Overview

The first year in the Engineering and Information Sciences program from University of Wollongong comprises 48cp of research training and coursework while the second year comprises a 48cp thesis, which is assessed by two external examiners.

Key facts

Course Learning Outcomes are statements of learning achievement that are expressed in terms of what the learner is expected to know, understand and be able to do upon completion of the course. Students graduating from this course will be able to:

Investigate, analyse and synthesise complex information, problems and concepts and apply established theories to identified discipline areas.

Understand, in the context of an advanced body of knowledge, recent developments in an identified discipline area.

With creativity and initiative, plan a substantial piece of research using advanced knowledge of research principles and methods applicable to the identified discipline area.

Communicate effectively, to a range of audiences, coherent and sustained arguments to evaluate and justify the selected research question, research design and interpretation of research results

Implement a substantial piece of research that shows mastery of, and the capacity for critical reflection on, the application of theoretical knowledge with a high level of personal autonomy, accountability and regards for conventions for research integrity, privacy and integrity issues.

Disseminate research outcomes to specialist and non-specialist audiences.

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Programme Structure

Courses included:

Responsible Research

Engineering Research Methods

Professional Communications and Engineering Workplace Practice

Multimedia Signal Processing

Computer Architecture

Embedded Systems

Intelligent Control

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-05 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-09 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-12-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

96 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wollongong, Australia

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) General Engineering & Technology View 118 other Masters in Information Technology (IT) in Australia

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

Applicants must have a Bachelor or Masters coursework degree from a recognised tertiary institution with a minimum Credit average (65% or a GPA 3.0 out of 4.0).

The Head of Postgraduate Studies for the relevant unit will approve entry into the Master of Research, based on academic results and relevant experience.

CRICOS: 091522J

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Wollongong

Australia

1600 - 2200 AUD / month

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