Postgraduate Computer Science and Information Technology. make i.t. happen

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1 2009 Postgraduate Computer Science and Information Technology make i.t. happen

2 RMIT University RMIT University has a long and proud tradition of providing workrelated education and undertaking practical and relevant research that reflects business and community aspirations. Formed in 1887, the University has grown to become one of the largest in the country and has built a worldwide reputation for excellence in vocational and technical education and research. More than students study at RMIT campuses in Melbourne and regional Victoria, Vietnam, online, by distance education, and at partner institutions throughout the world. A vibrant alumni community now stretches across more than 100 countries. Postgraduate study at RMIT University can be a new beginning, an opportunity to change direction, or a chance to build on a previous degree. With strong links to industry, RMIT ensures students receive the most relevant educational experience and access to cutting-edge technology to equip them with the skills to succeed. The University boasts graduate employment rates above the national average. RMIT is a member of the Australian Technology Network (ATN), a powerful coalition of five leading Australian technology-oriented universities that share a heritage of working with industry and a united vision to provide career-driven education for tomorrow s leaders. Living and studying in Melbourne Melbourne, the capital of Victoria, Australia, is a modern, sophisticated and vibrant city in southern Australia. Known for its sporting, cultural and arts events, Melbourne boasts a staggering number of restaurants, interesting architecture, café culture, nightclubs, fantastic shopping, and a myriad of festivals, theatres and world-renowned galleries. Melbourne is a relatively modern city which is less than 200 years old, but which never sits still. New futuristic designs add to the fascinating mix of architecture and ensure the skyline is constantly changing. Melbourne is very much about lifestyle. It is no surprise to the people who live here that Melbourne is consistently named in international polls as one of the world s most liveable cities. Melbourne offers a safe clean environment to live in; an extensive public transport system including trains, trams and buses; a pleasant Mediterranean climate; easy access to beaches, the countryside and the rest of Australia; and convenient and extensive shopping facilities from large purpose-built shopping centres to specialist boutiques hidden in the city s many laneways. Melbourne s four million residents come from all over the world and their cultural, religious and racial backgrounds are celebrated through festivals and in the day-to-day life of the city. RMIT University s main campus is located in the centre of the city, making it an ideal location to study while enjoying the delights of Melbourne. Student support services The University offers a number of support services for local and international students, ranging from advice about learning and study skills, finance and legal matters, housing/accommodation, careers and employment, childcare, counselling and transition to facilities available to students (Union, Student Union, international student information centre, study facilities, libraries, meeting rooms). For further information visit International applicants are advised to contact RMIT International Services regarding accommodation, living costs and additional support services before making an application. For further information visit The School of Computer Science and Information Technology has two full-time dedicated staff with postgraduate qualifications in education who are available to assist students with teaching and learning issues and more. Every effort has been made to ensure the information contained in this publication is accurate and current at the date of printing. For the most up-to-date information, please refer to the RMIT University web site before lodging your application. Prepared January RMIT University Provider Code: 00122A.

3 Contents Introduction... 2 Our degree names... 2 Which masters degree is right for me?... 3 Case studies... 3 Computing... 4 Internet and Web Computing... 6 Information Technology... 8 Software Engineering Computer Science Enterprise Architecture Application details Application closing dates Entrance requirements Fees Scholarships Computer Science and IT Corporate Partner Program Computer Science and IT Alumni Loyalty Program International Commencing Scholarships... 17

4 2009 POSTGRADUATE School of Computer Science and Information Technology RMIT s School of Computer Science and Information Technology is renowned for research and teaching in the practical software-side of IT. Students ranked the School very highly for teaching excellence in the most recent surveys of 2006 and One of our professors was awarded an elite Australia-wide Carrick citation for Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning in 2007, and another has been appointed to the Australian Research Council s College of Excellence. The School has two full-time staff members, with postgraduate degrees in education, who are on-call exclusively to students in the School of Computer Science and Information Technology (CSIT). We currently have approximately 60 PhD students. All Australian universities together award a single prize for the best PhD thesis across Australia. Of the most recent, the School of Computer Science and Information Technology has been awarded two out of four. We have approximately a 90 per cent employment rate for graduates. The CSIT industry advisory committee works with RMIT to ensure that programs are relevant to industry. Our committee and prize sponsors include Agilent Technologies, ANZ, Dimension Data, the Marlo Group, Hewlett Packard, IBM, the Australian Computer Society, Infosys, Microsoft, and Oracle. We are the leading provider of computer science and information technology programs in Victoria. All CSIT programs are run from the RMIT City campus located in the central business district of multi-cultural Melbourne. Conveniently, we are across the road from Melbourne Central train station in the heart of the city. RMIT s degree names The terms information technology, computer science, computing, information systems, informatics, information science and computer engineering are commonly used to name degrees around the world. Whether it s a Bachelor of Information Technology or Master of Information Systems, generally speaking the terms are not uniformly defined and cover different aspects. Not only can they cover different material in two different countries, even in the one city there can be two degrees with the same name, which have a very different focus. Importantly, prospective employers are guided by the list of specific courses which were completed as part of a degree rather than the degree name itself. The School of Computer Science and IT offers a choice of specialisations in each of the Masters degrees. These areas of specialisation are well recognised by industry and include: software engineering, computer security, networking and distributed systems, advanced databases, intelligent systems, web systems, bioinformatics, and search engines. There are many different directions from which the study of computers can be approached. All the degrees in the School of Computer Science and Information Technology approach from the standpoint of the software developer, team leader, software project manager or enterprise architect. The focus is on software, as opposed to hardware (engineering), business (management and/or logistics and planning) or information security (mathematics). It is not where you have come from with your first qualification, but rather where you want to be able to go. If you want to know all about software, then the programs described in this brochure will suit you. 2 RMIT 2009 Postgraduate computer science and Information Technology

