Program Requirements
The Master of Computing requires the completion of 96 units, of which:
A minimum of 24 units must come from completion of 8000-level COMP courses.
30 units from completion of the following compulsory courses:
COMP6120 Software Engineering (6 units)
COMP6250 Professional Practice: Holistic Thinking and Communication (6 units)
COMP6442 Software Construction (6 units)
COMP6710 Structured Programming (6 units)
COMP8260 Professional Practice: Responsible Innovation & Leadership (6 units)
A minimum of 6 units from completion of foundational courses in the following list:
MATH6005 Discrete Mathematics Models (6 units)
COMP6260 Foundations of Computing (6 units)
A maximum of 12 units from completion of project courses from the following list:
COMP8715 Advanced Computing Team Project which must be completed twice, in consecutive semesters (6+6 units)
COMP8830 Computing Internship (12 units)
24 units from the completion of one of the following Specialisations:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Systems
- Computational Foundations
- Data Science
- Human Centred and Creative Computing
- Machine Learning
- Software Development
18 units from completion of further 6000, 7000 or 8000 level courses from the following subject areas:
COMP Computer Science
ENGN Engineering
6 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU.
Capstone Courses
[COMP8830, COMP8715]Specialisations
Study Options
| Year 1 48 units | COMP6710 Structured Programming 6 units | COMP6250 Professional Practice: Holistic Thinking and Communication 6 units | MATH6005 (Discrete Mathematical Models) OR COMP6260 (Foundations of Computing) | University Elective 6 units |
| COMP6442 Software Construction 6 units | COMP8260 Professional Practice: Responsible Innovation and Leadership 6 units | Computing Elective 6 units | Specialisation Course 6 units | |
| Year 2 48 units | COMP 8715 / 8830 6 units | Computing Elective 6 units | Specialisation Course 6 units | Specialisation Course 6 units |
| COMP 8715 / 8830 6 units | Computing Elective 6 units | University Elective 6 units | Specialisation Course 6 units |
Admission Requirements
Applicants must present one of the following:
- A Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a minimum GPA of 5.0/7.0
- A Bachelor degree or international equivalent with a GPA of 4.0/7.0 and 3 years full-time equivalent years of professional experience at ANZSCO Skill Level 1 in a field related to the program.
The GPA for a Bachelor program will be calculated from (i) a completed Bachelor degree using all grades and/or (ii) a completed Bachelor degree using all grades other than those from the last semester (or equivalent study period) of the Bachelor degree. The higher of the two calculations will be used as the basis for admission.
Ranking and English Language Proficiency: At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry.
In line with the University's admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, English language proficiency and diversity factors. Applicants will first be ranked on a GPA ('GPA1') that is calculated using all but the last semester (or equivalent) of the Bachelor degree used for admission purposes. If required, ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of:
- a GPA ('GPA2') calculated on the penultimate and antepenultimate semesters (or equivalent) of the Bachelor degree used for admission purposes; and/or
- demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency
Prior to enrolment in this ANU program, all students who gain entry will have their Bachelor degree reassessed, to confirm minimum requirements were met.
Further information: English language admission requirements and post-admission support
Diversity factors: As Australia’s national university, ANU is global representative of Australian research and education. ANU endeavours to recruit and maintain a diverse and deliberate student cohort representative not only of Australia, but the world. In order to achieve these outcomes, competitive ranking of applicants may be adjusted to ensure access to ANU is a reality for brilliant students from countries across the globe.
Assessment of qualifications: Unless otherwise indicated, ANU will accept all Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualifications or international equivalents that meet or exceed the published admission requirements of our programs, provided all other admission requirements are also met.
