Studies
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Studies
The new University of Piraeus Department of Informatics Studies Program aims to fulfill to the greatest extent possible the following objectives:
- Alignment with current guidelines internationally defined in the IT sector and the labor market needs,
- Identifying the specific identity of the Department by establishing guidelines adequately treat for undergraduate level domains-edge IT,
- Create a “nursery” for young scientists integrating modern subjects and courses in conjunction with the already deployed Graduate Programs Department.
To fulfill these objectives in the new curriculum introduced in the last two years of study in three directions,
- Software Engineering and Intelligent Systems
- Online and Computer Systems
- Information Systems and Services
which will provide necessary and useful for undergraduate, specialization that makes the Department students competitive in the labor market and ready to meet the modern requirements in the scientific arena of Information Technology.
The first four (4) semesters (1st and 2nd year) are common to all students of the department. In four (4) last semesters (3rd and 4th year) established three directions:
Technology of Software and Intelligent Systems (TSIS): The rapid development of computers that is marked by increased computing power, increased memory capacity and specialized peripherals, has allowed the dissemination of advanced and demanding programming techniques and even in personal computer level. These techniques are treated by the disciplines of Software Engineering, Graphics and Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Systems of pattern recognition as well as the most advanced techniques Human Computer Communication. This orientation aims to provide undergraduate students on the one hand the necessary background, on the other, those special knowledge to be able to meet development and research in the area of modern and advanced software development techniques.
Network and Computing Systems (NCS): The convergence of information technology and telecommunications, the explosive growth of the Internet and the exponential changes in complexity and system speeds that support these technologies, requires the acquisition of specialized knowledge in the disciplines of web or net-centric systems and computer systems necessary for the deployment of these technologies. The curriculum in this direction enables students to gain in principle the basis for understanding, operation and use of these technologies and then be provided with the necessary skills for the development, maintenance and optimization of systems operating in a web environment.
Information Systems (IS): The development, implementation and management of modern information systems requires a wide range of knowledge mentioned in information and communication technologies, and business administration, as information systems are acceptable to users and to successfully integrate the business operations. The aim of the direction of this is to provide to students the necessary knowledge department, theoretical and practical, on the methodologies and technologies for the development of modern information systems, project management processes related to the development of information systems and established information management methods systems. Illustration, special emphasis is placed on issues analysis methodologies and systems planning, design and development of efficient databases, computer networks, development of information systems based on business processes, workflow systems and information security.
The Department of Informatics, University of Piraeus, organizes and operates two postgraduate programs:
– M.Sc. in “Advanced Informatics and Computing Systems – Software Development and Αrtificial Intelligence”.
– M.Sc. in “Digital Culture, Smart Cities, IoT and Advanced Digital Technologies”.
– M.Sc. in “Cybersecurity and Data Science”.
– M.Sc. in “Informatics”.
The M.Sc. in “Advanced Informatics and Computing Systems – Software Development and Αrtificial Intelligence” aims at the coordinated development and organization of the research directions of the computer science and Information Technology and in particular those that concern high priority areas for our country.
The content and profile of the program has been developed to respond successfully to the particular scientific needs of the rapid development of Information Technology and New Technologies at European and international level.
Both compulsory courses and elective courses have been selected to provide the postgraduate student with the expertise required by the latest technological developments in the field of Information Technology, in combination with the particular characteristics and needs of modern Greek and European Economy and Digital Agenda.
The aims of the Postgraduate Program M.Sc. in “Advanced Informatics and Computing Systems – Software Development and Αrtificial Intelligence” of the Department of Informatics of the University of Piraeus are as follows:
- The promotion of science and research in the field of program tracks.
- The preparation and training of qualified and competent scientists and researchers to promote the development of the country and Greek enterprises in the Information Society and New Technologies and in specialized fields such as Digital Culture.
- Preparing for postgraduate studies at doctoral level.
- The development of Theoretical and Applied Informatics in Greece and Internationally.
- Close cooperation between the Academic Community, Industry and Businesses for the acceptance, use and dissemination of the most advanced Information Technology New Technologies and Services.
- The collaboration between Greek, European and International Scientific Organizations and Agencies, dealing with IT and Cultural Technology issues.
The Postgraduate Programme awards a Master of Science (M.Sc.) Degree in “Advanced Informatics and Computing Systems – Software Development and Αrtificial Intelligence” at the following Tracks:
- Intelligent Technologies for HCI.
