The Masters course consists of coursework subjects, and either a major project or a minor thesis, to a total of at least 72 credit points. No more than four of these subjects may be from Group 1 on the list. No more that four of these subjects may be from Group 1 on the list. The Postgraduate Diploma requires the completion of eight 6-point subjects, of which at least six must be drawn from Group 1 or Group 2 below, and up to two may be from any postgraduate program of the University. The Postgraduate Certificate consists of four 6-point subjects from Group 1 or Group 2.
Subjects typically involve one class per week for one thirteen-week semester.
Students with heavy time commitments outside the course may take subjects at a slower rate provided that they complete the course in a reasonable time. The course operates at the Clayton campus, however some subjects are offered at other Monash campuses. The normal entry requirement is at least a three-year degree or diploma level qualification in a discipline which provides a suitable basis for the course e.g. Computer Science, Data Processing or Electrical, Electronic or Communications Engineering. Applicants with a degree or diploma in a subject not directly related to the course will be considered if they have relevant work-experience in Computers or Communications. Completion of relevant training courses will also be considered.