Program Overview
The doctorate in computer science is the highest professional degree awarded by EIMT Institute under the School of Computer Science. This highest academic degree in Computer science signifies your mastery over the field of study. Students will be closely working with our expert team of faculty on several notable technological challenges of importance, ushering in a catalytic transformation in the field of Computer science.
Salient Features
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36 Months online Program.
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Specially Designed for Working Professionals.
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No requirement for GMAT/ GRE required
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International Networking Opportunities.
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Highly Qualified Industry Experienced Faculties.
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Focused & Unique Curriculum.
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Dissertation on a live project for an organization.
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One-on-one mentorship for all educational goals.
Achieve Your Dream
Doctorate in Computer Science (DCS)
A doctorate in computer science provides intensive research preparation in design, programming, theory, and application. This program is offered to both academically-minded students and students with professional goals, and industrial and government jobs that require advanced knowledge of computer theory and technology. This Doctoral degree research focuses on algorithms, artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, computer and network security, database systems, data mining, distributed algorithms, and many other core areas of computer science.
In many ways, the DCS program is the cornerstone of computer science at the EIMT Institute. With a DCS degree, you can become an expert in the technical subfield of computer science and advance the state of the art by contributing original research in this field. Many DCS students also gain practical experience in the classroom and become visible members of the research community by presenting their research and giving oral presentations at conferences and research seminars. Our DCS students have contributed largely to various companies across diverse industries in solving technical issues.
The goal of the DCS program is to produce a new generation of computer science graduates with a broad background in information technology, project management, and interpersonal skills. Graduates of this program not only possess strong technical expertise in their field but also the ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams and tackle problems that require both technical and non-technical solutions.
This degree is distinctive from other existing computer science degrees as it focuses on both applied research and professional skills development. Most graduates of this program aim to pursue careers in industrial research and software development. The program also prepares graduates for careers in academia, although most graduates of this program are expected to choose a career in industry. Focused on the skills necessary for success, it is market-oriented and reflects the Institute's goal of providing quality professional training.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Produce original research and successfully defending of your thesis in Computer Science.
- Gain mastery of Computer Science and core areas including algorithms, software, systems, computation theory, and artificial intelligence, computer graphics, cryptography & security, and data science.
- Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of your area of specialization within Computer Science.
- Take an active part in Community programs of Computer science, seminars, and conferences, and submit research findings for publications in journals and professional conferences.
An online doctoral program in computer science offers flexibility for students who also have a job. Web-based programs typically follow the same rigorous curriculum as in-campus options, providing similar graduate study opportunities. The online format is also ideal for students who are juggling multiple responsibilities like childcare and family care with their education.
Doctorate in Computer Science
- Eligibility: Masters or 5+ yrs experience
- Duration: 36 Months
- Enrollment: Being online - Throughout the Year
Why Earn your DCS with EIMT
Individual Study Plan
Practitioner Based Project/Dissertation:
The primary step for prospective scholars is drafting their research proposal. This proposal can be an 8-10 page document that consists of essential factors of the DCS program. Our pre-defined template will facilitate an easier and quicker process of documentation. Students are advised to keep their initial research proposal ready within the first month of enrollment and submit it. You will receive feedback and guidance on your Research proposal from your designated supervisor or Research Faculty. The template for your preliminary research proposal can befound here.
One can consider the following points while selecting his/her topic for the research project.
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In-depth research on a single subject assessing a novel or inventive intervention, technical answers, etc.
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An evaluation of a program and an action research or participatory action research study
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A field investigation that looks at theoretical conceptions;
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A survey study looking at beliefs, attitudes, or behaviors within a subject matter or discipline
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as an enhancement to a business process.
As the pointers reflect, the doctoral degree program requires extensive knowledge of the literature about the particular subject areas and sophistication of how a project is developed and presented. These projects enhance students' experience and equip them to develop expertise in their specialization and prepare them to be competent practitioner-scholars. To achieve this goal, students are recommended to pursue a topic in which they already have extensive practical experience.
Important Information Regarding DCS Program
Program Delivery
The Doctorate in Computer Science (DCS) is a research-based full-time doctorate program delivered through a blended learning paradigm comprising coursework, research, workshops, seminars, conference participation, and self-directed study.
The program is essentially designed to enable professionals to attain a doctoral degree without putting a halt on their job. Your classroom experience and learning can be blended with your professional experience to make a difference in your specialized field.
Professional Professors
EIMT has a deep faith and is proud of the highly-accomplished team of faculty members with extensive knowledge of the field and each one of them is selected for their excellence and adroitness in teaching. Students will get exposure to an unparalleled education imparted by some of today's most talented academicians, at the same time being laurelled with multiple awards!EIMT partners with numerous renowned, top scholars around the world. We believe in the unique blending of talented and highly skilled professors equipped with crucial industrial experience in developing knowledge and innovative ideas.
Academic Qualifications:
Learners should be in possession of a minimum EQF Level 7 full qualification in computer science or a relevant area.
Learners must have a thorough command of written and spoken English. One of the following pieces of evidence is compulsory.
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Applicants only need their degree certificate and transcripts if their degree is from a university located in UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, or South Africa.
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Where English is not the first language, applicants may need to provide the minimum English qualification IELTS 5.5 (with no less than 5.0 in each component).
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Alternatively, Learners can prove their knowledge of English by having a degree that was taught or researched in English. During such a degree, all tutorials, supervision, and assessment should have been conducted in English. This degree must be academic. Applicants cannot use a vocational degree as proof.
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Other substantial evidence of English Proficiency may be considered.
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Applicants may be required to undertake a Pre-Sessional English Programme at additional cost to ensure that they have a standard of English appropriate to this level of study. If applicants do not pass this course, they will not be permitted to study on this programme.
