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INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

GLOBAL INNOVATION

POSTGRADUATE COURSESCOURSEWORK AND RESEARCH

it.monash.edu/postgradFACULTY OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

RESEARCH PROGRAMS

POSTGRADUATE COURSEWORK

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The Value of a Monash Degree

Master of Business Information Systems (MBIS)

Doctor of Philosophy Master of Philosophy

English Language Entry Requirements

How to Apply

Master of Information Technology (MIT)

Master of Networks and Security (MNS)

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English Language Entry Requirements

How to Apply

Coursework Scholarships

Contact us

DISCOVER WHY MELBOURNE IS #1

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Master of Data Science (MDS)

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GAIN INSTANT STATUS - ON A GLOBAL SCALE

Your Monash technology qualification will be recognised all over the world. Wherever your career may take you.

Operating across four continents, Monash attracts over 60,000 students from 170 countries. We employ 7,500 staff worldwide and our researchers collaborate with more than 110 global institutions.

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN A STIMULATING COMMUNITY

At Monash you will be mentored by today’s most forward-thinking technology minds.

With a world-class research and academic team, Monash University is at the forefront of information technology investigation and growth.

SECURE YOUR EDGE IN A COMPETITIVE MARKET

With a Monash qualification, you will be a highly sought-after professional in Australia and overseas.

Reputable companies across varied industries choose Monash technology graduates for their creative and progressive minds.

SPECIALISE, CUSTOMISE OR EXTEND YOUR STUDY EXPERIENCE

At Monash you can tailor your course to match your area of interest. Topics available for study include business intelligence, enterprise systems, mobile and distributed systems, networks and multimedia, cybersecurity, social informatics, librarianship, archives and recordkeeping.

To customise your study experience further, you can also study units from other faculties or in off-campus learning mode.

Plus if you wish to progress to PhD level or pursue a research career, our team is here to guide and support you.

THE SMART CHOICE FOR SMART PROFESSIONALS

MONASH IS AT THE FOREFRONT OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INVESTIGATION AND GROWTH

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You will join the ranks of Australia’s largest university - and acquire instant status as a ‘Group of Eight’ graduate.

You will also become a life-long member of a rich global alumni network.

Don’t settle for anything less. Choose Monash University.

THE VALUE OF A MONASH DEGREEWITH A MONASH UNIVERSITY QUALIFICATION, YOU WILL BECOME A SOUGHT-AFTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL ALL OVER THE WORLD.

STEP ONTO OUR INTERNATIONAL STAGE

INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS

Monash partners with 16 universities across North America, Europe, Africa and Asia for collaborative research, secondments and student exchanges.

CAMPUSES

Monash has five campuses across Australia: Caulfield, Clayton, Berwick, Parkville and Peninsula.

We also have campuses in Malaysia and South Africa, a teaching and research centre in Prato, Italy - and a partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, India.

Monash also has an international collaboration at Suzhou with the Southeast University (SEU) in china and an alliance with Warwick University.

A GLOBAL COMMUNITY

International students represent one-third of our student body. That’s over 21,000 international students.

With a rich global alumni community of 235,000 graduates, your international network could last a life-time.

WHY STUDY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AT MONASH?

Students undertaking the MITI program gain invaluable insight into their chosen profession and acquire hands-on experience that holds them in good stead for the future.

COURSEWORK RESEARCH

If you choose the research component, this will involve research training and a minor thesis under the supervision of an academic staff member, to be completed in your final two semesters of study.

High achieving students who complete the research component may progress to further research study.

FINANCIAL REWARDS

Did you know that you may be eligible for a scholarship or course fee allowance?

Monash offers a range of scholarships to all students enrolling in a Faculty of Information Technology postgraduate degree at an Australian campus. See green box below. INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

At Monash we run two programs to give you a competitive edge while acquiring your qualification: the Industry Experience Program and the Monash Industry Team Initiative.

Industry Experience (IE) Program

In your final semester, you will work with a team to design, develop and deliver an information system to address the technology needs of a real organisation.

The IE Program spans a semester and counts as 18 points (including FIT5120 Industrial experience studio project worth 12 points and FIT5122 Professional practice) towards your qualification.

We partner with a range of business clients – many coming through the Glen Eira Council BusEd Program and the Victorian Council of Social Service.

Your team will have access to an academic supervisor to mentor you and to ensure your work meets professional standards. To conclude the program, your team will present a system to help grow your client’s business and better manage their future technology needs.

Monash Industry Team Initiative (MITI)

MITI is an exciting program that gives you the opportunity to solve real problems in the business world – giving you an edge in the employment market.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, selected students work on a specific project set by a Monash industry partner over the 10-12 week summer break.

