Artificial Intelligence and Da - Murdoch Univers

Murdoch's postgraduate major in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science empowers students with the technical expertise to leverage AI and data analytics solutions. Through exclusive access to the IT Innovation Hub and industry collaborations, students gain practical experience and insights from industry experts. The program equips graduates with the skills and knowledge to pursue careers as AI Specialists, Data Scientists, and Business Analysts in sectors such as commerce, engineering, and health.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This postgraduate major in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (with Dissertation) is designed to equip students with the technical skills needed to leverage innovative solutions to industry challenges. It caters to both graduates from information technology degrees and those from other disciplines. The program focuses on providing knowledge and skills in AI and data science, covering emerging and future technologies, machine learning and AI techniques, data and business analysis, and data mining. A key feature of this program is the opportunity to undertake an IT research dissertation before graduation. The program highlights the growing demand for AI and data specialists, emphasizing the competitive advantage a unique skill set in data-driven AI modeling and data analytics provides in the future workplace.

Three reasons to study Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at Murdoch:

Access to the IT Innovation Hub: Students can utilize the cutting-edge IT Innovation Hub, equipped with the latest mixed and augmented reality equipment, an operational data center, and high-performance computing capabilities.
Industry Collaboration: The course is designed in collaboration with industry partners, emphasizing effective communication and the development of solutions to complex real-world IT problems.
Expert Faculty: Students learn from information technology experts and industry advisors who share their experience and insights from a range of perspectives.

Outline:

Total credit points:

Required Units (27 credit points):

ICT515 Foundations of Data Science (3 credit points)
ICT601 Business Analytics (3 credit points)
ICT606 Machine Learning (3 credit points)
ICT619 Artificial Intelligence (3 credit points)
ICT605 Interactive Data Visualisation and Simulation (3 credit points)
ICT678 Information Technology Research Dissertation (12 credit points)

Careers:

The program prepares students for a wide range of careers in various sectors, including commerce, telecommunications, health, education, architecture, mining, engineering, law, and government and non-government organizations.

Potential career paths include:

AI Specialist
Machine Learning Specialist
Machine Learning Consultant
Data Scientist
Data Analyst
Business Analyst

Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:

Murdoch Institute of Technology (MIT) courses:
Successful completion of one of the following:
Murdoch University Preparation Course with a minimum of 50% in every subject
MUPC (1 Trimester)
Foundation Studies Course with a minimum of 50% in every subject.
Creative Portfolio:
Successful Portfolio application as assessed by the Academic Chair of the course.
University study:
Successful completion of 2 units at an Australian University or Open Universities Australia (OUA).
Western Australian Universities Foundation Program (WAUFP):
CPS 54 or higher.
50% in English Language and Australian Cultural Studies (ELACS).
Successful completion of a Certificate IV or higher.
Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only)
Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following:
English ATAR
Literature ATAR
English as an Additional Dialect (EALD) ATAR
or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher.
Extenuating circumstances:
Case-by-case assessment.
Portfolio entry:
A successful portfolio application that demonstrates relevant aptitude and ability in a related learning area.
Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE):
Overall Position (OP) of 13 or lower.
Sound Achievement (4) or better in a Queensland Studies Authority approved subject of one of the following:
English
English Extension (Literature)
English for ESL Learners.
Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only)
Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
Overseas Year 12:
GCE A Levels:
Aggregate of 6 points from:
A maximum of the best three A-level subjects; OR
A combination of A-level and AS-level subjects
At least two A-level subjects are included in the calculation
AS-level subject attempted at A-level is not eligible to be included
A-level grades (A*=6, A=5, B=4, C=3, D=2, E=1)
AS-level grades (A=2.5, B=2, C=1.5, D=1, E=0.5)
A Levels: D in one of the following:
English Language
English Literature
Knowledge and Inquiry.
AS Level: C in one of the following:
English Language
English Literature
Knowledge and Inquiry.
Minimum Selection Rank (WA/ACT/NSW/NT/SA/TAS/VIC):
70
Scaled mark of 50 or higher in one of the following (or interstate equivalent):
English ATAR
Literature ATAR
English as an Additional Dialect (EALD) ATAR
Or a STAT Written English score of 140 or higher.
Or evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic applicants only).
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma:
Total score of 24 or higher.
Higher level (HL): 3 or better.
Standard Level (SL): 4 or better.
Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only)
Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
Diploma or Advanced Diploma AQF level 5-6:
Successful completion of a Diploma or Advanced Diploma.
Certificate IV AQF level 4:
Successful completion of a Certificate IV.
Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only), OR
Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only), OR
STAT Written English score of 140 or higher (145 if prior to May 2010).
Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT):
Multiple Choice score of 135 (145 if taken prior to May 2010).
Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only).
Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
Portfolio entry:
A successful portfolio application that demonstrates relevant aptitude and ability in a related learning area.
Mature Age Pathway (MAP):
MAP involves an interview and a portfolio submission to be assessed by the Academic Chair of the course.
Evidence of completing year 11 and 12 in Australia at any Level (Domestic Applicants Only).
Evidence of completing a minimum of 2 years of studies at TAFE or an RTO (Domestic Applicants Only).
Must be met according to the respective courses standard ELC requirements, STAT Written English 140, etc.
Only with Approval by the Academic Chair AND:
Recognised Bachelor's degree in IT (AQF Level 7); OR
recognised non-IT Bachelor's degree (AQF Level 7) plus an approved qualification in IT (AQF Level 8); OR
recognised non-IT Honours degree (AQF Level 8) plus five or more years of relevant experience.
Recognition of relevant and current informal or non-formal learning may be used for entry requirements, and should be discussed with the Academic Chair.
Students can only take a dissertation in their second year if they meet a minimum 2.5/4.0 GPA, and only if they have found themselves a supervisor.

Language Proficiency Requirements:

You must meet a minimum standard in English to study at Murdoch, which for most courses can be demonstrated by providing evidence that you have completed Year 11 and 12 in Australia at any level if you are a domestic student, or through either English proficiency tests, university preparation courses, English language courses, previous tertiary study or vocational education.

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