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POSTGRADUATE
HANDBOOK
2010
CALENDAR SERIES
VOLUME 2
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Contents
About this Handbook.............................................................................................iv
Course and Subject Information Online....................................................................iv
Course and Subject Information by Faculty

Faculty of Arts . .................................................................................................... 1
Postgraduate Courses......................................................................................................................................................1
Subject descriptions........................................................................................................................................................9
Faculty of Commerce........................................................................................... 15
Postgraduate Courses....................................................................................................................................................15
Subject descriptions......................................................................................................................................................38
Faculty of Creative Arts ....................................................................................... 55

Subject descriptions......................................................................................................................................................74
Faculty of Education............................................................................................ 81
Subject descriptions....................................................................................................................................................109
Faculty of Engineering....................................................................................... 129

Postgraduate Courses..................................................................................................................................................129
Faculty of Health & Behavioural Sciences............................................................ 167

Faculty of Informatics........................................................................................ 233

Faculty of Law................................................................................................... 295

Faculty of Science............................................................................................. 315

Sydney Business School..................................................................................... 337

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About this Handbook
Course and Subject information is provided under separate Faculty chapters.
Course information includes: Faculty; campus; course code; duration; total credit points; mode of delivery; course
description; course program; entry requirements; credit transfer; and information about honours.
Subject information includes: subject description; subject code; credit points; session of offer; campus; and pre-requisites.
For information on the Rules and Policies of the University which govern many aspects of study and other activities at
the University, please see the Calendar of Governance, Rules and Policy.
More Course and Subject Information Online

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Course and subject information online is more detailed and current than the information contained in this Handbook
because it is updated regularly throughout the year.
The Course Finder Database
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than that contained in this Handbook, including information about employment opportunities, the UAI required for
entry, language requirements, scholarships etc. The CourseFinder database can be assessed online at www.uow.edu.au/
prospective/.
Course Information
The primary source of information for current students, the online Course Handbook 2010 can be assessed at www.
uow.edu.au/handbook/ or via the Current Students homepage at www.uow.edu.au/student/.
This online version provides more detailed information about how to design your program of study, as well as current
information on course rules and policies.You can also access detailed subject descriptions through this web page.
Subject Database
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subject objectives, lecturer details, co-ordinator details and textbook information. Enter via www.uow.edu.au/
handbook/.
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Disclaimer
This publication was correct at time of printing (November 2009). Please refer to www.uow.edu.au/handbook for the
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Faculty of Arts
Arts
Member Units
School of English Literatures and Philosophy
School of History and Politics
School of Social Sciences, Media and Communication
Commerce
Language Centre
The Centre for Asia Pacific Social Transformation Studies (CAPSTRANS)
Courses Offered
Research Degrees
Creative Arts
Doctor of Philosophy
Master of Arts - Research
Coursework Degrees
Master of English Literatures
Master of International Studies
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Master of International Studies Advanced
Graduate Diploma in Arts (Japanese)*
Graduate Diploma in Arts (Modern Languages)
*Please note: this degree has an interview selection process conducted in August/September prior to the year of study.
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Faculty Research
UOW Strength
Centre for Asia Pacific Social Transformation Studies – (CAPSTRANS) including the following research nodes:
· Asia Pacific Histories
Health & Behavioural

· Asia Pacific Science and Technology Studies
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· Australasian Philosophy
· Australian Literary Cultures
· Centre for Comparative Law & Development Studies in the Asia Pacific
· Citizens, State and Power
· Exploring Language in Asia and Pacific Regions
· Globalisation, Mobility and Development
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· Innovation in Cultural Research
· International Trade and Economic Integration in the Asia Pacific Region
· Media and Communications
· Centre for Australian New Zealand Studies
Faculty Research Priority Area
Literature, Identity and Culture (LIC)
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For more information on Research in Arts, please see:

www.uow.edu.au/arts/research
For tuition fee information please see the following:
Domestic - www.uow.edu.au/student/finances
International - www.uow.edu.au/prospective/international/fees/
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Testamur Title: Doctor of Philosophy
Abbreviation: PhD
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Home Faculty: Faculty of Arts

Duration: 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Total Credit Points: 48 per year
Delivery Mode: Supervised individual research
Starting Session(s): Autumn or Spring
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Location: Wollongong
UOW Course Code: 201
CRICOS Code: 003065C
Overview
The PhD is a research degree leading to a significant contribution to a field of knowledge. Students work with
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supervisors to complete a substantial research thesis (80,000 – 100,000 words). The PhD is the qualification normally
required for academic employment at a university or research institute. Candidates without previous research training
deemed sufficient may be required to undertake up to 24 credit points of coursework before they start working on the
thesis.
Entry Requirements
To enrol in the PhD, students need a BA (Honours) or equivalent qualification, with Honours Class II, division ii or
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higher, or MA – Research with a strong performance in the research thesis. Candidates with other qualifications may
be required to undertake a coursework subject in research training. Students enrolled in the Master of Arts – Research
degree may apply for an upgrade to PhD.
All applications must be approved by the Head of Postgraduate Studies (HPS) in the relevant School. Approval depends
on the availability of supervision for the proposed thesis topic. Priority is given to topics related to the areas of the Faculty
research strength CAPSTRANS (Centre for Asia Pacific Social Transformation Studies) and/or the Faculty priority area
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LIC (Literature, Identity and Culture)
Course Requirements
Students will complete a substantial thesis (80,000 to 100,000 words) reporting on an independent research topic in their
field of study. The precise thesis topic will be determined in consultation with supervisors and the HPS.
Each PhD candidate has two supervisors. Before accepting a PhD candidate, the Faculty will ensure that adequate
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supervision and facilities for the proposed research are available.
Time Limits
A full time candidate will normally complete the PhD in three years. The minimal time in which to complete the
degree is four (4) consecutive sessions (not including Summer Sessions) for full time students, the maximum is eight (8)
sessions (not including Summer Sessions). Part time students should complete the course in a minimal time of eight (8)
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sessions and a maximum of sixteen (16) sessions. Under special circumstances, a candidature may be extended beyond the
maximum time following a satisfactory review of progress.
Topics
The following areas of research are some of the topics available to candidates undertaking the Doctor in Philosophy
degree:
· Indigenous Studies
· Asia Pacific Studies
Law
· Australian Studies/History
Communications
· Digital Communication
· English Language and Linguistics
· Employment Relations
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· English Literatures
· Ethics
· French
· Gender Studies
· Global Labour Studies
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· Global Studies
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· History
· International Studies
· Italian
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· Japanese
· Media and Cultural Studies
· Philosophy
Arts
· Politics
· Postcolonial Studies
· Science and Technology Studies
· Social Change and Development
· Sociology
Commerce
· Spanish
· Interdisciplinary topics as negotiated with the Head of Postgraduate Studies are also available for study.
Assessment
On commencement of candidature, candidates and their supervisors complete a Confirmation of Candidature Form that
identifies the topic, a plan and timetable for the thesis, resource needs and skills required to complete the project. Students
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meet regularly with their supervisors to ensure that their progress is in line with the agreed plan. Towards the end of the
first year of candidature the student will meet with supervisors and the HPS for a First Year Proposal Review. Students
and supervisors must also submit an Annual Progress Report (APR). The APR is the means by which the University
assesses the progress of the candidature and decides whether it will continue into the following year. Supervisors who
have concerns about a student’s progress may also initiate a progress review at other times during the candidature. When
the thesis is submitted it is examined by two external supervisors chosen from a list prepared by the supervisors in
consultation with the student.
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Students are advised to consult the University’s Code of Practice – Supervision at the following web address:
www.uow.edu.au/handbook/codesofprac/cop_supervision.html
For further information about the Faculty’s areas of research strength, please consult the Faculty’s website at www.uow.
edu.au/arts/
For more technical information about the degree progress, please consult the website of the University’s Office of
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Research at www.uow.edu.au/research/rsc/

Testamur Title: Master of Arts - Research
Abbreviation: MA-Res

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Duration: 1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
1 year full time (entry from BA Honours)
Total Credit Points: 72
48 (entry from BA Honours)
Delivery Mode: Supervised research (entry from BA Honours)
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On campus (Face-to-face) 24 cp coursework (entry from BA Pass)
CRICOS Code: 042530D
Overview Law
For candidates holding a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree or equivalent (a degree which includes a significant
research training component), the Master of Arts – Research is a research-only degree. Students work with a supervisor
to complete a substantial research thesis (40,000 – 50,000 words). Candidates without previous research training will
normally undertake 24 credit points of coursework before they start working on the thesis.
Entry Requirements
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Students will normally have an undergraduate degree with a major in the discipline area of the proposed research thesis.
There are two entry points for this degree:
Bachelor of Arts (Pass). Students entering the degree from a Bachelor of Arts (Pass) will complete a 72 credit point degree,
consisting of 24 credit points of coursework (ARTS901 Master of Arts Research Methods or other research training
coursework deemed equivalent) and, subject to satisfactory completion (see below), a 48 credit point research thesis on a
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disciplinary or interdisciplinary topic.

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Bachelor of Arts (Honours) or Master of Arts by coursework (including a research training component). Students holding
the degree of Bachelor of Arts (Honours) with Honours Class II, division ii or higher, or Master of Arts by coursework
with an average of at least 70%, may apply for admission into the Master of Arts – Research degree with credit for the 24
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credit points of coursework. They will complete the 48 credit point research thesis on a disciplinary or interdisciplinary
topic.
All applications must be approved by the Head of Postgraduate Studies (HPS). Approval depends on the availability of
supervision for the proposed thesis topic. Priority is given to topics related to the areas of research strengths and priority
Areas in the Faculty of Arts:
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· CAPSTRANS (Centre for Asia Pacific Social Transformation Studies)

· Citizens, States and Power
· Innovations in Cultural Research
· Literature, Identity and Culture (LIC)
Course Requirements
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1. Entry from a Bachelor of Arts (Pass):

Students will complete 24 credit points of coursework (ARTS901 Master of Arts Research Methods or equivalent) and
a 48 credit point thesis in their chosen field of study. Students who achieve 70% or higher in the coursework component
will proceed to the research thesis. The precise thesis topic will be determined in consultation with supervisors and the
HPS. Students who achieve a Pass result lower than 70% will either need to re-enrol in the coursework subjects before
proceeding to the research thesis, or they may withdraw from the Master of Arts – Research and enrol in a relevant
Master of Arts by coursework degree, where they can apply for credit for 24 credit points of coursework.
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The 24 credit point coursework subject ARTS901 Master of Arts Research Methods provides students with training
in the theories and methodologies which inform research in the humanities and social sciences. This training includes
theoretical perspectives as well as an introduction to research techniques and the preparation of a detailed research
proposal leading up to the thesis. Other coursework subjects may be accepted by the HPS as equivalent to ARTS901.
2. Entry from a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) or equivalent:
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Students will complete a 48 credit point thesis in their chosen field of study. The precise thesis topic will be determined in
consultation with supervisors and the HPS.
Time limits
Full time students will normally complete the 72 credit point degree in three (3) sessions and the 48 credit point degree
in two (2) sessions. The minimal time in which to complete the Master of Arts – research degree is two (2) sessions (not
including Summer Session) for full time students, the maximum is four (4) sessions (not including Summer Session). Part
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time students should complete the course in a minimal time of four (4) sessions and a maximum of eight (8) sessions.
Topics
The following areas of research are some of the topics available to candidates undertaking the Master of Arts – Research
degree:
· Indigenous Studies
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· Asia Pacific Studies

· Australian Studies/History Communications
· Digital Communication
· English Languages and Linguistics
· Employment Relations
· English Literatures
Law
· Ethics
· French
· Gender Studies
· Global Labour Studies
· Global Studies
· History
Science
· International Studies
· Italian
· Japanese
· Media and Cultural Studies
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· Philosophy
· Politics
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· Postcolonial Studies
· Science and Technology Studies
· Social Change and Development
· Sociology
· Spanish
Interdisciplinary topics as negotiated with the Head of Postgraduate Studies are also available for study.
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Assessment
Coursework
The 24 credit point coursework component (ARTS901 or equivalent) will be assessed by written assignments (essays,
literature reviews) and seminar papers.
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Thesis
On commencement of the research component of the course, candidates and their supervisors complete a Confirmation
of Candidature Form that identifies the topic, a plan and timetable for the thesis, resource needs and skills required
to complete the project. Students meet regularly with their supervisor(s) to ensure that their progress is in line with
the agreed plan. Within the first six months of candidature, the student will meet with supervisor(s) and the HPS for
a Proposal Review. If the candidature goes over more than one year, students and supervisors must submit an Annual
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Progress Report (APR). The APR is the means by which the University assesses the progress of the candidature and
decides whether it will continue into the following year. Supervisors who have concerns about a student’s progress may
also initiate a progress review at other times during the candidature. When the thesis is submitted it is examined by two
supervisors chosen from a list prepared by the supervisor(s) in consultation with the student.
Students are advised to consult the University’s Code of Practice – Supervision at the following web address:
www.uow.edu.au/handbook/codesofprac/cop_supervision.html
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For further information about the Faculty’s areas of research strength, please consult the Faculty’s website at www.uow.
edu.au/arts/
For more technical information about the degree progress, please consult the website of the University’s Office of
Research at www.uow.edu.au/research/rsc/
Master of English Literatures
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Testamur Title: Master of English Literatures
Abbreviation: MEnglLit
Duration: 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent

Delivery Mode: On campus (Face-to-face)
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CRICOS Code: 053880B
Overview
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The Master of English Literatures provides an opportunity for students to extend and deepen their knowledge of
literature studies and skills in textual analysis. Breadth is provided in geographical coverage, with classes in American,
Australian and British writing plus texts from across the English-speaking world. Depth comes through consideration
of theoretical issues such as constructions of canons and literary histories, gender and indigeneity, and through study of
specific genres subject areas and periods.
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Entry to the degree is normally from a Bachelor of Arts degree with a major in literary studies, but students with an
equivalent qualification will also be considered.
Course Requirements
Students take six subjects from the schedule of subjects below (48 credit points).
Subject Code Subject Name Credit Points Session
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ENGL903 Research Methods 8 Autumn/Spring

