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Master of Philosophy (Computer Science)
University of Newcastle, Newcastle, NSW, Australia
About this program
The Master of Philosophy (Computer Science) is the University of Newcastle's research-only master's degree for candidates undertaking a supervised research project in computer science, run through the Graduate Research School alongside the university's PhD programs rather than as a coursework degree. Candidates work with a supervisory team within the relevant School on a thesis in an area of computer science research, forming part of the university's broader higher degree by research offering of more than 180 PhD and Master of Philosophy programs across its disciplines.
Cost & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
1 term of coursework
- As a research-only degree
- the Master of Philosophy (Computer Science) has no coursework core or elective list. Admission requires an applicant to first secure a supervisory team within the relevant School and develop a formal Research Proposal describing the intended area of research
- both submitted with the application. Candidature then proceeds through the standard stages of a University of Newcastle research degree: confirmation of candidature
- ongoing supervised research
- and submission and examination of a thesis
- rather than enrolment in a set list of courses
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Civil EngineerANZSCO 233211
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. A degree accredited by Engineers Australia makes the skills assessment close to a formality; a non-accredited degree instead needs a Competency Demonstration Report.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
Mechanical EngineerANZSCO 233512
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
Electrical EngineerANZSCO 233311
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
Electronics EngineerANZSCO 233411
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via Engineers Australia assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
Chemical EngineerANZSCO 233111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
Structural EngineerANZSCO 233214
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via Engineers Australia assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
Environmental EngineerANZSCO 233915
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum)ANZSCO 233611
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via Engineers Australia assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
Biomedical EngineerANZSCO 233913
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, via Engineers Australia assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
Agricultural EngineerANZSCO 233912
On MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 as well as the employer-sponsored 482 and 186, via an Engineers Australia skills assessment.
Assessed by Engineers Australia
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
An applicant for admission to the Master of Philosophy (Research), which includes the Master of Philosophy (Computer Science), must have completed a Bachelor with Honours Class 1 or Honours Class II Division 1, or another degree approved by the Head of School or Nominee, or in exceptional cases produce evidence of other academic or professional qualifications and experience approved by the Head of School. In some disciplines a required minimum standard of professional experience may also satisfy admission. All applicants must also secure a supervisory team and submit a Research Proposal, Curriculum Vitae, and academic transcripts through the university's Graduate Research Application System.
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