5 Introduction Which masters degree is right for me? RMIT offers you a flexible program design, combined with practical, hands-on study. There are three related degrees, each of one-and-ahalf years duration full-time (or three years part-time): Master of Computing (MC062) Master of Information Technology (MC061) Master of Internet and Web Computing (MC063) The Master of Computer Science (MC060) is an extension of any of the above degrees (two years total full-time duration). Students are able to apply to transfer from any of these programs to the two-year Master of Computer Science at any stage during their studies. To help understand the differences, please refer to the case studies in the next column. For further advice, please ipgs@cs.rmit.edu.au Please note: part-time study is not available for international students. Case studies Leah runs a small business and wants to understand how computers solve business problems and how she can improve her business with new skills. Leah s focus is on the web and e-commerce, so she enrols in the Master of Internet and Web Computing (MC063). This degree suites Leah who wants to gain skills specifically connected to internet and web-based applications, rather than generalist software IT skills. Mona has an undergraduate degree, which included software courses. Initially, Mona considered enrolling in the Master of Information Technology (MC061) or a Master of Business, as she felt she already had technical skills from her first degree. However after talking to Mona it is apparent that much of her knowledge is theoretical and in reality Mona lacks technical skills. The Master of Computing (MC062) is the most flexible degree and ideal for students like Mona. Her choice of courses will be made when she enrols, and she won t have to relearn what she already knows. Mona can take courses that will improve her practical skills to ensure that she will be job-ready. RMIT staff will provide support and advice to help Mona decide on her area of specialisation. If she wants Mona can also enrol in the two year Master of Computer Science (MC060) or transfer into the Masters degree (with full credit transfer) after a semester of study. Talya completed her computer science and engineering degree and can easily write large programs in Java and C and has used UML tools in software design. She has also used SQL through systems such as Oracle. Talya knows about data communications and networking and she can understand concurrency control in operating systems as well as complexity of algorithms and the rudiments of artificial intelligence. Her knowledge is based on theory and practice, and she is ideally suited to undertake the Master of Information Technology (MC061). She wants to achieve advanced specialisation, leading to a better job or perhaps a PhD. Batsheva has been working in the software industry for a number of years and has become a software project manager. She is experienced in managing multiple projects and a number of employees and her IT skills are very good, although there may be some areas of technology that she wants to study. Ultimately, Batsheva wants to bridge the gap between the technical needs of her company and the business objectives by studying enterprise architecture. With three to five years of supervisory experience in IT, Batsheva should apply for the Master of Technology (Enterprise Architecture) (MC052). Nick is a teacher, Helen studied journalism and Ken once worked as a food scientist. Together with their friend Paul, who trained in electronics and communications engineering, they all share the common aim of enhancing their existing skill-base with a software computing oriented masters degree. They don t have much background, and the Master of Computing (MC062) is flexible enough to accommodate their varied backgrounds and the program will be carefully tailored to their specific knowledge-base. They also have the option of undertaking the Master of Computer Science (MC060) degree and being involved in Australian industry experience through 3