Monash pre-screens students according to defined criteria – and the industry partner makes the final selection based on the best fit for their business.

MERIT SCHOLARSHIPS

For up to 100% off your course fees

COURSE FEE ALLOWANCES

Valued at A$1,000

‘ After completing my undergraduate degree in my home country of Indonesia, I decided to research universities in Australia to pursue postgraduate studies. I ultimately opted for Monash because of its outstanding international reputation.’

KARTIKA ANGKAWIJAYA

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DISCOVER WHY MELBOURNE IS #1

A CULTURAL AND SPORTS LOVER’S HAVEN

Melbourne is home to many world sporting events including the Australian Tennis Open, International Test Cricket, Formula One Grand Prix and Melbourne Cup.

In winter Melbournians flock to the Australian Football League (AFL), affectionately known as ‘the footy! So pick a team and join in.

But if you’re looking for culture, you will love the city’s many cultural events - such as The Melbourne International Arts Festival and The Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

THE WORLD’S MOST LIVEABLE CITY

According to the 2014 EIU Global Liveability Survey, Melbourne is the world’s most liveable city. But that’s nothing new. Melbourne has held the top position for four years running now.

Melbourne is safe, well-designed and easy to get around. Our people value equality, tolerance, respect - and freedom of speech and religion. Melbournians are also cosmopolitan, fun-loving and friendly.

With superior standards of living, education, healthcare, transport and employment rates, it’s no wonder Melbourne welcomes so many international students every year.

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE

Melbourne has something for everyone - from calm parks and gardens to an edgy arts and music scene.

As Australia’s restaurant capital, we have over 3,000 restaurants offering cuisines from around the world. Our city’s unique streets and laneways are sprinkled with night markets, cool bars and cafes - tucked away from the hustle and bustle.

If you love coffee, Melbourne is for you. Our smooth and superb lattes, flat whites and espressos are world-famous.

PLANNING YOUR OVERSEAS STUDY EXPERIENCE IS EXCITING -

ESPECIALLY WHEN IT COMES TO CHOOSING YOUR NEW HOME.

HERE’S WHY MELBOURNE

AND MONASH SHOULD BE AT THE TOP OF YOUR LIST.

A DIVERSE ECONOMY

Melbourne has a diverse economy strong in finance, communications technology, biotechnology, research, manufacturing, automotive, aviation and creative industries.

With a population of 4 million people, there are many opportunities for casual work while you study.

Do you value diversity and flexibility in your career? If so, choose the MBIS.

You could become a qualified Business Analyst. An Enterprise Architect. A Technology Consultant. A Technology Project Manager. Or even a Chief Information Officer.

So much choice throughout your professional life.

MASTER OF BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS (MBIS)

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

You will develop expertise in the following areas:

Archives and recordkeeping (specialisation)

Business intelligence

Enterprise systems

Information systems design

IT strategy and management

Knowledge management

Librarianship and information science (specialisation)

Project management

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You must have a qualification equivalent to an Australian undergraduate degree - not necessarily IT related - with an overall pass average.

BECOME A QUALIFIED TECHNOLOGY PROFESSIONAL WITH BROAD CAREER POTENTIAL.

Existing qualification

Undergraduate degree in any field

Undergraduate degree with studies in business information systems

Undergraduate honours degree with studies in business information systems

Course duration

2 years full time

1.5 years full time

1 year full time

POSTGRADUATE COURSEWORK

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

The industry experience component includes:

• Project work for real clients

• Professional practice training

RESEARCH

If you choose the research component, this will involve research training and a minor thesis under the supervision of an academic staff member.


OR

COURSE LENGTH*

Full Time 1, 1.5 or 2 years

Part Time 2, 3 or 4 years

COURSE CODE

C6003

CRICOS CODE

079053A

CAMPUS

Caulfield, MalaysiaOff-campus

EXIT AWARDS

Graduate Diploma in Business Information Systems (course code C4005) Graduate Certificate in Business Information Systems (course code C5004)

COURSE STRUCTURE

4 FOUNDATION UNITS* (24 POINTS)

1 CORE UNITS (6 POINTS)

7 ELECTIVE UNITS (42 POINTS)

You will complete: You will complete: You will complete:

Introduction to business information systems FIT9123

Systems analysis and design FIT9130

Programming foundations FIT9131

Introduction to databases FIT9132

Project management FIT5057

AboveIT researchers, Dr Michael Wybrow and PhD student Taiwo Oseni, at the Caulfield campus

*Course duration varies depending on previous qualifications.

* Students with previous studies in business information systems can apply for credit for the foundation units.

