
Master of Computer Science
Liverpool, Australia
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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TUITION FEES
AUD 64,224 / per year **
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* Domestic Applicants (Direct): 30 June 2019. Late applications may be considered. International Applicants: 12 July 2019. Late applications may be considered.
** For Domestic Students: Session Fee is $16,056/year and Course Fee is $64,224/per year. For International Students: Session Fee is $16,824 per year and Course Fee is $67,296 per year.
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Introduction
Course summary
The Master of Computer Science will provide you with the skills and ability to solve complex real-world problems by integrating computer science methods with effective management strategies, and by developing and deploying computer applications. During this degree, you will be able to put theory into practice with an individual capstone project.
What you will study
You will study subjects in IT project management, advanced programming, algorithms and data structures. You can choose to complete subjects from the below four areas:
- Computational intelligence, and reasoning and learning.
- Machine-learning algorithms and big data.
- Advanced network security and computer security.
- Software requirements and specifications, and service-oriented software engineering.
You have the opportunity to specialise in one of the following majors offered at the Wollongong campus:
- Intelligent Systems
- Machine Learning and Big Data
- Network and Information Security
- Software Engineering
This degree
As a graduate of this program, you will be able to solve complex real-world problems by integrating computer science methods with effective management strategies. Through developing and using computer applications, you will be able to apply key information and expert judgement in computer software design to communicate knowledge, ideas and procedures to IT staff and external stakeholders. You will develop independent learning strategies to keep abreast of innovations in technology and computer science, industry trends and standards.
Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of a course. Students graduating from this course will be able to demonstrate:
- Solve complex real-world problems by integrating computer science methods with effective management strategies and by developing and using computer applications.
- Research, synthesise and apply key information and expert judgement in computer software design and project planning.
- Interpret theoretical, practical and professional information and communicate knowledge, ideas and procedures to both computer scientists and stakeholders.
- Employ independent learning strategies to update own knowledge in the field and keep pace with innovations in computer science techniques, industry trends and standards
- Work as an individual and as a member of a team in a manner consistent with ethical and professional standards.
Course Structure
This degree requires the satisfactory completion of:
Year 1
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
CSCI814 | IT Project Management | 6 | Offered in 2020 |
CSCI851 | Advanced Programming | 6 | Spring |
CSCI803 | Algorithms and Data Structures | 6 | Offered in 2020 |
Select one of the following | |||
CSCI835 | Database Systems | 6 | Offered in 2020 |
CSCI862 | System Security | 6 | Offered in 2021 |
CSIT826 | Human-Computer Interaction | 6 | Spring |
Plus one of the following | |||
MTS9302 | Corporate Network Management | 6 | Offered in 2020 |
ISIT925 | Strategic Network Design | 6 | Offered in 2020 |
And | |||
CSCI920 | Contemporary Topics in Computer Science | 6 | Offered in 2021 |
CSIT940 | Research Methodology | 6 | Offered in 2020 |
CSCI992 | Professional Project | 12 | Offered in 2020 |
Plus 3 subjects (18 cp) towards a major (at the Wollongong campus) plus 5 subjects (30cp) from CSCI Graduate Subject List - see listing below
OR 2 subjects (12cp) in a no major option plus 6 subjects (36cp) from CSCI Graduate Subject List - see listing below
No Major - Complete one of the following group of 2 subjects
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
Group 1 | |||
CSCI964 | Computational Intelligence^ | 6 | Offered in 2021 |
CSCI924 | Reasoning and Learning | 6 | Offered in 2020 |
Group 2 | |||
CSCI933 | Machine Learning Algorithms and Applications | 6 | Offered in 2020 |
CSCI946 | Big Data Analytics^ | 6 | Offered in 2020 |
Group 3 | |||
CSCI968 | Advanced Network Security^ | 6 | Not offered |
CSCI971 | Advanced Computer Security | 6 | Not offered |
Group 4 | |||
CSCI910 | Software Requirements, Specifications and Formal Methods^ | 6 | Offered in 2020 |
CSCI927 | Service-Oriented Software Engineering | 6 | Spring |
Please note that the subjects, marked ^, above have pre-requisites.