6 2009 POSTGRADUATE Computing Master of Computing RMIT program code MC062 CRICOS number B Location Melbourne City campus Mode and duration 1.5 years full-time or 3 years part-time Classes are generally held in the evenings from 5.30 pm. Part-time students are normally expected to attend two evenings each week. Full-time students are expected to attend four days per week. International students can only study full-time. Exit points Graduate Certificate in Computing RMIT program code: GC077 CRICOS number: E 6 months full-time or 1 year part-time Graduate Diploma in Computing RMIT program code: GD055 CRICOS number: D 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time Contact School of Computer Science and Information Technology Tel csit@rmit.edu.au The Master of Computing degree (formerly Master of Technology (Information Technology)) is flexible enough to meet the needs of both prospective computing and non-computing graduates. After completing an undergraduate computing degree, many prospective students are still not job-ready because their education lacks a modern practical software focus. Non-computing students recognise the importance of multi-skilling by enhancing their previous education with a respected Masters qualification. Since each prospective student has a potentially different starting point, the first component of the degree aims to flexibly ensure that a solid foundation has been paved to prepare students to advance to a cutting edge specialisation in a chosen area. Areas of specialisation include advanced databases, bioinformatics, computer security, intelligent systems, networked and distributed systems, search engines, software engineering, and web-based computing. Specialisations are designed to achieve the type of mastery over an area that potentially allows students to gain critical technical knowledge that is required by software team leaders and software project managers. The School issues a letter for each graduate which identifies the specialisation undertaken. Pathways Students with IT qualifications or significant relevant work experience can apply for limited course exemptions and may be required to sit for a challenge test. Career outlook An acute shortage of software-trained IT specialists means graduates have excellent career prospects both in Australia and internationally. Graduates may work in diverse roles including analyst programmer, architect, business analyst, computer operator, consultant/functional consultant, database developer and administrator, software engineer, software network engineer, help desk/support, internet/multimedia development and management, network and systems, product management, project management, QA/testers, sales pre and post, security, team leaders, and technical writers. Professional recognition The Australian Computer Society accredits the Masters degree at the professional level. Entrance requirements Applicants are expected to have good grades (credit average) in a prior undergraduate degree or graduate diploma. Students with skills in problem solving and/or mathematics and clear thinking are encouraged to apply. Applicants without formal qualifications but who have significant extensive industry experience may also apply. Professional experience is not mandatory. Fees Tuition fees Local full fee-paying Australian residents 2009: A$ total program cost International full fee-paying students 2009: A$ total program cost Fees are payable at the commencement of each semester and are calculated annually. Additional costs There may be a $110 fee if a student seeks an exemption at enrolment and is required to take a challenge test. Please contact the School of Computer Science and Information Technology for details (see left). 4 RMIT 2009 Postgraduate Computer science and Information technology

7 Computing Program features Teaching methods Face-to-face lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions, supported by an online learning system. Assessment Examinations, practical assignments, online quizzes and reports. Program structure The Masters degree (12 courses, 144 credit points) incorporates the Graduate Diploma (eight courses, 96 credit points) and the Graduate Certificate (four courses, 48 credit points). Masters students complete five core courses, two approved elective courses and one specialisation consisting of a group of five courses. Further information on the program structure is available at The following are examples of courses offered. Core courses include Specialisation areas include Database Concepts 12 Introduction to Programming 12 Java for Programmers 12 Software Engineering Fundamentals 12 Electives include Algorithms and Analysis 12 Artificial Intelligence 12 Broadcast Networks and Applications 12 Computing Theory 12 Data Communications and Net-centric Computing 12 Database Administration 12 Design and Implementation 12 Digital Media Computing 12 Document Markup Languages 12 Electronic Commerce and Enterprise Systems 12 Interactive 3D Graphics and Animation 12 Internet Industry Project 12 Mobile Application Development 12 Operating Systems Principles 12 Programming Techniques 12 Programming Using C++ 12 Real-Time Rendering and 3D Games 12 Scripting Language Programming 12 Software Architecture 12 Software Engineering: Process and Tools 12 Unix Essentials 12 Unix Systems Admin (Linux) 12 Web Database Applications 12 Web Development Technologies 12 Web Media Technologies 12 Web Programming 12 Web Servers and Web Technology 12 Windows Systems Administration 12 Advanced Databases Bioinformatics Computer Security Intelligent Systems Networked and Distributed Systems Search Engines Software Engineering Web-based Computing 5

8 2009 POSTGRADUATE Internet and Web Computing Master of Technology (Internet and Web Computing) RMIT program code MC063 CRICOS number E Location Melbourne City campus Mode and duration 1.5 years full-time or 3 years part-time International students can only study full-time. Exit points Graduate Certificate in Internet and Web Computing RMIT program code: GC040 6 months full-time or 1 year part-time Graduate Diploma in Internet and Web Computing RMIT program code: GD059 CRICOS number: D 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time Contact School of Computer Science and Information Technology Tel csit@rmit.edu.au The internet and world-wide web are now part of everyday life. Few businesses or enterprises can afford to ignore the transition to web-enabled business models. The programs serve two purposes: to provide hands-on, industry relevant, web-oriented software skills to non-it professionals; and to modernise an existing IT professional s skill base. There are three components of the Masters degree: the first is the study of four core courses, which comprise the Graduate Certificate; the second extends by a further four courses to a Graduate Diploma, and comprises of web-oriented elective courses; the final component, which completes the Masters with the addition of four courses, includes specialist postgraduate level web electives at the cutting edge of research and development. An emphasis is placed on developing graduates who are life-long learners in this dynamic field. This program is also timetabled to be friendly for part timers. Pathways Students with IT qualifications or significant relevant work experience can apply for course exemptions upon application and may be required to sit a challenge test. Career outlook Graduates may work in diverse fields including web site development and maintenance, e-commerce applications, web databases, web server technology, web systems management, web project analysis and design, e-business software design and development, web integration officer, mobile phone applications and the booming internet games industry. Professional recognition The Australian Computer Society accredits the Masters degree at the professional level. Entrance requirements Applicants are expected to have good grades (credit average) in a prior undergraduate degree or graduate diploma. Professional experience is not mandatory. The degree or diploma need not be in computing. Students with skills in problem solving and/or mathematics and clear thinking are encouraged to apply. Applicants without formal qualifications but who have significant extensive industry experience may also apply. Fees Tuition fees Local full fee-paying Australian residents 2009: A$ total program cost International full fee-paying students 2009: A$ total program cost Fees are payable at the commencement of each semester and are calculated annually. Additional costs There may be a $110 fee if a student seeks an exemption at enrolment and is required to take a challenge test. Please contact the School of Computer Science and Information Technology for details (see left). 6 RMIT 2009 Postgraduate Computer science and Information technology

