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 for 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 Java 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-timeUp to 5 years Part-time
FEES
CSP (quotas apply)Full Fee
International
2010 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Semester 1, Off CampusSemester 1, On Campus
Semester 2, Off Campus
Semester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC.
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| Official Abbreviation | MCompSc | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Postgraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| Fees | CSP (quotas apply)/ Full Fee / International | |||||||||||||||
| 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 48 credit points advanced standing for units completed towards the Graduate Diploma. Further Postgraduate Opportunities: Master of Computer Science graduates, who have completed COMP695, are eligible to apply for admission to candidature for the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). The Master of Computer Science has been granted Professional-level accreditation by the Australian Computer Society. |
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| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC. For more information, click here
Former or current domestic UNE students apply to study on or off campus directly to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply directly to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways 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 | For admission to candidature for the degree of Master of Computer Studies, an applicant must hold a three-year Bachelor degree. |
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| Additional Requirements | Applicants must have a knowledge of the programming language Jave or C++. |
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| Advanced Standing | Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course). The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 24 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by the University and approved for the 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) 24 credit points for units completed from another institution and not counted towards an awarded qualification; or (c) 12 credit points for units completed towards an awarded qualification from another University; or (d) 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience. (e) Advanced standing shall not be awarded for COMP695. |
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powder blue (BCC 193) |
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| Further Information | 
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1. Admission to Candidature
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 of which at least 36 credit points must be at 500-level.
2.3. To complete requirements for COMP695 a candidate shall undertake a research project approved by the school and shall present a thesis embodying the results of that project.
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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
Advanced standing is not granted for units taken to meet course admission requirements (except for an approved articulation in the course).
The maximum advanced standing shall be for units counting 24 credit points which are deemed to be equivalent to units offered by the University and approved for the 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) 24 credit points for units completed from another institution and not counted towards an awarded qualification; or
(c) 12 credit points for units completed towards an awarded qualification from another University; or
(d) 6 credit points on the basis of considerable professional experience.
(e) Advanced standing shall not be awarded for COMP695.
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 School's Academic Coordinator's office, 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
7.1. On the recommendation of the supervisor or supervisors, the school Teaching and Learning Committee will appoint two examiners, at least one will be external to the University. Examiners will be sent the relevant degree information.
7.2. The examiners' reports on the thesis will be considered by the committee which will recommend:
(a) that COMP695 be awarded an SR (Satisfied Requirements); or
(b) that COMP695 be awarded an SR subject to the candidate making amendments to the thesis as specified by the examiners and to the satisfaction of the supervisor(s); or
(c) that COMP695 be failed (N).
7.3. Before making a recommendation in terms of 7.2. above, the committee may:
(a) request the examiners to consult and report to the committee; or
(b) permit the candidate to revise the thesis for re-examination if, in the opinion of the committee, the work is of sufficient merit to warrant this concession.
7.4. A candidate permitted to revise the thesis in terms of 7.3.(b) will do so within a period of time and under conditions determined by the committee. A candidate who has revised a thesis in terms of 7.3.(b) and who fails the re-examination will not be eligible for further examination.
8. Exit Pathways
Candidates who discontinue their studies may be eligible to exit on completion of 24 credit points with the Graduate Certificate in Computer Science or the Graduate Diploma in Computer Science on completion of 48 credit points.