Application Go Through:
Applications are only accepted online. Our Admission panels will review your application, check your academic performance and future potential, and students will then be contacted accordingly.
What is Next?
Upon a complete thorough assessment and review of your application with a +ve response, students will receive a letter of admission. Further, the fee payment process will be initiated and upon successful payment, an email will be sent to the students furnishing login and access credentials and access grant to our Learn Management System.
Graduation Requirements:
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DCS Candidates must earn a cumulative GPA of 4.0 or higher and be in good academic standing.
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All program requirements must be completed, including the final dissertation/thesis submission.
The Curriculum
The DCS at EIMT is designed in this sort of way that scholars end within 3 years. Extension years are usually not granted. The program generally comprises mainly to three phases:-
1) Course Work: This phase essentially is your first semester and comprises selection, and course work on different aspects of your program like research methods, quantitative and qualitative methods, and techniques. The completion of this phase features the finalization of your research topic and the allocation of supervisor or research faculty. Multiple seminars and presentations will be there in this phase.
2) Research Lab: This phase typically is a blend of your second and third semesters. Generally inclusive of data collection and analysis. Your synopsis submission and monthly progress report submission every six months are completed in this phase. You will also need to work on multiple seminars and presentations in this phase as well.
3) Doctoral Thesis: This phase accounts for your third to sixth semester and includes rigorous activities of thesis write-up, committee reviews, thesis re-write-ups, viva voices (oral defenses), and award of the doctorate.
Students will be given intense guidance and supervision by the research faculty and supervisor throughout the entire phase for holistic growth.
1) Course Work: This phase essentially is your first semester and comprises selection, and course work on different aspects of your program like research methods, quantitative and qualitative methods, and techniques. The completion of this phase features the finalization of your research topic and the allocation of supervisor or research faculty. Multiple seminars and presentations will be there in this phase.
2) Research Lab: This phase typically is a blend of your second and third semesters. Generally inclusive of data collection and analysis. Your synopsis submission and monthly progress report submission every six months are completed in this phase. You will also need to work on multiple seminars and presentations in this phase as well.
3) Doctoral Thesis: This phase accounts for your third to sixth semester and includes rigorous activities of thesis write-up, committee reviews, thesis re-write-ups, viva voices (oral defenses), and award of the doctorate.
Students will be given intense guidance and supervision by the research faculty and supervisor throughout the entire phase for holistic growth.
The proposed curriculum has these distinctive features:
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Progressively master and apply management theories;
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Provide cohesiveness within each semester, with an identified theme to connect learning and outcomes;
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Competencies are organized within three major areas: (1) Managerial Foundational Skills (2) Global Management Skills and (3) Technical Skills;
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A capstone project, e.g. dissertation to demonstrate summative knowledge;
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A built-in curriculum cohesion approach, with a clear pathway to program completion.
Table 1 provides the curriculum map (course structure to be followed) showing the progression of mastery of materials.
| Sem 1 | Sem 2 | Sem 3 | Sem 4 | Sem 5 | Sem 6 |
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| 1. Research Methods | Data Collection and Analysis | Doctoral Thesis (Dissertation) | |||
| 2. Qualitative Methods & Techniques | |||||
| 3. Quanitative Methods & Techniques | |||||
| 4. Research Tools | |||||
| 5. The Research Proposal | |||||
| 1. Study Section (Modules) | 2. Study Section (Thesis) | ||||
| 30 ECTS / 5 modules at 6 ECTS Each | 150 ECTS - The thesis contributes around 85% to the overall result of the doctoral studies. | ||||
DCS Course Structure
(Duration Wise in detail)
Within 1st Month:
- Invitation to Enrollment for the DCS Program.
- DCS Program Entrance Test.
- Personal Interview by the Department Research Committee (DRC) of the entrance test qualified candidates.
Within 2nd - 7th Month:
- Selection For Course Work.
- Fee Submission For Course Work.
- Beginning of Course Work and Allocation of Supervisor / Research Faculty. (Note: Eager to know more about the activities of the coursework ? ) Check There >>>>
Within 8th - 10th Month:
- Synopsis Submission in five copies.
- RDC (Research Department Committee) work starts. (Note: Eager to know more about the activities involved in the RDC?) Check There >>>>
Within 10th - 12th Month:
- Fee Submission after the 3 months of RDC.
- 5-6 monthly progress reports submission duly signed by supervisor electronically.
Within 13th - 33th Month*:
- Fee Submission after the 6 months of RDC.
- 6 monthly progress reports submission duly signed by the supervisor electronically.
- Pre Submission Defence Committee (PSDC)
- Thesis Submission in five copies duly signed by supervisor. (Note: Eager to know more about the activities involved in the PSDC? ) Check There >>>>
Within 34th - 36th Month:
- Final Viva-voice (after receiving reports from External Examiners).
- Award of Doctorate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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If I applied previously but my application was rejected, may I reapply?
Yes, you may reapply. You will need to fill out a completely new online application for this purpose.
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Are there any interactions possible with other students?
The online programs offer students to discuss various topics on our EIMT Connect platform.
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How can I access the online learning platform?
Once you are officially enrolled, we will provide you with all the details, instructions and your login information.
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Will I receive a paper certificate after graduation?
Each student will receive their certificate by email as well as we can send the paper certificate by postal mail.
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Will I have a personal Supervisor?
Each student will receive a personal supervisor or research faculty once they are enrolled in the program. The personal supervisor or research faculty is here to support you regarding any administrative issues or general questions regarding the program.
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When do I need to choose my Research Topic ?
After your successful enrolment, you need to finalise your research topic within 6 months.