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Master of Computer Science Edith Cowan University
Introduction
This master by coursework degree is designed to meet the demand for computing experts in an ever-evolving digital industry landscape.
Students will be exposed to contemporary computer science techniques and technologies with a strong focus on the practical application of computing and theory, process and principles. It is also relevant to those seeking to enter the IT professionals who have no previous experience in the computing discipline. The curriculum and capstone components of the course are heavily influenced by industry and offer students the opportunity to apply their expertise in authentic and real-world situations.
Admissions
Curriculum
Course Details
Semester availability
- Semester 1: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
- Semester 1: Study part-time Online
- Semester 2: Study full-time at Joondalup or Online
- Semester 2: Study part-time Online
Course Structure
Year 1 - Semester 1
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| CSI6201 | Networking Technologies | 20 |
| CSI6207 | Systems Analysis and Database Design | 20 |
| CSI6208 | Programming Principles | 20 |
Year 1 - Semester 2
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| CSI6199 | Cyber Security | 20 |
| CSI6203 | Scripting Languages | 20 |
| CSI6209 | Artificial Intelligence | 20 |
Year 2 - Semester 1
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| CSI6219 | Principles of Project Management | 20 |
| MAT6206 | Data Analysis and Visualisation | 20 |
| CSI6210 | Current Topics in Computer Science | 20 |
Year 2 - Semester 2
Students are required to enrol in either CSI6224 Applied Project or CSI6223 Work Experience Project (if approved) in their final semester of study, having completed all other course requirements.
Students enrolled in the Work Integrated Learning programme complete the following unit
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points |
| CSI6223 | Work Experience Project | 60 |
| Students NOT enrolled in the Work Integrated Learning programme complete the following unit | ||
| CSI6224 | Applied Project | 60 |
Program Outcome
Course Learning Outcomes
- Apply advanced cognitive and technical skills to analyse complex concepts and scenarios within authentic computer science/ICT tasks and assessments.
- Apply communication and/or collaboration skills in the design of sophisticated solutions to computer science/ICT focused tasks and assessments.
- Reflect critically on a complex body of computer science/ICT knowledge, research principles and methods to demonstrate mastery of professional practice.
- Use high-level self-management skills to initiate, plan and execute a substantial computer science/ICT focused project.
Career Opportunities
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the programme will be qualified to work as computing professionals including roles as developers, software engineers, systems analysts and digital architects in a wide range of areas, from programming and system development, through to project management and systems architectures.
Possible future job titles
Programmer, Systems Analyst, Systems Architect, Software Tester, Web Developer.