Master of Information Systems and Network Security (ISNS)

Information Systems and Network Security (ISNS) is a multi-disciplinary program that focuses on the analysis, design, development, and integration of systems that enable effective and efficient use of information in today’s highly dynamic environment. Building on the disciplines of computer engineering, information and communication systems, including telecommunication, ISNS programme employs techniques and methodologies that allow practitioners to create and manage complex information systems to solve real-world problems. A significant portion of technology advancement originates from cutting edge research done in Information Technology.

The Masters in Information Systems and Network Security (ISNS) to be offered by NM-AIST aims to produce graduates competent in modern systems and network security. Students following the masters ISNS programme will study a variety of courses that will enable them develop capability in a wide scope of information, communication science and engineering. The main objective of the program is to develop capacity and competence of graduates for high-end jobs in information systems and network security in the industry and academia.

Entry Requirements

The NM-AIST will admit competitively qualified students mainly from the Eastern African Region and Sub-Saharan Africa. Entry arrangement/requirement for successful participation in the Masters of Information Systems and Network Security (ISNS) Programme should be as follows:

1. Possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or similar institution of higher learning with GPA of at least 3.0/5.0 or equivalent for classified degrees, and an average of B for unclassified degrees in Information and Communication Technology related fields. These fields include but are not limited to Information Systems; Information Technology; IT Security, Informatics; Software Engineering; Computer Science; and Computer Engineering. Candidates with different levels of education such as Post Graduate Diploma (at least a GPA of 4) on top of an Advanced Diploma in a field closely related to Information and Communication Technology field and have attained the above-mentioned required passes are also eligible for consideration to admission to the program. Additionally, the candidates must indicate proof of English proficiency.
2. Foreign Academic Transcripts and Certificates, Candidates who have been awarded Bachelor’s and/or post graduate Diploma at accredited universities or similar institutions of higher learning which issue academic documents in languages other than English shall submit notarized English translations of all supporting documentation including, transcripts and certificates. All university qualifications obtained from foreign institutions must be authenticated by the Tanzania Commission for Universities (TCU).
3. English Proficiency: Since English is the primary language of instruction, all applicants seeking admission to academic programmes at NM-AIST must possess adequate knowledge of written and spoken English as a prerequisite for admission. This demonstration may take one of the following forms:

   (a) Successful completion of a bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or similar institution of higher learning where English is the language of instruction.

   (b) Successful completion of a postgraduate degree programme at a recognized university or similar institution of higher learning where English is the language of instruction.

   (c) Submission of official results of the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a paper-based score of 550 (or higher), computer-based score of 213 (or higher) or Internet-based with a score of 80 (or higher).

Areas of Specialization

1. Information Systems and Network Security

Programme Duration

1. Status: Full Time
2. Years: Two (2) Years
3. Semesters: Four (4)

Mode of Delivery

Blended mode or hybrid mode whereby a portion of the traditional face-to-face instruction is mixed with web-based online instruction.