Advanced Software Development Technologies.
Artificial Intelligence and Smart Software Applications.
The M.Sc. in “Digital Culture, Smart Cities, IoT and Advanced Digital Technologies” has as subject the coordinated development and organization of the research tracks of the science of new Technologies, especially those that are relate to high priority areas for our country, such as Digital Culture, Smart Cities, Internet of Things (IoT), and Modern Communications and Digital Technologies.
The M.Sc. awards a post-graduate diploma with title “Digital Culture, Smart Cities, IoT and Advanced Digital Technologies”) with the following three (3) specializations: “Digital Culture”, “Smart Cities and Advanced Digital Technologies” Technologies, “Internet of Things (IoT) and Advanced Digital Technologies”. The M.Sc. is addressed to graduates from different scientific fields.
The Specialization / Track “Digital Culture” aims at the education and training of scientists of various specialties from theoretical, positive and technological fields of knowledge for the making, protection, promotion and management of the cultural stock with the contribution of advanced digital technologies. It equips students with the appropriate knowledge of the latest global trends in the emerging interdisciplinary field of digital culture and ensures the design and formulation of a new digital strategy in culture. It promotes the preservation and enhancement of the cultural heritage in our country by highlighting new ways of effectively managing cultural organizations in the wider context of social and educational policy. It incorporates modern cognitive fields including 3D modeling, the implementation of Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Virtual Worlds, mobile communications, Internet and social media technologies, signal processing and multimedia, with final aiming at optimal digital management, recording and editing of the cultural heritage and the aspects of modern culture. As our country has a rich cultural reserve on a continent (Europe) that is also the cultural superpower, enhancing interdisciplinarity will help reinforce the Creative Industry, protect our cultural heritage and stimulate modern creation.
The Specialization / Track “Smart Cities and Advanced Digital Technologies” aims to educate and train scientists from different fields so they can work in the new digital urban landscape as well as design and support new services in the ever-changing “Smart Cities” linked to the modern ecosystem, infrastructure, functions and services, like smart transportation, communication, smart homes, e-Government, smart grids, smart cultural heritage, smart health, smart agriculture, intelligent digital infrastructure, intelligent energy management. It also aims to provide expertise to manage complex urban issues, to provide the necessary resources for developing innovative systems of governance for a safe and sustainable city, for designing and supporting operational and effective resource-saving methods, and intelligent management of disasters.
The Specialization / Track “Internet of Things (IoT) and Advanced Digital Technologies” aims to educate and train scientists from different fields, but mainly from the fields of science and technology, to provide the appropriate knowledge to design, manage and support new services on the IoT platforms, to manage complex projects, to provide the necessary resources for the design and development of appropriate and innovative systems and services, the analysis of large data, the provision of expertise in the design of interdependent IT systems linked to the functions of digital city, smart homes, transportation, construction, energy, smart grids, intelligent health, smart farming, intelligent security, services, communications, smart digital infrastructure, education, smart security, governance systems development, data security, privacy protection – integrity of personal data, attacking internet intrusions, protecting devices from attacks, interoperability of systems and devices.
Graduates of the Postgraduate Program can work in public administration, municipalities, regions, technology and research centers, a number of stakeholders in Culture and Tourism, R & D departments in small and medium-sized enterprises, and large companies, companies involved with innovation in Culture and Tourism and the implementation of technological solutions. The knowledge they will gain will enable them to engage in professional advice and entrepreneurship on smart cities, digital culture, modern digital services, telecommunication and networks, including businesses, energy and telecommunications network operators, regulators, private and public operators. Graduates also have the opportunity to pursue their careers in existing organizations, to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge necessary for areas such as Public Administration and Ministries, Municipalities, Regions, Technological and Research Centers, and to continue their studies at a Ph.D. Level as well as start their own innovative businesses.
