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Course Information

Master of Computer Science

Effective from 01-JAN-2018 : Code I45

This coursework program is designed to meet the demand for extended computer skills, and to impart theoretical and practical knowledge required to occupy positions in computer technology across a range of industries. The course offers high-level engagement, including a work integrated learning option for high-performing students.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Work Experience Option

Students have the opportunity to seek a semester long Work Integrated Learning placement with an industry partner relevant to the ICT discipline.

Duty of care

Students, the WIL host organisation and the school's WIL Coordinator must complete a WIL documentation pack (which includes all required OSH and Risk Assessment documents) before the placement can commence.

Attendance requirements

Students are required to complete a placement which is equivalent to one semester of full-time study. Whilst attendance is negotiated with the WIL host organisation, typically students will be expected to attend 5 days a week for 12-13 weeks.

Prerequisites

Students are required to have successfully completed all pre-requisite units ,especially CSI6219 and CSI6113. Students must also have a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 65 per cent or higher across their course, or have a WAM of 70 per cent or higher for the semester preceding their application. Successful applicants for the work placement must enroll in and complete the requirements for the unit CSI6223 Work Experience Project (in place of CSI6220, CSI6221 and CSI6222).

Application process

Students are required to apply in writing to the Work Integrated Learning Coordinator (the student's Course Coordinator can advise who is the responsible staff member) upon successful completion of 120 credit points of study. Students should seek the advice of their Course Coordinator and the WIL Coordinator as to the appropriateness of pursuing the work placement option within their course structure, and also as to their eligibility to be considered.

Enrolment process

Students require written permission from the Work Integrated Learning coordinator to enroll in CSI6223. Students are also advised not to enroll in any additional units whilst undertaking their Work Integrated Learning placement.

Implications of failing

Failure to successfully complete CSI6223 Work Experience Project will necessitate completing CSI6220 Project Preparation, CSI6221 Project 1 and CSI6222 Project 2. This will add two extra semesters to the course duration as CSI6220 must be completed before commencing CSI6221 and CSI6222.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Apply advanced cognitive and technical skills to analyse complex concepts and scenarios within authentic computer science/ICT tasks and assessments.
2. Apply communication and/or collaboration skills in the design of sophisticated solutions to computer science/ICT focused tasks and assessments.
3. Reflect critically on a complex body of computer science/ICT knowledge, research principles and methods to demonstrate mastery of professional practice.
4. Use high level self-management skills to initiate, plan and execute a substantial computer science/ICT focused project.

Professional Recognition

Course

This course has been Accredited by: Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Admission requirements

• Into a 120 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor Honours degree in the same discipline; or
• Into a 180 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor degree in the same discipline; or
• Into a 180 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor Honours degree; or
• Into a 240 credit point Masters Degree, a Bachelor degree; or
• Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years appropriate professional experience.

Course Duration

• Full Time: 2 Years
• Part Time: 4 Years

Course Delivery

• Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time
• Online: Part Time, Full Time

Course Coordinator

Dr Leisa ARMSTRONG

Course Structure

Note: where students have completed undergraduate studies that contain one or more units similar to those listed above (in terms of learning outcomes and content), they should discuss unit substitution options with their Course Coordinator.

STRUCTURE 1 - for students who are NOT undertaking a Work Integrated Learning placement

STRUCTURE 2 - for students who ARE undertaking a Work Integrated Learning placement

Or alternative 6000 level elective units selected in consultation with the Course Coordinator.

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