301512 v.2 Master of Internet Studies

MInetStds(Curtin)

Introduction
This course provides skills and knowledge, and an understanding of the growth, uses and future development and application of the Internet, as well as specific education in aspects of Internet use or development for information dissemination and design, communication and community-building, policy development, and advanced research skills. It is designed to complement and extend existing knowledge, combining a general qualification with more specific educational opportunities to learn in a way that best suits existing needs and priorities. Creative overlap between current employment and study is emphasised.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A bachelors degree with an appropriate level of achievement in any field from a recognised tertiary education institution. Students unable to enrol directly into the Masters program may gain entry through enrolment in the Graduate Diploma in Internet Studies and successful completion of specified units in that course.

Specific Requirements
Students are required to have and maintain reliable Internet access.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis. Credit may be awarded for prior learning and demonstrated existing skills.

Duration and Availability
This fee-paying course is three semesters full-time study or equivalent part-time study through flexible delivery using Internet technologies, including additional classes for on-campus students.

Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed all the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Internet Studies, or the Graduate Diploma in Internet Studies may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of the Head of School. For further definition refer to the Statement and Awards section under General Information.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study. Students may incur a costfor personal Internet access.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit

Year 1 Semester 1

300579 v.3 Internet Studies 502 - Advanced Skills in Internet Use 2.0 25.0

300580 v.4 Internet Studies 503 - A Socio-technological Introduction 2.0 25.0

301498 v.2 Internet Studies 505 - Current Issues and Developments 2.0 25.0

305995 v.1 Internet Studies 506 - Cyberanalytics 2.0 25.0

100.0

Year 1 Semester 2

306034 v.1 Internet Policy and Practices Major (Graduate Internet Studies) 100.0

OR

306035 v.1 Internet Training and Development Major (Graduate Internet Studies) 100.0

OR

306036 v.1 Internet Design Major (Graduate Internet Studies) 100.0

OR

306037 v.1 Internet Content Management Major (Graduate Internet Studies) 100.0

100.0

Optional Units to Select From in Year 2 Semester 1 Hrs/Wk Credits

301495 v.3 Internet Studies 690 - Individual Project 4.0 50.0

301650 v.2 Internet Studies 600 - Advanced Learning Network Participation 2.0 25.0

301651 v.2 Internet Studies 693 - Advanced Individual Study Program 2.0 25.0

305993 v.1 Internet Studies 695 - Advanced Internet Case Studies 2.0 25.0

NB In Year 2, Semester 1 students may select alternative Masters units in consultation with the Course Coordinator, including correlate project units in the Department of Design or Department of Education.

Availability

Year Location Period Internal External
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 1 Y Y
2004 Bentley Campus Semester 2 Y Y

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations that students are eligible to be offe red and admitted to this course for the first time only.