Program Overview
The Computer Science at Curtin University is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 36,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 26,900 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Bentley, 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
- Science Masters Research Methodologies
- Computer Science Project 1
- Computer Science Project
- Project in Computer Science
- Introduction to Cryptography
- Distributed Computing Security Issues
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Australian & NZ students
You must have a bachelor degree in science and have achieved competency in computer science or a related discipline to the level of second year tertiary study.
International students
IELTS: 6.5
Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): Grade C
Pearson Test of English Academic: 58
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 36,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 26,900 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 36,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 26,900 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Curtin 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.
About Curtin University
Curtin University
Suburban and regional with multiple sites, Mauritius
Curtin University (previously Curtin University of Technology and Western Australian Institute of Technology) is an Australian public research university based in Bentley, Perth, Western...
University Profile- Start Date 2018-02-26
- Language English
- Duration 24 months