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Industry experience studio project (12 points) FIT5120

Professional practice FIT5122

• One level five unit offered by the Faculty of Information Technology

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE (24 POINTS)

IT research methods FIT5125

Masters thesis part 1 FIT5126


Masters thesis final FIT5128

RESEARCH (24 POINTS)

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OR

You can choose from:

Option 1

a) Five units from the list of approved electives

b) Two further units from the approved elective list;

OR Two level five units from the Faculty of Information Technology or from any other Monash faculty (Subject to approval)

Option 2

a) The Archieves and recordkeeping specialisation and/or the Library and information science specialisation.

Are you ready to embark on a high-status technology career? Do you want to progress to the next level as a technology specialist?

With an MIT you could become a Software Engineer. An Enterprise Data Architect. A Mobile Systems Analyst. A Data Scientist. Or even a Chief Technology Officer.

You’ll be in good standing with this esteemed qualification.

MASTER OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (MIT) ACHIEVE YOUR POTENTIAL WITH THIS PRESTIGIOUS TECHNOLOGY QUALIFICATION.

COURSE LENGTH*



COURSE CODE

C6001

CRICOS CODE

079055K

CAMPUS

Caulfield

EXIT AWARDS

Graduate Diploma in Information Technology (course code C4003)

Graduate Certificate in Information Technology (course code C5002)


AREAS OF EXPERTISE


Data management technology

Mobile and distributed systems

Machine learning

Software engineering

Networks and security

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You must have a qualification equivalent to an Australian undergraduate degree - not necessarily IT related - with an overall pass average.

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE




RESEARCH



OR

Existing qualification

Undergraduate degree in any field

Undergraduate degree with a technical IT area of study

Undergraduate honours degree with studies in a technical IT area of study

Course duration

2 years full time

1.5 years full time

1 year full time

COURSE STRUCTURE

4 FOUNDATION UNITS* (24 POINTS)

2 CORE UNITS (12 POINTS)


You will complete: You will complete: You will complete:

• Programming foundations FIT9131

• Introduction to databases FIT9132

• Computer architecture and operating systems FIT9134

• Data communications FIT9135

• Project management FIT5057

• Software engineering FIT5136

a)

Four units from the list of approved electives

b)

Two further units from the approved elective list

OR

Two level five units from the Faculty of Information Technology or from any other Monash faculty (subject to approval)


AboveIT researcher, Dr Andrea Rendl,

at the Monash Caulfield campus.

* Students with previous studies in information technology can apply for credit for the foundation units.

Industry experience studio project (12 points) FIT5120

Professional practice FIT5122

• One level five unit offered by the Faculty of Information Technology


IT research methods FIT5125



Masters thesis final FIT5128

RESEARCH (24 POINTS)

OR

AbovePhD student Senthooran IIankaikone

INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE




RESEARCH



OR

MASTER OF NETWORKS AND SECURITY (MNS)

Learn how to design, deploy and maintain secure and effective systems and networks with this stimulating course. As a network and security professional, your specialised skills will always be in high demand - and highly rewarded.

You could become an IT Security Engineer. A Network Designer and Administrator. A Network Based Applications Developer. A Secure Software Developer. A Cybersecurity Specialist. Or even a Chief Information Security Officer.

COURSE LENGTH*



COURSE CODE

C6002

CRICOS CODE

079052B

CAMPUS

Caulfield

EXIT AWARDS

Graduate Diploma in Networks and Security (course code C5001) Graduate Certificate in Networks and Security (course code C4001)

Graduate Certificate in IT Security (course code C4002)


ARE YOU A SUCCESSFUL NETWORK AND SECURITY SPECIALIST IN THE MAKING?

Above Dr Tim Dwyer, Professor Kim Marriot and Dr Michael Wybrow discussing IT in robotics.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You must have a qualification equivalent to an Australian undergraduate degree (with an overall pass average) in an IT or engineering related discipline such as:

AREAS OF EXPERTISE


Computer Science

Information Technology

Computing

Computing and Information Science

Computing and Information Systems

Software Engineering

Electrical, Electronic or Communication Engineering

Secure software design and architecture

System security analysis

Penetration testing

Enterprise security management

Network architecture and design

Network administration and management

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COURSE STRUCTUREYou will complete:

• Project management FIT5057 • Information and computer security FIT5163

• Programming foundations FIT9131 • Introduction to databases FIT9132 • Computer architecture and operating

systems FIT9134• Data communications FIT9135

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CORE UNITS (12 POINTS)

FOUNDATION UNITS* (24 POINTS)

Security stream: 2 units (12 points)

• Software security FIT5003

• Network security FIT5037

• Advanced topics in security FIT5124

• Enterprise IT security - planning, operations and management FIT5129

a) 4 units (24 points)

Network stream: 2 units (12 points)

• Network protocol standards FIT5010

• Network design and performance FIT5011

• Quality of service and network management FIT5034

• Network infrastructure FIT5083

b) 2 units (12 points)

The networks or security streams listed in (a.)

