informatics program at Qassim University is a crucial part of the university's commitment to academic excellence and the promotion of scientific research. The program aims to meet the Kingdom's needs for specialized competencies and to support national development by graduating qualified personnel with advanced technical skills.

Program Objectives

1. Provide students with the necessary knowledge to qualify them academically and practically in the field of informatics.
2. Offer skills necessary for the development of a career path for students in the field of informatics in government agencies and the corporate sector.
3. Develop students' research skills in dealing with problems in the field of informatics.
4. Develop students' effective communication skills, enabling them to engage in academic and professional organizations.
5. Provide an opportunity for holders of university degrees to obtain a master's degree and prepare them to complete their studies and obtain a Ph.D. in informatics.

Learning Outcomes

1. The ability to understand informatics theories and basics.
2. The ability to develop new knowledge acquired through innovative scientific research that contributes to the field of informatics.
3. The ability to communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
4. The ability to analyze complex problems and apply theories and related specialties in the field to identify solutions.
5. The ability to innovate, design, implement, and evaluate research and investigation processes in the field of informatics.
6. Possess skills in the effective use of modern technological and digital applications and information technology to create digital knowledge and solutions and meet various needs in the field of informatics.
7. The ability to work effectively as a member or leader of a team participating in appropriate activities in the field of informatics.

Program Tracks

1. Master of Science in Informatics

Career Opportunities

Career, research, and administrative opportunities in the following fields:

1. Databases and data warehouses
2. Data analyst
3. Information engineer
4. Systems analyst
5. Informatics scientist (health, biological, etc.)

Master of Science in Informatics Program Details

• Program Name: Master of Science in Informatics
• Code: MSI
• Version Number: 371
• Total Hours: 37
• Compulsory Hours: 28
• Elective Hours: 9

Compulsory Courses

Level One

Code	Name	Hours	Theory	Practical	Prerequisite	Classification
MSI 601	Algorithms and Program Design	3	3	0		University Requirements
CSC 606	Software Engineering and Knowledge Engineering	3	3	0		University Requirements
MSI 602	Advanced Object-Oriented Programming	3	3	0		University Requirements

Level Two

Code	Name	Hours	Theory	Practical	Prerequisite	Classification
MSI 611	Artificial Intelligence Concepts	3	3	0		University Requirements
MSI 612	Data Mining and Exploration	3	3	0		University Requirements

Level Three

Code	Name	Hours	Theory	Practical	Prerequisite	Classification
MSI 629	Advanced Databases	3	3	0		University Requirements
MSI 621	Research Methods	3	3	0		University Requirements
MSI 698	Research Project 1	1	1	0		University Requirements

Level Four

Code	Name	Hours	Theory	Practical	Prerequisite	Classification
MSI 699	Research Project 2	3	3	0		University Requirements
MSI 634	Data Retrieval	3	3	0		University Requirements

Elective Courses

Code	Name	Hours	Theory	Practical	Prerequisite	Classification
MSI 614	Human-Computer Interaction	3	3	0		University Requirements
MSI 613	Introduction to Bioinformatics	3	3	0		University Requirements
MSI 625	Information Technology for Automation	3	3	0		University Requirements
MSI 624	Bioinformatics Tools and Techniques	3	3	0		University Requirements
MSI 632	Health Informatics	3	3	0		University Requirements
MSI 636	Advanced Computer Drawing	3	3	0		University Requirements

Master of Science in Informatics - Thesis Track

• Program Name: Master of Science in Informatics
• Track Name: Master of Science in Informatics - Thesis Track
• Code: MSIR
• Version Number: 421
• Total Hours: 39
• Compulsory Hours: 33
• Elective Hours: 6

Compulsory Courses

Level One

Code	Name	Hours	Theory	Practical	Prerequisite	Classification
CSC 607	Software Engineering and Knowledge Engineering	3	3	0		Specialization Requirements
CSC 605	Advanced Object-Oriented Programming	3	3	0		Specialization Requirements
CSC 603	Algorithms and Program Design	3	3	0		Specialization Requirements

Level Two

Code	Name	Hours	Theory	Practical	Prerequisite	Classification
CSC 621	Research Methods	3	3	0		Specialization Requirements
CSC 615	Data Mining and Exploration	3	3	0		Specialization Requirements
CSC 611	Artificial Intelligence Concepts	3	3	0		Specialization Requirements

Level Three

Code	Name	Hours	Theory	Practical	Prerequisite	Classification
CSC 629	Advanced Databases	3	3	0		Specialization Requirements

Level Four

Code	Name	Hours	Theory	Practical	Prerequisite	Classification
CSC 696	Thesis	12	1	0		Specialization Requirements

Elective Courses

Code	Name	Hours	Theory	Practical	Prerequisite	Classification
CSC 623	Bioinformatics Tools and Techniques	3	3	0		Specialization Requirements
CSC 631	Health Informatics	3	3	0		Specialization Requirements
CSC 617	Human-Computer Interaction	3	3	0		Specialization Requirements
CSC 625	Information Technology for Automation	3	3	0		Specialization Requirements
CSC 637	Advanced Computer Drawing	3	3	0		Specialization Requirements
CSC 613	Introduction to Bioinformatics	3	3	0		Specialization Requirements

Admission Requirements

• Degree: Bachelor's degree in informatics or related fields.
• GPA: Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 5-point scale, 1.75 on a 4-point scale, or 70 on a 100-point scale.
• English Language Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS scores may be required.
• Admission Criteria: Academic record, research experience, and letters of recommendation.

Tuition Fees

• Fees: 40,000 SAR per year.

Duration

• Duration: 2 years.

Research Areas

• Areas: Artificial intelligence, data mining, software engineering, health informatics, and bioinformatics.

Program Structure

• Structure: The program consists of compulsory and elective courses, a research project or thesis, and a comprehensive examination.

Graduation Requirements

• Requirements: Completion of all compulsory and elective courses, a research project or thesis, and a comprehensive examination with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 5-point scale.