Advanced Studies in Computing (COMP30013)
Undergraduate level 3Points: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Semester 2
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
The subject consists of advanced studies in computing covering material which is not otherwise available to the student. The details of the topics covered will depend on the course of study selected and may involve substantial system development.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject the student is expected to:
- SILO1 - Have broadened and deepened their knowledge of 1-2 contemporary concepts and techniques in computing and be able to:
- SILO2 - Identify fundamental challenges in computing;
- SILO3 - Analyse and design solutions for problems using advanced techniques in computing;
- SILO4 - Communicate and discuss technical solutions to advanced concepts in computing.
Generic skills
On completion of this subject students should have the following skills:
- Have intellectual curiosity and creativity, including understanding of the philosophical and methodological bases of research active
- Be able to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution
- Have a capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning
- Have a profound respect for truth and intellectual integrity, and for the ethics of scholarship
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Permission required from the School of CIS Deputy Head (Academic), Professor Antonette Mendoza: mendozaa@unimelb.edu.au
A student will need a member of academic staff to agree to supervise the study.
AND
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMP20003 | Algorithms and Data Structures | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| COMP20007 | Design of Algorithms | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
Non-allowed subjects
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Project Proposal - A detailed project proposal of 800-1000 words, due in Week 3, requiring approximately 10-12 hours of work, submitted to the project supervisor.
| Week 3 | 10% |
Presentation - One 15 minute presentation of the project, including answering audience questions, held in Week 12, requiring approximately 10-12 hours of work.
| Week 12 | 10% |
Research Project/Paper - One 3000 word project report, due in first week of the examination period, requiring approximately 130 hours of work.
| During the examination period | 80% |
Last updated: 8 November 2024
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Coordinator Peter Schachte Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Regular contact (at least once a week) with the project supervisor Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 26 February 2024 to 26 May 2024 Last self-enrol date 8 March 2024 Census date 3 April 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 3 May 2024 Assessment period ends 21 June 2024 Semester 1 contact information
- Semester 2
Coordinator Farhana Choudhury Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours Regular contact (at least once a week) with the project supervisor. Total time commitment 170 hours Teaching period 22 July 2024 to 20 October 2024 Last self-enrol date 2 August 2024 Census date 2 September 2024 Last date to withdraw without fail 20 September 2024 Assessment period ends 15 November 2024 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
170 hours
What do these dates mean
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Last updated: 8 November 2024
Further information
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- Subject notesLEARNING AND TEACHING METHODSA student will need a member of academic staff to agree to supervise the study. The student also needs to register (online, details via the LMS) a project topic and supervisor from the School of Computing and Information Systems by the end of Week 1. This subject requires regular contact (at least once a week) with the project supervisor. This subject may only be taken with permission of the Deputy Head (Academic) of School in Computing and Information Systems, and is regarded by the Faculty of Science as a non-science subject for students enrolled in the pre-2008 BSc or a combined BSc course.INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCESCompleting enrolment into the subject will give students access, via the LMS, to information about possible topics, supervision, and timelines.CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKSThe subject consists of advanced studies in computing covering material which is not otherwise available to the student.
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Permission required from the Director of Teaching.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 8 November 2024