PhD Computer Science & Engineering
PhD CSE
4 Years / BlendedAll UCU Study Centres (programme offered 70% online)Intakes: May & September
Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science and Engineering (PhD CSE) programme of Uganda Christian University is a research-oriented degree designed to train individuals whose research output will contribute new knowledge in broader body of computer science and engineering. This PhD CSE is designed to accommodate multidisciplinary scientists with the commitment, and desires to do research related to the three tracks, i.e., Computer Science, Data Engineering, and Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering.
Entry Requirements
- Masters degree in a STEM field (STEM = Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics)
Registration & Mode of Delivery
- Registration: All UCU Study Centres (programme offered 70% online).
- Mode of delivery: Blended (70% online).
1. Admission Requirement (PhD Computer Science Entry Requirements)
- The common regulations for the Doctorate degree as specified in the Uganda Christian University Statute shall be applicable.
- Open to holders of Masters degrees in STEM fields as determined by the National Council of Higher Education (NCHE) in Uganda; or any Masters degree with evidence of acquisition of sufficient advanced knowledge in computer science or engineering by virtue of research or related work.
- Applicants must submit a concept note of the proposed research project and demonstrate requisite knowledge necessary to successfully undertake the proposed research.
- International applicants’ academic documents should be validated by the Uganda National Examinations Board (UNEB) where applicable.
1.1 Procedure for full admission to PhD CSE candidacy (Summary)
- Admission may be provisional until the candidate successfully submits, defends and passes a PhD CSE proposal, and successfully attempts and passes taught courses accumulating a total of thirty (30) credits (and any prescribed remedial courses where applicable).
- Candidates are expected to satisfy full admission requirements within one year; beyond two years on provisional status, provisional admission may be lost and readmission may be required.
2. Conduct of the Programme (Summary)
- The PhD CSE programme is divided into two parts: Part One (taught + research courses) and Part Two (original scientific research with a PhD dissertation).
- Taught courses are conducted using a blended ODeL approach.
Course Curriculum
PhD CSE - PART I (Year 1 & Year 2)
Semester One
Total CU: 15
Semester One
| Code | Course | Type | CU |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSC9101 | Philosophy of Computer Science | C | 5 |
| CSC9102 | Advanced Algorithm Analysis and Design | C | 5 |
| MEC9101 | Modelling Complex Systems | C | 5 |
Semester Two
Total CU: 15
Semester Two
| Code | Course | Type | CU |
|---|---|---|---|
| TST9131 | Advanced Christian Ethics and worldviews | C | 5 |
| RSM9103 | Research Methods and Publications | C | 5 |
| ICT9102 | Technical Writing and Integrated Technical Communication | C | 5 |
Semester Three
Total CU: 10
Semester Three
| Code | Course | Type | CU |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSE9301 | CSE Graduate Colloquia I | C | 5 |
| CSC9201 | Theory of Computational Complexity | C | 5 |
Semester Four
Total CU: 15
Semester Four
| Code | Course | Type | CU |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSE9302 | CSE Graduate Colloquia II | C | 5 |
| PSY9301 | Philosophy of Methods | E | 5 |
| ICT9103 | Scientific Data and Workflow Management | E | 5 |
PhD CSE - PART II (Year 3 & Year 4)
Research Dissertation
Total CU: 60
Research Dissertation
| Code | Course | Type | CU |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSE9401 | PhD CSE Dissertation | C | 60 |
Competencies to Obtain
Independent research design and executionScholarly communication and publication strategyAdvanced methods in selected CS/Engineering trackEthical research practice and research impact planning
Career Prospects
- Academic and research careers
- R&D leadership roles
- Advanced innovation and policy/strategy roles in technology