ENGL906 Modernism’s Others 8 N/O 2010
ENGL913 Literature, Memory and Forgetting 8 Autumn/Spring
ENGL916 US Literature: Modernity and Postmodernity 8 Autumn
ENGL918 Special Topic 8 Autumn/Spring
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ENGL921 Turning Points: An Introduction to Post-colonial Literary 8 Autumn

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ENGL923 Indigenous Literatures in Canada, New Zealand and Australia 8 N/O 2010
ENGL930 History and Romance in Early Modern Britain 8 Spring
ENGL933 Early Women Writers 8 N/O 2010

ENGL945 Contemporary Life Writing 8 N/O 2010
ENGL946 Text and Context in Contemporary African Writing 8 Spring
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Master of International Studies

Testamur Title: Master of International Studies
Abbreviation: MIntlSt
Home Faculty: Arts
Duration: 1 year full-time or equivalent
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Starting Session(s): Autumn/Spring
Location: University of Wollongong
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Overview
The Master of International Studies is an interdisciplinary coursework degree grounded in theoretical and professional
perspectives. The course seeks to explain, debate, critically analyse and apply key concepts and ideas in international
studies to give its graduates a strong understanding of the dynamics of internationalisation and globalisation.
Entry Requirements
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Students will normally have an undergraduate degree with a major in the social sciences or cognate areas of study.
Course Requirements
Students need to pass 32 credit points of core subjects and 16 credit points of electives from the schedule given below.
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Core Subjects
MIST900 International Law and Diplomacy 8 Autumn
MIST905 Transforming Asia 8 Spring
MIST910 International Economic Relations 8 Spring
MIST920 Social Change and Development 8 Autumn
And 16 credit points from:
MIST901 Politics of International Relations 8 Autumn

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MIST903 Politics in the South Pacific 8 N/O 2010

MIST904 Diplomatic History 8 Spring
MIST907 Principles of Social Impact Assessment 8 N/O 2010
MIST908 Globalisation and Citizenship 8 N/O 2010
MIST913 Labour and Migration 8 Spring
MIST914 Comparative Public Policy 8 N/O 2010
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MIST999 Advanced Topics in International Studies 8 Autumn/Spring
Master of International Studies Advanced

Testamur Title: Master of International Studies Advanced
Abbreviation: MIntlStAdv
Home Faculty: Arts
Law

Delivery Mode: On campus (Face-to-face) and thesis or internship
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Overview
The Master of International Studies (Advanced) is an interdisciplinary coursework degree grounded in theoretical and
professional perspectives. The course seeks to explain, debate, critically analyse and apply key concepts and ideas in
international studies to give its graduates a strong understanding of the dynamics of internationalisation and globalisation.
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It includes either a supervised research thesis or an internship. The thesis will qualify students for further research at
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postgraduate level. The internship provides graduates with professional experience in the field of international studies.
Supervision of the research thesis and placement for the internship will be negotiated with the program coordinator.
Entry Requirements
To enter the Master of International Studies Advanced, students must have completed the coursework program of the
Master of International Studies.
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To enrol into the Research or Internship subjects, students will require a WAM of 70% plus two Distinctions across six
subjects required for the Master of International Studies (Coursework).
Course Requirements
Students need to pass 32 credit points of core subjects and 16 credit points of electives from the schedule given below
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plus either the research thesis or the internship. Neither the thesis nor the internship can be undertaken before the 48
credit point coursework component of the course has been completed.
Core Subjects
MIST900 International Law and Diplomacy 8 Autumn
MIST905 Transforming Asia 8 Spring
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MIST910 International Economic Relations 8 Spring
MIST920 Social Change and Development 8 Autumn
MIST901 Politics of International Relations 8 Autumn
MIST903 Politics in the South Pacific 8 N/O 2010
MIST904 Diplomatic History 8 Spring
MIST907 Principles of Social Impact Assessment 8 N/O 2010
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MIST908 Globalisation and Citizenship 8 N/O 2010
MIST913 Labour and Migration 8 Spring
MIST914 Comparative Public Policy 8 N/O 2010
MIST999 Advanced Topics in International Studies 8 Autumn/Spring
And
MIST991 Thesis in International Studies (15,000 to 25,000 words) 24 Autumn/Spring
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Or
MIST992 Internship in International Studies 24 Autumn/Spring
Graduate Diploma in Arts (Japanese)

Testamur Title: Graduate Diploma in Arts (Japanese)

Abbreviation: GDipArts
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Location: Japan
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CRICOS Code: 026343G
Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Arts (Japanese) is a twelve-month, 48 credit point, Study Abroad Japanese language program.
The purpose of the Graduate Diploma in Arts (Japanese) is to provide candidates with one year as a full-time student at a
Japanese university with which the University of Wollongong has an exchange agreement. The Diploma is awarded after Law
successful completion of the exchange university’s course, and examination upon return to the University of Wollongong.
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirement for entry: a degree at Bachelor level, preferably in Japanese language. (This degree is not intended
for students whose first language is Japanese). Please note, this degree has an interview selection process conducted in
August/September prior to the year of study. Please contact the Japanese Convenor before this time.
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Course Requirements
Full-time students accepted for entry into the Graduate Diploma in Arts (Japanese) take the following subject:
Subjects Title Session Credit Points
JAPA551 Japanese Studies Abroad Autumn and 24 per session
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Assessment
Assessment is conducted at the exchange university in Japan and will depend on the program of study each student
selects. After one year of study at the exchange university, candidates will be required to pass an exit examination at the
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University of Wollongong. The Graduate Diploma from the University of Wollongong will be awarded upon successful
completion of these requirements.
Graduate Diploma in Arts (Modern Languages)

Testamur Title: Graduate Diploma in Arts (Modern Languages)
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Abbreviation: GDipArts
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Overview
The purpose of the Graduate Diploma in Arts (Modern Languages) is to provide, in a recognised university course, a
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means for graduates with no previous or limited acquaintance with European or Asian languages, thought and culture to
acquire competence in these areas at university level.
The Graduate Diploma in Arts (Modern Languages) is currently offered for:
· French
· Italian
· Japanese
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· Spanish
For further information, contact the convenor of the language of interest.
Students who have studied Japanese previously at university level may wish to consider the Graduate Diploma in Arts
(Japanese).
Entry Requirements
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Minimum requirement for entry: a degree at Bachelor level.
Course Requirements
Students are required to complete 28 credit points from Undergraduate Language subjects (e.g., for a student with no
prior knowledge of French: FREN151, FREN152, FREN251 and FREN252). The remaining 20 credit points may be
chosen from subjects listed under Modern Languages or other Programs in the Arts Course Structures. These will be
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approved by the Head of the Modern Languages Program.
Assessment
Assessment is by individual subject and will depend on the student’s pattern of study. The Modern Languages program
uses continuous assessment in all its subjects to ensure that students’ progress is monitored throughout the course.
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SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS ELL 902 Effective Spoken Communication
for Postgraduate Studies ARTS
ARTS901 Master of Arts Research Methods Spring Wollongong On Campus
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Autumn Wollongong On Campus Credit Points: 8
Spring Wollongong On Campus Pre-requisites: None
Credit Points: 24 Co-requisites: None
Pre-requisites: None Exclusions: ELL 901
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: ELL 902 provides an introduction
to spoken communication for postgraduate students
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Subject Description: This subject provides students
enrolled in the Master of Arts-Research degree with of any discipline who have completed their previous
training in the research literacy skills required to studies in a language other than English. Students will
plan and undertake all facets of an academic research discuss, analyse and practise different types of spoken
project. This program is delivered through a series communication relevant to academic and professional
of lectures and practical workshops covering the success - such as making your point in tutorials and
requirements for undertaking a research project at meetings, making the most of group discussions, giving
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postgraduate level and accounting for that research seminar and conference papers, and preparing and
in thesis form. A major focus of this subject is the giving Powerpoint presentations. Topics will include
development of central understandings of theoretical English grammar for clear spoken communication, the
and methodological approaches to research and the rhetoric of speaking, voice projection, pronunciation,
implementation of these in postgraduate research and using intonation to engage your audience. The focus
projects. The subject is designed to assist participants is on spoken communication but because speaking,
develop and write a detailed draft research proposal. listening, writing and reading are interdependent, all
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four skills will be part of the course and its assessment.
CAPS918 Special Project A
Autumn Wollongong On Campus ELL 903 Effective Written Communication
Spring Wollongong On Campus for Postgraduate Studies
Credit Points: 8 Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Pre-requisites: None Credit Points: 6
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Co-requisites: None Pre-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject provides students Co-requisites: None
with an opportunity to engage in detailed research on Exclusions: ELL 904
a particular aspect of social change and development Subject Description: ELL 903 provides an overview
approved by the Course Convenor. The project may focus of the kind of English used in the academic context,

on an issue, a policy, or a theoretical or methodological particularly in Postgraduate studies. It is designed for
question which the student has previously encountered Non-English Speaking Background (NESB) postgraduate
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through reading or practical experience. Enrolment students who want an induction into effective written
requires the Co-ordinator’s approval, and may be communication for postgraduate studies. In this subject
determined by the availability of suitably qualified staff. students identify and discuss important issues related to
the culture of postgraduate education; develop relevant
ELL 901 Effective Spoken Communication academic skills for report and thesis writing. Students
for Postgraduate Studies will develop a critical and analytical stance to research
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Spring Wollongong On Campus and learning, an understanding of how the grammatical
Credit Points: 6 resources of English are employed to achieve different
Pre-requisites: None purposes within postgraduate studies; and expertise and
Co-requisites: None confidence in using a range of resources for learning.
Exclusions: ELL 902
Subject Description: ELL 901 provides an introduction ELL 904 Effective Written Communication
to spoken communication for postgraduate students for Postgraduate Studies ARTS
of any discipline who have completed their previous Spring Wollongong On Campus
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studies in a language other than English. Students will Credit Points: 8

discuss, analyse and practise different types of spoken Pre-requisites: None
communication relevant to academic and professional Co-requisites: None
success - such as making your point in tutorials and Exclusions: ELL 903
meetings, making the most of group discussions, giving Subject Description: ELL 904 provides an overview
seminar and conference papers, and preparing and of the kind of English used in academic contexts,
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giving Powerpoint presentations. Topics will include particularly in postgraduate studies. It is designed for
English grammar for clear spoken communication, the Non-English Speaking Background (NESB) postgraduate
rhetoric of speaking, voice projection, pronunciation, students who want an induction into effective written
and using intonation to engage your audience. The focus communication for their studies. In this subject students
is on spoken communication but because speaking, identify and discuss important issues related to the
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listening, writing and reading are interdependent, all culture of postgraduate education; develop relevant
four skills will be part of the course and its assessment. academic skills for report and thesis writing. Students
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will develop a critical and analytical stance to research

and learning, an understanding of how the grammatical

resources of English are employed to achieve different particular focus of the course is critical examination of
purposes within postgraduate studies; and expertise and the concepts of modernity, modernism, postmodernity,
confidence in using a range of resources for learning. and postmodernism. Other topics of discussion include:
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the construction and articulation of racial, classed, sexual,

ENGL903 Research Methods and gendered identities; contexts of the production
Autumn Wollongong On Campus and consumption of individual texts; realism and non-
Spring Wollongong On Campus realism as modes of writing practice; the relations of
Credit Points: 8 literary genres to other media such as film and TV.
Pre-requisites: None
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Co-requisites: None ENGL918 Special Topic

Subject Description: Designed as a series of Autumn Wollongong On Campus
workshop seminars in parallel with research projects Spring Wollongong On Campus
in other subjects. Enrolment, selection of appropriate Credit Points: 8
subject or themes and readings, are subject to Pre-requisites: None
the approval of the Convenor of Program. Co-requisites: None
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Subject Description: Directed reading, research and

ENGL906 Modernism’s Others other investigative activities at an advanced level in a field
Autumn Wollongong On Campus of study selected by the student in consultation with the
Credit Points: 8 English Studies Postgraduate Co-ordinator and approval
Pre-requisites: None prior to enrolling from the Convenor of Program.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject focuses on writing ENGL921 Turning Points: An Introduction
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from England, Europe and the Americas produced in to Post-colonial Literary History
the early 20th century - a period marked by radical Autumn Wollongong On Campus
questioning of the categories that defined and often Credit Points: 8
determined social and self construction. Writers Pre-requisites: None
questioned what is meant to be human, to be civilized; Co-requisites: None
they raised questions about the validity of rudimentary Subject Description: The course will survey novels
classification of individuals by gender, class, race,
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that are the first in their field or which have become

sexuality; they were fascinated with the allure of ‘the key points of reference in discussions of post-colonial
other’ - against which the self and its community of writing. The subject asks such questions as: How does
belonging is defined. Some writers felt themselves to newness occur? How are canons changed? How do
be othered by western modernity; many writers feeling literary texts and criticism interact with history?
disaffected or disenchanted with ‘the west’ searched for
ways to ‘make it new’ by looking to other cultures as ENGL930 History and Romance in
represented by ‘the east’ or ‘the primitive’; a number of Early Modern Britain
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modernists wrote from the position of ‘the other’. Spring Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 8
ENGL913 Literature, Memory and Forgetting Pre-requisites: None
Spring Wollongong On Campus Co-requisites: None
Credit Points: 8 Subject Description: The subject focuses on texts
Pre-requisites: None which deal with history and romance in late Tudor
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Co-requisites: None and Stuart England, looking particularly at the way

