Master of Science [M.S] (Information Sciences)

at Massey University

Computer Science courses

Computer Graphics

Studies in Computer Vision

Studies in Parallel and Distributed Systems

Studies in Operating Systems and Architecture

Studies in Intelligent Systems

Specific requirements
Master of Information Sciences 180 credits

To enter the Master of Information Science (180 credits) you will have:

• been awarded or qualified for the Bachelor of Information Sciences or an equivalent qualification, having achieved a B- grade average or higher over the qualifying 300-level majoring courses; or
• been awarded or qualified for a Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent qualification, having achieved a B- grade average or higher over the 300-level majoring courses, and have at least two years’ relevant professional experience demonstrated via a portfolio, and an interview if required.

Master of Information Sciences - 120 credits (thesis only)

To enter the 120-credit Master of Information Sciences (by thesis) you will have:

• been awarded or qualified for the Bachelor of Information Sciences with Honours or the equivalent qualification, having achieved a B- grade average or higher over the qualifying 700-level courses, or
• been awarded or qualified for the Postgraduate Diploma in Information Sciences, or the equivalent qualification, having achieved a B- grade average or higher over the qualifying 700-level courses.

Your tuition fees may be different depending on the courses you choose. Your exact fees will show once you have chosen your courses.

There will also be some compulsory non-tuition fees and for some courses, there may also be charges for things such as study resources, software, trips and contact workshops.

In demand
IT employers are constantly seeking increasing numbers of staff, often because of increased demand and new projects. You’ll have an edge over those with a bachelor’s qualification.

A Master in Information Sciences gives you the best of theory and practice in information sciences. You will have the ability to step into projects in professional practice and it is a stepping stone into a leadership role. It will open up greater opportunities in your career, more quickly.

Earn more
A Ministry of Education report found that:

• earnings and employment rates increase with the level of qualification completed
• five years after leaving study, most young domestic graduates will be earning above the national median earnings
• young masters graduates earn 86 per cent more than the national median
• good careers are associated with better health, better wellbeing and more satisfying lives.