C03025v7 Master of Science (Research) in Computing Sciences

Overview

This course enables graduates to extend and deepen their knowledge in a specialised area of computing by undertaking research under the supervision of a member of academic staff.

The course enables students to advance themselves in their career in computing and information technology, and offers flexibility in the choice of research topic so it may be closely aligned with students' professional careers.

Career options

This course enables graduates to extend and deepen their knowledge of a specialised area of computing by undertaking research. The course enables students to advance themselves in their career in computing and information technology, and offers flexibility in the choice of research topic so it may be closely aligned with students' professional careers. Career options include positions in universities and other institutions undertaking research or other academic work, including teaching. Opportunities involving research and development also exist with national and international firms.

Admission requirements

Applicants must have completed a UTS recognised bachelor's degree, or an equivalent or higher qualification, or submitted other evidence of general and professional qualifications that demonstrates potential to pursue graduate research studies.

Previous qualifications must have a major computing component. Before submitting a formal application for admission, applicants should seek the approval of a potential supervisor for their proposed research work.

The English proficiency requirement for international students or local applicants with international qualifications is: Academic IELTS: 6.5 overall with a writing score of 6.0; or TOEFL: paper based: 550-583 overall with TWE of 4.5, internet based: 79-93 overall with a writing score of 21; or AE5: Pass; or PTE: 58-64 with a writing score of 50; or C1A/C2P: 176-184 with a writing score of 169.

Eligibility for admission does not guarantee offer of a place.

International students

Visa requirement: To obtain a student visa to study in Australia, international students must enrol full time and on campus. Australian student visa regulations also require international students studying on student visas to complete the course within the standard full-time duration. Students can extend their courses only in exceptional circumstances.

Inherent (essential) requirements

Inherent (essential) requirements are academic and non-academic requirements that are essential to the successful completion of a course.

Prospective and current students should carefully read the Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement below and consider whether they might experience challenges in successfully completing this course. This Statement should be read in conjunction with the UTS Student Rules.

Prospective or current student concerned about their ability to meet these requirements should discuss their concerns with the Academic Liaison Officer in their faculty or school and/or UTS Accessibility Service on 9514 1177 or at accessibility@uts.edu.au.

UTS will make reasonable adjustments to teaching and learning, assessment, professional experiences, course related work experience and other course activities to facilitate maximum participation by students with disabilities, carer responsibilities, and religious or cultural obligations in their courses.

For course specific information see the Faculty of Engineering & Information Technology Inherent (Essential) Requirements Statement.

Course duration and attendance

The maximum course duration is two years of full-time or four years of part-time study.

UTS: Information Technology has a strong preference for research work that proceeds at a full-time pace. However, this preference should not be seen as a deterrent to those students who wish to remain in employment. Students who are working full time are encouraged to select a topic for their research which is closely aligned with their professional work.

Course structure

Candidates are required to complete two subjects covering technology research preparation and technology research methods respectively (some candidates may be exempt from completing these subjects).

The degree is examined through presentation of a thesis.

All thesis students are required to submit, in consultation with their supervisor(s), a progress report at the end of each session. The UTS: Graduate Research School contacts each student and their supervisor(s) to initiate this process.

Course completion requirements

Other information

Further information is available from:

Graduate Research School

FEIT Research and Development Office
telephone +61 2 9514 2686
email feit.hdr@uts.edu.au