OR

One unit from the networks or security streams listed in (a.) and one unit from the following:

• Mobile and distributed systems FIT5046

• Advanced mobile systems FIT5140

• Distributed and big data processing FIT5148


• Industry experience studio project (12 points) FIT5120

• Professional practice FIT5122

• Software engineering FIT5136


RESEARCH (24 POINTS)OR

• IT research methods FIT5125

• Masters thesis part 1 FIT5126

• Masters thesis part 2 FIT5127

• Masters thesis final FIT5128

* Student with previous studies in information technology can apply for the credit for the foundation units

GRADUATE DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION AND KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT (GDIKM)

Do you wish to qualify as an information manager, knowledge manager, librarian, records manager or archivist?

Attracting people from a range of backgrounds, the GDKIM could help you achieve a leadership role in this highly-regarded, specialised field.

BECOME RECOGNISED AS A LEADING KNOWLEDGE PROFESSIONAL.

COURSE LENGTH

Full Time 1 year

Part Time 2 years

COURSE CODE

3340

CRICOS CODE058487D

CAMPUS

CaulfieldOff-campus

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You need a qualification equivalent to an Australian undergraduate degree - not necessarily IT related - with an overall pass average.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION When you successfully complete the GDIKM according to the structure outlined, you are eligible for professional membership of:

The Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)

OR

The Records and Information Management Professionals Australasia (RIM Professionals Australasia) the Australian Society of Archivists (ASA)

For professional recognition by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA)

Prescribed units:

1. Organisational informatics FIT5086

2. Social informatics FIT5090

3. Data curation and management FIT5146

4. Information and knowledge management systems FIT5088

5. Professional practice FIT5122*

6. Information access and use FIT5105

7. Information organisation FIT5106

8. Introduction to databases FIT9132

COURSE STRUCTURE

The course consists of eight graduate level units (48 points).

For professional recognition by the Records and Information Management Professionals Australasia (RIM Professionals Australasia) and the Australian Society of Archivists (ASA)

Prescribed units:

1. Organisational informatics FIT5086

2. Archival systems FIT5087

3. Social informatics FIT5090

4. Data curation and management FIT5146

5. Information and knowledge management systems FIT5088

6. Professional practice FIT5122*

7. Managing business records FIT5107

8. Introduction to databases FIT9132

*Special entry requirements apply.

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I.T. CAREERSPOTLIGHT

Over my career I have led some of the world’s greatest brands and businesses - across Australia, USA, Latin America, Europe and more. In my current position as SVP, Global Chief Technology Officer and Chief Data Officer at Walmart, I lead technology and data transformation across Walmart US, Sam’s Club and Walmart International. Walmart is the leading Fortune 500 company and the world’s largest retailer. I am a citizen of Australia, India and the USA, and I live with my family in Arkansas, the home of Walmart. I earned a Master of Business Systems at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia - and a Bachelor in Electrical Engineering at the University of Madras in Madras, India.

SUJA CHANDRASEKARANStudied Master of Business Systems

Current role Global, Digital, Technology and Business Transformation Executive

ALL THIS ASIDE, MY TRUE PASSIONATE IS DRIVING

CHANGE FOR FEMALE EXECUTIVES. I AIM TO HELP PROFESSIONAL WOMEN IN

TODAY’S TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN BUSINESS WORLD CARVE NEW PATHS AND MAKE AN IMPACT.

Before joining Walmart, I was the Global Chief Information Officer at Timberland, VP and Chief Technology Officer of PepsiCo North America, and CIO of Transformation at Nestle Americas. Today I also spend time coaching CEOs of technology startups in Silicon Valley, advising on digital marketing, ecommerce, mobility and analytics strategies. And I remain closely connected with Monash University and a number of US educational institutions through consultations and speaking engagements.

In 2013 I was awarded ‘IT Leader of the Year’ by Temple University’s FOX School of Business. And I was named as one of the ‘Top 10 Digital and Technology Leaders’ in the US by the Financial Times. Other honors include being recgonised as a ‘Top 50 Diverse Executives of 2014’ by Diversity MBA Magazine, and one of the world’s ‘ICONIC Women Leaders in Technology’ by Interop, InformationWeek in India. All this aside, my true passionate is driving change for female executives. I aim to help professional women in today’s technology-driven business world carve new paths and make an impact. I also support Asian Women Leadership and lead several platforms to help develop women in STEM.’

Data Science covers the capture, management and use of the huge volumes of data generated by government, commerce and science in the fast-progressing world of the Information Age. Data analytics has become a multibillion dollar industry and the lifeblood of modern commerce.

