Course code: 2146 Gippsland campus HECS fees applicable Attendance compulsory for some laboratory-based units
This double-degree program aims to equip graduates with the knowledge, competencies and attitudes that will enable them to pursue a computing career in a scientific setting or a career in one of the sciences supported by professional-level computing skills; foster in students an intellectual curiosity as a preparation for lifelong learning; and develop a high-quality, challenging and supportive learning environment appropriate to the needs of both on-campus and distance education students, including international students. In line with the aims, the course will suit both those planning a career in science/information technology, and those seeking to update or broaden previous qualifications.
Professional societies appropriate to the sciences offered within this double degree program include the Royal Australian Chemical Institute and Australian Institute of Energy. The course meets the requirements for level-one accreditation by the Australian Computer Society.
The
normal entry requirement is satisfactory completion of the Victorian
Certificate of Education or equivalent. Applicants will be expected to have a
study score of at least 25 in English and a study score of at least 20 in
Mathematics (any).
Students who have completed the first year of the normal Bachelor of Science or
Bachelor of Computing at the university with good academic results may be
admitted to the second year of the double degree with full credit for
appropriate first-year studies.
All distance education students will need to have access to a personal computer, modem and printer, and international students need to have unrestricted access to the internet. (Please see the reference to 'Electronic course delivery' in the Information Technology section.)
Students
enrolling in many biological, chemical, or physical science units (especially
upper-level units) must attend on-campus laboratory sessions. These sessions
are conducted in residential schools which are held once each semester and are
usually from three to seven days duration.
In addition, in some science units, optional weekend school sessions are
conducted for the benefit of students who are able to attend. These sessions
are typically of two to four hours duration, and may include lectures, seminars
or tutorials and hands-on skills workshops.
This
double degree program can normally be completed by part-time distance education
in eight years, with variation to suit individual circumstances. Students
granted credit for previous studies can of course complete the double degree in
a shorter period of time.
A total credit value of at least 192 points must be completed as follows:
One of the following majors with a total credit value of at least 96 points is to be completed:
Refer to the Bachelor of Computing entry for further details.
Units
with a total credit value of at least 96 points drawn from the Schedule of
Approved Science Units for the Bachelor of Science degree. These studies must
include:
(a) two science discipline sequences (excluding computing) consisting of:
in one discipline area across levels one,
two and three respectively and of 24 points in a second discipline area
(including at least 12 points from levels two and three)
(b) two core units:
(c) one unit from one of the following groups:
(This unit is to be drawn from a different group
from those which include the two chosen science discipline sequences in
(a).)
(d) either MAT1077 Discrete mathematics (six points) (which provides core
mathematics background for the system development and multimedia technology
majors); or MAT1097Quantitative analysis (six points) (which provides core
mathematics background for the business systems major).
Consult the BSc entry for details of available science discipline sequences.
Science units are generally assessed by assignments and tests/final examinations; in laboratory-based units, laboratory work is an integral part and counts towards assessment. Computing units are generally assessed by a combination of assignments and final examination.
Appropriate credits may be granted for approved studies completed at a recognised post-secondary institution. It is advisable that intending applicants seek advice from both the Faculty of Science and the Gippsland School of Computing and Information Technology.
For more detailed information, contact the Faculty of Science Office, Gippsland, telephone (03) 9902 6431, fax (03) 9902 6931, or the student matters officer, Gippsland School of Computing and Information Technology, telephone (03) 9902 6962, fax (03) 9902 6842.
Completed applications are to be forwarded to the Faculty of Science office, Monash University Gippsland Campus, Churchill, Victoria 3842, by 22 September 2000 to be considered for a first-round offer. Later applications will be welcome (subject to quotas).
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