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:

  1. Describe the emerging trends around IT management, governance models and policies at both national and international level.
  2. 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.
  3. 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:

  1. Meet the minimum entry requirements for a PhD programme at Makerere
  2. 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