Subject Description: This subject examines the role such texts deliberately lend themselves to varying
of memory in the creation of literature, and the role readings, how they become part of the ideology of
of literature in the creation of personal and cultural a culture, legitimating or questioning the powerful,
memory. Beginning with a consideration of the notion and how both well-known and less familiar men
of writing as a form of memory, it goes on to examine and women writers (and readers) dealt with issues
memory and history, identity, and national mythologies, presented in the trappings of history and romance.
amnesia in fiction, and futuristic memories. It examines
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a historically and culturally diverse range of texts, but ENGL933 Early Women Writers
emphasises more recent writings. The subject also Not on offer in 2010
covers a range of theoretical and historical perspectives Credit Points: 8
on memory and writing, such as those offered by Pre-requisites: None
poststructuralist, feminist, and postcolonial theorists. Co-requisites: None
Science
Subject Description: This subject looks at the work of

ENGL916 US Literature: Modernity selected women writers from the late-sixteenth century
and Postmodernity to the early eighteenth century. The texts represent a
Autumn Wollongong On Campus variety of different types of writing: fiction, poetry, drama,
Credit Points: 8 diaries, letters and autobiographical writings. The subject
Pre-requisites: None will examine the establishment of the female writing self
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Co-requisites: None within the appropriate cultural structure and historical

School
Subject Description: The subject examines a variety context, and the engagement of that self with the social
of twentieth and twenty-first century U.S. fictional, and literary conventions of the time. The genres and
autobiographical and journalistic prose works in relation writers studied are: Fiction- Margaret Cavendish, Aphra
to generic, cultural and political developments. A Behn. Drama- Elizabeth Cary. Letters- Dorothy Osborne,
Mary Wortley Montagu. Autobiography- Alice Thornton, international law; the law of treaties; statehood, state
Anne Clifford, Margaret Hoby, Anna Trapnel, Katharine jurisdiction and state responsibility; personality, statehood
Evans and Sarah Cheevers, Hannah Allen, Mary Carleton. and recognition, human rights and refugee laws.
Arts
Poetry- Aemilia Lanyer, Mary Wroth, Isabella Whitney. The
subject can be seen as a logical follow-up for interested MIST901 Politics of International Relations
students from two 300 level subjects in the English Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Major, ENGL365 Nineteenth Century Women’s Writing Credit Points: 8
and ENGL345 Twentieth Century Women Writers. Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Commerce
ENGL945 Contemporary Life Writing Exclusions: INTR910
Not on offer in 2010 Subject Description: Major theoretical traditions
Credit Points: 8 examined include realism, liberalism, neo-realism and
Pre-requisites: Entry to Masters or Honours in English neo-liberalism, rationalism, Marxist and neo-Marxist
Co-requisites: None variants, critical theory, post-modernism, constructivism,
Subject Description: The category of life writing and feminism. The subject then examines the end of
Creative Arts
covers a number of literary and popular genres from the cold War, the demise of bipolarity, the emergence of
traditional biography and autobiography to memoirs, unipolarism, and assesses the effectiveness of the United
diaries, auto/biographical fiction, testimonial writing, Nations, explores the north/south divide and ponders
collaborative and ghost-written life stories, therapeutic some of the causes of terrorism. It examines modern
writing and gossip about the rich and famous. This peacekeeping, so-called ‘rouge states’ and the prosecution
subject explores a range of such genres in light of recent of the ‘War on Terror’. Interspersed in the subject will be
theorising relating to the narrative construction of the arguments over the alleged decline of the nation state, the
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self, the boundaries between fiction and non-fiction, structures and institutions that regulate the international
the relationship between individuals and history and economy, and some current opinions on hegemony.
the workings of celebrity culture. We also consider
the role of life writing in contemporary literary MIST903 Politics in the South Pacific
culture: publishers, the media, authors and readers. Not on offer in 2010
Credit Points: 8
ENGL946 Text and Context in Pre-requisites: Entry to MA INTR programme
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Contemporary African Writing Co-requisites: None
Spring Wollongong On Campus Exclusions: INTR911
Credit Points: 8 Subject Description: In this subject we will consider
Pre-requisites: None the policies adopted by the governments of a number
Co-requisites: None of Pacific Island nations (including Papua New Guinea,

Subject Description: The subject introduces students Solomon Islands, Samoa,Vanuatu, Tonga and Fiji
to a contrasting range of representations of Africa, Islands). The governments of these nations find that
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both by visitors to the continent and by Africans they now must manage in a globalising world. Their
themselves. Specifically, it will juxtapose the tension nations often face challenges of institutional capacity;
and contradictions inherent in the ‘idea of Africa’ as it are in receipt of substantial amounts of foreign aid; and
appears in literary work of writers working at the end are short of capital and human resources while having
of the 19th and in the 20th centuries. Students will read access to various natural resources. The sustainable
the work of some of the most influential contemporary management of the latter presents many challenges.
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African writers working in European languages.
Although all texts will be read in English, the subject MIST904 Diplomatic History
includes Francophone and Lusophone African works. Spring Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 8
MIST900 International Law and Diplomacy Pre-requisites: None
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Co-requisites: None
Credit Points: 8 Exclusions: INTR905
Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject deals with
Law
Co-requisites: None important examples of modern international diplomatic

Exclusions: INTR900 behaviour. It presents an overview of diplomatic practice
Subject Description: This subject examines the including various theoretical and historiographical
foundations of international law, how it operates and concerns. The subject examines how diplomats
how the representatives of states and international write and how they present national positions.
organisations ply their craft. It explores what diplomats
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do, and what are the limits of diplomatic action. The MIST905 Transforming Asia: Trends,
initial lectures provide students with the theoretical tools Issues and Problems
to understand how the system of international law has Spring Wollongong On Campus
evolved and how international instruments are constructed Credit Points: 8
and ratified. Specific topics that may be addressed in Pre-requisites: None
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terms of their effect on diplomacy include: the sources Co-requisites: None

Exclusions: SMAC910
School
of international law; the structure of the international

legal system; the relationship between domestic law and Subject Description: Over the past decade, globalization
has been an important driving force for change in Asia.
This subject examines and critiques the globalization of

Asia, highlighting the uneven nature of the globalization Exclusions: CAPS915
process by revealing the ‘winners’ and ‘losers’ of Subject Description: This subject is concerned
contemporary social, economic and cultural change. with the ways in which migration and labour
Arts
Case studies examine inequalities based on gender, class mobility have influenced social transformation in the
and sexuality in particular countries (Taiwan, India, Asia-Pacific region. It examines these issues at the
Japan, Indonesia, Singapore and Bangladesh), as well conceptual level and through case studies in specific
as in comparative Asian contexts. Topics to be covered countries. Labour migration is analysed both in terms
include: regional social movements and political change; of individual migration experiences and in relation
sex and gender discrimination; marginal labourers; to the broader social, political and economic effects
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transnational and migrant identities; media and identity; on sending and receiving countries. Themes raised
rapid urbanization, slum development and inequality. include the formation of multi-ethnic societies, the
development of labour movements, citizenship rights
MIST907 Principles of Social for workers and increased women’s migration. Cross-
Impact Assessment disciplinary approaches will be introduced to offer
Not on offer in 2010 a range of theoretical approaches to these issues.
Creative Arts
Credit Points: 8
Pre-requisites: None MIST914 Comparative Public Policy
Co-requisites: None Not on offer in 2010
Exclusions: SOC904 Credit Points: 8
Subject Description: This subject introduces students Pre-requisites: None
to the basic principles and practices of social impact Co-requisites: None
assessment (SIA). The subject includes: the history Exclusions: INTR931
Education
and theory of SIA; preparation and planning for SIA; Subject Description: This subject examines a broad
scoping studies: implementing and undertaking SIAs; range of policy areas in the (post) modern world. Students
the role of the SIA professional; and project evaluation. are expected to select issues for study from a range
of policies including: media, industrial restructuring,
MIST908 Globalisation and Citizenship political economy, education, health care, transport,
Not on offer in 2010 defence, policing, urban and regional renewal, housing
Credit Points: 8 and the arts. Students are encouraged to study the
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Pre-requisites: None impact of Globalisation and global trends on the creation

Co-requisites: None and execution of public policy in advanced industrial
Exclusions: CAPS910 countries. The subject offers an approach to policy studies,
Subject Description: This subject examines the which focuses on quality of life issues and outcomes. An
effects of globalisation on representations of identity emphasis on recent developments in Australian public
and citizenship in the Asia Pacific. We will discuss policy is maintained within a comparative perspective.
contemporary challenges to state authority coming
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from grassroots movements for democracy and MIST920 Social Change and Development
universal human rights; women’s groups; gay rights; Autumn Wollongong On Campus
ethnic minorities and indigenous peoples seeking self- Credit Points: 8
determination; and the mass migration of workers and Pre-requisites: None
refugees. We will consider issues such as the conflict Co-requisites: None
in Aceh, the plight of refugees, the role of organised Exclusions: CAPS911
Informatics
crime, and the sexual reproduction of the nation Subject Description: This subject will examine
the development experience of people in the new
MIST910 International Economic Relations global order. It will introduce students to the debates
Spring Wollongong On Campus on development that emerged following the break
Credit Points: 8 up of European colonial empires. It will examine the
Pre-requisites: None ensuing interaction between rich and poor nations,
Co-requisites: None and theoretical explanations for the emergence of
Exclusions: INTR920 international disparities of wealth. The subject will pay
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Subject Description: This subject explores issues particular attention to the ways in which neo liberal
and theories central to modern international political development and globalisation affect people at the
economy. It begins in the early modern period with local level. Focussing on the Asia-Pacific region we
mercantalism, before exploring liberalism, protectionism, will explore the power laden international context
Keynsianism, and neoliberal globalisation. It then focuses in which development discourses are produced. A
on current debates over the role of states and international number of case studies will be utilised to explore local
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economic regimes in creating development. The World understanding of what constitutes development.
Bank, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and the
World Trade Organisation (WTO) are all examined, MIST991 Thesis in International Studies
along with the effects of the 2007 global financial crisis. Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Spring Wollongong On Campus
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MIST913 Labour and Migration Credit Points: 24

Spring Wollongong On Campus Pre-requisites: Master of International Studies
School
Credit Points: 8 (Coursework) with a WAM of 70% or better

Pre-requisites: None and two distinctions in any of the six subjects
Co-requisites: None undertaken in the Master of International Studies.
Co-requisites: None SMAC910 Transforming Asia: Trends,
Subject Description: This is a research thesis of 15,000- Issues and Problems
20,000 words conducted under supervision on a topic Spring Wollongong On Campus
Arts
agreed to by the supervisor(s), student and the relevant Credit Points: 8
School Head of Postgraduate Studies. It allows students Pre-requisites: None
to develop their research skills in areas of policy, theory Co-requisites: None
and issues in International Studies based on their studies Exclusions: MIST905
in the Master of International Studies (Coursework). Subject Description: Over the past decade, globalization
The thesis will be examined by both an internal and has been an important driving force for change in Asia.
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external examiner. It also offers a pathway into further This subject examines and critiques the globalization of
postgraduate research degrees offered by the University. Asia, highlighting the uneven nature of the globalization
MIST992 Internship in International Studies process by revealing the ‘winners’ and ‘losers’ of
contemporary social, economic and cultural change.
Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Case studies examine inequalities based on gender, class
Spring Wollongong On Campus and sexuality in particular countries (Taiwan, India,
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Credit Points: 24 Japan, Indonesia, Singapore and Bangladesh), as well
Pre-requisites: Master of International Studies as in comparative Asian contexts. Topics to be covered
(Coursework) with a WAM of 70% or better include: regional social movements and political change;
Co-requisites: None sex and gender discrimination; marginal labourers;
Subject Description: The Internship offers students the transnational and migrant identities; media and identity;
chance to extend their coursework studies by combining rapid urbanization, slum development and inequality.
practical experience with additional coursework.
Education
Successful applicants may work with government and/ SOC 904 Principles of Social
or NGO groups both within Australia and outside
Impact Assessment
Australia. Placements and required coursework are
Not on offer in 2010
subject to negotiation with the subjects coordinators.
Credit Points: 8
MIST999 Advanced Topics in Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
International Studies
Engineering
Subject Description: This subject introduces students
Autumn Wollongong On Campus to the basic principles and practices of social impact
Spring Wollongong On Campus assessment (SIA). The subject includes: the history
Credit Points: 8 and theory of SIA; preparation and planning for SIA;
Pre-requisites: Average credit grade and above scoping studies: implementing and undertaking SIAs;
and the approval of MIS co-ordinator. the role of the SIA professional; and project evaluation.

Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: INTR940 STS 929 Studies in Resource and
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Subject Description: The work done for this Environmental Policy
subject is expected to include a detailed analysis of Not on offer in 2010
a significant issue, period or actor in international Credit Points: 8
relations (global governance and development). The Pre-requisites: Approval of Convenor
student is expected to draw on relevant primary and of Program or Subject Coordinaor
secondary sources, bodies of theory and/or comparative
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Co-requisites: None
materials. Enrolment requires the prior approval of the Subject Description: This subject examines the
MIS co-ordinator and may depend on the availability social, economic and political processes through
of appropriate sources and suitably qualified staff. which environmental policy is developed. Case
studies will be used to understand environmental
PHIL905 Research Project impacts of technological development. Theoretical
perspectives may include the politics and sociology
Credit Points: 16
of scientific controversy, global, national and regional
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developments in environmental regulation, theories of

Co-requisites: None
state regulation and intervention, and the choice and
Subject Description: Identification, development
negotiation of different environmental strategies.
and execution of a directed research project under the
supervision of a member of the Philosophy program
on topic in Applied Ethics. Students will pursue an
extended research project that applies ethical concepts
Science
and theory to significant problems in applied ethics.

The subject will develop students’ capacities for critical
analysis, ethical evaluation and conceptual analysis in
relation to a specific ethical issue. This will deepen
their understanding of concepts and theories taught
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in the MA (Applied Ethics) subjects, through using

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them in directed research. This subject may be a

valuable addition to a student’s professional portfolio.