As the demand for data scientists continues to grow, Monash brings an enormous breadth of expertise relating to big data. We have the greatest collection of expertise in the theory and practice of data analytics of any university in the Asia-Pacific region. This postgraduate course leverages our breadth and depth of expertise, as well as strong industry connections with both the public and private sectors.

MODERN ORGANISATIONS ARE INCREASINGLY DEPENDENT ON THE ANALYSIS OF VAST DATA RECORDS TO DRIVE PERFORMANCE AND INNOVATION.

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Right Monash students attending the annual Google Tech Talk.

MASTER OF DATA SCIENCE

COURSE LENGTH

Full time 1, 1.5 or 2 years


COURSE CODE

C6004

CRICOS CODE

085349A

INTAKE

Semester 1

CAMPUS

Caulfield

EXIT AWARDS

Graduate Diploma inData Science(course code C5003)Graduate Certificate inData Science(course code C4004)


INTRODUCING

At Monash Online, we offer a Graduate Diploma in Data Science that puts you at the forefront of this exciting

field through our world-class learning experience.

Visit link for more info:

online.monash.edu/course/graduate-diploma-data-science

ONLINE GRADUATE DIPLOMA

DID YOU KNOW?

DATA SCIENTIST IS RANKED #6 BEST JOB

FOR 2015* *Careercast.com; the best jobs of 2015


Above Computer science researcher, Professor Jon McCormack

*(https://hbr.org/2012/10/data-scientist-the-sexiest-job-of-the-21st-century/ar/1)

Described as “the sexiest job of the 21st century,*” data scientists are responsible for deriving value from big data assets. The insights they derive are often key drivers of innovation, transformation and competitive advantage in business, industry and government.

Companies around the world are searching for experts in this field. From technology start ups to global organisations, data scientists help companies investigate and analyze data to solve real business problems.

The Master of Data Science will prepare graduates for a career in Data Science giving them the skills needed to deal effectively within the areas of data management, data analytics or data processing. The course covers statistical and exploratory analysis, data formats and languages, processing of massive data sets, and management of data and its role and impact in an organisation and community.

An optional Data Analytics stream in the course allows those students with an analytic bent to also develop machine learning skills. The course also considers broader organisational and societal issues and the impact of data science on society.

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COURSEWORK SCHOLARSHIPS Did you know that every student is eligible for a scholarship?

Monash offers a range of scholarships to all students enrolling in a Faculty of Information Technology postgraduate degree at an Australian campus.

Our faculty and university scholarships reward academic excellence and ensure equitable access to tertiary education.

All commencing students enrolling into a Faculty of Information Technology postgraduate degree at an Australian campus are eligible for a Merit Scholarship.

Scholarships and bursaries for Indigenous Australian students

We offer a range of scholarships and bursaries for commencing and continuing Indigenous Australian students, including:

• Information Technology Indigenous Australian Merit Scholarship

• Information Technology Indigenous Australian Achievement Scholarship

• Monash University Indigenous Australian Archives Scholarship

• Faculty of IT Indigenous Australian Study Support Bursary

For more information visit it.monash.edu/scholarships

SCHOLARSHIP VALUE PAID TOWARDS

Faculty of Information Technology Merit Scholarship

Monash University International Scholarship for Excellence

Monash International Leadership Scholarship

A$6,000 per 48 credit points of study - depending on your previous academic results

A$6,000 per 48 credit points of study

100% of your course fees (until you complete the minimum number of points for your degree)

Your tuition fees (for the minimum number of credit points required to complete your degree)

Your tuition fees (for the minimum number of credit points required to complete your degree - while maintaining a distinction average (70%))

Course fees - excluding OSHC, accommodation and living costs

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

DOMESTIC STUDENTS

Domestic students are Australian and New Zealand citizens and Australian permanent residents (including holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas).

Applications for all postgraduate courses can be made directly online at

www.monash.edu.au/admissions/apply/online.html

For more information visit it.monash.edu/apply

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Before you apply, please ensure you meet all the Monash University minimum entry requirements - including academic, English language and selection criteria.

International students can apply online, by mail or through a Monash Agent.

For more information visit monash.edu/study/international/apply

Online

To apply directly for all postgraduate courses please visit monash.edu/ study/international/apply

By mail

1. Download an application form at monash.edu/study/international/apply

2. Send your completed form to: International Recruitment Services - Monash University Building A, Ground Floor 900 Dandenong Road Caulfield East 3145 AUSTRALIA

Monash Agents

Agents are located in major cities around the world.

Your application must include certified copies of your academic transcripts and English qualifications or results.

