GraduateComputer Science
Master of Computing and Security by Research
Edith Cowan University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
The Master of Computing and Security by Research at Edith Cowan University provides advanced, research-based study in theoretical and applied areas of computing or security science. The course extends knowledge in the discipline alongside knowledge of research methods, and students undertake a significant independent research investigation resulting in a thesis relevant to computing or security. The degree develops advanced technical and analytical capability and prepares graduates for research careers or for progression to a PhD.
Fees & duration
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Course structure
- Semester 1 of Year 1 covers Research Proposal Preparation and Research Preparation: Principles and Approaches
- then Master Research Preparation and an elective chosen with the Course Coordinator in Semester 2. From Year 2
- students are enrolled in the Master Thesis unit
- re-enrolling each semester until submission for examination. Total: up to 2 years full time equivalent
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Admissions
Academic admission requirements (Band 8) may be satisfied through completion of one of the following: a bachelor degree in a cognate discipline, or, where accepted, equivalent prior learning including at least five years of relevant professional experience.
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