190304 v.9 Master of Science (Computer Science)


MSc(Curtin)

This course is pending registration for International Onshore Students on Student Visas. Please contact the Curtin International Office to determine availability for International students.

Introduction

This course is subject to final University approval (by February 2005). For further information contact the Division of Engineering, Science and Computing. The course is designed to extend knowledge of computer science particularly in its application to problems of a technical, industrial and applied nature, and to increase the ability to manage research and development in a technical environment.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites

Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) or equivalent.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Recognition of prior learning of up to one year study may be given to those with an honours degree in computer science or a postgraduate diploma in computer science or equivalent.

Duration and Availability

This fee paying course is two years full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials.

Course Structure

Hrs/Wk

Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

302956 v.1   Computer Science 651 3.0 25.0
302957 v.1   Computer Science 652 3.0 25.0
  SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   50.0
  100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

6840 v.2   Computing Project 652 8.0 50.0
  SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   50.0
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 1

  SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   100.0
  100.0

Year 2 Semester 2

  SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:   100.0
  100.0
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 1 Hrs/Wk Credits
5475 v.7   Programming Languages and Design Concepts 502 3.0 25.0
5655 v.7   Computing Topics 591 3.0 25.0
5658 v.7   Computing Topics 592 3.0 25.0
12067 v.5   Database Systems 562 4.0 25.0
302972 v.2   Advanced Graphics and Visualisation 561 3.0 25.0
302973 v.2   Computer Communications 563 3.0 25.0
302974 v.2   Machine Perception 562 4.0 25.0
302975 v.1   Systems Programming and Design 561 3.0 25.0
302976 v.1   Theoretical Foundations of Computer Science 552 4.0 25.0
 
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits
309413 v.1   Data Mining 603 3.0 25.0
309414 v.1   Pattern Recognition 603 3.0 25.0
309415 v.1   Software Components 603 3.0 25.0
309416 v.1   Software Testing 603 3.0 25.0
 
 
Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Semester 2 Hrs/Wk Credits
309417 v.1   Human Computer Interface 603 3.0 25.0
309418 v.1   Formal Methods in Software Validation 603 3.0 25.0
309419 v.1   Ubiquitous Computing 603 3.0 25.0
309420 v.1   Wireless Computer Communications 603 3.0 25.0
 
N1 In year 1, other options may be available, subject to availability and approval from the Head of Department / Course Coordinator.
N2 In year 2, all 8 options may be selected, or 6 may be selected from the list, with the remaining 2 to be selected from other masters level units, subject to availability and approval from the Head of Department/Course Coordinator.
 

Availability

Availability Information has not been provided by the respective School or Area. Prospective/current students should contact the School or Area listed above for further information.