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Master of Computing and Innovation M.Comp&In
2010

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Location: North Terrace Campus
Duration: 2 years (full-time or part-time? equivalent)
Degree/Award: Masters by Coursework

Program Outline

The Master of Computing and Innovation is a conversion program designed for students who wish to develop new skills in the areas of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and management and innovation. Success as an ICT professional in today’s diverse market requires not only technical computer science skills, but also expertise in innovation and project management. As ICT professionals are employed more broadly throughout different industry and government sectors there is an increasing diversity in their roles, encompassing management of ICT contracts and projects, development of applications, identification and management of ICT solutions and the marketing and selling of ICT solutions. This diversity requires ICT professionals to exhibit a high degree of technical knowledge as well as good communications and project management skills. The Master of Computing and Innovation is designed to provide these skills.

Although designed primarily as a conversion program, students with existing qualifications in Computer Science may also undertake the degree and build upon their skills in ICT and management and innovation. Such students will have the core courses requirement (i.e. the bridging program) varied to accommodate their existing knowledge.

Students undertake a specialised bridging program in their first semester, designed to address fundamental ICT requirements and familiarisation with assessment and the University of Adelaide environment. After completion of the bridging program, students will be skilled in programming in the Java language, and have knowledge of fundamental data structures and computer systems.

Students undertake a variety of core and elective courses, designed to provide skills in ICT and management and innovation, as well as a significant project designed to combine skills developed across the program.

Academic staff provide guidance and mentorship based on years of experience in ICT education and industry involvement. Award winning educators are combined with world research leaders in providing an exciting, innovative and comprehensive education environment.

Students commencing this program may, after the completion of the equivalent of a major in computer science convert to a Master of Computer Science or Master of Software Engineering program. In addition students unable to complete a Master of Computing Innovation program may be able to convert to a Graduate Diploma or Graduate Certificate program. It may also be possible to convert from a Master of Computer Science or Master of Software Engineering program to a Master of Computing Innovation.

All students intending to convert between degrees are required to contact the Faculty Office for advise on whether conversion is possible.

 

Program Structure

A 48 unit program, students undertake a specialised bridging program in their first semester, designed to address fundamental ICT requirements and familiarisation with assessment and the University of Adelaide environment. After completion of the bridging program, students will be skilled in programming in the Java language, and have knowledge of fundamental data structures and computer systems. Students undertake a variety of core and elective courses, designed to provide skills in ICT and management and innovation, as well as a significant project designed to combine skills developed across the program.

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Admission Information

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Domestic applicants

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SATAC Code 3CM111
Annual tuition fees ?
Commonwealth-supported place: $7,567
Mid-year entry? Yes
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only.
Completed Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

How to Apply ?

SATAC Code: 3CM111

International applicants

Not an international applicant? ?

IELTS Total 6 [more info]
Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $26,250
Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
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Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
Prerequisites ?
Bachelor's degree or equivalent
Equivalent Scores
IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
6
5.5
5.5
6
6

How to Apply ?

International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

Annual tuition fees ? International student place: $26,250
Mid-year entry? Subject to availability
Enquiries Student Centre

Selection Criteria ?

Graduate entry only
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Areas of Specialisation

Information and Communication Technology, Management, Innovation

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Study Plans

The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

Total units required for this program - 48 units

Year 1

Semester 1

Semester 2

  • Level III elective (3 units)
  • Level III elective (3 units)
  • ECIC elective (3 units)
  • Level III, Masters or ECIC elective (3 units)
Year 2

 Semester 1

  • Level III elective (3 units)
  • Level III elective (3 units)*
  • ECIC elective (3 units)
  • Level III, Masters or ECIC elective (3 units)

Semester 2

  • COMP SCI 7098 Master of Computing & Innovation Project (6 units)
  • COMP SCI 7015 Software Engineering and Project (3 units)*
  • Masters level or ECIC elective (3 units)

*Since COMP SCI 7015 is only available in semester 2, mid-year entry students should undertake the course in the third semester of study.

Electives

Elective choices must comply with the following rules:

  • A minimum of 12 and a maximum of 18 units of Level III courses may be undertaken 

Level III Electives

Masters Level Electives

ECIC Electives

The availability of all courses is conditional on the availability of staff and facilities and sufficient enrolments.

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Career Opportunities

Technical roles in industry, the public sector in the areas of information and communication technology, communications and project management.

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Graduate Attributes

  • Are able to apply knowledge of Computer Science fundamentals, including programming, computer and data structures and computer networks.
  • Are able to design complex systems involving both hardware, software and networks using software engineering techniques.
  • Have an appreciation of current technologies.
  • Have an appreciation of professional conduct and ethical issues in the ICT industry.
  • Are able to communicate effectively, not only with other computer scientists and software engineers, but with the community at large on information technology issues.
  • Are able to establish, manage and work within innovative and entrepreneurial enterprises.
  • Are able to demonstrate an understanding of the nature and processes of innovation, project management and commercialisation.
  • Can contribute effectively as members of multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams, with the capacity to be leaders or managers as well as effective team members.
  • Are able, by self directed study, to remain up to date with developments in their careers/professions.

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