The Master of Computer Science is designed for applicants with a bachelor's degree in computer science or information technology (or a related field). There are other ways to meet admission requirements – see Entry Requirements.
You can focus on one or several areas of interest when choosing from the range of computer science courses, including an advanced research project at masters level.
You will be taught by a mix of internationally renowned lecturers, industry professionals and leading researchers. Our learning spaces are some of the most innovative in the world, allowing students to share ideas, help each other and socialise.
Estimated FeeAUD 29,028.00 per Semester
Duration1.5 Year
English Score
IELTS (6.5) , PTE (64)
Next Intake
23 Feb 2026
Application Fee
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To enrol in this course, you’ll need to meet one of the following academic requirements.
If you’re unsure, a course advisor can help you assess your eligibility.
It's possible to complete this degree in 1.5 years or 1 year depending on your qualifications and experience.
You can apply for any duration as long as you meet the entry requirements. You may also be eligible to apply for credit or exemptions to shorten your degree further. You'll graduate with the same qualification no matter how long you take to complete the degree.
1.5-year degree (24 units of study)
To be eligible to complete the degree in 1.5 years full-time (only available as full-time study), you'll need:
a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in computer science or software engineering, or
a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) which includes all of the relevant discipline content (see below).
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification
* Please note that if a graduate certificate (or graduate diploma) from the same program suite is used as the basis of entry into the program and you do not have a degree in the relevant discipline, you will not be eligible for credit towards the Masters program.
1-year degree (16 units of study)
If you have relevant prior learning or experience, you can reduce the number of courses you need to complete and graduate in less time.
To be eligible to complete the degree in 1 year full-time (only available as full-time study), you'll need:
a bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in computer science or software engineering, or
a bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) which includes all of the relevant discipline content (see below).
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification
Relevant disciplines for previous qualifications
1.5 year degree (24 units of study)
If your bachelor's degree was not awarded in computer science or software engineering, you must have successfully completed all of the following discipline content in your tertiary studies:
data structures and algorithms
at least 2 programming courses
discrete mathematics or algebra
at least 3 from the following:
computer organisation or computer architecture or computer systems
computer networks or communication networks
operating systems
databases or information systems
probability and statistics
1 year degree (16 units of study)
If your bachelor honours degree was not awarded in computer science or software engineering, you must have successfully completed at least 16 courses with computer science and/or information technology discipline content in your tertiary studies. At least 2 courses must be at an advanced level in your final year of study.
IELTSOverall 6.5, listening min. 6, Reading min. 6, Writing min. 6, Speaking min. 6
PTE64
Career Outcomes
Business analyst
Data scientist
Digital analyst
Market analyst
Big data architect
Data migration specialist
Social media data strategist
Information architect
Cloud architect
Database administrator
Locations
Study from vibrant campuses that offer access to industry networks, experienced faculty, and
support services to help you succeed.
Saint Lucia Campus
280–284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr
St Lucia - Queensland
Australia