Master of Information Systems
Why study the Master of Information Systems at UNE?
The Master of Information Systems is a course work only program suitable for graduates from areas such as business and commerce who do not want to be software developers.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the degree will have the skills to analyse and satisfy the information needs of a range of organisations, both government and private.
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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 | MInfoSys |
| Course Type | Postgraduate |
| Commencement | Semester 1 and Semester 2 |
| 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 Information Technology: On completion of the Graduate Diploma, students are able to articulate to the Master of Information Systems with 24 credit points advanced standing for units completed towards the Graduate Diploma. |
| 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 | An applicant must hold a three-year Bachelor degree. Prior knowledge of computing science and mathematics is not required. Applicants with other qualifications and relevant experience will also be considered. |
| 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 shall:
(a) have fulfilled all of the requirements for admission to a Bachelor degree 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 candidature; or
(c) have satisfied the school by means of qualifications and/or experience, that adequate preparation for candidature has been made.
1.2. (a) A candidate who has been recommended by the school for the award of the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology may be permitted to transfer to candidature for the degree of Master of Information Systems.
(b) A candidate for the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology who has completed units counting 24 credit points and who has a satisfactory academic record may be permitted to transfer to candidature for the degree of Master of Information Systems.
1.3. Admission to candidature and the date of commencement of the candidature shall be determined by the school on the recommendation of the Postgraduate Course Coordinator of Computer Science.
2. Course Requirements for the Degree of Master of Information Systems
The course of study shall comprise the completion of unit with a total value of at least 72 credit points with at least 48 credit points being at 400-level or above and including: COMP100, 131, 160, 503, 513, 588, 589, 592, 586, 593, GSB741; plus one units to be chosen from AMTH140; COMP170, 480, 482, 483, 485, 587, 490, 507, 508, 511, 515, 518, 519, 520, 521, 522, 523, 591; or other units approved by the Course Coordinator.
3. Advanced Standing
On the recommendation of the 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 2.3 provided that:
(a) the maximum advanced standing which may be granted in terms of Advanced Standing Rule 2.3 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 Rules Advanced Standing Rule 2.3 for an awarded Bachelor degree in a relevant area shall be for units counting 24 credit points; or
(c) the maximum advanced standing which may be granted in terms of Advanced Standing Rule 2.3 shall be for units counting 24 credit points; or
(d) the maximum advanced standing which may be granted in terms of Advanced Standing Rule 2.3 shall be for units counting 12 credit points; or
(e) the maximum advanced standing which may be granted in terms of Advanced Standing Rule 2.3 shall be for units counting six credit points.
4. Period of Candidature
4.1. The requirements of the degree shall be completed in not less than 18 months and not more than two years of full-time study nor more than five years of part-time study.
4.2. Where the prescribed course of study has been reduced in terms of Rule 1.2., the period of candidature may be reduced accordingly.
4.3. In exceptional circumstances and on the basis of written evidence the school may extend the periods of candidature specified in Rule 4.1.