9 Internet and Web Computing Program features Teaching methods Face-to-face lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions, supported by an online learning system. Assessment Examinations, practical assignments, online quizzes and reports. Program structure The Masters degree (12 courses, 144 credit points) incorporates the Graduate Diploma (eight courses, 96 credit points) and the Graduate Certificate (four courses, 48 credit points). Further information on the program structure is available at The following are examples of courses offered. Core courses include Database Concepts 12 Introduction to Programming 12 Java for Programmers 12 Web Programming 12 Web Servers and Web Technology 12 Elective courses Broadcast Networks and Applications 12 Data Communications and Net-Centric Computing 12 Database Administration 12 Digital Media Computing 12 Document Markup Languages 12 Electronic Commerce and Enterprise Systems 12 Internet Industry Project 12 Mobile Application Development 12 Scripting Language Programming 12 Software Architecture: Design and Implementation 12 Software Engineering Fundamentals 12 Software Engineering Process and Tools 12 Unix Essentials 12 Usability Analysis 12 Web Database Applications 12 Web Development Technologies 12 Windows Systems Administration 12 Specialist courses Computer and Internet Forensics 12 Intelligent Web Systems 12 Internet and Intranet Document Engineering 12 Mobile and Wireless Computing 12 Network Security 12 Secure Electronic Commerce 12 Secure Programming Environments 12 Web Services 12 7

10 2009 POSTGRADUATE Information Technology Master of Information Technology RMIT program code MC061 CRICOS number C Location Melbourne City campus Mode and duration 1.5 years full-time or 3 years part-time Evening classes are available for part-time students. International students can only study full-time. Exit points Graduate Certificate in Information Technology RMIT program code: GC038 CRICOS number: E 6 months full-time or 1 year part-time Graduate Diploma in Information Technology RMIT program code: GD057 CRICOS number: A 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time Contact School of Computer Science and Information Technology Tel csit@rmit.edu.au The fundamental aim (or philosophy) of the Information Technology programs is to ensure students are exposed to the theory and practical approaches relevant to the challenges facing the software industry. Every effort is made to ensure hands-on experience and industry-related issues are explored. The Computer Science and IT Industry Advisory Committee, who represent organisations including IBM, InfoSys, Dimension Data, the Marlo Group, and Agilent Technologies, support this guiding principle. The programs are designed for computing and IT graduates who wish to grow/develop software skills and problem solving. The programs encourage students to study future technologies and challenges students to become innovative thinkers. This software-oriented Masters program provides in-depth study in at least one area of specialisation. These areas are aligned with the School of Computer Science and Information Technology s research and include advanced databases, bioinformatics, computer security, intelligent systems, networked and distributed systems, search engines, software engineering and webbased computing. Students may also undertake elective courses, minor thesis or business-oriented electives. Students who are unsure if their prior degree and/or experience has provided them with comprehensive and practically focused skills are advised to consider the Master of Computing, Master of Technology (Internet and Web Computing) or Master of Computer Science degrees. Pathways Advanced standing is available for those who have completed equivalent recognised courses in postgraduate or honours programs. Students who complete a good minor thesis are eligible to apply for direct entry into a PhD program in Computer Science. Career outlook Graduates are highly sought after as credentialed specialists in critical areas of software development, paving the way for promotion to careers which move through the technical spectrum of IT through to the management of software projects and up to the position of chief technical officer of an organisation. Professional recognition Graduates are granted professional level accreditation from the Australian Computer Society. Entrance requirements Applicants are expected to have completed: an undergraduate Computer Science degree; a software-oriented Computer Engineering degree; or a software-oriented graduate diploma program with at least a credit average. Many courses assume a deep knowledge of Java, some also require C. Fees Tuition fees Local full fee-paying Australian residents 2009: A$ total program cost International full fee-paying students 2009: A$ total program cost Fees are payable at the commencement of each semester and are calculated annually. Additional costs There may be a $110 fee if a student seeks an exemption at enrolment and is required to take a challenge test. Please contact the School of Computer Science and Information Technology for details (see left). 8 RMIT 2009 Postgraduate Computer science and Information technology

