Master of Applied Cybernetics

At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and the Policy: English language requirements for admission . Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not guarantee entry into the program. In line with the university's admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, professional experience, English language proficiency and diversity factors. The University reserves the right to alter or discontinue its programs and change admission requirements as needed. Diversity factors & English language proficiency As Australia's national university, ANU is global representative of Australian research and education. ANU endeavours to recruit and maintain a diverse and deliberate student cohort representative not only of Australia, but the world. In order to achieve these outcomes, competitive ranking of applicants may be adjusted to ensure access to ANU is a reality for brilliant students from regional Australia and countries across the globe. If required, competitive ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency. Specific Requirements Entry into the Master of Applied Cybernetics is based on a competitive two-stage selection process. Stage one is based on evaluation of: a. cover letter addressing the program selection criteria; A track record of outputs illustrating intellectual leadership in your field, such as (but not limited to): Awards, grants and projects secured; Publications, media, policy briefings, outreach activities, guidelines and training delivered; IP, products and product concepts created A demonstrated ability to communicate complex ideas across disciplines, media and sectors, to a range of audiences. A demonstrated ability to operate with a high degree of flexibility and openness to calculated risk-taking. Demonstrated determination and resilience. Aptitude for working in uncertain and fast changing environments. Demonstrated aptitude for interdisciplinary / transdisciplinary collaboration Individual and/or group-based professional / entrepreneurial / community service contributions. Experience in one or multiple of these fields (highly regarded): education, policy, technology, business, the arts, science, engineering, computing, social sciences, and entrepreneurship. Ability to operate across disciplinary silos. Ability to think laterally and critically. Collaborative and mission-driven mindset. b. portfolio piece; c. a full curriculum vitae clearly identifying periods of full-time and part-time professional experience; d. either a statement from the current employer confirming relevant experience; or both a statement as at why this cannot be provided and the contact details of two professional referees who can verify the experience. Stage two is based on an interview with the selection panel. It is at discretion of the selection panel to seek further information to support claims made through the application process. This may involve a larger portfolio of academic, professional and/or creative works. Applications are to be lodged at on the School of Cybernetics website: https://cybernetics.anu.edu.au/education/masters/. Assumed level of knowledge for program Although not formal entry requirements, the following level of cognate study in any discipline, or relevant professional experience is assumed. A Bachelor degree with honours or international equivalent, or higher qualification, and GPA of 5/7; or A Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 5/7 and a minimum of 3 years full-time, relevant work experience at ANZSCO Skill Level 1; or GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test), completed no more than 5 years before the time of application, with a minimum score of 600 (minimum 5.0 in Analytical Writing) and a minimum of 8 years full-time, relevant work experience; or GRE General test, completed no more than 5 years before the time of application, with a minimum score of 155 for Verbal Reasoning, 155 for Quantitative Reasoning and 4.0 in Analytical Writing and a minimum of 8 years full-time, relevant work experience; or A minimum of 15 years of full time, relevant work experience at ANZSCO Skill Level 1 -?http://www.ausstats.abs.gov.au/ausstats/subscriber.nsf/0/DF6EC104F9730D3ECA2575DF001CB71D/$File/12200_first%20edition%20revision%201.pdf