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Arts
Schools
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School of Economics
School of Management and Marketing
Commerce
Courses Offered
Master of Commerce
Graduate Certificate in Commerce
Graduate Certificate in Research Commercialisation
Creative Arts
Double Degrees (2 year programs)
Master of Commerce with Master of Applied Finance
Master of Commerce with Master of Strategic Human Resource Management
Master of Commerce with Master of Strategic Management
Master of Commerce with Master of Strategic Marketing
Education
Master of Commerce with Master of Strategic Management and Marketing
Accountancy
Master of Accountancy - Research
Master of Accountancy
Master of Commerce – Master of Professional Accounting
Engineering
Master of Professional Accounting
Master of Forensic Accounting
Finance
Master of Finance - Research

Master of Applied Finance (Banking/Investing)
Sciences
Economics
Master of Economics - Research
Management
Master of Management - Research
Master of Strategic Management and Marketing
Informatics
Master of Strategic Management
Master of Strategic Human Resource Management
Marketing
Master of Marketing - Research
Master of Strategic Management and Marketing Law
Master of Strategic Marketing
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Testamur Title of Degree: Doctor of Philosophy
Abbreviation: PhD
Arts
Home Faculty: Commerce

Total Credit Points: 48 per annum
Location: Wollongong (Other locations TBA)
Commerce
UOW Course Code 201

Overview
Candidates with demonstrated research potential, exhibited usually by a Bachelor Honours, Masters by Research degree
or other Masters degree that includes a research project, can apply to take a Doctor of Philosophy in the Faculty. Full-
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time study of three years, or the part-time equivalent, is normally required. Candidates will be expected to work under
supervision on research projects related to their thesis area and may be required to complete coursework classes in order
to acquire theory and develop methodological skills necessary for their doctoral research. Candidates for this degree enrol
in the subject THES924 (full-time) or THES912 (part-time).
The following areas of research are some of the topics available to candidates undertaking the Doctor of Philosophy
degree:
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School of Accounting and Finance

Accountancy
· Accounting and Information Systems
· Auditing
· Corporate Governance
· Critical Accounting Theory
Engineering
· External Financial Reporting and Standard Setting

· Government and Not for Profit Accounting
· History of Accounting Thought
· International Accounting and Finance
· Management Accounting
· Small Business Management
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· Social and Environmental Accounting

Finance
· Banking
· Behavioural Finance
· Corporate Finance
Informatics
· Entrepreneurial Finance
· Financial Econometrics
· Financial Economics
· Financial Markets
· Financial Planning
· International Finance
Law
· Market Microstructure
· Personal Finance
· Portfolio Analysis
· Risk Management
· Small Business Finance
School of Economics
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Economics
· Applied Econometrics
· Applied Microeconomics
· Business Innovation and Social Innovation
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· Economic and Business History

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· Economic Growth and Development

· Health Economics
· Industrial and Business Economics
· International Trade and Investment
· Labour and Human Resources
· Macroeconomic Performance and Policies
Arts
· Poverty and Inequality
· Regional Development
· Small and Medium Enterprises
· Social Capital and Networks
School of Management and Marketing
Commerce
Management
· Business Ethics
· Corporate Decision-Making
· Corporate Governance
· Critical Analysis of HRM Practices
Creative Arts
· Cross-cultural Management
· Entrepreneurial Identity
· Firm Performance
· Innovation and Knowledge Management in Organizations
· International and Comparative Human Resource Management
· Internationalisation of Firms
Education
· International Organizations
· Inter-organisational Relations
· Logistics
· OH&S Management
· Organisational Change and Leadership
Engineering
· Project Based Learning
· Role of Human Resource Management in Organizational Change
· Strategic Management in SE Asian Firms
· Supply Chain Management
Marketing

· Advertising
Sciences
· Consumer Behaviour
· Corporate Marketing and Social Responsibility
· International Marketing
· Internet Marketing
· Marketing Communication
· Marketing Research
Informatics
· New Product Marketing and Product Innovation
· Relationship Marketing
· Sales Management
· Services Marketing
· Strategic Planning and Marketing
Other Research Areas Law
· Activity Theory
· Executive Information Systems Management Information Systems & Decision Support Systems
· Knowledge Management
· Management of Information System, Architectures and Infrastructures
· Online Banking
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· Organisational and Institutional Web Systems
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Additional information is available from www.uow.edu.au or email: [email protected]
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Master of Commerce
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Commerce
Abbreviation: MCom
Arts

Delivery Mode: On Campus
Commerce
Overview
This course is ideal for those who want to change their career to the commerce sector. Businesses and industries today
Creative Arts
are looking for graduates who have a broad commerce perspective; this course provides the fundamental skills which will
allow non-Commerce graduates to obtain a stand-alone qualification in preparation for a career in either small- or large-
scale business contexts, as well as facilitating entry to a more specialised professional degree offered through the Faculty’s
Double Masters programs.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree from a recognised tertiary institution or equivalent.
Education
Course Program
The core program comprises four (4) subjects which should be taken in the first semester of study:
Subjects Session Credit Points
ACCY901 Accounting Foundations For Professionals Autumn/Spring 6
ECON910 Economics for Professionals Autumn/Spring 6
Engineering
MARK922 Marketing Management Autumn/Spring 6

MGMT901 Fundamentals of Management Autumn/Spring 6
Master of Commerce – No Specialisation

Students must complete the four (4) compulsory subjects above plus four (4) 900 level Commerce subjects (24 credit
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points). Alternatively, students may complete one of the Major Studies listed below.
Major Studies
· Electronic Commerce
· Finance
· Organisational Innovation
Informatics
· Public Relations
· Regional Development
Students who hold a recognised degree in business or commerce may be permitted to substitute the core subjects in the
Master of Commerce with other subjects approved by the course coordinator.
Students intending to enrol in a specialised Commerce Masters coursework program on completion of the Master of
Commerce will not be permitted to take any elective subjects in the Master of Commerce which are also contained in
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the relevant specialised Masters program without the approval of the relevant Course Coordinator.
Students who are unable to complete the Master of Commerce may exit with a Graduate Certificate in Commerce.
Credit Towards Other Courses

Depending on subjects completed in the Master of Commerce students may receive a maximum of 25% credit towards a
second specialised Commerce Masters program.
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Graduate Certificate in Commerce
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Commerce
Abbreviation: GradCertCom
Arts
Duration: 6 months full-time or part-time equivalent
Delivery Mode: On campus (Face to Face)
Commerce
Starting Session(s): Autumn, Spring
CRICOS Code: 055108M
Overview
This program is targeted at students who do not meet the direct entry requirements for Commerce Masters degrees. It
Creative Arts
will enable them to not only gain the necessary skills and knowledge in a range of essential Commerce subjects, but also
allow them to gain the required entry into Commerce Masters programs.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should hold a Bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution. Those applicants with
a combination of academic or professional qualifications and at least three years’ relevant full-time equivalent work
experience may also be considered. Applicants must also meet the University’s English language requirements for this
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certificate.
Applicants must also meet the University’s English Language requirements for this certificate (refer to the University’s
website at www.uow.edu.au/future/international/apply/english for details).
Course Requirements
Students will undertake 24 credit points consisting of the following subjects:
Engineering
ACCY901 Accounting Foundations for Professionals Autumn/Spring 6

Applicants who have been offered a Master of Professional Accounting subject to successful completion of the Graduate
Sciences
Certificate in Commerce will be required to substitute ACCY901 and ECON910 with subjects determined by the MPA
Coordinator.
Credit Towards other Courses

On completion of the Graduate Certificate in Commerce with an overall average of 60%, students may apply to transfer
into either the Master of Commerce or the Master of Commerce–Master of Professional Accounting. Successful
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applicants will be required to complete a further 24 credit points of coursework from the Master of Commerce schedule
or 72 credit points of coursework from the Master of Commerce–Master of Professional Accounting schedule.
Students who hold a degree in business or commerce from a recognised tertiary institution and who achieve an overall
average of 60% in the Graduate Certificate in Commerce may be eligible to transfer into a specialised Commerce Masters
program other than the Master of Commerce. The number of subjects to be completed in that specialised Masters
program will be determined by the relevant Course Coordinator.
Students who do not achieve an overall average of 60% in the Graduate Certificate in Commerce may apply for
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admission to the Master of Commerce.

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Graduate Certificate in Research Commercialisation
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Research Commercialisation
Abbreviation: GradCertResCom
Arts

Delivery Mode: On campus (Face to Face)
Commerce

CRICOS Code: NA
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Research Commercialisation provides Higher Degree Research (HDR) students with high
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quality research commercialisation training. Each year a limited number of 6 month scholarships are available to enrolled
domestic PhD students.
Contact the Research Student Centre www.uow.edu.au/research
Email [email protected]
Telephone 02 42215452
PLEASE NOTE: This course is only available to students who are in receipt of the Scholarship.
Education
Entry Requirements
Applicants must be currently enrolled in a Research Doctorate.
Course Program
Code Subject Session Credit Points
FIN927 Entrepreneurial Finance Autumn 6
Engineering
FIN921 *Managerial Finance Autumn 2010 6

only
*FIN921 Managerial Finance replaces FIN927 Entrepreneurial Finance for Autumn Session 2010 only
Plus one of the following
MARK935 Marketing Strategy Spring 6

MARK956 Creating and Marketing New Products n/o 2010 6
Sciences

MGMT908 Human Resources Development Autumn 6
MGMT911 Organisational Behaviour Spring 6
MGMT915 Management of Change Spring 6
MGMT940 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Spring 6
COMM327 Business Innovation, Technology and Policy Autumn/Spring 6
Informatics
Master of Commerce - Master of Strategic Human Resource

Management
Abbreviation: MCom-MStratHRM
Law

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Overview
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This double degree program allows students to undertake complementary study in related fields and gives them the
opportunity to develop generalist business skills in commerce and expertise in human resource management.
School
The Master of Commerce is ideal for those who want to change their career to the commerce sector. Businesses
and industries today are looking for graduates who have a broad commerce perspective and this course provides the
fundamental skills which will allow non-Commerce graduates to obtain a qualification in preparation for a career in
Arts
either small or large scale business contexts.
Human resource managers are now focused on the achievement of effective learning organisations in a world of rapid
local and global change. The emphasis on these aspects, with more traditional areas of concern, will equip the successful
graduate with advanced human resource management skills for organisations in the 21st Century. The Master of Strategic
Human Resource Management presents powerful tools for analysing strategic alignment, managing employment
relationships and identifying leadership and team dynamics skills essential to orchestrate organisational change. It provides
Commerce
critical perspectives on the roles and functions of HR executives as change agents.
Professional Recognition
The HRM major is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute. Students who have completed the Master of
Strategic Human Resource Management are eligible for membership of the Institute.
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Entry Requirements / Assumed Knowledge
Course Program
MASTER OF COMMERCE
Year 1 – Semester 1
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Plus four (4) Commerce 900-level subjects (excluding subjects contained in the Master of Strategic Human Resource
Engineering
Management schedule)
MASTER OF STRATEGIC HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Year 2
MGMT910 Strategic Management Spring 6
MGMT930 Strategic Human Resource Management Autumn 6

Plus 36 credit points selected from the following schedule, subject to availability and demand
Sciences
MGMT920 Organisational Analysis Autumn 6
MGMT946 Personal Learning: The Reflective Manager n/o 2010 6
MGMT949 Performance Management Spring 6
MGMT963 Management of Occupational Health and Safety Spring 6
Informatics
MGMT969 Job Analysis, Recruitment and Selection Spring 6
MGMT975 Negotiation, Advocacy and Bargaining n/o 2010 6
MGMT987 Management Special Topic Autumn/Spring 12
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Master of Commerce - Master of Strategic Management
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Commerce -
Arts
Abbreviation: MCom-MStratMgmt
Commerce

Overview
Creative Arts
This double degree allows students to undertake complementary study in related fields and gives the opportunity to
develop generalist business skills in commerce and expertise in management.
fundamental skills which allow non-Commerce graduates to obtain a qualification in preparation for a career in either
small or large scale business contexts.
Education
The Master of Strategic Management provides an opportunity for career advancement for managers. This rigorous and
intellectually challenging program will assist in the development of key personal and technical skills.

Course Program
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MASTER OF COMMERCE

Sciences
Plus four (4) Commerce 900-level subjects (excluding subjects contained in the Master of Strategic Management
schedule)
MASTER OF STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT
Year 2
Informatics

MGMT941 Small Business Management I Autumn 6
Law
MGMT978 Cross Cultural Management Autumn 6

MGMT983 Leading Organisations: Politics, Power and Change Agency n/o 2010 6
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Master of Commerce - Master of Strategic Marketing
Arts
Abbreviation: MCom-MStratMark
Commerce
CRICOS Code: 067070K
Overview
Creative Arts
This double degree program allows students to undertake complementary study in related fields and gives an opportunity
to develop generalist business skills in commerce and expertise in marketing.
fundamental skills which will allow non-Commerce graduates to obtain a qualification in preparation for a career in
either small or large scale business contexts.
Education
The Master of Strategic Marketing is designed to enhance graduates’ career opportunities in the marketing field. Students
will have the opportunity to study in-depth a wide range of advanced topics in marketing and gain both generalist and
specialist marketing skills that are professionally-oriented.