11 Information Technology Program features Teaching methods Face-to-face lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions, supported by an online learning system. Assessment Examinations, practical assignments, online quizzes and reports. Program structure In general Masters students complete a total of 12 courses (144 credit points). Further information on the program structure is available at The following are examples of courses offered. Courses offered include Accounting for Management Decisions 12 Advanced Client/Server Architectures 12 Advanced Distributed Systems 12 Advanced Topics in Bioinformatics 12 Agent Oriented Programming and Design 12 Analysis of Medical Data 12 Bioinformatics 12 Computer and Internet Forensics 12 Corporate Finance 12 Cryptography and Security 12 E-Business Supply Chains 12 Economic Analysis for Business 12 Enterprise Architecture 12 Evolutionary Computing 12 Financial Statement Analysis 12 Foundations of Distributed Computing 12 Information Retrieval 12 Intelligent Agents and Agent Oriented Systems 12 Intelligent Web Systems 12 Internet and Intranet Document Engineering 12 Introduction to Computational Biology 12 Knowledge and Data Warehousing 12 Marketing Management and Implementation 12 Mathematical Logic and Logic Programming 12 Minor Thesis 36 Mobile and Wireless Computing 12 Network Programming 12 Network Security 12 Object Oriented Software Design 12 Research Methods 12 Risk Analysis and Assessment 12 Risk Management 12 Search Technology 12 Secure Electronic Commerce 12 Secure Programming Environments 12 Software Engineering of Large Scale Systems 12 Software Requirements Engineering 12 Software Testing 12 Supply Chain Principles 12 Systems Architecture 12 Usability Analysis 12 Web Services 12 9

12 2009 POSTGRADUATE Software Engineering Graduate Diploma in Software Engineering RMIT program code GD058 Location Melbourne City campus Mode and duration 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time Flexible delivery provides a range of study options to accommodate work commitments for part-time candidates. International students can only study full-time. Exit points Graduate Certificate in Software Engineering RMIT program code: GC039 6 months full-time or 1 year part-time Contact School of Computer Science and Information Technology Tel csit@rmit.edu.au The Software Engineering programs are designed to develop future industrial software engineering leaders, including team leaders, software project managers, chief software engineers, lead software designers, and chief technical officers. Software engineering deals with the process of developing large scale applications and includes both the technical aspects of building software systems and management issues, including directing programming teams, scheduling, testing, maintenance and budgeting. The Graduate Diploma extends skills developed in an undergraduate Software Engineering or Computer Science degree. It exposes students to specialised coursework, allowing a greater understanding of the software development life cycle and provides the opportunity to undertake an industry project with an Australian company through Your Software ( Graduates are able to apply best practice and are also equipped to act as change agents, seeking to improve existing practices. Pathways Students who complete a certificate or the Diploma and obtain good results (credit average) may transfer to the Master of Information Technology with exemptions, having undertaken the software engineering specialisation. Career outlook CNN Money Magazine recently rated software engineering as the best job for salary and opportunities. Software Engineering graduates gain employment as software developers and testers, software architects and designers, team leaders and project managers, through to executive-level positions in software development projects. Professional recognition Graduates are granted professional level accreditation from the Australian Computer Society. Entrance requirements Applicants are expected to have a degree or diploma in computer science and relevant industrial experience. Fees Tuition fees Local full fee-paying Australian residents 2009: A$ total program cost Fees are payable at the commencement of each semester and are calculated annually. Additional costs There may be a $110 fee if a student seeks an exemption at enrolment and is required to take a challenge test. Please contact the School of Computer Science and Information Technology for details (see left). 10 RMIT 2009 Postgraduate Computer science and Information technology

13 Software engineering Program features Teaching methods Face-to-face lectures, tutorials, group industry project and laboratory session, supported by an online learning system. Assessment Examinations and practical assignments, online quizzes, reports and peer and industry review. Program structure The Graduate Diploma consists of 96 credit points of approved electives (two semesters full-time). The Graduate Certificate consist of 48 credit points of approved electives (one semester full-time or two semesters part-time). The following are examples of courses offered. Electives include Enterprise Architecture 12 Object-Oriented Software Design 12 Software Engineering Large Scale Systems 12 Software Engineering Postgraduate Project 48 Software Requirements Engineering 12 Software Testing 12 Systems Architecture 12 Usability Analysis 12 11

