Master of Science (Information Science) By Research

Description:

The Master of Science (Information Science) by research is a course designed to meet the needs of professionals who need to gain an indepth knowledge and understanding of a particular area of information and information management at an advanced level. It provides knowledge and skills of research methods and processes appropriate to the chosen topic of investigation. The Master of Science (Information Science) is designed to provide students with the opportunity to pursue independent, quality research in a chosen area of study.

Course Structure:

The course normally requires two years of full-time study or its part-time equivalent. The Master of Science (Information Science) has two stages.

Course Location and Mode of Study:

Available at: Mt Lawley
Modes: Full-time, Part-time

Off-campus students must have regular and reliable access to the Internet and Ecourse.

Admission Requirements:

To be admitted to the Master of Science (Information Science) degree students must have completed at least an undergraduate degree or a graduate diploma in a field closely related to this discipline. In addition, students should have two years’ professional experience in information related areas.

Course Planner:

Stage 1

Stage 2

The thesis component of this course is entirely research based and equivalent to 1 year of full-time study. Each semester students nominate if they wish to enrol into research thesis unit: CSG6200 at 25, 50, 75 or 100% of full-time enrolment. Students are required to continue re-enrolling in the thesis component of their study until the thesis is submitted for examination.