Where an applicant has more than one completed tertiary qualification, ANU will base assessment on the qualification that best meets the admission requirements for the program. Find out more about the Australian Qualifications Framework: www.aqf.edu.au
ANU uses a 7-point Grade Point Average (GPA) scale. All qualifications submitted for admission at ANU will be converted to this common scale, which will determine if an applicant meets our published admission requirements. Find out more about how a 7-point GPA is calculated for Australian universities: www.uac.edu.au/future-applicants/admission-criteria/tertiary-qualifications
Unless otherwise indicated, where an applicant has more than one completed tertiary qualification, ANU will calculate the GPA for each qualification separately. ANU will base assessment on the best GPA of all completed tertiary qualifications of the same level or higher.
Pathways
GCDP- Graduate Diploma of Computing - ANU
Indicative fees
Domestic Tuition Fees (DTF)
For more information see: http://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/costs-fees
- Annual indicative fee for international students
- $56,120.00
For further information on International Tuition Fees see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments/international-tuition-fees
Fee Information
All students are required to pay the Services and amenities fee (SA Fee)
The annual indicative fee provides an estimate of the program tuition fees for international students and domestic students (where applicable). The annual indicative fee for a program is based on the standard full-time enrolment load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units). Fees for courses vary by discipline meaning that the fees for a program can vary depending on the courses selected. Course fees are reviewed on an annual basis and typically will increase from year to year. The tuition fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and the courses selected and are subject to increase during the period of study.
For further information on Fees and Payment please see: https://www.anu.edu.au/students/program-administration/fees-payments
Scholarships
ANU offers a wide range of scholarships to students to assist with the cost of their studies.
Eligibility to apply for ANU scholarships varies depending on the specifics of the scholarship and can be categorised by the type of student you are. Specific scholarship application process information is included in the relevant scholarship listing.
For further information see the Scholarships website.
The Master of Computing is a 2-year full-time (or equivalent part-time) degree targeted to graduates without a computing background who wish to acquire a solid knowledge of computing. The program is professionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society. Master of Computing graduates will develop a deep knowledge and understanding of professional software development and computing practices.
Each student must select a specialisation, which provides a grouping of courses linked to a research strength of SoCo and provides a pathway for professional practice (including R&D roles or further study) in an area of interest to the student. This can be supplemented by a choice of further COMP electives. The specilisations reflect the range of research conducted at ANU: Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Systems, Computational Foundations, Data Science, Human Centred & Creative Computing, or Software Development. The program culminates in a capstone project: either completing an Internship or working in small groups to solve a clients problem via TechLauncher.
On completion of 48 units, students may exit with a Graduate Diploma of Computing.
Students completing the Master of Computing with a GPA greater than 6 may transfer to the Master of Computing (Advanced) with up to 48 units of credit.
Career Options
ANU ranks among the world's very finest universities. Our nearly 100,000 alumni include political, business, government, and academic leaders around the world.
We have graduated remarkable people from every part of our continent, our region and all walks of life.
Employment Opportunities
The MCOMP combination of a specialisation and a 2-subject industry experience prepares graduates to address a range of complex computing contexts within their future professional practice.
Whether you aim to excel in corporate roles, innovate within the tech sector, or launch your own start-up, MCOMP prepares you for success.
Graduates are well-positioned to tackle challenging roles and emerge as leaders in the ICT industry. The program opens doors to a wide array of career opportunities across various sectors, including: Data Mining Specialist, Big Data Analyst, Human-Computer Interaction Specialist, Software Developer, Embedded Systems Developer, Network Architect, Systems Analyst, Advanced Software Solutions Engineer, Software Architect.
Our graduates have secured positions in prestigious organisations including IBM, Australian Signals Directorate, Google, Microsoft, Yahoo, Intel, Price Waterhouse Coopers, Accenture Australia, Bloomberg, National Australia Bank, Citigroup, Deloitte, Unisys and the Australian Government.
Learning Outcomes
- Professionally apply systematic computing approaches to address complex, multi-disciplinary real-world computing problems in a variety of domains.
- Synthesise and proficiently apply advanced, integrated technical knowledge from their specialisation and other elective areas of study and the underpinning sciences and computational methods.
- Identify and critically evaluate current developments and emerging trends within their specialisation and other elective areas of study.
