306450 v.1 Master of Science

MSc(Curtin)

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Introduction
This research course provides an opportunity to undertake a significant study in a range of science fields. Research and thesis topics will be chosen from areas of continuing or emerging significance.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Entry requires completion at a recognised tertiary institution of a degree at Bachelor level in relevant branches of science, engineering or computer science with first or second class honours, or a postgraduate diploma in a relevant discipline. Completion of a Bachelors degree with a superior performance, together with relevant and substantial work experience, may also meet entry requirements. Refer to Regulations for the Degree of Master (By Research) in the General Information section of the Curtin Courses Handbook.

Duration and Availability
The course is two years full-time or equivalent part-time study. External study is also available.

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.

Special Note
It is a requirement that two-thirds of this course is undertaken by research and only on third by coursework.

Course Structure				Hrs/Wk	Credit
Majors, Streams or Other Core Components
306451	v.2		Masters Thesis - Centre for Regional Education

Availability

Year	Location	Period	Internal	External
2004	Kalgoorlie Campus	Research Term 1	Y
2004	Pilbara TAFE Karratha	Research Term 2	Y
2004	Pilbara TAFE Sth Hedland	Research Term 1	Y
2004	Pilbara TAFE Sth Hedland	Research Term 2	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.