Engineering
Course Program
MASTER OF COMMERCE

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Plus four (4) Commerce 900-level subjects (excluding subjects contained in the Master of Strategic Marketing schedule)
MASTER OF STRATEGIC MARKETING
Year 2
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MARK901 Internet Applications for Marketing Spring 6
MARK917 Business to Business Marketing Autumn 6
MARK920 Social Marketing Spring 6
MARK936 Consumer Behaviour Autumn 6 Law
MARK938 Managing Services and Relationship Marketing Spring 6

MARK940 Marketing Communications Autumn 6
MARK957 International Marketing Strategy Autumn 6
MARK970 Contemporary Issues in Marketing n/o 2010 6
MARK977 Research for Marketing Decisions Spring 6
Science
MARK995 Tourism Marketing Spring 6

MARK997 Retail Marketing Management Autumn 6
MARK989 Marketing Special Topic Autumn/Spring 12
Sydney Business
Other Information
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Additional information is available from www.uow.edu.au

Master of Commerce - Master of Strategic Management and
Marketing
Arts

Abbreviation: MCom-MStratMgmtMark
Commerce

CRICOS Code: 067075E
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Overview
This double degree program allows students to undertake complementary study in related fields and gives them the
opportunity to develop generalist business skills in commerce and expertise in both management and marketing.
fundamental skills which allow non-Commerce graduates to obtain a qualification in preparation for a career in either
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small or large scale business contexts.

The Master of Strategic Management and Marketing is a cross-discipline degree designed to give students professional
knowledge in both areas.

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Course Program
MASTER OF COMMERCE

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Plus four (4) Commerce 900-level subjects (excluding subjects contained in the Master of Strategic Management and
Marketing schedule)
MASTER OF STRATEGIC MANAGEMENT AND MARKETING
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Year 2
MARK936 Consumer Behaviour Autumn 6
Plus three (3) subjects selected from the following schedule, subject to availability and demand
Law

Science

Sydney Business

School

MGMT941 Small Business Management I Autumn 6
MGMT963 Management of Occupational Health and Safety Spring 6
MGMT969 Job Analysis, Recruitment and Selection Spring 6
Arts
MGMT983 Leading Organisations: Politics, Power and Change Agency n/o 2010 6
Commerce
Master of Accountancy - Research
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Accountancy – Research
Abbreviation: MAccy-Res
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CRICOS Code: 042547F
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Overview
The Master of Accountancy – Research degree comprises 24 credit points of coursework and a 48 credit point thesis.
In the coursework component, students develop their capacity to conduct rigorous independent research, as well as
undertaking advanced coursework that integrates conceptual and practical issues within the Accounting discipline. In the
thesis component, students complete substantial and extended research into an applied or theoretical issue in accounting.
The topic is selected in line with the student’s research interests and is subject to approval by the Associate Head of
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School (Accounting). The thesis is completed under the supervision of individual members of staff and culminates in the
production of a substantial written thesis.

This degree is primarily a research degree for those who have completed a Bachelors Honours at a standard of Class II,
Division 2 or higher in accountancy, economics, finance or management. Applicants who have completed a coursework

Masters degree at an appropriate standard may be admitted to the program.
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Credit Transfer
Credit of up to 24 credit points may be awarded for the coursework component of this degree to students who have
completed research related subjects at an appropriate standard as assessed by the Associate Head of School (Accounting).
A candidate may not undertake subjects for this degree that are similar in content to subjects included in their Honours
or Masters course.
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Course Program
ACCY903 Theoretical Foundations of Accounting Autumn/Spring 6
ACCY907 Empirical Research Methods Autumn 6
COMM980 Business Research Methods Autumn/Spring 6
Elective Subject
Law
6 credit points from the 900- level subjects offered by the School of Accounting and Finance, provided the elective is
appropriate to the course of research the student intends to pursue.
Subject selection is to be approved by the Associate Head of School (Accounting). Other coursework subjects may be
substituted with the permission of the Associate Head of School (Accounting).
Thesis
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THES924 Thesis full-time Annual 48
OR
THES912 Thesis part-time Annual 24
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Further information is available at http://coursefinder.uow.edu.au/ or email: [email protected]

Master of Accountancy
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Accountancy
Abbreviation: MAccy
Arts

Duration: 1 year or part-time equivalent
Commerce
Overview
The Master of Accountancy builds on the accounting knowledge and skills acquired at the undergraduate level. It
Creative Arts
develops in-depth understanding and capacities to critique the research and practice of accounting.

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree with a major in Accountancy from a recognised tertiary institution, with
an average mark of at least 60%. Applicants with a combination of other university qualifications plus relevant professional
experience may also be considered.
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Course Program
Students will undertake 48 credit points consisting of any eight subjects from the following list:
ACCY904 Financial Accounting Autumn 6
ACCY905 International Accounting Spring 6
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ACCY913 Management Accounting Autumn 6
ACCY914 Management Planning and Control Systems Autumn 6
ACCY936 Management and Information Systems Autumn/Spring 6
ACCY968 Insolvencies Spring 6
ACCY974 Accounting Regulation Spring 6

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With permission of the Associate Head of School (Accounting), it is possible for students to substitute subjects listed
above with ACCY985 Special Topic in Accounting A or ACCY986 Special Topic in Accounting B.
Other Information
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Master of Commerce - Master of Professional Accounting

Abbreviation: MCom-MProfAccy
Law

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Overview
The Master of Commerce complements the Master of Professional Accounting (MPA) by providing the occupational
practice outcomes of the MPA, as a response to industry demand for graduates with these skills.
The course not only provides students with fundamental commercial skills but also addresses the cultural and
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communication issues that may assist international students to implement accounting knowledge. It gives students the
skill to access the Australian workforce either for work experience or employment. It explores the diversity of practices
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and expectations with respect to recruitment and the employment relationship internationally, which requires a focus on
cultural issues to ensure the students’ success.
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Course Requirements
The course is designed to be taken over four semesters on a full-time basis or a part-time equivalent basis. The program
consists of fifteen subjects totalling 96 credit points.
Course Program
Commerce
ACCY902 Applied Financial Accounting Spring 6
ACCY918 Applied Management Accounting Spring 6
ACCY962 Professional Practice – Auditing & Risk Assurance Autumn 6
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ACCY963 Professional Practice - Taxation Autumn 6
COMM900 Intercultural Professional Practice (Commerce) Not Available in 12
2010
ECON940 Statistics for Decision Making Spring 6
FIN 921 Managerial Finance Autumn/Spring 6
LAW 960 Legal Studies for Professionals Spring 6
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LAW9302 Law of Business Organisations Autumn 6
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The Master of Professional Accounting is accredited by CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountant Australia
(ICAA).
Students please note:
You are advised that if you intend to apply for membership with either institution, you must also meet any additional
membership requirements the institutions may have, which includes recognition of your previous qualifications.

Other Information
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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Professional Accounting
Abbreviation: MProfAccy
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Law
Overview
The program is designed to build on the learning experience of the students and to extend that experience to an
appreciation and understanding of matters relating to the practice of accounting. Students will have an appreciation of
the theoretical issues under-pinning the practice of accounting, as well as the legal and practical issues surrounding that
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practice.

Course Requirements
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The course is designed to be taken over three or four semesters on a full-time basis or a part-time equivalent basis. The
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program consists of twelve subjects totalling 72 credit points.

Course Program
Arts
ACCY902 Applied Financial Accounting Spring 6

ACCY918 Applied Management Accounting Spring 6
ACCY962 Professional Practice – Auditing & Risk Assurance Autumn 6
ACCY963 Professional Practice - Taxation Autumn 6
Commerce

FIN 921 Managerial Finance Autumn/Spring 6
LAW 960 Legal Studies for Professionals Spring 6
LAW9302 Law of Business Organisations Autumn 6
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Recognised by CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountant Australia (ICAA).
Students please note:
The MPA is accredited by CPA Australia and the Institute of Chartered Accountants Australia (ICAA).You are advised
that if you intend to apply for membership with either institution, you must also meet any additional membership
requirements the institutions may have, which includes recognition of your previous qualifications.
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Student Income Support

In 2007, the Department of Education, Employment and Workplace Relations (DEEWR) announced that it has made
provisions to extend student income support (Austudy and Youth Allowance) to students undertaking professionally
oriented masters programmes.
The Master of Professional Accounting has been approved by DEEWR as an eligible Masters programme for Student
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Income Support.
Students who have queries about their income support eligibility should contact Centrelink on 13 2490 for further
information.
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Master of Forensic Accounting

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Forensic Accounting
Abbreviation: MForAccy
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Delivery Mode: On campus (Modular – compulsory 2-3 full days intensive program per subject)
Starting Session(s): Autumn
Law
Overview
The Master of Forensic Accounting emphasises a forensic rather than a control-based or risk management approach to the
analysis of corporate governance and the possibility of fraud.
Students will be given a broad-based introduction to the nature and purpose of forensic accounting. The scope and
content of all subjects extend well beyond a ‘legal’ focus and provide an opportunity to study and acquire skills in
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investigative techniques and the collection of data as well as the skills necessary to not only identify poor management but
also unethical and fraudulent activities.

Applicants must have an undergraduate degree with a major in accountancy from a recognised tertiary institution with an
average mark of at least 60%. Applicants with a combination of other university qualifications plus relevant professional
Sydney Business

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Credit Transfer
Credit will be available to ACCY950 for applicants who have completed the CPA Australia or ICAA Program.
Course Program
ACCY950 Introductory Forensic Accounting ** Autumn 6
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ACCY951 Forensic and Litigation Framework ** Autumn 6
ACCY952 Fraud and Failure ** Autumn 6
ACCY953 Investigative Processes ** Autumn 6
ACCY954 Advanced Investigative Techniques Spring 6
ACCY957 Independent Accounting Expert Reports Spring 6
ACCY958 Evidence & the Forensic Accountant Spring 6
Commerce
ACCY959 Compliance, Assurance and Governance Spring 6
** Exit option of Graduate Certificate of Forensic Accounting after the completion of these subjects.
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Master of Finance - Research
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Finance -Research
Abbreviation: MFin-Res
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Overview
This program comprises a coursework and research component. In the coursework component, students develop their
capacity to conduct rigorous independent research, as well as undertaking advanced coursework that integrates conceptual
and practical issues within the finance discipline. In the research component, students complete substantial and extended

research into an applied or theoretical issue in finance. The topic is selected in line with the student’s research interests
and is subject to approval by the Associate Head of School (Finance). The thesis is completed under the supervision of
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individual members of staff and culminates in the production of a substantial written thesis.

Bachelor’s honours at a standard of Class II, Division 2 or higher in accountancy, economics, finance or management.
Candidates who have completed a coursework master’s degree at an appropriate standard may also be admitted.
Credit Transfer
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Credit of up to 24 credit points may be awarded for the coursework component of this degree to students who have
completed research-related subjects at an appropriate standard as assessed by the Associate Head of School (Finance). A
candidate may not undertake subjects for this degree that are similar in content to subjects included in their Honours or
Masters course.
Course Program
Core Subjects Session Credit Points
Law

Elective Subject
Science
6 credit point from the 900-level subjects offered by the School of Accounting and Finance, provided the elective is
appropriate to the course of research the student intends to pursue.
Subject selection is to be approved by the Associate Head of School (Finance). Other coursework subjects may be
substituted with the permission of the Associate Head of School (Finance).
Thesis
Sydney Business

School
THES924 Thesis full-time Annual 48

OR
THES912 Thesis part-time Annual 24

Other Information
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Master of Applied Finance (Banking/Investing)

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Applied Finance (Banking/Investing)
Abbreviation: MAppFin
Commerce

Creative Arts
Overview
This program is designed for business graduates who wish to substantially develop their advanced, applied and
comprehensive knowledge of either banking or investing at the graduate level. The core part of the program provides
students with an advanced understanding of financial decision-making in one of the two areas. The banking specialisation
has a focus on bank management and lending and the investing specialisation addresses investment analysis and portfolio
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management, both addressing the financial decisions made by corporate managers. In the elective part of the program
students can enhance their understanding of finance through the study of corporate finance, banking and lending,
investment analysis and portfolio management, international finance, risk management, entrepreneurial finance and
statistical methods in finance.

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Applicants must have an undergraduate degree with a major in finance from a recognised tertiary institution with
an average of at least 60%. Applicants with a combination of other university qualifications plus relevant professional
Course Requirements
Students are required to undertake the 36 credit points in the Banking or Investing specialist stream and 12 credit points
in electives.
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Course Program
Master of Applied Finance (Banking)
FIN 924 Financial Statement Analysis For Business Autumn 6
FIN 925 Banking Theory and Practice Autumn 6
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FIN 926 Advanced Managerial Finance Spring 6

FIN 955 International Banking Spring 6
FIN 956 Bank Lending and Securities Spring 6
LAW 970 Banking and Financial Institutions Law Autumn 6
Plus 2 Electives from:
FIN 922 Investment Management Autumn 6
FIN 923 Portfolio Management Spring 6
Law
FIN 927 Entrepreneurial Finance Autumn 6

FIN 928 Multinational Financial Management Spring 6
FIN 957 Portfolio Simulation Autumn 6
FIN987 Special Topic in Finance Autumn/Spring 6
STAT920 Stochastic Methods in Finance Autumn 6
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Master of Applied Finance (Investing)

FIN 924 Financial Statement Analysis For Business Autumn 6
Sydney Business
FIN 926 Advanced Managerial Finance Spring 6

FIN 928 Multinational Financial Management Spring 6
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FIN 957 Portfolio Simulation Autumn 6

Plus 2 Electives from:
FIN 925 Banking Theory and Practice Autumn 6
FIN 927 Entrepreneurial Finance Autumn 6
FIN 955 International Banking Spring 6
Arts
FIN 956 Bank Lending and Securities Spring 6
FIN987 Special Topic in Finance Autumn/Spring 6
LAW 970 Banking and Financial Institutions Law Autumn 6
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Recognised by the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA).

