Graduate
Attributes for the Master of Science
(Computer Science) Program
On completion of the program, the graduate will–
IN-DEPTH KNOWLEDGE OF THE FIELD OF STUDY
Possess in-depth knowledge and skills to meet the challenges of rapidly advancing technologies in computer science.
Possess knowledge and skills that permit effective participation in a wide range of work environments involving computer science.
Appreciate the central role and the characteristics of good design and analysis in computer science.
Possess an appreciation of the impact of computer science as an international and collegial activity with trans-national values.
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
Be able to write and talk effectively about computer science issues and demonstrate projects in a manner appropriate for the research community, industry, and government.
Be able to participate in broad and informed discussion of computer science issues as a contributor to the community, industry, and government.
Be able to choose and use the most effective communication strategies for communicating with these groups.
Be able to effectively participate in and manage multidisciplinary teams to produce a common outcome.
INDEPENDENCE AND CREATIVITY
Be committed to ongoing intellectual development, building on the foundations of the computer science degree.
Be able to locate, absorb, assess and integrate information from a variety of sources to solve problems.
Be able to identify technical problems, and apply appropriate research and analytical strategies to address them.
Be able to apply critical reasoning in the computer science context.
CRITICAL JUDGEMENT
Be able to evaluate ideas and opinions about computer science issues and of original research in the area, make decisions and to reflect critically on the justifications for decisions.
Use the analytical, reasoning, and problem solving skills developed through the study of computer science to analyse, understand, and solve complex issues in the wider community.
ETHICAL AND SOCIAL UNDERSTANDING
Understand how society is shaped by computer science, and be aware of the social and civic responsibilities of the computer scientist .
Appreciate the fundamental importance of computer science contributions to our cultural evolution and to society’s health and wellbeing.