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Games technology

Why study Games technology?

Our innovative postgraduate program trains computing professionals. Take your knowledge and skills in games technology to an advanced level. Graduates are eligible for professional level membership of the Australian Computer Society. This diploma forms the first year of the Master of Computer Science.

Career opportunities

Graduates are prepared for work as developers in the games technology industry, graphics programmers for special effects and computer-generated imagery, or in the many industries now incorporating games technology. You can also use your skills in computer science, mathematics and physics to work in software development, web programming and computer networks.

Courses

Local students

Games technology courses (Mid year entry)
Offer year	Course title	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts
2013	Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science	Melbourne	1 year full-time or up to 2 years part-time	Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science continued… Course description This course trains computing professionals in advanced and innovative areas of computer science and information. Students have the opportunity either to upgrade their knowledge and skills in a broad range of areas or to specialise in key areas such as artificial intelligence, games technology, software engineering and software systems, and computer communications and networking. The course forms the first year of the Master of Computer Science. Prerequisite Bachelor degree with a major in computer science or Graduate Diploma in computer science or equivalent. Applicants should also have good skills in a modern programming language (such as C, C++, Java) and be familiar with an operating system such as UNIX or NT. Fee type Fees (Fee-Help available) Fee amount Indicative (2012): $20,580 per 120 credit points. How to apply Apply directly to the University up to two weeks prior to the commencement of the course. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form . Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required. Professional recognition Graduates of this course are eligible for professional level membership of the Australian Computer Society. Full course details Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es): Computer Science (Postgraduate Diploma)Melbourne

How to apply?

Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.

Fees and scholarships

Postgraduate coursework programs are either:

Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.

Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.

International students

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Games technology international courses
Offer year	Course title (CRICOS)	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts	Annual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2013	Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science (009766C)	Melbourne	1 year	Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)	$25 060
Postgraduate Diploma in Computer Science continued… Year 2013 Course description This course trains computing professionals in advanced and innovative areas of computer science and information. Students have the opportunity either to upgrade their knowledge and skills in a broad range of areas or to specialise in key areas such as artificial intelligence, games technology, software engineering and software systems, and computer communications and networking. The course forms the first year of the Master of Computer Science. English Language Requirements IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0. TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English). TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22. La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website. English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted. Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English) for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0. Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59. Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher. Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher. Or approved international equivalent. Academic entry requirements An Australian Bachelors degree with a major in computer science, a Graduate Diploma in computer science, or an approved international equivalent. Strong skills in a modern programming language such as C, C++ or Java, and familiarity with an operating system such as UNIX or NT are also required. Additional information This course forms the first year of the Master of Computer Science. Professional recognition This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society. Full course details Course structures and subject information for the following cours(es): Computer Science (Postgraduate Diploma)Melbourne

How to apply?

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Fees and scholarships

Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.

There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

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