- Understand the contextual factors that influence professional computing practice, and identify the potential societal, ethical, and environmental impact of computing activities.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues, other computing professionals and the broader community employing a range of communication media and tools.
- Engage in independent investigation, critical reflection and lifelong learning to continue to practice at the forefront of the discipline.
- Work effectively and proactively within cross-cultural, multi-disciplinary teams, demonstrating autonomy, ethical conduct, expert judgement, adaptability and responsibility to achieve computing outcomes at a high standard.
Inherent Requirements
Information on inherent requirement is currently not available for this program.
Further Information
Learn more about the degrees offered, read current student profiles to see what campus life is really like, and discover some of the research topics within the school —visit the School of Computing website
About this degree
Study options
- Typically students will enrol in 24 units per semester (four courses): a full-time load.
- Domestic students may enrol in fewer courses each semester, known as part-time study. Part-time study will extend the duration of the degree and there are limitations to how long you can take to complete the degree.
- International students must always study full-time.
- Students must complete the program requirements and specialisation requirements for the Academic Year that they commenced their degree.
Electives
- Electives must be at postgraduate level (6000 or higher) and can be found by searching postgraduate courses on Programs and Courses.
- You should read the Study tab to see how many electives you may choose and where they fit in your program. When choosing elective courses, check the course listing on Programs and Courses to ensure that you have the required and assumed knowledge before enrolling. If you don't, consider changing your planned enrolment to make sure you take the pre-requisite course.
Study Options
Please refer to the enrolment pattern in the Study tab
Academic Advice
Important things to keep in mind when planning your enrolment
- You need to enrol in courses in both First and Second Semester
- Before selecting what courses to enrol in, you should read the College advice on enrolling and check the Computing Course Substitutions webpage.
Specialisations
- Students must complete a specialisation and should follow specialisation lists as specified in the Academic Year that they commenced their degree.
- Please select the year of your MCOMP enrolment from the drop down box at the top right of the page to see specialisation lists and details that apply to you on the 'Study Tab.'
- Check the pre-requisites for the courses in your chosen specialisation, 8000-level courses normally require specific 6000-level courses to have been completed. Many courses only run once per year.
Follow the steps here: Declaring majors, minors & specialisations to declare your Specialisation, noting the dates this can be done. You do not need to declare your Specialisation until your second or third semester.
You must complete the requirements of your nominated Specialisation, if you need help to fit the courses into a study plan please contact College Student Services for advice.
Credit/Exemption Options
- Students with a Bachelor degree or Graduate Diploma that includes programming or maths can apply for an exemption or credit for some of the introductory courses included in the core.
- Applying for credit involves a rigorous evidence-based check to determine whether we have sufficient confidence that you have achieved the learning outcomes of the course to a sufficient level.
- Students who have completed the Graduate Diploma of Computing with a GPA of 5 or above may articulate into the MCOMP with up to 48 units of advanced standing.
- Instructions on how to apply for credit/exemptions can be found?on the College website here. Applications must be submitted by listed deadlines.
Approved
Credits/Exemptions
- Where a student has received credit for courses, a maximum of one credited course (6 units) may be counted towards a specialisation.
- A maximum of 6 units of credited 8000-level courses can count towards the minimum 24 unit of 8000-level courses program requirement.
- Any awarded course credit counts towards the unit requirements of your program and may shorten the length of your degree. If the duration of your degree is shortened, international students electronic Confirmation of Enrolment (eCoE) will be revised to reflect the new end date of the degree. This may have implications on your visa conditions. Students are advised to contact the Department of Home affairs for more information.
- Exempted courses CANNOT count towards your specialisation.
- Courses for which you receive an exemption should be replaced by elective COMP courses. You need to seek permission to replace exempted courses with non-COMP courses.
If you want to talk to someone before enrolling or have your study plan reviewed please read the information on Getting Started in your Study Program and then contact the College Student Enquiries team at studentadmin.cecc@anu.edu.au