Master of Computing by Coursework

Upgrade Your Computing Qualifications

The Master of Computing by Coursework degree is a postgraduate course of advanced study in computer science and software engineering for Computing graduates, with a final year credit average, wishing to enhance computing skills, explore current technologies, and research future applications.

School of Computing and Information Systems teaching specializations include:

Systems and Networks
Multimedia and the Internet
Artificial Intelligence
Software Engineering
Mobile and Ubiquitous Computing
Computer Security

School of Computing and Information Systems research areas include:

Structure of the Master of Computing (MComp)

Students will undertake one and a half years of study (three semesters) to complete eight postgraduate coursework units and a dissertation equivalent to four units. Students may be required to undertake a two-year program which includes one semester of four advanced undergraduate units as foundation studies.

Undergraduate Units

Postgraduate Units

Thesis

Students undertake the equivalent of one full semester of applied research leading to the presentation of a dissertation. The topic will be on a subject of interest to the student and a member of academic staff.

Start Dates

There are two semesters each year at the University of Tasmania and each semester has thirteen teaching weeks. First semester starts late February and continues until June and second semester starts early July and continues until November. You can begin your Masters program in first or second semester. The course is normally offered internally at the Launceston campus.

Student Facilities and Support

The School of Computing and Information Systems is centrally located on campus, with safe, easy access to student accommodations, student services, cafeterias and social and sporting venues
The School has appointed an International Student Affairs Co-ordinator as additional support for overseas students
Small group tuition provided and readily available individual access to consult with lecturers and tutors
Individual work station and computer provided to all Masters students
24-hour access to PC, Mac ,Unix and special or research laboratories
All students have use of a student lounge, rooms for group work, a seminar room, and outdoor BBQ and function area
The School has active student groups offering a wide range of social, cultural and sporting fixtures
An active interface exists between the School of Computing and Information Systems and the Tasmanian business community
A student exchange program is offered in conjunction with many overseas universities

Teaching Assistance

As part of student training, and to provide extra financial assistance, the School of Computing and Information Systems offers part-time tutoring employment to selected post-graduate students.

English Language Requirements

The minimum English language competency requirement for postgraduate study is no band less than 6.0 in IELTS, or 233 in Computer Based TOEFL (equivalent to 575 in TOEFL), including 4.5 for written English, or a substantial proportion of prior education undertaken in English. Applicants may enrol in an English language course conducted on the University campus.

Handbook

For further information view the on-line handbook University Handbook.

Contacts

School of Computing and Information Systems
University of Tasmania
Locked Bag 1359
Launceston Tasmania 7250

Free Call: 1800 733 743
Phone: (03) 6324 3347
Fax: (03) 6324 3368
Email: Secretary@cis.utas.edu.au
Web: www.utas.edu.au/cis

International Admissions and Exchanges
University of Tasmania
Private Bag 38
Hobart Tasmania 7001

Phone: (03) 6226 2706
Fax: (03) 6226 7862
Email: International.Office@utas.edu.au
Web: www.international.utas.edu.au

(International callers must dial +61 3 6xxx xxxx).