There is an opportunity to specialise in a major at the Wollongong campus by choosing one or more of the following majors offered:
- Intelligent Systems
- Machine Learning and Big Data
- Network and Information Security
- Software Engineering.
Intelligent Systems
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
CSCI964 | Computational Intelligence^ | 6 | Autumn |
CSCI924 | Reasoning and Learning | 6 | Spring |
CSCI944 | Perception and Planning | 6 | Spring |
Machine Learning Big Data
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
CSCI933 | Machine Learning Algorithms and Applications | 6 | Autumn |
CSCI935 | Computer Vision Algorithms and Systems | 6 | Spring |
CSCI946 | Big Data Analytics^ | 6 | Spring |
Network and Information Security
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
CSCI968 | Advanced Network Security^ | 6 | Autumn |
INFO912 | Mathematics for Cryptography | 6 | Autumn |
CSCI971 | Advanced Computer Security | 6 | Spring |
Software Engineering
Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
CSCI910 | Software Requirements, Specifications and Formal Methods^ | 6 | Autumn |
CSCI926 | Software Testing and Analysis | 6 | Autumn |
CSCI927 | Service-Oriented Software Engineering | 6 | Spring |
CSCI Graduate Subject List
Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
CSCI910 | Software Requirements, Specifications and Formal Methods | 6 | Autumn |
CSCI924 | Reasoning and Learning | 6 | Spring |
CSCI926 | Software Testing and Analysis | 6 | Autumn |
CSCI927 | Service-Oriented Software Engineering | 6 | Spring |
CSCI933 | Machine Learning Algorithms and Applications | 6 | Autumn |
CSCI935 | Computer Vision Algorithms and Systems | 6 | Spring |
CSCI944 | Perception and Planning | 6 | Spring |
CSCI946 | Big Data Analytics | 6 | Spring |
CSCI964 | Computational Intelligence | 6 | Autumn |
CSCI968 | Advanced Network Security | 6 | Autumn |
CSCI971 | Advanced Computer Security | 6 | Spring |
Cognate Subject
Students may complete 1 of these subjects. Students wishing to undertake a second subject from this list must obtain prior approval from the Course Coordinator. Further, students must seek approval from the Subject Coordinator to ensure they have assumed knowledge.
Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
CSCI941 | Advanced Topics in Computer Science A | 6 | Not offered in 2019 |
CSCI942 | Advanced Topics in Computer Science B | 6 | Not offered in 2019 |
CSCI943 | Advanced Topics in Computer Science C | 6 | Not offered in 2019 |
ECTE903 | Image and Video Processing | 6 | Spring |
INFO911 | Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery | 6 | Autumn |
INFO912 | Mathematics for Cryptography | 6 | Autumn |
INFO913 | Information Theory | 6 | Not offered in 2019 |
Why choose this course
The University of Wollongong has experts encompassing the entire breadth of the underlying sciences, IT, engineering and mathematical methodologies in the ICT industry. As one of the strongest schools for building, deploying and managing the latest computing technologies and business computing systems we work closely with industry partners to ensure all programs remain relevant to industry trends and developments. UOW ensures students study real-world projects and interact with and learn from industry professionals to ensure their job-readiness upon graduation.
Admission
A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures and the UOW College Admissions policy.
For any specific advice or questions regarding an application, please contact the Future Students Team.
Recognised Bachelor degree with an equivalent average mark of 60% in any area. Applicants with other qualifications and substantial relevant professional experience may be considered.
English Requirements for international students
The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:
IELTS Academic
- Overall Score: 6.5
- Reading: 6.0
- Writing: 6.0
- Listening: 6.0
- Speaking: 6.0
TOEFL (Internet-based)
- Overall Score: 86
- Reading: 18
- Writing: 18
- Listening: 17
- Speaking: 17
UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Credit (weighted average mark of 65 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)
Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.