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The Master of Applied Finance has been approved by DEEWR as an eligible Masters programme for Student Income
Support.
information.
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Master of Economics - Research

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Economics - Research
Abbreviation: MEcon-Res
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Delivery Mode: On campus (Flexible)

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Overview
This course aims to provide graduate students, who have completed an Economics major in an undergraduate degree,
with the opportunity for advanced study in Economics including a major research thesis.
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Entry level will normally be by an Honours Bachelor of Commerce or Arts degree or equivalent at a standard of Class
II, Division 2 or higher in Economics. Students who hold a Pass Masters degree in Economics or equivalent will be
admitted, although additional coursework may be required at the discretion of the Associate Head of School.
Credit Transfer
Students who hold an Honours Class II, Division 1 or higher in Economics may be awarded up to 24 credit points for Law
the coursework component of the program. See General Course Rules.
Course Requirements
Students normally undertake a 72 credit point program consisting of 24 credit points of coursework plus 48 credit points
of research thesis.
Course Program
Science

ECON996 Advanced Macroeconomic Theory Autumn 6
ECON997 Advanced Microeconomic Theory Autumn 6
Sydney Business
THES924 Thesis (full-time) OR Annual 48

THES912 Thesis (part-time) Annual 48
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ECON921 Econometric Models Not on offer 2010 6
Or

ECON939 Quantitative Economic Analysis Autumn 6
Master of Management - Research

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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Management -Research

Abbreviation: MMgmt-Res
Commerce

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Overview
The Master of Management - Research provides graduates with the opportunity for further study of advanced topics in
management.

Applicants must have completed the requirements for the award of Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) or equivalent at a
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standard of Class II, Division 2 or higher, or an equivalent degree. Candidates who have completed a Masters degree may
be admitted to the program. Candidates may be awarded credit of up to 24 credit points for the coursework component
of this degree on the basis of previous research-related subjects. For further information on credit transfer please go to
Section 5 of the General Course Rules www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058680.html
Candidates who hold a Bachelor of Commerce degree at credit level or above may be admitted to the program after an
appropriate program of preliminary study prescribed by the Head of School.
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Course Program
COMM980 Business Research Methods Autumn 6
Plus three 6-credit point subjects as approved by the Course Coordinator
Plus
THES924 Thesis full-time Autumn/Spring 48

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THES912 Thesis part-time Autumn/Spring 48

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Strategic Management and Marketing
Abbreviation: MStratMgmtMark
Informatics

Location: Wollongong and other locations (subject to demand)
Law
Overview
This is a cross-discipline degree designed to give students the professional knowledge in both areas.

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Applicants will be eligible for this degree if they have completed a Commerce or Business undergraduate degree, or
equivalent, with an average mark of 60% or above, from a recognised tertiary institution. Applicants with an average
between 50 and 59% may be considered with two years relevant work experience.
The English language entry criteria will be as indicated on the UOW website.
Course Requirements
Sydney Business
School
Students will undertake eight (8) subjects (48 credit points) and are required to formalise an intended program with the
Postgraduate Coordinator.
Course Program
There are six (6) core subjects as follows:
Arts
Commerce
Two (2) subjects can be selected from:

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Education
MGMT941 Small Business Management 1 Autumn 6
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MGMT963 Management of Occupational Health & Safety Spring 6
MGMT969 Job Analysis, Recruitment & Selection Autumn 6

MGMT983 Leading Organisations: Politics, Power & Change n/o 2010 6
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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Strategic Management
Abbreviation: MStratMgmt
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Location: Wollongong and other locations (subject to demand and approval)
Overview
Law
The Master of Strategic Management provides an opportunity for career advancement for managers. This rigorous and
intellectually challenging program will assist in the development of key personal and technical skills.

Applicants must have a Bachelor degree in commerce, business or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution with
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an average of at least 60%. Applicants with a combination of other university qualifications plus relevant professional
Course Requirements
Sydney Business
School

Course Program
There are three (3) core subjects as follows:
Arts

Five (5) subjects can be selected from:

Commerce

Creative Arts
MGMT983 Leading Organisations: Politics, Power & Change n/o in 2010 6


Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Strategic Human Resource Management
Education
Abbreviation: MStratHRM
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Overview
Human resource managers are now focused on the achievement of effective learning organisations in a world of rapid
local and global change. The emphasis on these aspects, with more traditional areas of concern, will equip the successful
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graduate with advanced human resource management skills for organisations in the 21st Century.
This program presents powerful tools for analysing strategic alignment, managing employment relationships and
identifying leadership and team dynamics skills essential to orchestrate organisational change. It provides critical
perspectives on the roles and functions of HR executives as change agents.

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Applicants must have a Bachelor degree in commerce, business or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution with an
average mark of at least 60%. Applicants with a combination of other university qualifications plus relevant professional
The HRM major is accredited by the Australian Human Resources Institute. Students are eligible for membership of
Law
the Institute.
Course Requirements
Course Program
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There are three (3) core subjects as follows:

Sydney Business

School
Five (5) subjects to be selected from:

MGMT908 Human Resource Development Autumn 6
Arts
MGMT946 Personal Learning: the Reflective Manager n/o 2010 6
MGMT969 Job Analysis, Recruitment and Selection Autumn 6
Commerce
Master of Marketing - Research
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Marketing - Research
Abbreviation: MMark-Res
Creative Arts
CRICOS Code: 042552J
Education
Overview
The Master of Marketing - Research provides graduates with the opportunity to undertake further in-depth study in
marketing, in preparation for a professional career as a marketing expert.
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This program is primarily a research program for those who have completed an Honours Bachelor degree in the Faculty
of Commerce at a standard of Class II, Division 2 or higher, or an equivalent degree. Candidates who have completed a
Masters program may be admitted. Honours and Masters Candidates may be awarded a credit of up to 24 credit points
for the coursework component of the program on the basis of previous research-related subjects. For further information
on credit transfer please go to Section 5 of the General Course Rules www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/UOW058680.html

Candidates who hold a Bachelor of Commerce degree at credit level or above may be admitted to the program after an
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appropriate program of preliminary study prescribed by the Head of School.
Course Requirements
The Master of Marketing - Research is a 72 credit point program, comprising 24 credit points of coursework and a 48
credit point thesis. Candidates will be expected to undertake the following subjects.
Course Program
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PLUS three 900-level - 6 credit point subjects as approved by the Course Coordinator
PLUS
THES924 Thesis full-time Autumn/Spring 48
THES912 Thesis part-time Autumn/Spring 48 Law

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Strategic Management and Marketing
Abbreviation: MStratMgmtMark
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Location: Wollongong and other locations (subject to demand)
Sydney Business

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Overview
This is a cross-discipline degree designed to give students the professional knowledge in both areas.

Applicants will be eligible for this degree if they have completed a Commerce or Business undergraduate degree, or
equivalent, with an average mark of 60% or above, from a recognised tertiary institution. Applicants with an average
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between 50 and 59% may be considered with two years relevant work experience.
Course Requirements
Commerce
Course Program
There are six (6) core subjects as follows:
Creative Arts

Two (2) subjects can be selected from:

Education

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MGMT969 Job Analysis, Recruitment & Selection Autumn 6
Informatics

MGMT983 Leading Organisations: Politics, Power & Change n/o 2010 6

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Strategic Marketing
Law
Abbreviation: MStratMark
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Overview
Sydney Business
The program is designed to enhance graduates’ career opportunities in the marketing field. Students will have the
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opportunity to study in-depth a wide range of advanced topics in marketing and gain both generalist and specialist
marketing skills that are professionally-oriented.
Applicants must have a bachelor degree in Commerce, Business or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution with
an average mark of at least 60%. Applicants with a combination of other university qualifications plus relevant professional
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Course Requirements
Students are required to formalise an intended program with the Postgraduate Coordinator. Programs are tailored for
individual students, based on their previous study and areas of interest. Subjects will generally be selected from the
Commerce
following list. Subject availability may vary each session and year, depending on demand.
Course Program
Candidates are to take three (3) compulsory subjects as follows:
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Candidates to select five (5) subjects from the following schedule, subject to availability and demand:
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MARK997 Retail Marketing Management n/o 2010 6
MARK989 Marketing Special Topic Autumn/Spring 12

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Informatics
Law
Science
Sydney Business
School

SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS impact on accounting and auditing, comparative study of
auditing and reporting standards, and international aspects
of public accounting practice. The subject also covers
ACCY901 Accounting Foundations
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multi-national corporation and the effect of changing

For Professionals price levels on accounting for international operations.
Spring Wollongong On Campus ACCY907 Empirical Research Methods
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Exclusions: ACCY101, ACCY190 or Co-requisites: None
ACCY100 and ACCY102 Subject Description: The subject provides an
Subject Description: This subject is an introduction overview of the ways accounting and finance researchers
to the principles of both financial and management identify, formulate and investigate empirical questions
accounting. Students will gain an understanding of in accounting and finance. Subjects include the
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the preparation, interpretation and utilisation of the criteria adopted to select research projects, issues of
major types of reports and the analyses prepared by experimental design, validity threats, measurement
accountants for management decision making. problems and statistical analysis. Selected published
accounting and finance research will be used to
ACCY902 Applied Financial Accounting illustrate established methods of empirical research.
Credit Points: 6 ACCY913 Management Accounting
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Pre-requisites: ACCY901 Autumn Wollongong On Campus

Co-requisites: None Credit Points: 6
Exclusions: ACCY908 Pre-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject examines the Co-requisites: None
practical aspects of financial accounting including Subject Description: This subject deals with the
issues in external reporting, accounting for groups conceptual basis of management accounting and
of companies and the taxation of companies. It also information systems including an examination of
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includes an analysis of reporting theory as it relates to traditional and alternative theories and approaches
legal and economic factors and professional ethics. shaping organisational and behavioural aspects
of management accounting. Topics covered
ACCY903 Theoretical Foundations include the contingency approach, the agency
of Accounting approach, control system theories, activity based
Autumn Wollongong On Campus accounting and critical accounting approaches.

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Credit Points: 6 ACCY914 Management Planning

Pre-requisites: ACCY901 and Control Systems
Co-requisites: None Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Subject Description: This subject critically analyses Credit Points: 6
the nature of theory, research and theory formation. It Pre-requisites: None
includes a study of the methods used in theory formation Co-requisites: None
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and attempts to formulate theories of accounting. Subject Description: This subject presents an in-
depth analysis of selected aspects of the design and
ACCY904 Financial Accounting evaluation of management accounting, planning and
Autumn Wollongong On Campus control systems in both the private and public sectors.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None ACCY918 Applied Management Accounting
Co-requisites: None Spring Wollongong On Campus
Subject Description: This subject covers an Credit Points: 6
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in-depth study of the basis of external financial Pre-requisites: ACCY901

reporting, including asset valuation and periodic Co-requisites: None
profit measurement. The subject also includes a Subject Description: ACCY918 examines traditional
study of the elements of financial accounting and and innovative techniques used by management
their communication in accounting reports. accountants to accumulate, analyse and use accounting
and other quantitative information to aid management
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ACCY905 International Accounting in planning, control and decision-making within business

Not on offer in 2010 organisations. A primary concern is the ability of, and
Credit Points: 6 need for, management accounting to adapt to the rapidly
Pre-requisites: None changing global business environment to ensure that
Co-requisites: None management has the decision tools to be effective.
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Subject Description: This subject examines differences

in accounting thought and standards between countries.
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Topics include influence of national outlook and policies

and of economic infrastructure on accounting practice,
uniform systems of accounting, corporate growth and its
ACCY936 Management and ACCY952 Fraud and Failure
Information Systems Autumn Wollongong Modular
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Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: The focus of this subject is on the
Co-requisites: None application of theories of criminology to past corporate
Subject Description: This subject deals with the and regulatory failures. The purpose is to use the past to
identify the drivers of fraud, other forms of management
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effective use and control of information systems,
particularly computer-based information systems, and the and employee abuse, financial statement manipulation
likely impact of developments in this area on management and corruption. The subject also examines other forms
functions and how managers carry out those functions. of fraud and abuse including ponzi and pyramid schemes,
identity theft and credit card fraud, money laundering
ACCY944 Issues in Auditing and tax evasion and the factors that have contributed to
Not on offer in 2010 the commission of such activities. These drivers are in
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Credit Points: 6 turn used to help develop strategies for the detection,
Pre-requisites: None investigation and prevention of misconduct by individual
Co-requisites: None members of society and at all levels of corporate,
Subject Description: This subject provides an in-depth government and not-for-profit entities. This material will
examination of contemporary topics in auditing with be used to develop the skills necessary to identify and
emphasis on controversial and theoretical issues, including analyse suspicious or irregular activities, development of a
social and ethical issues, the role of quantitative techniques fraud hypothesis and planning of an investigation to prove
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in the audit function, continuous auditing concept, or refute allegations or suspicions of misconduct. The
uncertainty reporting, audit performance evaluation, subject matter will take a global approach and include an
extension of the attest function and public sector auditing. analysis of corporate governance and best practice issues.
ACCY950 Introductory Forensic Accounting ACCY953 Investigative Processes

Autumn Wollongong Modular Autumn Wollongong Modular
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Credit Points: 6 Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject provides a broad Subject Description: This subject is based on the
based overview of investigative audits within a corporate first two phases of the Initiation, Planning, Execution
governance and accountability framework and is designed and Close model (IPEC). It facilitates a consolidation

for progression to more specific topics. Subject content of student knowledge of behaviour, regulatory, audit,
governance, banking governance, accountability and
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will deal with Australia’s corporate regulatory framework
including relevant legislation and accounting and assurance by applying these concepts to the IPEC
audit standards. Students will also be introduced to the model phases, initiation and planning, for forensic
accounting and audit compliance framework, the nature accounting investigations. Students are introduced
and purpose of financial reports and financial statement to a range of investigative processes to guide an
analysis and interpretation. An integral part of the subject investigation prompted by the identification of specific
will be the audit risk model including the efficiency and red flags. Students will learn how to develop a fraud
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effectiveness of internal controls, corporate governance hypothesis based on identified red flags and plan an
issues such as corporate culture (setting the tone at the top appropriate investigation to test the hypothesis.
and internal environment) and the environment in which
an entity operates and the relevance of these matters in ACCY954 Advanced Investigative Techniques
the planning and execution of an investigative audit. Spring Wollongong Modular
Credit Points: 6
ACCY951 Forensic and Litigation Framework Pre-requisites: None Law
Autumn Wollongong Modular Co-requisites: None
Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: This subject builds on the
Pre-requisites: None initiation, planning, execution and close (IPEC) model
Co-requisites: None introduced in ACCY 953 Investigative Processes. It
Subject Description: This subject will address the role follows on to the IPEC model phases of execution and
of law in dealing with cases of fraud or misconduct, and close. The execution phase deals with the selection and
Science
the legal framework within which the forensic accounting application of investigative techniques appropriate to
process, from preliminary stages, to investigation and the facts of a particular case. The close phase revolves
ultimately to prosecution or litigation. In particular, around appropriate reporting and consideration of
the subject will address the legal framework (at the preventative and improvement strategies. Case studies
state, national and international level) within which and practical examples will be used to demonstrate
allegations of fraud are addressed; the concept of the the application of the IPEC model to a structured
Sydney Business
corporation and the scope for abuse; the duties, roles and forensic accounting investigation that will serve
School
responsibilities of the key players in corporations and as the basis for an independent expert report.
in the investigation of corporate misconduct; and the
legal obligations of professionals such as auditors, and
the implications of these for the forensic accountant.