For more information visit monash.edu/international/agents

HOW TO APPLY

TEST RESULTS REQUIRED

An overall score of at least 6.5

No individual band scores less than 6.0

A minimum test score of 550

A Test of Written English (TWE) score of at least 4.5


An overall score of at least 21 in the written section

No less than 12 in listening, 13 in reading and 18 in speaking

An overall score of 58

No PTE communicative skills score below 50

Proficiency (CPE): 45 or above (each skill must score weak or above)

or

Advanced (CAE): 58 or above (each skill must score borderline or above)

IELTS (Academic)

TOEFL Paper based

TOEFL Internet based

Pearson Test of English (Academic)

The Cambridge English

You can meet the English language entry requirements by one of three ways.

1. Previous studies

Previous studies of a university award program or program deemed equivalent to Monash University undergraduate study.

Your studies must be equivalent to a standard full-time year - at an institution where the course is instructed in English.

2. English language test results

Achievement of the required results in one of the following English language tests.

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3. English Language Bridging Program

Successful completion of the English Language Bridging Program at the Monash University English Language Centre (MUELC) - or an equivalent program approved by Monash University.

RESEARCH PROGRAMS

OUR FIVE RESEARCH FLAGSHIPS

COMPUTATIONAL BIOLOGY

Focus: major computational challenges in life science and medicine, building on our strengths in artificial intelligence, machine learning, and optimisation research.

Research themes: macromolecular informatics, computational systems biology, computational ecology

For more information visit it.monash.edu/research-computational-biology

MACHINE LEARNING

Focus: the mathematical and practical foundations of discovering knowledge from data.

Research themes: information theoretic approaches to data analysis, Bayesian approaches to knowledge discovery, machine learning applications

For more information visit it.monash.edu/research-machine-learning

MODELLING, OPTIMISATION AND VISUALISATION (MOVI)

Focus: the development of optimisation and visualisation technology to help organisational leaders make more informed decisions to improve their services.

Research themes: constraint optimisation algorithms, applications of constraint optimisation, high-level modelling of constraint optimisation problems, information visualisation, eBooks and digital publishing

For more information visit it.monash.edu/research-movi

DATA SYSTEMS AND CYBER SECURITY

Focus: innovative data management, storage and indexing techniques as well as addressing the challenge of keeping data secure in the rapidly changing and increasingly online data ecosphere.

Research themes: high performance databases, spatial data management, information retrieval, cryptographic technologies, information forensics, network security and biometrics.

For more information visit it.monash.edu.au/research-data-systems-cybersecurity

IT FOR RESILIENT COMMUNITIES

Focus: how technologies can enable strong, healthy and resilient communities and cultures to develop - supporting social inclusion and bridging the digital and information divides.

Research themes: community and development informatics, resilient cultures, community health informatics, infrastructure for IT for resilient communities

For more information visit it.monash.edu/research resilient-communities

POSTGRADUATE COURSES

Research Programs

HIGHER DEGREE RESEARCH

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH AT MONASH

The Faculty of Information Technology has a reputation for excellence in research. With over 150 research students, the faculty offers a stimulating research environment with supervision from world-class researchers.

Technology research at Monash crosses disciplines, campuses and nations - allowing Monash to delve deeper than any other Australian educational institution.

Our strengths include computing science, software engineering, information systems and information and knowledge management.

PATHWAYS INTO RESEARCH DEGREES

If you don’t meet the entry requirements for a research degree, we offer a range of coursework programs which may serve as a pathway to a research degree.

These courses include an option to undertake a significant research component providing a pathway for admission to a research degree - subject to academic performance.

For more information visit it.monash.edu/postgrad

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IT researchers at the Caulfield campus: PhD student Dora He,

Dr Andrea Rendl, Professor Mark Wallace

and Professor Bernd Meyer.

UNDERGRADUATE IT DEGREE

OR

RELEVANTDISCIPLINE (3 years)

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

COURSEWORK DEGREE

HONOURS DEGREE

(1 year) 3 units, Minor thesis and Research methods

MASTERS BY COURSEWORK IT DEGREE

Including 24 points of research*

H2B (65%+)

H2B (65%+)MPHIL

(up to 2 yearsof research)

PHD

(up to 4 yearsof research)

H2A (70%) or higher

H2A (70%) or higher

* Research (24 points) IT research methods (6 points) + Research thesis (18 points)

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You must meet one of the following criteria:

a) A bachelor’s degree of at least four years’ full-time study - normally including a research component in your fourth year, leading to an honours degree at first or upper second class level (HI or HIIA)

b) An equivalent course to a first or upper second class honours degree - as rated by the faculty

c) A master’s degree that comprises a significant research component, at least equivalent to (a) above

DURATION

Full Time Up to 4 years

Part Time Up to 8 years

INTAKE

All year round (subject to finding a supervisor)

COURSE CODE

0190

CRICOS CODE

041045C

CAMPUS

Caulfield, Clayton, Malaysia

DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY

PHD PROJECTS

The Faculty of IT is seeking PhD candidates to undertake research as part of a number of designated priority research projects. Many of these have funding available for suitable candidates.