14 2009 POSTGRADUATE Computer Science Master of Computer Science RMIT program code MC060 CRICOS number A Location Melbourne City campus Mode and duration 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time International students can only study full-time. Contact School of Computer Science and Information Technology Tel csit@rmit.edu.au The Master of Computer Science (formerly Master of Applied Science (Information Systems)) is a software-focused two-year degree, flexibly designed for both IT graduates and software professionals, and non-computing graduates whose first degree is in a completely different area. The unique structure allows students to undertake the same initial courses as either the Master of Information Technology, Master of Computing, or Master of Technology (Internet and Web Computing) with the added benefit of undertaking a further semester of study. Students are able to spend the final semester pursuing a unique industrial software engineering project through Your Software ( Your Software empowers students to work in teams on an industry project with an external company. Management and liaison between the company and students is through the office of a professional software project manager with over 20 years industrial IT experience. This practical work-based experience can significantly improve the job prospects of graduates. Companies that sponsor projects often subsequently employ graduates. Students who don t wish to pursue an industrial internship may study a further four approved courses or if interested in research, apply to undertake research methods and a minor thesis. Pathways Students who commence a Graduate Diploma in Computing, Graduate Diploma in Information Technology, Graduate Diploma in Software Engineering, Master of Information Technology, Master of Computing, or Master of Technology (Internet and Web Computing) and follow an approved study plan may transfer their credits from those programs by enrolling into the Master of Computer Science at least one semester before they are due to complete their current program. Graduates who undertake the minor thesis option as part of the Master of Computer Science and achieve a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or more, together with a good minor thesis examiner s report, may apply for direct entry to a PhD, with a possible scholarship. Career outlook There is currently an acute shortage of software trained IT specialists. Software IT specialists with postgraduate qualifications have excellent career prospects both locally and internationally, especially when combined with industry experience. Graduates commonly work as: analyst programmer; architect; business analyst; computer operator; consultant/functional consultant; database developer and admininistrator; engineer: software network; engineer: software; help desk/support; internet/multimedia developer management; network and systems; product management; project management; QA/testers; sales: pre and post; security; team leaders; software project managers; chief technical officers; and technical writers. Professional recognition The Australian Computer Society accredits the Masters degree at the professional level. Entrance requirements Applicants are expected to have good grades (credit average) in a prior computer science undergraduate degree or postgraduate diploma. Professional experience is not mandatory. The degree or diploma need not be in computing. Applicants without formal qualifications but who have significant extensive industry experience may also apply. Fees Tuition fees Local full fee-paying Australian residents 2009: A$ total program cost International full fee-paying students 2009: A$ total program cost Fees are payable at the commencement of each semester and are calculated annually. Additional costs There may be a $110 fee if a student seeks an exemption at enrolment and is required to take a challenge test. Please contact the School of Computer Science and Information Technology for details (see left). 12 RMIT 2009 Postgraduate Computer science and Information technology

15 Computer Science Program features Teaching methods Face-to-face lectures, tutorials and laboratory sessions, supported by an online learning system, group industry projects and one-on-one research supervision. Assessment Examinations and practical assignments, online quizzes, reports, peer and industry review, and external thesis examination. Program structure The Masters program consists of 192 credit points. For the first one-and-a-half years full-time, the program structure follows any one of the following: Master of Computing Master of Information Technology Master of Technology (Internet and Web Computing) Please refer to their entry in this booklet. Further information on the program structure is available at The following are examples of courses offered. Elective courses Specialisation courses Algorithms and Analysis 12 Artificial Intelligence 12 Broadcast Networks and Applications 12 Data Communications and Net-centric Computing 12 Database Administration 12 Database Design and Implementation 12 Digital Media Computing 12 Document Markup Languages 12 Electronic Commerce and Enterprise Systems 12 Interactive 3D Graphics and Animation 12 Internet Industry Project 12 Mobile Application Development 12 Operating Systems Principles 12 Programming Techniques 12 Programming Using C++ 12 Real-Time Rendering and 3D Games 12 Scripting Language Programming 12 Software Architecture 12 Software Engineering: Process and Tools 12 Unix Essentials 12 Unix Systems Admin (Linux) 12 Web Database Applications 12 Web Development Technologies 12 Web Media Technologies 12 Web Programming 12 Web Servers and Web Technology 12 Windows Systems Administration 12 Advanced Client/Server Architectures 12 Advanced Distributed Systems 12 Advanced Topics in Bioinformatics 12 Agent-Oriented Programming and Design 12 Bioinformatics 12 Computer and Internet Forensics 12 Cryptography and Security 12 Enterprise Architecture 12 Evolutionary Computing 12 Foundations Distributed Computing 12 Information Retrieval 12 Intelligent Agents and Agent-Oriented Systems 12 Intelligent Web Systems 12 Internet and Intranet Document Engineering 12 Knowledge and Data Warehousing 12 Minor Thesis 36 Mobile and Wireless Computing 12 Network Programming 12 Network Security 12 Object-Oriented Software Design 12 Research Methods 12 Search Technology 12 Secure Electronic Commerce 12 Secure Programming Environments 12 Software Engineering of Large Scale Systems 12 Software Engineering Project 48 Software Requirements Engineering 12 Software Testing 12 Systems Architecture 12 Web Services 12 13

