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Master of Computer Science

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Non-Award

Camperdown/Darlington
If you are enrolled in an accredited course of study at another institution, you may apply to undertake a Unit or Units of Study at the University of Sydney which can be credited to course requirements at your home university.
Entry Requirements

You must be enrolled for the current academic year in an accredited related course of study at another institution. Your admission to a Unit or Units of Study at the University of Sydney is subject to approval and availability.

Students who are enrolled at another tertiary institution may apply to undertake one or more units of study (subjects) at the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences to be credited towards their degree.

Any unit of study listed under Table A of the Table of Units of Study in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Koori Centre or selected Music units is open to cross-institutional applicants, pending departmental approval. You must apply to the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences as well as to your home institution in order to do cross-institutional study.

Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
75.90%

Masters (Research)

Hawthorn
The Master of Information and Communication Technologies (Research) offers students the opportunity to undertake supervised research in the related discipline of their choice. Their chosen discipline may include, for example, computer science or telecommunications.
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
77.20%

Masters (Coursework)

Nathan
You will gain a combination of technical and managerial knowledge and skills, which will provide you with a holistic approach to effectively manage information technology in organisations.
Entry Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Master of Information Systems and Information Technology Management, a student must hold:

  • a Bachelor degree from a recognised University (or another tertiary education institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.5 (using a 7.0 scale).

Students who hold a Bachelor degree in Information Technology from a recognised University (or other tertiary institution of equivalent standing) with a minimum GPA of 4.5 (using a 7.0 scale) will be eligible for 40 credit points of advanced standing towards the Masters program.

Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Tuition Fees
$24,000 per year / $48,000 total
International Tuition Fees
$35,000 per year / $70,000 total
Graduate Satisfaction
70.70%

Masters (Coursework)

Perth, Mauritius
This course offers information systems and information technology professionals the contemporary skills required for senior roles in the industry. You'll examine the impact of technology on a changing business environment with a focus on leadership, industry linkages and global citizenship.
Duration
6 months full-time
Study Mode
In person, Online
International Tuition Fees
$30,800 total
Graduate Satisfaction
82.60%

Masters (Coursework)

Hawthorn
In the Master of Business Information Systems (MBIS), you will learn what information systems can do, how they can be effectively deployed, computer coding, models to elicit business intelligence and ways to solve real problems.
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
77.20%

Masters (Coursework)

Rockhampton, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane
If you're an established or aspiring information technology (IT) professional the Master of Information Technology will expand your professional knowledge and skills in information technology (IT).
Entry Requirements

To be eligible for entry into this course, applicants must hold one of the following:

  • A completed Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent Bachelor degree, or higher equivalent qualification; or
  • A completed CQUniversity Graduate Diploma in Information Systems, or equivalent; or
  • A completed CQUniversity Graduate Diploma in Information Technology, or equivalent.

English Language Proficiency Requirements:

If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University. Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:

  • A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
  • An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or
  • Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0

Completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.

If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores as below:

  • An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 overall with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall & minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
  • Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
  • An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.

English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.

International Students should visit http://www.cqu.edu.au/international for further information.

Each student will be assessed individually.

Security Requirements

None.

Health Requirements

None.

Assumed Knowledge

Domestics and international students please see the CQUniversity Handbook.

Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Study Mode
Online, In person
Graduate Satisfaction
74.70%

Masters (Coursework)

City, City campus
This course is designed to enable students to achieve a comprehensive and greater understanding of information technology in specialised technical or management areas for the IT professional.
Duration
2 years full-time
Study Mode
In person
Graduate Satisfaction
71.40%

Masters (Coursework)

Perth
Make your mark on major infrastructure projects with a Master of Building Information Modelling.
Study Mode
In person, Online

Masters (Coursework)

Canberra
Master a range of advanced IT skills The UC Master of Information Technology is specifically designed for those who have an Australian bachelor's degree in information and communications technology, or the equivalent, and looking to create a direct path to a more senior management position.
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Graduate Satisfaction
75.00%

Masters (Coursework)

Armidale
Information and computing technology affects all aspects of modern life and there is a worldwide shortage of ICT professionals.
Entry Requirements

A candidate shall:

(a) hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification in a relevant discipline*; or

(b) hold an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification in a relevant discipline*.

*Relevant disciplines - include but are not limited to the following:

Computing Science

Data Science

Information Systems

Information Technology

Mathematics

Software Engineering

Statistics

Duration
1.5 - 2 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Study Mode
In person, Online

Master of Computer Science overview

A Master of Computer Science can provide you with specialised knowledge in an area of technology, expanding your skills and career prospects. It will take around two years of full-time study to complete a master’s degree.

Coursework master

Coursework master’s in computer science is a good option for those who want to expand their knowledge in a specialised field. Most coursework programs in computer science are designed to provide clear pathways for specific career goals.

Research master

A masters by research degree involves the completion of an original research dissertation, but more limited in scope and nature compared to that required of a PhD. This program gives students the opportunity to specialise in a particular area of computer science and to advance their skills in preparation for positions in research and technology development.

Employment options

A master’s degree in computer science will dramatically open up your employment options, especially for top tier employers, such as Google, Tesla, or the Department of Defence, Science and Technology. Demonstrating your prowess in a particular field will improve your chances, especially if you can tailor your research or coursework experience to a particular project the employer is undertaking.

Scholarships and funding

Scholarships are offered by most universities to students taking up master’s degrees in computer science. You can check our search tool to find out about these scholarships.

Austudy is also available for Master of Computer Science courses at Edith Cowan University, La Trobe University, and the University of Wollongong. You may contact these institutions for more information. However, if you are 24 or younger, you may still qualify for Youth Allowance.

Prerequisites and selection process

Depending on institution, entry to this course typically requires students to have a related undergraduate degree (e.g. computer science, computing, ICT, mathematics, physics, electronics or statistics). Previous work experience in this field is also likely to be beneficial but not essential.