ACCY957 Independent Accounting ACCY961 Professional Practice - Accounting
Expert Reports Not on offer in 2010
Spring Wollongong Modular Credit Points: 6
Arts
Credit Points: 6 Pre-requisites: ACCY901

Pre-requisites: None Co-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject is concerned
Subject Description: This subject draws on professional with statements of Accounting Standards, statements
guidelines, judicial reviews and documented experiences of Accounting Practice and the impact of
and outcomes of the preparation and defence of corporation law on the practice of accountancy.
Commerce
independent expert reports in a wide range of litigation

and dispute resolution matters. The subject material will ACCY962 Professional Practice -
deal specifically with acceptance of engagement as an Auditing & Risk Assurance
independent expert especially issues of appropriateness Autumn Wollongong On Campus
of expertise, training and independence, professional Credit Points: 6
guidelines dealing with conducting an investigation, Pre-requisites: ACCY901
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documentation of the investigation and the product Co-requisites: None

of the investigation in the form of the independent Subject Description: This subject provides an
expert report. Attention will also be given to the examination of auditing and its integral role in the
experiences of practitioners in the defence of expert contemporary practice of accounting together with
reports in a court of law or similar forum. Common the legal environment which impacts upon it.
mistakes and pitfalls of acceptance of an independent
expert engagement, investigation and preparation of ACCY963 Professional Practice - Taxation
Education
an expert report and appearance as an expert witness Autumn Wollongong On Campus

will also be addressed. Materials will specifically draw Credit Points: 6
on judicial and similar reviews of the appropriate role, Pre-requisites: ACCY901
duties and obligations of the independent expert. Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject provides a detailed
ACCY958 Evidence and the examination of the relevant legislation relating to
Engineering
Forensic Accountant taxation in Australia, including Income Tax, Fringe

Spring Wollongong Modular Benefits Tax, and the Goods and Services Tax. The
Credit Points: 6 practical applications of this legislation are discussed
Pre-requisites: None and demonstrated, with examples and set problems.
Co-requisites: None
ACCY968 Insolvencies
Subject Description: This subject will focus on the

law of evidence as it applies to the forensic accountant
Credit Points: 6
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and investigator, from the inception of an investigation

through to presentation of evidence in court, including
Co-requisites: None
expert evidence. Students will explore the implications of
Subject Description: This subject deals with accounting
law for the identification of sources of evidence, collection
and legal aspects of corporate and non-corporate
of evidence and presentation of evidence in a manner
insolvencies including liquidations & receivership, and the
most suitable for the purposes of their investigation and/
use of insolvency procedures as a management strategy.
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or role in the litigation of a relevant matter. Adducing

evidence, admissibility of evidence and specific issues ACCY974 Accounting Regulation
of expert evidence will be considered. Communication Spring Wollongong On Campus
issues will be an underlying theme throughout, Credit Points: 6
specifically accountant - lawyer communication. Pre-requisites: None
ACCY959 Compliance, Assurance Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject presents an in-
and Governance depth study of the regulation of accounting practice,
Law
Spring Wollongong Modular external financial reporting and the accounting

Credit Points: 6 profession. This may include an examination of theories
Pre-requisites: None of regulation and the public interest, participants in
Co-requisites: None the regulatory process, the consequences of regulation,
Subject Description: This subject draws together the the internationalisation of accounting regulation, and
varied aspects of forensic accounting within a compliance, an historical overview of accounting regulation.
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assurance and governance framework. Students will learn

to apply this framework to develop, assess and quality ACCY985 Special Topic in Accounting-A
assure governance and social responsibility mechanisms, Autumn Wollongong On Campus
internal controls, internal communication and reporting Spring Wollongong On Campus
processes and other safeguards used by entities to ensure Credit Points: 6
Sydney Business
compliance with applicable legislation, regulations, Pre-requisites: None

policies and best practice principles. Specific compliance
School
Co-requisites: None
issues addressed will include risk assessment, international Subject Description: This subject is a special topic
anti-money laundering and tax evasion principles and to be selected from any area of financial accounting,
practices, and fraud prevention and deterrence systems. management accounting, business finance, information
systems or government accounting. The selection COMM980 Business Research Methods
would be made by the Associate Head of School, Autumn Wollongong On Campus
taking into account the expertise of academic staff, Spring Wollongong On Campus
Arts
including visiting staff, and the interest of students. Credit Points: 6
ACCY986 Special Topic in Accounting-B Co-requisites: None
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: This subject is designed to
Spring Wollongong On Campus provide research students in the Faculty of Commerce
Credit Points: 6 with a background to the methodology and practice of
Commerce
Pre-requisites: None social science research. A major goal of the subject is to
Co-requisites: None provide a ‘kick-start’ for students who are beginning,
Subject Description: This subject is a special topic or are planning to carry out their first major research
to be selected from any area of financial accounting, study on a Commerce-related topic (this would cover,
management accounting, business finance, information for example, the fields of management, marketing,
systems or government accounting. The selection employment relations, business systems, organisational
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would be made by the Associate Head of School, studies and accounting). The subject will provide
taking into account the expertise of academic staff, an introduction to philosophical underpinning of
including visiting staff, and the interest of students. social science research, the practical issues associated
with the fconduct of research (including project
ACCY993 Research Essay 1 management and research ethics), as well as an overview
of the main qualitative and quantitative methods
Credit Points: 12
used to collect and analyse social research data.
Education
Co-requisites: None ECON901 Monetary Economics
Subject Description: This subject is an Not on offer in 2010
individual program determined in consultation Credit Points: 6
with the Associate Head of School. Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
ACCY994 Research Essay 2
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Exclusions: Not to count with ECON301
Subject Description: This subject focuses on the
Credit Points: 12
monetary aspects of the macro-economy. It comprises
two parts. The first focuses on a comparison of
Co-requisites: None
the monetary transmission mechanism and policy
Subject Description: This subject is an
implications arising from the Classical, Keynesian,

individual program determined in consultation
Monetarist and New Classical theories. The second
with the Associate Head of School.
section analyses the money supply and its control,
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ACCY995 Research Project the conduct of monetary policy, money in the open
Not on offer in 2010 economy, inflation and the Australian financial system.
Credit Points: 24
ECON902 Advanced International
Co-requisites: None Monetary Economics
Informatics
Subject Description: This subject is an
individual program determined in consultation Credit Points: 6
with the Associate Head of School. Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
COMM900 Intercultural Professional Exclusions: Not to count with ECON307
Practice (Commerce) Subject Description: This subject is a study of
Not on offer in 2010 monetary aspects of international economics. It
Credit Points: 12 comprises two parts. In Part A we examine theoretical Law
Pre-requisites: None approaches to the balance of payments and exchange-

Co-requisites: None rate determination. In Part B we analyse selected
Subject Description: The objective of Intercultural issues in international monetary economics.
Professional Practice is to equip graduates with the
ECON903 Public Finance
skills and knowledge to understand and implement
the expectations of the Australian workplace both in
Credit Points: 6
Science
the workplace, recruitment process and regulatory

requirements. To achieve this the focus will be
Co-requisites: None
on developing: (1).inter cultural communication
Subject Description: This subject further develops
skills with emphasis on team work, (2).enhancing
topics encountered in the undergraduate public finance
knowledge of Australian culture as it operates within
course. Particular emphasis will be placed on issues
Sydney Business
the workplace, (3).developing communication

surrounding inter-governmental fiscal relations in a federal
skills required for the job search process and the
School
system. Questions of fiscal transfer mechanism, divisions

workplace, 4.developing skills and knowledge of
of powers and responsibilities and the equalisation
the job search process in the Australian context.
measures which might be used will be considered.

ECON904 Trade, Growth and Development economic development; poverty and inequality; population
Not on offer in 2010 growth; unemployment and rural-urban migration;
Credit Points: 6 technological change; peasant agriculture and agricultural
Arts
Pre-requisites: None productivity; human capital and development; the role of

Co-requisites: None capital; credit and institutions; as well as the international
Subject Description: The following topics will be dimensions of development and development policy.
covered: The WTO as an international organisation;
capital-skill complementarity between new investment ECON909 Econometric Theory
and technical progress; concerns about the role of Not on offer in 2010
Commerce
international trade on growth and development; the role Credit Points: 6

of multinational corporations in trade and technology Pre-requisites: None
transfers; human development, economic democracy Co-requisites: None
and shared growth; international economic institutions Subject Description: This subject deals with
(IBRD,IMF,WTO) and the national economies. Examples advanced topics in the theory and practice of
will be cited from developing and developed countries. econometrics and covers contemporary issues of model
Creative Arts
specification, estimation, testing, and forecasting. The

ECON906 History of Economic Thought subject will be based on journal articles in which
Not on offer in 2010 the current econometric issues are discussed.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None ECON910 Economics for Professionals
Exclusions: Not to count with ECON316 Spring Wollongong On Campus
Education
Subject Description: This subject is designed to Credit Points: 6

introduce students to the main developments in economic Pre-requisites: None
theory from the 17th to 20th centuries. Internal Co-requisites: None
changes in theories, relationships between successive Subject Description: This subject provides the student
theories and external influences on this development with knowledge of the essential principles of economics
will be examined. Students will be expected to read and the aspects of the economic system which are
widely in both primary and secondary sources. particularly relevant to professional accountants. The
Engineering
subject will examine key topics in microeconomics

ECON907 Cost-Benefit Analysis and international economics that are used in business
Not on offer in 2010 and managerial decision-making, focusing on how
Credit Points: 6 they influence accounting outcomes and project
Pre-requisites: None evaluations. These topics will include price theory,
Co-requisites: None cost analysis, profit determination and exchange rate

Exclusions: Not to count with ECON310 determination. The subject will also introduce students
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Subject Description: This subject involves the study to the economic perspective underlying business
of the theoretical foundations and practical techniques issues such as wage rate determination, environmental
of social cost benefit analysis (CBA). Theoretical policy, income distribution and international trade.
considerations include the study of Pareto optimality
and the Pareto criterion, the concept of a social welfare ECON911 Advanced International Economics
function, the Kaldor-Hick compensation principle, Not on offer in 2010
Informatics
theories of market failure, shadow pricing, consumer Credit Points: 6

and producer surplus, and social time preference. Pre-requisites: None
Methods of valuing benefits and costs will be studied Co-requisites: None
including the use of market values and techniques that Exclusions: Not to count with ECON216
might be used when market prices are not appropriate Subject Description: This subject is designed to
or not available (such as contingent valuation and provide an introduction to international trade theory
hedonic pricing). Alternative CBA decision criteria and international trade policy. It will examine the
will be evaluated and compared. Methods of sensitivity theory, policies, practices and institutions of relevance
Law
analysis will be studied and evaluated. Cost benefit to a country’s trade with other nations. The following
case studies will be reviewed. Spreadsheet skills will be broad issues will be considered including why nations
developed and applied to complex situations where trade with each other; the gains and losses from free
cost benefit methods are appropriate. The practical trade to the nations involved; the determination of
limitations of cost benefit analysis will be studied. the pattern of international trade and production; the
effects of various commercial policies on the nations
Science
ECON908 Advanced Topics in the involved and on the welfare of various groups within
Economics of Development those nations; how the foreign exchange market works
Not on offer in 2010 and in what ways it facilitates or impedes international
Credit Points: 6 trade; the possible effects of exchange-rate policies
Pre-requisites: None on a country’s production, employment and price
Sydney Business
Co-requisites: None level; how a country’s trade performance is linked

to its external debt and economic growth; and how
School

Subject Description: The subject provides an in-depth can trade affect the local and global environment?
analysis of economic development in both theory and
experience. Topics include economic growth versus ECON912 Labour Economics
Credit Points: 6 ECON918 Economics of Health
Pre-requisites: None and Health Care
Arts
Exclusions: Not to count with ECON308 Credit Points: 6
Subject Description: This subject studies labour Pre-requisites: None
supply, labour demand and wage rate determination in Co-requisites: None
a market-orientated economy. The subject emphases Exclusions: Not to count with ECON318 or ECON317
the development and application of economic theory Subject Description: The subject surveys economic
rather than an institutional approach to analyse labour aspects of the Australian health care system. Topics
Commerce
markets. Several areas of application are drawn from covered will include the supply and demand for
the following and analysed in some detail. The effects health services, health care delivery systems, health
of welfare programs on labour-market participation insurance, social statistics and medical decision
and hours of work; the effects of imposing a minimum making. Government policies influencing all aspects
wage in both competitive and non-competitive labour of health care will be analysed and evaluated.
markets; the theory of human capital and its use in
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explaining observed earnings differentials; an explanation ECON921 Econometric Models
for occupational wage differentials, discrimination in Not on offer in 2010
the labour market; the rationale for labour unions; the Credit Points: 6
economic impact of labour unions; and the causes of Pre-requisites: ECON221 or equivalent
unemployment. Examples relate mostly to the Australian subjects approved by Head of Discipline
and US labour markets although some comparisons Co-requisites: None
are drawn with labour markets in other countries. Exclusions: Not to count with ECON327
Education
Subject Description: This subject develops the
ECON913 Industrial Organisation foundations of econometric models. Both time series
Not on offer in 2010 analysis and simultaneous equation models will be
Credit Points: 6 studied. The subject will emphasise suitable model
Pre-requisites: None building with economic content, obtaining estimates
Co-requisites: None with desirable properties, testing procedures, model
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evaluation and selection, and the application of
Subject Description: This subject provides the econometric models. Examples from current Australian
theoretical basis for the analysis of firm structure, econometric models will be critically examined.
conduct and performance. It focuses on issues related
to the implementation of competitive policy from ECON924 International Economic Relations
both national and international perspectives. Not on offer in 2010

