Program Overview
The Computer Science at RMIT University is a Master programme in Computer Science & IT over 18 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Computer Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 18 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 30,720 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 24,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Computer Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- ["You\'ll undertake a major research or industry based project, which will enhance your understanding of computer science fundamentals, and develop your skills in research, communication and project management.", "On graduation you\'ll have excellent programming skills, be capable of designing, implementing and maintaining complex software systems, and be able to readily adapt to new advances in the rapidly changing information technology environment.", \'This program aims to help you develop and apply the knowledge and skills that are essential to be employed as a capable software developer, with potential to move into a leadership role.\', \'Through the Master of Computer Science you will move from theory to the practice of coding solutions to real-world problems. It will also provide you the opportunities to undertake further studies in research, including Master of Computer Science by Research and PhD in Computer Science.\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You must have successfully completed an Australian Bachelor degree (or equivalent overseas qualification) in Computer Science; Software, Computer, Network Engineering; or Information Technology with a minimum of 60% average/Credit or a GPA of at least 2.0 (out of 4.0).
You may also be considered if you have a minimum five years of current, relevant work experience or professional practice as a Programmer (web, application, database); Software engineer; System, functional or business analysis; Information, system or enterprise archit; ICT Manager.
English language requirements:
To study this program you will need to complete one of the following English proficiency tests:
- IELTS (Academic): minimum overall band of 6.5 (with no individual band below 6.0)
- TOEFL (Paper based): minimum score of 580 (TWE 4.5)
- TOEFL (Internet Based Test - IBT): minimum overall score of 92 (with minimum of 20 in all sections)
- Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE A)): minimum score of 58 (with no band less than 50)
- Cambridge English Advanced (CAE): CAE Grade B (with no band less than Good)
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 30,720 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 24,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 30,720 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 24,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact RMIT University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 18 months