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class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="overview"> Overview Further your research skills and contribute to advancements in computer science. As a computer science masters by research candidate, you have the flexibility to pursue an individual topic, or contribute to one of our existing research areas. You will join an active research community and work with academics, peers and partner organisations who have demonstrated research success in a range of specialities, including: artificial intelligence machine learning data science and analytics distributed systems and networking heuristic optimisation information retrieval and web search software engineering. RMIT's success is demonstrated in international university rankings, with computer science at RMIT being placed in the top 200 universities in the Shanghai Jiao Tong rankings and joint sixth in Australia for computer science and information systems in the 2015 QS World University rankings. The Australian Research Council identified our research in Artificial Intelligence and Image Processing and Information Systems as above world standard in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) reports. Research collaborations There are many research collaborations with national and international institutes, centres, groups and partners, including strategic partnerships with: NICTA RMIT Data Analytics Lab Australian-India Research Centre for Automation Software Engineering (AICAUSE) Explore research centres and collaborations Support Throughout your candidature, you will be supported through: expert supervision participation in high-quality professional development programs delivered by RMIT's School of Graduate Research access to RMIT’s extensive facilities, laboratories and equipment and those of our partners. Connect with the School of Graduate Research Research scholarships Computer science master by research candidates may be eligible for a range of scholarships including: Australian Postgraduate Awards – funded by the Australian Government PhD and Research Masters Scholarships – funded by RMIT University. Explore research scholarships <div
Where You Can Study
Melbourne
124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Eligibility
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="admissions"> Entry requirements and admissions Expand all sections Collapse all sections Minimum requirements for admission Prerequisites Selection tasks Minimum requirements for admission The minimum requirements for admission to a master by research program are: a bachelor degree requiring at least four years of full-time study in a relevant discipline awarded with honours. The degree should include a research component comprised of a thesis, other research projects or research methodology courses that constitute at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent). The applicant must have achieved at least a credit average in the final year; or evidence of appropriate academic qualifications and/or experience that satisfies the Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research Training and Development or nominee that the applicant has developed knowledge of the field of study or cognate field and the potential for research sufficient to undertake the proposed program. At RMIT a grade of credit represents academic achievement of 60% or higher. Prerequisites None Selection tasks These entrance requirements are the minimum academic standard you must meet in order to be eligible to apply for the program. You will need to complete a selection task as part of your application. A selection process will be conducted in conjunction with the School and supervisors you nominate. For further information on the steps you need to take to apply for a research program see How to apply – Research programs . Expand all sections Collapse all sections Minimum requirements for admission Prerequisites Selection tasks English language requirements Minimum requirements for admission The minimum requirements for admission to a master by research program are: a bachelor degree requiring at least four years of full-time study in a relevant discipline awarded with honours. The degree should include a research component comprised of a thesis, other research projects or research methodology courses that constitute at least 25% of a full-time academic year (or part-time equivalent). The applicant must have achieved at least a credit average in the final year; or evidence of appropriate academic qualifications and/or experience that satisfies the Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Research Training and Development or nominee that the applicant has developed knowledge of the field of study or cognate field and the potential for research sufficient to undertake the proposed program. At RMIT a grade of credit represents academic achievement of 60% or higher. Prerequisites None Selection tasks Research proposal and supervisor Proposal You must attach a substantive research proposal that is 2 to 5 pages in length which articulates the intent, significance and originality of the proposed topic using the following headings: a) title / topic b) research questions to be investigated in the context of existing research/literature in the area c) significance and impact of the research d) methodology / research tasks required to undertake the research e) particular needs (e.g. resources, facilities, fieldwork or equipment that are necessary for your proposed research program, if applicable) Supervisor Your application will not be considered if you have not discussed your research topic with a proposed senior and associate supervisor or joint senior supervisors. You must provide the names of the academic staff in the school you have applied to and with whom you have discussed your proposed research. For further information on the steps you need to take to apply for a research program see How to apply – Research programs . English language requirements To study this course you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests: IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0) TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT) for Australia: minimum overall score of 79 (with minimum of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking and 21 in Writing) Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE (A)): minimum score of 58 (with no communication band less than 50) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): minimum of 176 with no less than 169 in any component. Note: RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing. For detailed information on English language requirements and other proficiency tests recognised by RMIT, visit English language requirements and equivalency information . Don't meet the English language test scores? Complete an English Language Pathways (Academic English) Advanced at RMIT University Pathways (RMIT UP). <div
Career & Study Pathways
class="m-0 section-title__container anchorname" id="career"> Career A masters degree with a foundation for further studies into a PhD as well as employment in senior leadership and management research-based positions in a variety of government, non-government and corporate organisations. <div
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
ACS
Common Questions
RMIT has an award-winning $32-million biosciences building at the Bundoora campus, which is at the centre of their biomedical science courses. Students can learn to use cutting-edge equipment such as a 3D anatomy visualisation and virtual dissection tool.
RMIT's biomedical science programs allow you to specialise in areas such as laboratory medicine, pharmaceutical sciences, and biomedical research, including fields like cancer therapy, drug development, stem cell research, and diagnostic pathology.
RMIT helps students graduate work-ready through industry placements or partnered research projects. Students also learn from practising industry professionals, benefiting from their wealth of industry experience and network of contacts.
Graduates can pursue careers as biomedical engineers, healthcare consultants, medical laboratory scientists, medical marketers, pharmaceutical scientists, pharmacists, public health administrators, and research scientists.
RMIT considers you a local student if you are a citizen or permanent resident of Australia, a New Zealand citizen, a person seeking asylum who holds either a temporary protection or humanitarian visa, or a bridging visa that is linked to a humanitarian, protection, or refugee application.
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