Handbook : Course informationEdith Cowan University

Course Information

Master of Computing and Security by Research

Effective from 01-JAN-2025 : Code I85

This degree is designed to provide advanced, research-based studies in theoretical and applied areas of computing or security science. The course aims to extend knowledge in the discipline area alongside knowledge of research methods in those areas of science. Students will undertake a significant independent research investigation resulting in a thesis that will have relevance to the above discipline areas.

Disclaimer

This course information may be updated and amended immediately prior to semester. To ensure you have the correct outline, please check it again at the beginning of semester. In particular please check the course requirements and the unit and unit set offerings, as these differ according to course delivery location.

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Reflect critically on a complex body of scientific knowledge, research principles and methods to demonstrate mastery in computing or security science.
2. Apply cognitive, technical and creative skills to investigate and research a complex computing or security science question.
3. Apply communication and collaboration skills to analyse, interpret, and disseminate research that contributes to computing or security science knowledge.
4. Use high-level self-management skills to plan and execute a substantial piece of research.

Admission requirements

Admission requirement (Band 8)

• Bachelor degree in a cognate discipline; or
• Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience.

English Language requirement (Band 4)

English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:

• IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0);
• Bachelor degree from a country specified in the Admissions Policy;
• Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at postgraduate level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
• Where accepted, equivalent prior learning, including at least five years relevant professional experience; or
• Other tests, courses or programs as defined in the Admissions Policy.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 9 Masters Degree (Research) Award.

Course Duration

• Full Time: 2 Years
• Part Time: 4 Years

Course Delivery

• Joondalup: Full Time, Part Time
• Online: Full Time, Part Time

Course Coordinator

Dr Johnny LO

Course Structure

Students are required to continue re-enrolling in the thesis component of their study until the thesis is submitted for examination.