Master of Computer Science
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Master of Computer Science
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Course code: MC-CS
- CRICOS code: 0100884
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Duration
2 years full time / 4 years part time
Mode (Location)
On campus (Parkville)
Intake
March\ Key dates
Fees
AUD $62,976 (2026 indicative first year fee)\ Learn more
English language requirements
IELTS 6.5: with no band less than 6.0\ View full entry requirements
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements
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You are considered an international student if you are not a citizen or permanent resident of Australia or New Zealand.
Admission criteria
To be considered for entry into this course, you must:
- Have completed a bachelor degree (AQF7) in a cognate (relevant) discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of 75%, or equivalent.\ \ Cognate (relevant) disciplines include: Computer Science or equivalent.\ \ And
- Have completed below prerequisite subject(s):
- At least 25 points of university-level mathematics or statistics subjects.
Where degree levels are referenced, levels align with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Applications are assessed against these standards.
Where our admission criteria includes a minimum Weighted Average Mark (WAM) and/or specific subject criteria, these are based on University of Melbourne grades and subjects. If you've studied elsewhere, we'll assess your relevant prior studies and equivalent grades. Your final WAM may be adjusted depending on your previous institution's accreditation, subject grading, and pass marks.
Don't meet the prerequisite subject requirements?
You may have the option to enrol in specific single subjects through the University's Community Access Program, even if you are not enrolled in a course. Completing these prerequisite subjects may qualify you for entry into this course. This option is not available to student visa holders or applicants. Learn more about single subject study.
You can use our graduate coursework grade conversion eligibility calculator to get an indication of whether you are eligible for this course based on your previous studies and Weighted Average Mark (WAM).
English language requirements
All applicants to the University of Melbourne must satisfy the English language requirements. This may be achieved in a number of ways, including recognised previous study taught and assessed entirely in English or an approved English language test. If you are from a non-English speaking background, the required standard of English for this degree is one of the following English proficiency test scores:
- English language test score requirements
- If you need to undertake an English language test, you must meet one of the scores* below:
IELTS
6.5
with writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; reading 6.0; listening 6.0
TOEFL
81
with writing 19; speaking 19; reading 16; listening 16
PEARSON
64
with writing 60; speaking 60; reading 60; listening 60
CAMBRIDGE
169
with writing 170; speaking 179; reading 163; listening 163
LANGUAGECERT ACADEMIC
67
with writing 64; speaking 70; reading 60; listening 57
MET
58
with writing 57; speaking 48; reading 55; listening 56
*Accepted tests: IELTS (Academic English only); TOEFL Internet-based test; Pearson Test of English Academic; Cambridge English: Advanced/Certificate of Advanced English (CAE); LanguageCert Academic; Michigan English Test. If a test displays N/A, it is not accepted for this course.
About selection
When assessing (and where relevant, ranking) applications, the Selection Committee will consider:
- Prior academic performance
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Relevance of previous study
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Quotas may be applied, and preference may be given to applicants with evidence of appropriate preparation or potential to undertake research.
- Entry into the Master of Computer Science is subject to the capacity of the school offering the program stream to provide adequate supervision in a research project appropriate to the interests and preparation of the individual student and may be subject to the agreement of a member of academic staff to supervise the project module.
The Selection Committee may seek further information to clarify any aspect of an application in accordance with the Selection and Admission Policy.
Meeting the minimum entry requirements for this course does not guarantee selection.
Additional information
Advanced Standing
Prior studies may be credited towards your degree and potentially reduce the duration of your course. This is known as Advanced Standing (also known as credit or recognition of prior learning).
For additional, in-depth details on entry requirements and admissions for this course, refer to the University Handbook.
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