Introduction
The programme of Doctor of Philosophy in Information Technology (Ph.D. IT) is a full-time programme, with a duration of a minimum of four (4) academic years, and a maximum of six (6) academic years. Course work is offered for the first three semesters. From the fourth to the eighth semesters, the candidate shall undertake a research study leading to a dissertation.
Programme Description
3 The Ph.D. in Information Technology at SCIT is designed for students seeking to pursue advanced theoretical and applied research in the field of Information Technology. The programme provides training and prepares students to conduct research in advanced and emergent topics of Information Technology, as well as applying the acquired research skills to organizations and the broad, organization-wide IT problems they can face. The PhD in IT programme specifically seeks to build knowledge and develop skills in the following knowledge areas: Information Technology management, Information security, internet and web computing, philosophy of methods, and scholarly writing and presentation. This permits students to apply IT research in various domains or sectors like business, health, agriculture, public service, education etc.
Target Group
The program targets holders of a master’s in information technology and related fields. Holders of other master’s degrees may be considered if there is substantial evidence that they have, by virtue of their work or research, acquired sufficient advanced knowledge in Information Technology particularly in the focus areas of the program.
Tuition
PhD students from East Africa will pay tuition fees of eight million Uganda shillings (8,000,000/=) per year, while international students will pay tuition fees of ten million Uganda shillings (10,000,000/=) per year.
Program Duration
The program duration is a minimum of four (4) academic years, and a maximum of six (6) academic years. Course work is offered for the first three semesters. From the fourth to the eighth semesters, the candidate shall undertake a research study leading to a dissertation.
Collaboration Partners
The external collaborating partners include;
1. Lund University (Sweden)
2. Chalmers University (Sweden)
3. Gothenburg University (Sweden)
4. University of Bergen in Norway.
The internal collaborating partner public universities include;
1. Gulu University
2. Mbarara University of Science and Technology
3. Kyambogo University
4. Busitema University.
Programme Objectives
The aim of this course is to broaden the students’ understanding of IT management and governance at enterprise level and the development of business strategies to adapt to the ever-changing IT environments.
The objectives of this course are:
- Describe the emerging trends around IT management, governance models and policies at both national and international level.
- Explain the advanced management theory and practice with key Information Technology planning and delivery strategies, needed to address complex Information Technology issues within today’s fast-moving business environment.
- Equip the students with knowledge and skills for managing and governing an enterprise, including both IT and non-IT resources.
Apply knowledge and skills for improving efficiency and quality of information management using information technologies by undertaking research that focuses on effective security, storage, usage, provision, and maintenance of information.
Entry Requirements
To qualify for admission to the PhD in IT, a candidate must:
- Meet the minimum entry requirements for a PhD programme at Makerere
- Be a holder of a Master’s degree in Information Technology, a related field or its equivalent from a recognized Institution of higher learning.
Programme Structure
Semester I
Code | Course Name | LH | PH | TH | CH | CU |
Core Courses | ||||||
PIT 9101 | Advanced Research in Information Technology Management | 45 |
| 60 | 75 | 4 |
PIT 9102 | Advanced Research Methods in Computing | 30 | 40 | 10 | 60 | 4 |
PCS 9101 | Philosophy of Computing | 30 | 40 | 10 | 60 | 4 |
Electives (Choose 1) | ||||||
PCS 9201 | Advances in Digital Security | 30 | 60 |
| 60 | 4 |
PIT 9103 | Advances in Corporate IT Governance | 60 |
|
| 60 | 4 |
| Total Credits |
|
|
|
| 16 |
Semester II
Code | Course Name | LH | PH | TH | CH | CU |
Core Courses | ||||||
PIS 9203 | Presentations, Scientific Writing and Research Ethics | 20 | 20 | 15 | 45 | 4 |
PIT 9202 | Sustainable Digital Innovations | 60 |
|
| 60 | 4 |
PIT 9203 | Advanced Research in Information Technology for Development | 45 |
| 60 | 75 | 5 |
Electives (Choose 1) | ||||||
PIS 9206 | Big data analytics | 45 | 30 |
| 60 | 4 |
PIT 9204 | Web Technologies & Cloud Computing | 45 |
| 30 | 60 | 4 |
| Total Credits |
|
|
|
| 16 |
Semester III (Audited Courses – To be taken when they are offered)
Code | Course Name | LH | PH | TH | CH | CU |
Core Courses | ||||||
PIT 9301 | Doctoral Colloquium |
|
| 300 | 150 | 10 |
ISE 9106 | Advanced Quantitative Data Analysis | 45 | 30 | – | 60 | 4 |
ART 9105 | Scholarly Writing & Communication Skills | 40 | 20 | 20 | 60 | 4 |
SOC 9107 | Qualitative Research methodology and Data Analysis | 45 | 30 | – | 60 | 4 |
| Total Credits |
|
|
|
| 10 |
Semester IV, V, VI, VII and VIII
| Course Name | LH | PH | TH | CH | CU |
Core Courses | ||||||
RGT 9211 | PhD Research & Dissertation |
|
|
| 1800 | 120 |
| Total Credits |
|
|
|
| 120 |
| Grand Total |
|
|
|
| 162 |