Master of Information Systems (Extended)
Why study the Master of Information Systems (Extended) 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.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
2 Years Full-timeUp to 5 years Part-time
FEES
Full Fee2009 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 1, On Campus
Semester 2, Off Campus
Semester 2, On Campus
ISBT Sydney
ISBT-Sydney Semester 1, On CampusISBT-Sydney Semester 2, On Campus
ISBT-Sydney Summer, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC
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| Official Abbreviation | MInfoSys(Extended) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Fees | Full Fee | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 96 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 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 |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A three year bachelor degree which for international students must be equivalent to a three year Australian Bachelor degree. |
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| Advanced Standing | The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 48 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by University and approved for course comprising: a. 24 credit points for units completed towards an awarded Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a relevant area offered by the University; or b. 48 credit points for units completed towards an awarded Bachelor degree in a relevant area; or c. 24 credit points for units completed from another institution and not counted towards an awarded qualification; or d. 12 credit points for units completed towards an awarded qualification from another University; and e. 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience. |
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| Academic Colours |
powder blue (BCC193) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission Requirement
1. A candidate 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.
2. A candidate who has been recommended 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 (Extended).
3. 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 (Extended).
4. A candidate who has been recommended for the award of the Master of Information Systems may be permitted to transfer to candidature for the degree of Master of Information Systems (Extended). If candidature for the Master of Information Systems (Extended) is successful, the Master of Information Systems will not be awarded.
5. Admission to candidature and the date of commencement of the candidature shall be determined by the school on the recommendation of the Course Coordinator.
Credit Point Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate shall complete a total of 96 credit points.
Program of Study
Course Structure |
Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 66 cps |
| Elective Units | 30 cps |
| Total | 96 cps |
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Period of Candidature
The minimum period of candidature shall be:
(a) two years as a full-time candidate.
The maximum period of candidature shall be:
(b) five years as a part-time candidate.
Where the prescribed course of study has been reduced in terms of Admission Rule 2, 3 or 4, the period of candidature may be reduced accordingly.
In exceptional circumstances and on the basis of written evidence the school may extend the periods of candidature.
Advanced Standing
The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 48 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by University and approved for course comprising:
- (a) 24 credit points for units completed towards an awarded Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in a relevant area offered by the University; or
- (b) 48 credit points for units completed towards an awarded Bachelor degree in a relevant area; or
- (c) 24 credit points for units completed from another institution and not counted towards an awarded qualifications; or
- (d) 12 credit points for units completed towards an awarded qualification from another University; and
- (e) 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience
Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies may be eleigiable to exit on completion of 24 credit points with the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology or the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology on completion of 48 credit points.