Master of Computer Science (MC-CS) // Attributes, outcomes and skills

Intended learning outcomes

On completion of this course, graduates will have:

• A broad grounding in advanced Computer Science
• Specialist knowledge in (at least) one of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, human-computer interaction, programming languages & distributed systems, and spatial information science
• Analytical, problem-solving, and design skills in computation necessary for solving theoretical and practical problems, further professional development and for meeting future changes in technology
• Verbal and written communication skills that enable them to make a meaningful contribution to our changing society.
• Professional ethics and responsibility towards the profession and the community
• Research maturity, including the ability to independently carry out a research survey, and plan, execute, interpret and report on experimental or theoretical results.

Generic skills

• Have the ability to demonstrate advanced independent critical enquiry, analysis and reflection
• Have a strong sense of intellectual integrity and the ethics of scholarship
• Have an in-depth knowledge of a specialist area
• Have a high-level ability in writing, research, problem-solving and communication
• Be critical and creative thinkers, with an aptitude for continued self-directed learning
• Be able to examine critically, synthesise and evaluate knowledge across a broad range of disciplines
• Have a set of flexible and transferable skills for different types of employment; and
• Be able to initiate and implement constructive change in their communities, including professions and workplace

Graduate attributes

The Melbourne Experience enables our graduates to become:

• Academically excellent
• Knowledgeable across disciplines
• Leaders in communities
• Attuned to cultural diversity and ethically aware
• Active global citizens