Master of Information Sciences (Research) - 861AA

Course Code:	861AA
Course Version:	2
Location:	UC - Canberra, Bruce
Faculty:	Faculty of Science and Technology
Discipline(s):	Academic Program Area - Technology
CRICOS Code:	055937G
English Language Requirements:	Academic IELTS of 6.5 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0

Break new ground with your talent for IT

Do you have a degree in information sciences, such as a Bachelor of Business Informatics, Bachelor of Information Technology or Bachelor of Software Engineering?

A Master of Information Sciences (Research) lets you extend your knowledge and make valuable new contributions to the pioneering field of information technology (IT).

Complete your Master of Information Sciences (Research) at UC to:

undertake advanced coursework and research in:
- statistics
- business informatics
- mathematics
- information systems
- network engineering
- software engineering
- artificial intelligence
- other engineering and information technology related areas.
learn important research methodology and techniques
tailor your study program with the detailed support of expert academics
demonstrate your communication skills with the submission of a thesis and the presentation of a seminar.

Important to know

The master’s is a standard four semesters full time or equivalent, with a maximum eight semesters.
You must have a degree in information sciences with an average grade of credit or better.
Alternatively, you must have a Master of Technology or equivalent with an average grade of credit or better and evidence that you are capable of doing research at master’s level.

Enquiries

Prospective Students - Domestic: E study@canberra.edu.au P 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) W www.canberra.edu.au/future-students
Prospective Students - International: E international@canberra.edu.au P +61 2 6201 5342 F +61 2 6201 5040 W www.canberra.edu.au/future-students
Current and Commencing Students: Please contact the University Student Centre by Email student.centre@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727

Admission Requirements

The entry requirements of the course are:
- a degree in information sciences (such as Bachelor of Business Informatics, Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Software Engineering) with an average grade of credit or better; or
- a Master of Technology or equivalent with an average grade of credit or better and evidence of capacity for doing research at the Masters level (as per Gold Book 3.4.4.1-2).

Assumed Knowledge

None.

Periods Course is Open to New Admissions

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Year	Location	Domestic	International
2021	UC - Canberra, Bruce	Research Semester 1 Research Semester 2	Research Semester 1 Research Semester 2
2022	UC - Canberra, Bruce	Research Semester 1 Research Semester 2	Research Semester 1 Research Semester 2
2023	UC - Canberra, Bruce	Research Semester 1 Research Semester 2	Research Semester 1 Research Semester 2

Course Requirements

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Master of Information Sciences (Research) (48 credit points)
Required Units - Must pass 6 credit points as follows
Restricted Choice - 42 credit points from the following
- Coursework - Must pass 12 credit points from the following
  - 12cp from PG level units offered by the Faculty of Information Sciences and Engineering as approved by the Course Convener.
- Thesis - Must pass 30 credit points as follows
  - Note:
    - A specific program of coursework, research methodology and research will be developed with each student and the appropriate award (M InfSc or ME) selected.
    - Research Education Program - Candidates are also required to complete a Research Education Program to acquire the generic skills and attributes identified as appropriate for graduates of postgraduate
    - This program and selected award will be reflected in the student's Learning Plan and will be used in assessing milestones and for thesis examination purposes.
    - research programs at the University.

In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you may need to meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course

Awards

Award(s)	Official Abbreviation
Master of Information Sciences (Research)	MInfSc (Research)

Alternate Exit Awards

Master of Engineering (Research)

Typical Study Pattern

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UC - Canberra, Bruce
- Standard Full Time, Semester 1 Commencing
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  - Year 1
    - Research Semester 1
      - Inf. Sc. Research Proposal R (6798) - 3 cp, Level R
      - Master of Inf. Sc. Thesis R FT (6802) - 12 cp, Level R
    - Research Semester 2
      - Inf. Sc. Research Methodology PG (6797) - 3 cp, Level P
      - Master of Inf. Sc. Thesis R FT (6802) - 12 cp, Level R
  - Year 2
    - Research Semester 1
      - Master of Inf. Sc. Thesis R FT (6802) - 12 cp, Level R
    - Research Semester 2
      - Master of Inf. Sc. Thesis R FT (6802) - 12 cp, Level R

Please refer to the tab to view Course Requirements, check unit details and select Restricted Choice Units for the course. Please note not all units are offered in each teaching period.

Unit Delivery Modes

The University offers a wide range of delivery options to help you balance study with other commitments. Units within this degree may be available to be studied in the following delivery modes:

UC - Canberra, Bruce

On Campus:	The unit is delivered on-campus and face to face, supplemented with online content. Most classes are run on weekdays and during business hours.
Research:	The unit is research focused. Attendance at regular classes in not required, however on-campus, face to face activity may be necessary.

To find out more about delivery modes that are available for units in this course please visit

Information for Fee Paying Students

Year	Domestic	International
2021	$22,800	$27,800

The fees detailed above are the annual fee rates for the course based on a full time load. Domestic students should note that you are provided for under the Australian Government's Research Training Program (RTP) funding model, which provides a fee offset for your fees for the standard duration of your course. Once your RTP entitlement is consumed, you will be charged the fee rate for the current year, noting that fees are indexed annually. Further information on fees for higher degree by research students can be found here.

Course Learning Outcomes

Course Objectives	Graduate Qualities
Knowledge of the latest development in the relevant disciplines of information and communication technology, information systems, computer sciences, and network engineering, and being able to conduct research independently and/or work in a team.	Analysis and enquiry Working independently and with others
Solid foundation of the relevant theories and the basic principles relevant disciplines of information and communication technology, information systems, computer sciences, and network engineering; from the foundation to acquire up-to-date knowledge and skills in the future.	Analysis and enquiry Personal attributes: critical thinking, reflective practice, thriving in an environment of change
Communication skills in listening, reading, speaking, explaining, teaching, and writing from and to audiences of different backgrounds and papers of different scops and levels.	Professionalism and social responsibility Communication; Problem solving Working independently and with others
Expertise and skills in research to test established theories against a body of knowledge in IT fields; expertise and skills in designing and testing hypothesis for problem solving and conducting research; expertise and skills in contributing new knowledge and skills to the IT fields.	Analysis and enquiry Problem solving Personal attributes: critical thinking, reflective practice, thriving in an environment of change
Advanced knowledge of applying research methods in solving outstanding research problems and contribution of knowledge by publishing peer reviewed research papers.	Analysis and enquiry Communication; Problem solving Personal attributes: critical thinking, reflective practice, thriving in an environment of change

Course Duration

Standard four semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum eight semesters.

Offerings

Past Offerings
- 2015->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2016->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2017->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2018->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2020->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal

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