For more information visit it.monash.edu/research-projects

ABOUT

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree is a supervised program which involves a major research project on a topic of personal interest.

To be awarded your degree, examiners must believe that your thesis:

Significantly contributes to knowledge in that discipline

Demonstrates your ability to perform independent research

You will be supported throughout your degree by at least two supervisors.

The length of your thesis varies across disciplines, but should not normally exceed 80,000 words.

All candidates enrolled in a PhD undertake coursework under the Monash Doctoral Program. This coursework specific training and skills enhance your research and prepare you for life after your degree.

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DURATION

Full Time Up to 2 years

Part Time Up to 4 years

INTAKE

All year round (subject to finding a supervisor)

COURSE CODE

3337

CRICOS CODE

077608J

CAMPUS

Caulfield, Clayton, Malaysia, South Africa

MASTER OF PHILOSOPHY

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

You must meet one of the following criteria:

a) A bachelor’s degree with honours II division B or above

b) An equivalent qualification or satisfactory substitute - as rated by the Monash University Institute of Graduate Research (MIGR)

ABOUT

The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree is a supervised program which involves a major research project on a topic of personal interest.

To be awarded your degree, external examiners must declare that your thesis is:

An original contribution to the discipline concerned

Demonstrates your ability to perform independent research

You will be supported throughout your degree by at least two supervisors.

Your MPhil thesis does not need make a major contribution to the discipline with new knowledge (as a PhD requires). However, it is expected to contribute to an existing body of knowledge by applying, clarifying, critiquing or interpreting that knowledge.

The length of your thesis varies across disciplines, but should not normally exceed 35,000 words.

All candidates enrolled in a MPhil undertake coursework. This coursework specific training and skills enhance your research and prepare you for life after your degree.

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Dr Chris Mears using software for planning prostate cancer treatment developed by IT research.

ENGLISH LANGUAGE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

ENGLISH TEST RESULTS

Achievement of the required results in one of the following English language tests. (Your test must be no more than two years old.)

1.

TEST RESULTS REQUIRED

An overall score of at least 6.5

No individual band scores less than 6.0


A Test of Written English (TWE) score of at least 5


An overall score of at least 25 in the written section

No less than 22 in each of reading, speaking and listening

IELTS (Academic)

TOEFL Paper based

TOEFL Internet based

PREVIOUS STUDIES

Successful completion of a tertiary course that was:

At least two years’ duration

Conducted entirely in English

Assessed through written work

In a country where English is the official language

Completed within five years prior to your application

You will need to provide evidence in the form of a letter or certificate issued by the university registrar’s office.

For more information visit monash.edu/migr/apply/eligibility/English

2.

English requirements for a Monash research degree differ slightly from coursework.

If your first language is not English, the English language requirement must be satisfied in one or more of the following two ways.

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RESEARCH PROGRAMS

HOW TO APPLY

RESEARCH SCHOLARSHIPS

Applications for a masters by research or a doctoral degree can be made online at it.monash.edu/research-apply

Monash offers a range of postgraduate research scholarships that:

Provide a living allowance.

Pay the international tuition fees for the course.

The Faculty also offers a range of scholarships to excellent students. These can cover both the payment of international tuition fees and also provide a living stipend allowance.

To be eligible to apply for a Research Scholarship you should hold a four-year undergraduate (bachelor) degree with first-class honours - or a qualification deemed equivalent by the Faculty and the University.

For more information visit monash.edu/future/scholarships/research

CHECK YOUR ELIGIBILITY

Entry into a research degree is based on a demonstrated capacity to undertake significant research in the proposed field. You must meet the high academic and English language requirements.

For more information visit it.monash.edu/research-eligibility

STEP 1SUBMIT AN EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Once you have identified a supervisor in the research area of your choice, complete the Expression of Interest Form and submit the form directly to the supervisor you have nominated.

it.monash.edu/research-apply

STEP 3

OBTAIN AN INVITATION TO APPLY

After receipt of the Expression of Interest an assessment is undertaken based on the information provided.

Where you are assessed as suitable to apply for admission to the proposed research degree, and appropriate supervision and facilities are available for your research project you will be issued with an invitation to apply.

STEP 4

LODGE AN APPLICATION

After you have received an invitation to apply you can then proceed to lodge an application.

STEP 5

FIND A SUPERVISOR AND RESEARCH AREA

Before you apply, please ensure you have:

Identified a research area of interest

Discussed the research project with your proposed supervisor

Checked that supervisors and facilities are available at the campus you are seeking to base your candidature.

