Master of Computer Science
Why study the Master of Computer Science at UNE?
The Master of Computer Science is the final award level of the fully articulated program which provides qualified applicants with the opportunity or graduate study at three progressive levels: Graduate Certificate in Computer Science; Graduate Diploma in Computer Science; Master of Computer Science
Emphasis is placed upon the structured design of algorithms for computer-based implementations of real-life tasks. The expression of algorithms in a programming language C++ and the interactive execution, analysis and use of programs are also discussed. Practical elements of basic hardware components are introduced.
Also studied are: advanced algorithmic designs and programming techniques; informal notions of program specification and verification; a high-level description of the abstract architecture of the von Neumann machine; numerical and non-numerical applications; and social issues.
Career Opportunities
Graduates are qualified for consulting and management positions in business, internet and networking specialists, software solution designers and game programming.
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DURATION
1.5 Years Full-time3 Years Part-time
FEES
CSP (quotas apply) or Full Fee2008 STUDY OPTIONS
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| Official Abbreviation | MCompSc |
| Course Type | Postgraduate |
| Commencement | Sem 1 and Sem 2 if available |
| Study Mode | On and Off Campus |
| Course Duration |
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| Fees | CSP (quotas apply) or Full Fee |
| Total Credit Points | 72 |
| Benefits | Articulation from the Graduate Diploma in Computer Science: On completion of the Graduate Diploma, students are able to articulate to the Master with 24 credit points advanced standing for units completed towards the Graduate Diploma. Further Postgraduate Opportunities: Master of Computer Science graduates, who have completed COMP 695, are eligible to apply for admission to candidature for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). |
| How to apply | New students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC. For more information, click here Former or current students apply to study on or off campus directly to UNE using the postgraduate admission form. For more information, click here |
| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
| Entry Requirements | For admission to candidature for the degree of Master Computer Studies, an applicant must hold a three-year Bachelor degree. |
| Additional Requirements | Applicants must have a knowledge of the programming language C++. |
| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing may be granted for a maximum of 24 credit points on the basis previous study completed at a recognised tertiary institution. This can include six credit points of advanced standing which may be granted on the basis of relevant professional experience. |
| Academic Colours |
powder blue (BCC 193) |
| Further Information | 
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1. Admission to Candidature
1.1. An applicant for admission to candidature for the degree of Master of Computer Science shall:
(a) have fulfilled all of the requirements for admission to the degree of Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Computer Science in the University; or
(b) have fulfilled all of the requirements for admission to a degree or other qualification acceptable to the school as sufficient qualification for admission to candidature; or
(c) have satisfied the school by means of qualifications and/or experience, that adequate preparation for candidature has been made.
2. Requirements for the Degree of Master of Computer Science
2.1. Each candidate shall complete a course of study approved by the school and pass such examinations as shall be prescribed.
2.2. The course of study shall comprise the completion of units with a total value of at least 72 credit points including:
(a) not more than 36 credit points from Group 1; or
(b) not less than 36 credit points from Group 2.
2.3. Units Offered
Group 1—COMP 303, 309, 311, 313, 315, 318, 319, 320, 391, 393;
Group 2—COMP 503, 504, 507, 508, 509, 511, 513, 516, 517, 518, 519, 520, 521, 522, 523, 570, 580, 582, 583, 584, 585, 586, 587, 588, 589, 590, 591, 592, 593, 695.
2.4. With the permission of the Postgraduate Course Coordinator, one unit offered in the University may be substituted for units listed in Rule 2.3.
2.5. Requirements for COMP 695
To complete requirements for COMP 695 a candidate shall undertake a research project approved by the schol and shall present a thesis embodying the results of that project.
3. Period of Candidature
The requirements for the degree shall be completed over a period of not more than two years in the case of full-time candidates or over a period of not more than five years in the case of part-time candidates except that:in exceptional circumstances and on the recommendation of the candidate’s supervisor, the period of candidature may be extended.
4. Advanced Standing
On the recommendation of the relevant postgraduate course coordinator, a student may be granted advanced standing to a maximum of 24 credit points towards the Master in terms of Advanced Standing Rule 2 provided that:
(a) the maximum advanced standing which may be granted in terms of Rule 2.1.(a) for an awarded Graduate Certificate or a Graduate Diploma in a relevant area offered by the University shall be for units counting 24 credit points; or
(b) the maximum advanced standing which may be granted in terms of Rule 2.1.(b) shall be for units counting 24 credit points; or
(c) the maximum advanced standing which may be granted in terms of Rule 2.2.(b) shall be for units counting 12 credit points; and
(d) the maximum advanced standing which may be granted in terms of Rule 2.3. shall be for units counting six credit points;
(e) advanced standing shall not be granted for COMP 695.
5. Supervisor’s Reports
The supervisor shall report to the school on the progress of the candidate’s work after two semesters from the date of enrolment and at any other time considered expedient.
6. Presentation of Thesis
6.1. The thesis shall be written concisely in English and, except with the special permission of the school in exceptional circumstances, shall not exceed 20 000 words, exclusive of tables, plates, figures and appendices. A successful thesis shall show capacity on the part of the candidate for independence of thought and critical evaluation of the candidate’s own and published work in his or her field of study. The candidate shall state generally in the preface and specifically throughout the thesis the source of his or her information and the extent to which he or she has used the work of others. The candidate may not present as the thesis any work that has been the basis of the award of a degree of this University or other institution but is not precluded from incorporating such work in the thesis provided that, in presenting the thesis, the candidate indicates the part of the work that has been so incorporated.
6.2. The candidate shall submit to the Student Centre two copies of the thesis bound in a form approved by the school. The candidate shall submit with the thesis a statement from his or her supervisor certifying that the thesis is in a form suitable for examination.
7. Examination of the Thesis
Rules for Examination of Thesis can be found here.