GraduateComputer Science
Master of Computer Science
Adelaide University, Adelaide, SA, Australia
About this program
A two-year, 96-unit degree (66 core + 30 elective units) at Adelaide City Campus with February and July intakes, weighted heavily toward artificial intelligence and machine learning alongside cybersecurity.
The 30 elective units (five 6-unit courses) can be drawn from options including generative AI, applied AI and machine learning, deep learning applications, data in IT systems, requirements and user experience, and an ICT internship.
Provisionally accredited at the Professional level by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) and recognised internationally through the Seoul Accord. Adelaide University lists graduate career paths including computer scientist, AI specialist, defence scientist, IT manager, and systems programmer.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 4 parts
Year 1, Semester 1
24 units- ARTI5006Ethics, Privacy and Security in AI and ML
- COMP5004Programming for AI and ML
- INFO6004Cloud Security
- Elective1 elective
Year 1, Semester 2
24 units- ARTI6003Machine Learning Algorithms
- COMP5050Event Driven Computing (PG)
- COMP5800Industry Research Project
- PROJ5001Project Management for IT Professionals
Year 2, Semester 1
24 units- ARTI6000Advanced Topics in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- INFO6003Security Architecture and Engineering
- Elective2 electives
Year 2, Semester 2
24 units- COMP6024ICT Master Capstone Project 1
- COMP6000ICT Master Capstone Project 2
- Elective2 electives
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Software EngineerANZSCO 261313
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 as well as the employer-sponsored 482 and 186. Needs an ACS skills assessment, which usually wants the degree plus one to two years of relevant work, or a Professional Year in ICT in place of some of that experience.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Developer ProgrammerANZSCO 261312
On MLTSSL, so it supports the 189, 190, and 491. Assessed by the ACS on the same basis as Software Engineer. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Systems AnalystANZSCO 261112
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, with an ACS skills assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Computer Network and Systems EngineerANZSCO 263111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
Bachelor's degree (AQF7) or bachelor honours (AQF8) in computer science, computer systems engineering, or software engineering (or a graduate diploma AQF8+ in computer science), with a GPA equivalent to 4.5/7.0.
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