Course code: 2402 Gippsland campus Full-fee-paying course: unit fee $1200; international student unit fee $1937.50 per six-point unit
The course provides a broad program in information technology, enabling students to select specific areas for in-depth study, or to construct a program from a range of suitably advanced units. It aims to provide the conceptual and theoretical framework in which students can appreciate and integrate new software and hardware technologies, and, within an information technology context, use them to develop solutions to complex problems. The course deepens students' theoretical knowledge in specific areas so that they will have the intellectual and conceptual foundation to play leading roles in the development of the information technology industry.
A first degree which is recognised as equivalent to an Australian bachelors degree in computing or closely related disciplines.
Computer and internet access requirements as specified in the 'Electronic course delivery' section of the distance education handbook.
The
course consists of 72 points of coursework units. The 72 points may include six
or 12 points of individual project work or can comprise of 48 points of units
plus a 24-point minor thesis. At least four units (24 points) must be taken
from units labelled group two.
At least eight from the following:
Remaining units from the following:
Either of the following:
Not more than four postgraduate units with a maximum of two 9000-level units, offered by other faculties of Monash University, with approval from head of school or nominee. Detailed unit descriptions can be found at http://www.gscit.monash.edu.au
A combination of assignments and final examination for each unit. A pass is required in the final examination to pass the unit.
Advanced standing of up to 24 points is available to applicants who hold a suitable postgraduate qualification or who have a four-year honours degree with a significant emphasis on information technology.
For more detailed information, contact the Student Matters Officer, Gippsland School of Computing and Information Technology, email gscit@infotech.monash.edu.au
Completed applications are to be forwarded to the Student Matters Officer, Gippsland School of Computing and Information Technology, Monash University, Churchill, Victoria 3842, by 22 September 2000 to be considered for a first-round offer. Applications received after that date, but before 24 November 2000, will be considered for a second round of offers. Later applications may be considered if places are available.
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