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Master of Engineering Science (Network Systems and Telecommunications)

S099  073082M



Duration

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Fee*

2 Year/s Hawthorn (Semester 1, Semester 2) A$22,150 (annual for 2012) 
*The indicative course fees shown in Course Search apply to international students studying on-campus in Australia for the relevant year only. They are based on a standard study load per year. However, please note that fees are assessed according to a student's study load in each semester, and variation to study load will result in an adjustment to tuition fees. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.

The Master of Engineering Science (Network Systems and Telecommunications) comprises advanced level information and communications technology (ICT) studies with a major focus on telecommunication systems and the management of networks.

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The Master of Engineering Science (Network Systems and Telecommunications) is part of a two year, 16 unit nested suite of programs which focuses on the design, management and service provision of private and public network systems, including wireless and broadband technologies and a CISCO based approach to the management of networks. The program is designed to provide excellent career opportunities in the areas of telecommunication and network engineering. Specialised knowledge in the field of data communication networking will cover specific competencies of industry certification material such as Cisco CCNA and CCNP and Microsoft MCITP: Server Administrator.

This suite of programs includes the Graduate Certificate of Science (Network Systems) the Graduate Diploma of Science (Network Systems) and the Master of Science (Network Systems). There are different entry points depending upon previous academic studies and work experience.

 


The aim of this program is to provide excellent career opportunities by offering high level coverage of networking principles and an appreciation of the emerging issues and technologies in networks, together with specific competencies (industry certification material such as Cisco CCNA* and CCNP* and Microsoft MCITP: Server Administrator*).

*Certification examinations are not part of this program. In some cases only part of the requirements are covered.


The Master of Engineering Science (Network Systems and Telecommunications) consists of 16 units of study (200 credit points)  incorporating the Graduate Certificate of Science (Network Systems), the Graduate Diploma of Science (Network Systems), and the Master of Science (Network Systems).

The program is available in both full-time and part-time* (5.30pm to 9.30pm) modes. Part-time mode includes the possibility of studying one unit of study at a time. Evening classes are available in most units of study and entry is possible in both Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July).

Please note: some units of study are subject to quotas and minimum enrolment requirements. Not all units of study are available every semester, and changes in program structure occur from time to time.

*International student visa holders are required to study full-time.


S049 Graduate Certificate of Science (Network Systems)
 
S059 Graduate Diploma of Science (Network Systems)
 
S069 Master of Science (Network Systems)
Advanced Networking Stream
One elective unit (from below)
 
Network Security Stream
One elective unit (from below)
 
Future Networks Stream
One elective unit (from below)
 
S099 Master of Engineering Science (Network Systems and Telecommunications)
One elective unit (from below)
 


The Master of Engineering Science (Network Systems and Telecommunications) program is accredited at Professional Level with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).


Apply for this course by following the step-by-step process on our How To Apply page.


Swinburne College English for Academic Purposes Advanced level certificate at the undergraduate level (EAP 5: UG-65% ); OR, Obtaining a minimum IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0; OR, a TOEFL (Paper-based) minimum score of 550 (with Test of Written English (TWE) score of 5); OR, a TOEFL (Computer-based) minimum score of 213 (with Written Writing score of 5); OR, a TOEFL (Internet-based) minimum score of 80 with no band less than 20.

 

Refer to the English Language Requirements website for further information.


A recognised bachelor degree at a suitably high level in engineering, science, computing or information technology.

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Enquire online: www.swinburne.edu.au/international/enquiry  
Email: international@swinburne.edu.au  
Phone: +613 8676 7002 (outside Australia)
Freecall 1800 897 973 (within Australia)


A range of scholarships is available to international students, visit our Scholarship Page for details.