The University of Melbourne

Master of Computer Science

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Computers are changing the world, and our lives. We've been saying that for decades, and we’ll keep saying it, because computing technology just keeps on advancing.

You probably have what a few decades ago would have been called a super-computer sitting in your pocket right now.

The Master of Computer Science will give you a broad base of high-level knowledge to keep up with these advances, with specialist skills in at least one area of knowledge systems, programming languages and distributed computing, information systems, mathematics/statistics, spatial information science or linguistics.

Delivery mode

The University of Melbourne offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Grattan Street, Parkville

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • An undergraduate degree with a major in Computer Science or equivalent
  • A weighted average mark of at least H2A (75%), or equivalent
  • At least 25 points of university level mathematics or statistics subjects.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $83,312 $110,274 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$83,312
Standard Tuition:
$110,274
Full Fee Tuition:
$83,312
Full Fee Tuition:
$110,274
Enquire with The University of Melbourne to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $83,312 $110,274 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Master of Computer Science will prepare you for the following roles.

Cloud Architect

A Cloud Architect coordinates the use of cloud services for a large business or organisation. You might be involved in planning and implementing cl...

Avg yearly income $171,600
Entry barriers Low

Computer Scientist

A Computer Scientist designs, develops, and maintains software and systems to solve complex problems and improve technology. You might work in a va...

Avg yearly income $86,736
Entry barriers Low

Cyber Security Analyst

A Cyber Security Analyst protects an organisation's systems and data from cyber threats. You may work in various sectors, focusing on monitoring ne...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

Software Engineer

A Software Engineer designs information technology systems for a range of industries. You might create new software systems or make changes to exis...

Avg yearly income $130,000
Entry barriers Low

Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts evaluate and support an organisation’s IT network and computer infrastructure to ensure the system is efficient and meeting organi...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

AI Engineer

An AI Engineer designs and develops artificial intelligence systems to solve complex problems and improve business processes. You might work in tec...

Avg yearly income $109,200
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Melbourne

Welcome to the University of Melbourne. We are Australia’s leading research university, with a 165-year-long tradition of higher education in the arts, sciences and numerous professional disciplines.

At Melbourne, we take delight through our on-campus teaching and graduate online programs in helping undergraduate and postgraduate students from Australia and many other countries to achieve globally recognised qualifications. The educational experience here prepares well-rounded graduates who are academically outstanding and practically grounded.

We also support and encourage internationally-connected research collaborations around basic and applied problems, in the hope of changing the world for the better.