For more information visit it.monash.edu/research-supervisors

STEP 2

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MEET OUR GRADUATES AND GRADUATE RESEARCHERS

TAIWO OSENI Taiwo is undertaking her PhD in information systems

After completing her undergraduate degree in Electronic and Electrical Engineering at the Obafemi Awolowo University (Nigeria), Taiwo then travelled to the United Kingdom to complete her postgraduate studies in Engineering Business Management at Warwick University.

She is now pursuing her research passion in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems at Monash.

“My research is centred on the effects of maintenance and upgrades activities to ERP systems on business process efficiency, effectiveness and flexibility.”

When asked about her time at Monash and has this experience enhanced her research capacity she answered, “Monash has been great. There are lots of resources to aid the student researcher in developing necessary skills to undertake independent research. The workshops, seminars, and training sessions conducted by the Monash Institute of Graduate Research have enhanced by ability to progress effectively with my research.”

“Monash has an international reputation in research, and a wealth of resources to facilitate research. With over 120 research centres and institutes, it was not difficult to find a body where my research interest lies.”

JUE (GRACE) XIE Lecturer – China

Grace obtained her PhD in January 2012 from Monash University.

Award, Grace’s PhD research was in the field of Information Systems with the thesis entitled “A User-sensitive Resource Quality Assessment Approach for Health Information Portals”. This research develops a framework to conceptualise user-sensitive resource quality assessment for metadata-driven health information portals. A prototype dashboard system is designed, implemented, and evaluated using machine learning techniques to assist decision-making involved in the quality assessment. The research also identifies the evolving nature of the decision support needs, and demonstrates the feasibility of human-machine collaboration in making informed healthcare decisions.

Once completing her PhD, Grace has offered her services to help set up the Southeast University- Monash University Joint Graduate School in Suzhou, China. Her contribution to this initiative has been invaluable in reaching the approval required for this unique program at the highest level in China. Grace is currently appointed by the Faculty of IT to teach and coordinate a double Masters course in Suzhou.

“MONASH HAS AN INTERNATIONAL REPUTATION

IN RESEARCH, AND A WEALTH OF RESOURCES TO FACILITATE RESEARCH.”

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KARTIKA ANGKAWIJAYA Studied Master of Information Technology

Current role Senior Product Information Specialist, 3M Innovation

‘ After completing my undergraduate degree in my home country of Indonesia, I decided to research universities in Australia to pursue postgraduate studies. I ultimately opted for Monash because of its outstanding international reputation. As I had hoped, my Monash degree gives me immediate industry recognition, and this was especially valuable when I moved to Singapore to pursue my career. I now work in the Consumer Business Group eHub team at 3M Innovation. Our multicultural and multidisciplinary team supports all the company’s consumer brands across the Asia Pacific. I especially love working with and learning from my marketing colleagues and have now developed a strong interest in consumer behaviour. Within the next few years I would like to secure a role that focuses on creating consumer products that deliver a seamless user experience.’

DR MICHAEL WYBROW Studied Doctor of Philosophy (Computer Science)

Current role Research Fellow, Monash University

‘ I decided to pursue research because I saw it as an opportunity to become an expert in an area that I am passionate about, while still exploring other interesting topics along the way. When people ask me what I do, I explain that I solve interesting computer science problems, often motivated by real-world tasks. I write software to prove that my solutions work and to better evaluate them. I also write conference papers and journal articles to describe these techniques to others. And I am fortunate enough to travel overseas regularly to present my work. I chose Monash due to its high quality research and researchers. Monash offers a rich environment that enhances my research experience. I particularly value the seminars conducted by international and local visitors as well as the workshops offered on topics such as academic writing, supervision, collaboration, grant writing and commercialisation. I look forward to contributing to the high profile research at Monash and to collaborating with more amazing people.’

GAURAV BHARADWAJ Studied Master of Business Information Systems

‘ Before coming to Melbourne to study at Monash, I completed my undergraduate degree in Electronics and Telecommunication at Mumbai University. I then worked at Accenture in India for two years. I chose to come to Melbourne because it is a high-tech city and one of the most beautiful places in the world. What’s more, Monash offers a flexible study program which has allowed me to immerse myself in the Australian culture. Studying with so many other overseas students has also been fantastic. I love learning about different cultures and interacting with people so different to me. Monash is a true international experience which is enthralling. Monash also offers many benefits beyond the classroom. The various social and sports activities keeps students engaged and are a much-needed stress buster. The wellbeing of every student is valued. We are encouraged to be creative and to develop our own ideas and identity.’

‘I LOOK FORWARD TO CONTRIBUTING TO THE

HIGH PROFILE RESEARCH AT MONASH AND TO

COLLABORATING WITH MORE AMAZING PEOPLE.’

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