The M.Sc. in “Cybersecurity and Data Science” serves computer scientists and IT professionals who wish to enroll in post graduate computer science studies and learn the recent advancements in the fields of Computer and Infrastructure Security and Data & Business Analytics. These fields exhibit rapid scientific development, high dynamics and an ever-increasing demand in the European and global market. The program awards a Postgraduate Diploma (MSc) in “Cybersecurity and Data Science” with the following three tracks:
- Information and Communication Systems Security (ICSS)
- Embedded Systems Security and Reliability (ESSR)
- Business and Data Analytics (BDA)
The Information and Communication Systems Security (ICSS) track focuses on the study of the latest technologies and methods for cybersecurity. Based on a modular program the students will be able to gain a deep knowledge of core cybersecurity topics including security governance, security architecture design, network security, software security, penetration testing, digital forensics and malware analysis. At the same time, the students will be able to focus on their personal scientific background and interests, through selective courses in special topics of security and privacy, but also to enrich their knowledge with topics related with system reliability and data science. The students have to successfully follow a number of courses that sums up to 30 ECTS per semester. During the 1st and 2nd semester, the track offers 4 obligatory courses and several selective courses on security, while the students may also select 1-2 courses from other tracks. The 3rd semester is devoted to the Diploma Thesis in a state-of-the-art topic in cybersecurity, supervised by one of the instructors of the track.
The Embedded Systems Security and Reliability (ESSR) track focuses on the study of the latest technologies and methods for the design of Secure and Reliable Embedded Systems, Internet-of-Things (IoT), and Critical Infrastructures. The track program has been carefully designed to provide the students with knowledge and skills in the fields of security and reliability of computing systems including Embedded System Design, Secure IoT Applications, Dependable Systems, Security Architecture Design, Software Security, Hardware Security, and Embedded Systems Reliability. The students have to successfully follow a number of courses that sum up to 30 ECTS per semester. The track offers 5 obligatory courses with 24 ECTS in total in the 1st semester and 3 obligatory courses with 18 ECTS in total in the 2nd semester, while the students may be granted the required ECTS per semester by attending 1 or 2 elective courses or obligatory courses from other tracks. The 3rd semester is devoted to the Diploma Thesis in a state-of-the-art topic in the fields of security and reliability of computing systems, supervised by one of the instructors of the track.
The Business and Data Analytics track consists of a number of advanced courses in the field of Data Science. In order to fulfill their obligations, students have to successfully follow a number of courses that sums up to 30 ECTS per semester. During the 1st semester the track offers 7 courses and during the 2nd semester, the track offers 6 courses (both compulsory and elective courses). The students may also select 1-2 courses from other tracks as elective courses, in order to sum up to 30 ECTS per semester. The 3rd semester is devoted to the Diploma Thesis in a state-of-the-art Data Science topic, supervised by one of the instructors of the track.
The Master Program in “Informatics” has the objective of sound and high education graduates parts AEI and TEI various disciplines on the principles and methodologies of application of modern computer science.
The M.Sc. in “Informatics” cure modern technology issues and applications of computer science in other modern sciences. The content and character of the program is configured to respond successfully to the specific scientific needs arising from the rapid development of Information and applications at European and international level.
The master lessons have been carefully chosen to provide a complete basic knowledge of computer science for applicants.
Both taught core courses and the elective courses have been selected to provide the graduate student specialization required by the latest technological developments in the IT sector and in particular its applications relating to other sciences.
The doctoral program of the Department aims to conduct high-quality research and excellent training of young researchers, in accordance with international standards of computer science.
Application and registration process
Candidates apply to the Special General Assembly to the Department Secretariat. The Secretariat checks whether the candidates have the typical ‘requirements, as provided by applicable law and these Rules of the master program and forward the applications of candidates, together with the supporting documents submitted to the Special General Assembly, which decides whether to admit Department doctoral candidates.Thereafter, if the application is accepted, the Special General Assembly appoints the supervisor according to the candidate’s application and establish a three-member Advisory Committee of the candidates in accordance with the proposal of the supervisor.
The Special General Assembly is able to call for expression of interest doctoral candidate positions on specific subjects. The relative expression of interest published in the press, on notice boards of the department, and electronic.
Conditions of participation
In preparing the thesis candidates must meet the following conditions:
• Be graduates of University Departments (Universities and TEI). domestic or equivalent recognized institutions abroad.
• Hold a Master’s degree holders or equivalent MSc University Departments of Greek or equivalent recognized universities abroad. For post-graduate degree courses from university abroad, it is necessary to recognize that title from DOATAP.
• Have sufficient knowledge of English to be certified by either complete training abroad or at least language certificate equivalent to the First Certificate.
Reguired documents
• Reguest of interested.
• Detailed CV.
• First degree in any specialty from a recognized educational institution.
• Master’s diploma type (MBA, M.Sc.) in a related field from an accredited Foundation.
• Transcripts from undergraduate and postgraduate studies.
• Proficiency Proof of English Language.
