SMU – School of Computing and Information Systems

Established in 2003, SMU School of Computing and Information Systems (SCIS) is recognised internationally for its innovative research and education focused on Information Systems Technology, Information Systems Management, and issues at the intersection of IS related technology and management.

Real-world industry sectors provide our SCIS with a testbed and laboratory for experimentation, as well as a fertile breeding ground for new ideas. Our faculty and students apply their research results to solve real problems in a variety of industry settings and to create IT applications and systems. At the same time, our faculty actively publish in top-quality Computer Science and Management Science conferences and journals. Our research areas include Cybersecurity; Data Management & Analytics; Human-Computer Interaction; Information Systems Management; Intelligent Systems & Optimization; Machine Learning & Intelligence; Multimedia; Pervasive Sensing & Systems; Software Engineering & Systems. 

SCIS offers a suite of degree programmes. Our B.Sc. (Information Systems), B.Sc. (Computer Science) and B.Sc. (Computing & Law) have been remarkably successful in demonstrating educational innovations and creating a culture of learning, establishing external linkages and partnerships with industry, government, and the social sector, and with job placement. 

We run a highly ranked Master of IT in Business degree, with specialisations in Analytics; Artificial Intelligence; Financial Technology & Analytics; and Digital Transformation. 

The research-intensive Master of Science in Computing and doctoral degrees, including Ph.D. (Computer Science) and Ph.D. (Information Systems), have produced graduates who joined highly sought organisations in academia and industry. 

The new Doctor of Engineering programme aims to train professionals to perform deep technical industrial research and translate the outputs into innovative products and services.