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Computer Science

Edith Cowan University
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Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Delivery Hybrid
Location Joondalup, Australia
Language English

Program Overview

The Computer Science at Edith Cowan University is a MSc programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered Hybrid. 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

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: Hybrid
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Location: Joondalup, Australia

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Computer Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:

  1. Software Engineer / Developer
  2. Data Scientist
  3. Machine Learning Engineer
  4. IT Project Manager
  5. Cybersecurity Analyst
  6. Cloud Solutions Architect

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Research Preparation: Principles and Approaches
  2. Advanced Scripting Languages
  3. Network Forensics
  4. Software Design
  5. Principles of Distributed Systems
  6. Computer Forensics
  7. Fundamentals of Software Engineering

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

All applicants are required to have a Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) with a Weighted Average Mark (WAM) of 60 per cent or higher. Students with an equivalent of eight to eleven Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) units, or whose course did not contain certain expected studies, may be required to complete bridging units, with equivalents considered. Alternatively students can apply who have a Graduate Diploma of Science (Computer Studies) with a WAM of 70 per cent or better (students may be required to complete bridging units), with equivalents considered. Additionally students must have completed a computing project at a Bachelor or Graduate Diploma level, or have an appropriate level of relevant work experience.
Minimum requirement
  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) - PTE Academic 64, with no score less than 58 for postgraduate standard entry courses

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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About Edith Cowan University

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Edith Cowan University

Joondalup, Australia

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  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months
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