16 2009 POSTGRADUATE Enterprise Architecture Master of Technology (Enterprise Architecture) RMIT program code MC152 CRICOS number M Location Melbourne City campus Mode and duration 1.5 years full-time or 3 years part-time Full-time students commence in July. International students can only study full-time. Exit point Graduate Diploma in Enterprise Architecture RMIT program code: GD160 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time Contact School of Computer Science and Information Technology Tel csit@rmit.edu.au The Master of Technology (Enterprise Architecture) is a high-level IT postgraduate program designed for ICT professionals looking to take on the role of the enterprise architect. It integrates both business and technical IT knowledge and includes courses in: systems architecture, enterprise architecture, IT governance and change, and enterprise architecture case studies. Enterprise Architecture is the strategy-driven framework which integrates the application and use of technology with business objectives, providing organisational improvement by delivering business-aligned information systems. The role of the enterprise architect is to align Information and Communications Technologies (ICT) with business goals to enable the most effective use of ICT to both support and grow an organisation. Pathways In select cases exemptions will be available if you have acquired work-based knowledge that is considered equivalent to core courses. Career outlook Australian IT solution providers indicate there is strong demand for qualified Enterprise Architects. Graduates of the program will be able to: design cost-effective enterprise ICT architecture with an understanding of business strategy; develop and maintain an enterprise architecture, taking into account strategic plans and key business and ICT drivers and technologies; communicate and oversee implementation of an enterprise architecture to the organisation; develop the governance required for successful enterprise architecture development and adoption. Professional recognition Graduates are granted professional-level accreditation from the Australian Computer Society. Entrance requirements You should have a tertiary qualification in computer science, information technology or software engineering with at least three years experience as a software systems analyst or developer, and/or experience in a lead role designing and implementing major IT systems for business. Applicants without a relevant degree must have at least four years experience as a software systems analyst, designer, architect, and/or project manager. All applicants will be interviewed as part of the selection process, to ascertain the relevance of their work experience. Fees Tuition fees Local full fee-paying Australian residents 2009: A$ total program cost International full fee-paying students 2009: A$ total program cost Fees are payable at the commencement of each semester and are calculated annually. 14 RMIT 2009 Postgraduate Computer science and Information technology

17 Enterprise Architecture Program features Teaching methods Across the degree you will complete a project or minor thesis under the supervision of an experienced supervisor. Assessment Examinations and practical assignments, team-based case studies, online quizzes and reports. Program structure The Masters degree (12 courses, 144 credit points) incorporates the Graduate Diploma (eight courses, 96 credit points). The following are examples of courses offered. Foundation courses Select four courses Database Concepts 12 IT Strategy 12 Java for Programmers 12 Software Engineering Fundamentals 12 Elective courses Select three courses Business Background 12 Corporate Finance 12 Document Markup Languages 12 e-business Models and Trends 12 Electronic Commerce and Enterprise Systems 12 Internet and Intranet Document Engineering 12 IT Industry 12 IT Project Management 12 Secure Electronic Commerce 12 Software Engineering of Large Scale Systems 12 Software Reuse 12 Software Testing 12 Usability Analysis 12 Web Development Technologies 12 Web Services 12 Key courses Select five courses Enterprise Architecture 12 Enterprise Architecture Case Studies 12 IT Governance and Change Management 12 Software Requirements Engineering 12 Systems Architecture 12 15

