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Master of Computing and Innovation
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- International
About Degree
A competitive edge in computing
Information technology (IT) professionals are faced with new challenges every day. Technical computer science skills are no longer all that’s needed to get the job done.
Our Master of Computing and Innovation is designed to build the communication, project management and innovation skills needed to thrive in a growing industry.
What will you do?
- Undertake a specialised introductory IT program in your first semester.
- Learn C++ language and programming.
- Understand fundamental data structures and computer systems.
- Benefit from the guidance and mentorship of highly experienced, award-winning educators and world-leading researchers.
- Learn to design and construct large software systems.
- Build management and innovation skills through core courses.
- Apply your learning in a significant project.
This degree will still be invaluable if you already have computer science qualifications. We’ll simply vary your program to reflect your existing knowledge.
Where could it take you?
You’ll graduate ready to take on a wide range of IT-based roles. You could be a computer scientist, web developer or tech entrepreneur. You might manage IT contracts and projects in the government sector. Perhaps you’ll work in marketing, selling exciting new IT products to the public.
Note: After completing the equivalent of a major in computer science, you’ll be eligible to apply for entry into our Master of Computer Science. Depending on your prior study, this major may take up to 2 years to complete. Options for converting to a graduate diploma or graduate certificate program are also available. If you’re looking to convert between programs, seek advice from the Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology, as not all courses can be counted towards the new program.
This program is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) – please see the Careers section below for more accreditation and careers information.
Entry Requirements
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.I am a:
- Domestic
- International
Domestic applicants
| SATAC Code | 3CM111 |
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| Deferment | Yes - 2 year |
| Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
| Higher Education Study | A completed Bachelor's degree or equivalent, with a minimum GPA of 4.5. |
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Student Profile
| Applicant background | Semester one/Full year intake 2022 | |
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| Number of students | Percentage of all students | |
| International students | 29 | 96.7% |
| All students | 30 | 100.0% |
International applicants
| CRICOS | 064441A |
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| Intake | February and July |
Selection Criteria
English Language Requirements
| Australian Year 12 | Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject | ||||||||||||
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| Qualifications that meet minimum English requirements | A range of alternative qualifications may meet the University’s minimum English requirements | ||||||||||||
Academic Entry Requirements
Detailed information on international qualifications assessment
| Tertiary Qualifications | Bachelor degree or equivalent with a minimum GPA of 4.5 | |
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How to Apply
Student Profile
| Applicant background | Semester one/Full year intake 2022 | |
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| Number of students | Percentage of all students | |
| International students | 29 | 96.7% |
| All students | 30 | 100.0% |
Fees and Scholarships
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant fees and scholarships information for this program.I am a:
- Domestic
- International
- recieve a zero interest government assistance package to cover your course fees and
- use over $100,000 in HELP assistance over your lifetime
Domestic applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees | Australian Full-fee place: $35,500 |
Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Find a Scholarship.
FEE-HELP
This program is an Australian full-fee program. As a domestic student you may be eligible to:- recieve a zero interest government assistance package to cover your course fees and
- use over $100,000 in HELP assistance over your lifetime
International applicants
| Indicative annual tuition fees (24 units) | International student place: $48,000 |
Where the standard duration of the program is less than one year the full cost of the program is displayed.
More information on International Student tuition fees.
Scholarships
These scholarships, as well as many others funded by industry and non-profit organisations, are available to potential and currently enrolled students.
Find a Scholarship.
FEE-HELP
This program is an Australian full-fee program. As a domestic student you may be eligible to:Careers
Career Readiness
Graduates are well prepared for technical roles in industry and the public sector in the areas of information and communication technology, communications and project management.
The University of APSB Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.
Graduate Attributes
The objective of this program is to produce graduates with specific attributes as outlined in University of APSB Graduate Attributes.
- Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
- Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
- Teamwork and communication skills
- Professionalism and leadership readiness
- Intercultural and ethical competency
- Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultural competency
- Digital capabilities
- Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Professional Accreditation
The Master of Computing and Innovation is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) . It is designed to provide a professional qualification in computing and information technology and also provides the necessary academic requirements for membership of the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE) and the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) .
Potential careers
Communications Technologist, Computer Scientist, Information and Communications Technologist, Information Technologist, IT Manager, Project Manager, Software Engineer, Software Developer, Computer Programmer, Internet - Web Programmer
Degree Structure
- eight (27 units) core foundation courses
- three (12 units) core electives
- one (9 units) research courses
Academic Program Rules
The Calendar is a comprehensive handbook of the University's academic program rules.
Example Study Plan
| Core Course Students must complete all of the following courses: |
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| Core Electives, choice of 2: |
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| Research Project |
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| Data and Information Management stream electives, choose one of: |
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| General electives, choose at least one (maximum of three): |
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| Advanced electives (choose up to two) OR Any course offered by the Entrepreneurship, Commercialisation and Innovation Centre (ECIC) to the value of up to 6 units may be taken. |
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Assessment
Project work, written assignments, practical work and/or examinations.
