Master of Science in Computer Science - With a major in Computer & Network Security
| YEAR 2 | |
| CRICOS PROVIDER NO | 00124K |
| COURSE CODE | SMCS |
| LOCATION | ECA Sydney (subject to sufficient numbers) |
| INTAKES | MARCH AND AUGUST |
| DURATION | TWO SEMESTERS |
| FEE | A$9,000 PER SEMESTER |
SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS
Victoria University offers a Computer Security stream as part of the postgraduate studies in the School of Computer Science and Mathematics.
Prospective students do not require background knowledge in either networks or security. The Master of Science is a two-year (16 study units)course providing graduates with the required knowledge and tools to workas professionals in networks and in security areas.
WHY STUDY AT VICTORIA UNIVERSITY?
Victoria University is one of Australia’s premier teaching institutions, obtaining the highest possible score for satisfaction with teaching and the students’ experience in the Australian “Good Universities Guide”. Staff in the School of Computer Science and Mathematics have established international reputations for teaching and research in cryptography and security, with courses taught both locally and overseas. The School supports a high teacher/student ratio, and aims to provide a friendly atmosphere conducive to learning.
As well as teaching the subjects above, staff supervise many research projects in security and cryptography, from Honours, through to Masters and Doctorate level. Masters is the highest level coursework degree offered atVictoria University.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Entry into the program is open to applicants with an appropriate degree. Preference will be given to applicants whose degree contains major studies in a quantitative discipline. Other applicants whose occupation and experience indicate that they have the capacity to succeed may be accepted into the course as assessed by the VU course coordinator according to the VU policy.
The minimum English requirement for admission to the Master of Computer Science is an IELTS of 6.5 (with no subtest less than 6.0) or equivalent. Equivalence is to be assessed by VU.
WHAT JOBS ARE AVAILABLE IN COMPUTER AND NETWORK SECURITY?
Computer and Network Security is currently one of the hottest computer areas in the world. Graduates can fi nd employment in the banking and fi nance industries; in computer and network support; and in security analysis, training, auditing and implementation in the commercial, government or private sectors. There are also opportunities for employment with the telecommunications and defence industries.
STRUCTURE OF THE PROGRAM
The Master of Science is a two-year program. Students who successfully complete year one of the program will be eligible for the Graduate Diploma of Computer Science.
FIRST YEAR SUBJECTS (EQUIVALENT TO THE POSTGRADUATE DIPLOMA)
RCM6710: Internet Data Management 1
The subject introduces students from beginning Web applications, to object-oriented programming, to building Data-Driven Web applications and deploying an ASP.NET application. This subject will also address web server and database security. Students gain experience in developing a fully functional e-Commerce system.
RCM6813: Internet Security
The subject aims to introduce students to the principles and practices of secure computing over the Internet and other networks, with particular emphasis on the application of software to minimizing security risks.
RCM6823: Database Design, Management and Administration
This advanced database unit provides an insight into DBMS components such as distributed database design and management, services and multi-user architectures. The data base planning, transaction management, integrity and security provide the necessary skills required of a database administrator.
RCM6845: Object Oriented Technology
This subject covers the theory and practice of Internet object-oriented computing using Java-based technologies. Exploration of advanced Java object-oriented programming techniques and their distributed characteristics in the Internet environment includes such advanced Java features as JavaBeans, Internet programming, JDBC, servlets, JSP, JavaServer Faces and mobile computing.
RCM6106 and RCM6107: Thesis
The aim of 4-unit thesis is to enable students to competently research an area of study utilising knowledge and skills gained in previous studies of networks and security. The Thesis is a large project carried out by students on an individual basis. The project is expected to be an investigation of an approved topic, followed by analysis of the results. Towards the end of the project, a suitably formatted thesis must be submitted in which the topic is introduced and formulated, the investigation described in detail, results and conclusions from the study are elaborated, and an extended discussion present.