18 APPLICATION DETAILS ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS FEES Application details Local students Applicants must apply on a Direct Application Form available from RMIT Info Corner, tel , visit International students Applicants must apply through: RMIT International Services, GPO Box 2303U Melbourne VIC 3001 Australia Tel Visit: Application closing dates Timely applications for postgraduate coursework programs are due by: 10 November each year (semester one) and 31 May each year (semester two/midyear entry) Applications will continue to be accepted until all places have been filled. You are encouraged to lodge your application early. Future students may enquire through Info Corner at any time. Entrance requirements In addition to satisfying the entrance requirements listed under each entry, all non-australian residents and overseas full-fee paying students must provide evidence of one of the following: IELTS (Academic) 6.5+ (no band less than 6.0) TOEFL Paper-based 580+ (TWE 4.5+) TOEFL Computer-based 237+ (TWE 4.5+) TOEFL Internet-based (ibt) overall score 92, minimum 20 in all sections REW English for Academic Purposes Advanced 2 Fees Fee Paying Places (FPP) International and local Australian residents Programs by coursework are offered on a Fee Paying Places (FPP) basis. FPP students are required to pay the complete cost of their program. FPP fees vary according to each program. The prices quoted are total program prices for Tuition fees are subject to annual adjustment and are not fixed for the duration of your study. Changes to fees are applied from 1 January each year. FEE-HELP Postgraduate coursework and research applicants who are Australian citizens or holders of a permanent humanitarian visa are eligible to apply for a loan under the Higher Education Loan Program (HELP), specifically FEE-HELP. FEE-HELP (formerly the Postgraduate Education Loan Scheme or PELS), which enables eligible students to obtain a loan from the Australian Government to pay all or part of their tuition fees. The Commonwealth pays the amount of the loan directly to the student s institution. Students repay their loan through the taxation system once their income reaches the minimum threshold for compulsory repayment. For further information visit Commonwealth Supported Equity Places (CSEP) RMIT has reserved a limited number of Commonwealth Supported places in full-fee postgraduate coursework programs for applicants from designated equity groups to facilitate their access to education. They include people on low incomes who need to upgrade their qualifications or gain new skills to re-enter the workforce after a period of unemployment, retrenchment, or childrearing, etc., recent migrants on low incomes who need an Australian qualification and/or upgrading of an overseas qualification in order to gain employment or improve their employment outcome, people with disabilities, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent, and women who want to study in Applied Science or Engineering. These places are available to full-time and part-time students. Places are awarded on the basis of academic merit, work experience and consideration of disadvantage. Applications close for CSEP on 10 November or 31 May (midyear). For full details and application forms: Tel or visit 16 RMIT 2009 Postgraduate computer science and Information Technology

19 FEES and scholarships Scholarships Many of RMIT s scholarships are based on financial and living circumstances. Before letting money worries control your life and upset your studies, check the web site and contact the friendly staff. Further information: Scholarships and Finance Office Tel scholarships@rmit.edu.au Computer Science and IT Corporate Partner Program The School of Computer Science and IT s Corporate Partner Program aims to support employees of organisations who wish to undertake an eligible postgraduate coursework program (see list below) with the School of Computer Science and IT for the first time. As such, the Corporate Partner Program is only available to local students who have never enrolled at RMIT University and who are currently working in the IT industry in Australia. Fee reduction Successful applicants who register for the Corporate Partner Program will benefit from a reduction of $250 per 12-credit point course for normal duration of their program (see eligible programs below). This equates to a $3,000 reduction for a masters by coursework qualification. Eligible postgraduate programs The Corporate Partner Program is available for the normal duration of the following programs only: MC060 Master of Computer Science MC061 Master of Information Technology MC062 Master of Computing MC063 Master of Technology (Internet and Web Computing) MC152 Master of Technology (Enterprise Architecture) Registration Your employer needs to register for the Corporate Partner Program, so that you can receive the benefits described in the case studies. Please visit: Employer registration is required by the end of the first week of semester. Computer Science and IT Alumni Loyalty Program The School of Computer Science and IT offers an Alumni Loyalty Program. This is aimed at students who have previously completed an undergraduate degree at RMIT. (Conditions are referred to below). Fee reduction RMIT alumni who register for our Alumni Loyalty Program receive a reduction of $250 per 12-credit point course for the normal duration of a postgraduate coursework program (see eligible programs below). Eligibility You should not already be awarded a different scholarship/fee reduction. You need to be currently enrolled in one of the following programs for the normal duration of that program: MC060 Master of Computer Science MC061 Master of Information Technology MC062 Master of Computing MC063 Master of Technology (Internet and Web Computing) MC152 Master of Technology (Enterprise Architecture) BH013 Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) International Commencing Scholarships For commencing Computer Science and Information Technology international students The International Commencing Scholarships are available only to international students who are commencing an undergraduate or postgraduate program in the School of Computer Science and IT for the first time. Previous or current RMIT undergraduate students who may not be eligible for this scholarship are welcome to consider the Alumni Loyalty Program. The International Commencing Scholarships are a reduction of A$3,000 (pro-rata) in a program s annual tuition fee for the normal duration of the program. They are available for the following programs only: Postgraduate MC060 Master of Computer Science MC061 Master of Information Technology MC062 Master of Computing MC063 Master of Technology (Internet and Web Computing) MC152 Master of Technology (Enterprise Architecture) Eligibility You must meet all of the following criteria: You intend to enrol in one of the above programs. This is your first undergraduate or postgraduate enrolment at the School of Computer Science and IT. You have excellent results in your previous study placing you in at least the top 5% of students. (Previous RMIT undergraduate students will need a Cumulative GPA of at least 3.75 to be eligible for a commencing postgraduate scholarship.) The duration of your intended study at RMIT s City campus is oneand-a-half years (three semesters) for postgraduate students. To be considered for a scholarship Before you can be considered for an International Commencing Scholarship you must have already applied for a program. If you have not, please go to for information on how to apply. For more information visit 17