Master of Computer Science

The course is offered under two admission rules. Rule A applies if you have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Rule B applies if you have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline. Each rule has its own Course Structure (Program of Study).

Yes, the Master of Computer Science is available online. Most students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support and fit study around work and family commitments. Note that if you hold a Student Visa you cannot study completely online; you must be enrolled as an on-campus student.

The Master of Computer Science takes 1.5 or 2 years full-time, or up to 6 years part-time. The course consists of 16 units (96 credit points), which may be reduced with Advanced Standing.

You will work with industry-leading technologies and complete core units covering topics such as web programming, user experience and interaction design, artificial intelligence and machine learning. You will also have the opportunity to select from a wide range of elective units such as GIS, advanced statistics, linear algebra and multivariable calculus. The course includes a combination of coursework and research, and you can work on a capstone research project or produce a thesis in computer science/IT.

Yes, upon successful completion of the thesis component of the Master of Computer Science, you may apply for admission to PhD candidature.