Credit Points: 6
ECON915 Electronic Commerce and the Pre-requisites: None
Sciences
Economics of Information Co-requisites: None
Spring Wollongong On Campus Exclusions: Not to count with INTR920 and ECON982
Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: The subject will examine
Pre-requisites: None policy issues in the international economy, especially
Co-requisites: None as they affect the Asia-Pacific region. The role of
Exclusions: Not to count with ECON319 international economic organisations such as the
Informatics
Subject Description: This subject analyses the impact IMF, World Bank, and GATT will be emphasised
of electronic commerce on the markets for consumer as well as issues such as free trade, protectionism,
goods and services and factors of production. Reasons exchange rate determination and international capital
for the dramatic increase in the use of electronic flows. Options available to individual countries for
commerce and its effects on consumers, business firms international economic policy will be explored.
and the wider community will be explored. Special
attention will be given to the implications for small ECON927 Innovation and Technology
and medium-sized firms and the impact of electronic in the New Economy
Law
commerce on the globalisation of markets. The subject Not on offer in 2010

develops the theory of the economics of information, Credit Points: 6
technology and transaction costs and investigates the Pre-requisites: None
role and value of information in decision making. Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: Not to count with ECON227 or ECON229
ECON916 Economics of Education,
Science
Subject Description: This subject provides economic

Health and Welfare conceptual frameworks in which to think systematically
Not on offer in 2010 about the economy, technology, innovation and related
Credit Points: 6 policy issues. The course does not include theory for the
Pre-requisites: None theory’s sake, but presents and uses theoretical tools as a
Co-requisites: None means to the end of gaining better understanding of the
Sydney Business
Exclusions: Not to count with ECON315 role of innovation-related policy issues in the context
School
Subject Description: Several areas of microeconomic of a creative economy. Although the concepts and tools
theory will be selected for advanced treatment. developed are relevant to all countries, special attention
Within each topic contemporary applications will be will be given to Australian and other OECD economies.
explored after the development of a theoretical base.

ECON933 Conflict and Cooperation ECON938 Environmental Economics
Not on offer in 2010 Not on offer in 2010
Arts
Pre-requisites: ECON111 and ECON122 Pre-requisites: None

Exclusions: Not to count with ECON333 Exclusions: Not to count with ECON309
Subject Description: This subject provides study of Subject Description: This subject will provide
advanced topics in game theory. The subject builds on a comprehensive analysis of environmental issues
traditional analytical techniques in economics based utilising the theory of economic externalities and
Commerce
on assumptions of certainty and competitive markets. the theory of ecologically sustainable development.
Using game theory, the analysis is extended to settings Methods used to correct environmental problems and
that traditional economic analysis is unable to cope to measure externalities will be analysed. The subject
with. These typically involve incorporating risk and will also evaluate environmental policies in Australia,
uncertainty, asymmetric and incomplete information and developing countries and in the international economy.
strategic situations where the assumptions of competitive
Creative Arts
markets do not apply. The emphasis is on theoretical ECON939 Quantitative Economic Analysis
developments and the application of the central tools Autumn Wollongong On Campus
of game theory to real world problems of business and Credit Points: 6
economics involving strategic interactions between parties. Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
ECON935 Advanced Managerial Economics Exclusions: Not to count with ECON221
and Operations Research Subject Description: This subject develops the
Education
Not on offer in 2010 fundamental concepts of econometrics used in applied

Credit Points: 6 economic work in the academic, business and government
Pre-requisites: None sectors. The subject covers the standard and non-standard
Co-requisites: None econometric models based on time series, cross-section
Exclusions: Not to count with ECON332 and qualitative data. Emphasis will be on applications of
Subject Description: This subject provides study of the econometric methodologies to empirical research.
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advanced quantitative techniques applicable to economic

and managerial decision-making. This subject covers a ECON940 Statistics for Decision Making
wide range of quantitative analyses such as forecasting Spring Wollongong On Campus
techniques, Bayesian analysis, Markov process models, Credit Points: 6
PERT, CPM and specialised network algorithms, risk Pre-requisites: None
preference analysis, transportation and assignment Co-requisites: None
models and quadratic and nonlinear programming. Subject Description: This subject develops
principles of descriptive and inferential statistics, and
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ECON936 Graduate Macroeconomics their applications in the business environment. A

Not on offer in 2010 foundation of descriptive statistics and probability is
Credit Points: 6 first developed, followed by discussion of the concepts
Pre-requisites: None and principles of statistical inference. Several topics
Co-requisites: None in statistical inference are then examined including
Exclusions: Not to count with ECON205 confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, statistical quality
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Subject Description: This subject analyses the control, regression analysis and forecasting. Case studies
major factors which determine macroeconomic are used to demonstrate the application of statistical
behaviour and associated policy prescriptions. The methodology to aid business decision making.
effects of consumption and investment, international
factors, monetary and fiscal policies on aggregate ECON941 Advanced Topics in Economics - A
demand are examined. The determination of Autumn Wollongong On Campus
wages and prices, inflation and unemployment are Spring Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 6
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also considered in terms of aggregate supply.

ECON937 Graduate Microeconomics Co-requisites: None
Not on offer in 2010 Subject Description: Topics for this subject may be
Credit Points: 6 drawn from any area of economics which the Head of the
Pre-requisites: None Discipline considers to be suitable preparation for a higher
Co-requisites: None degree and appropriate to the student’s special interests.
Science
Subject Description: This subject provides study of

the demand for, and the supply of, goods and services, ECON942 Advanced Topics in Economics-B
and price determination in a market-orientated Autumn Wollongong On Campus
economy. This subject develops, from its axiomatic Spring Wollongong On Campus
foundations, the economic theory of consumer choice Credit Points: 6
Sydney Business
and market demand, and the economic theory of the Pre-requisites: None
School
firm and market supply. The subject provides students Co-requisites: None
with a strong foundation in microeconomic theory Subject Description: Topics for this subject may be
in order to facilitate further post-graduate study in
both theoretical and applied fields of economics.
drawn from any area of economics which the Head of the as well as issues such as free trade, protectionism,
Discipline considers to be suitable preparation for a higher exchange rate determination and international capital
degree and appropriate to the student’s special interests. flows. Options available to individual countries for
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international economic policy will be explored.
ECON943 Advanced Topics in Economics - C
Autumn Wollongong On Campus ECON983 Trade and Industry in East Asia
Spring Wollongong On Campus Not on offer in 2010
Commerce
Subject Description: Topics for this subject may be Exclusions: Not to count with ECON251
drawn from any area of economics which the Head of the Subject Description: This subject studies the
Discipline considers to be suitable preparation for a higher neo-classical, structuralist and culturalists views on
degree and appropriate to the student’s special interests. industrialisation in Asia using country specific examples.
It examines trade and industry policy, investment flows,
ECON944 Smalls Firms and the Economy
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economic integration and the international monetary
Not on offer in 2010 system. The causes of Asian growth and meltdown
Credit Points: 6 are analysed. The strategies to overcome the main
Pre-requisites: ECON910 economic problems and the recent developments
Co-requisites: None in the Asia-Pacific region are emphasised.
Subject Description: This subject will provide
students with a solid foundation for understanding ECON984 Financial Economics
Education
the role and contribution of small firms to the
contemporary Australian economy, at both the national Credit Points: 6
and regional levels. Key topics to be discussed will Pre-requisites: None
include: why small firms exist; the role and importance Co-requisites: None
of entrepreneurship; the contribution of e-commerce, Exclusions: Not to count with ECON331
the role of networking and innovation in small firm Subject Description: This subject provides advanced
competitiveness; small firms and their contribution study of the theory of efficient acquisition, financing
Engineering
to regional development; small firms and the global and composition of assets and production activities
economy; public policy and small firm development; and with applications in the fields of economics of the firm,
small firm development strategies in other countries. agricultural economics and international economics.
Optimal control methods and phase-plane diagrams
ECON945 Regional Development are used for analysing efficient trajectories of capital

Not on offer in 2010 investment and borrowing. Investors’ portfolio choices
Credit Points: 6 and producers’ activity sets will be analysed within a
Sciences
Pre-requisites: ECON910 mean-variance expected utility maximisation framework.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject will provide ECON991 Project
students with a solid understanding of the essential Autumn Wollongong On Campus
factors affecting the development of rural and regional Spring Wollongong On Campus
economies in modern economies and introduce them Credit Points: 12
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to the tools available to analyse these developments. Pre-requisites: None
This will involve an analysis of the industrial structure Co-requisites: None
of regional economies, the importance of various
types of agglomeration economies, and the role of ECON992 Research Report
information transmission. The basic methodologies Autumn Wollongong On Campus
used to analyse the regional economic base and Spring Wollongong On Campus
specialisation industries will be taught and students will Credit Points: 24
be introduced to the more complex techniques also Pre-requisites: None
Law
available. The interaction of regional economies with Co-requisites: None

international markets will be emphasised, including
mechanisms available to regional firms to improve ECON993 Thesis
their export performance. Government support Autumn Wollongong On Campus
programs available to regional firms will be discussed. Spring Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 48
Science
ECON982 International Economic Relations Pre-requisites: None

Not on offer in 2010 Co-requisites: None
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None ECON996 Advanced Macroeconomic Theory
Sydney Business
Exclusions: Not to count with ECON924 or INTR920 Credit Points: 6

Subject Description: The subject will examine Pre-requisites: None
School
policy issues in the international economy, especially Co-requisites: None

as they affect the Asia-Pacific region. The role of Subject Description: The subject attempts a critical
international economic organisations such as the review of advanced contemporary macroeconomic
IMF, World Bank, and GATT will be emphasised theories and their policy prescriptions. In doing so the

subject stresses the need to consider four important as shares, bonds and futures rather than on real assets.
concepts, namely the international orientation Particular subjects covered include portfolio choice,
of macroeconomics, the role of expectations and allocations of investments between risky and riskless
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their formation, the importance of dynamics and assets, the term structure of interest rates, asset pricing
speeds of adjustments and finally, the difficulty of models, options pricing and hedging with derivatives.
formulating and implementing consistent, optimal
macroeconomic policy in a changing world. FIN 923 Portfolio Management
ECON997 Advanced Microeconomic Theory Credit Points: 6
Commerce
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Pre-requisites: None

Pre-requisites: None Exclusions: Not to count with ACCY923
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject examines advanced
Subject Description: The subject provides a bridge topics in the modern theory of optimal investment
between microeconomics at the undergraduate level decision-making, portfolio theory, capital and derivative
Creative Arts
and microeconomics in a good-quality PhD program. markets. The subject explores several major areas of
The subject extends and deepens the student’s interest including market efficiency models in valuing
understanding of the theory of consumer behaviour portfolios and securities, bond analysis, portfolio
and the theory of the firm and covers some new management and performance evaluation. The subject
topics such as economic behaviour under conditions provides a theoretical framework within which all
of uncertainty and the economics of information. derivative securities can be valued and hedged and
also examines the way in which they are traded.
FIN 920 Advanced Risk and Insurance
Education
Spring Wollongong On Campus FIN 924 Financial Statement

Credit Points: 6 Analysis For Business
Pre-requisites: None Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Subject Description: This subject deals with the Pre-requisites: None
concepts and technical description of risk, risk attitudes Co-requisites: None
Engineering
and preferences, and insurance. Conceptual models and Exclusions: Not to count with ACCY924
tools discussed include those used to protect against Subject Description: This subject examines the
portfolio risk in investments, other financial risks, such framework for financial statement analysis with discussion
as exchange rate risk, and more general corporate risks, of the role of accounting information and intermediaries.
like regulatory risk. Specific risk management tools Emphasis is on the appraisal and prediction of corporate
are learned by way of hypothetical application. These financial performance from publicly available information
include share portfolio insurance using derivatives and such as accounting numbers, industry and economic
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hedging against currency exchange rate and interest statistics as well as other stock market data. Cases and
rate movements in spot and derivative markets. problems are gradually introduced, provoking an analytical
and creative thinking process ending with the evaluation
FIN 921 Managerial Finance and preparation of appropriate business strategies.
Spring Wollongong On Campus FIN 925 Banking Theory and Practice
Informatics

Exclusions: Not to count with ACCY921 and TBS 907 Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject presents the tools Exclusions: Not to count with ACCY925
necessary for any finance professional, with an emphasis Subject Description: This subject examines
upon the management decision matrix and recognition bank management theory as applied to the practice
of the professionalism necessary in modern industry of bank operations within the banking sector. It
Law
contexts. Specific topics include financial ratio analysis, entails comprehensive discussion on issues that are
capital budgeting, long-term financial planning, current commonly involved within the banking environment
asset management, risk and return, investment decisions, such as the regulatory structure, risk management,
financial policy and capital structure decisions, investment commercial and consumer lending, capital adequacy
valuation, basic derivatives, and mergers and acquisitions. analysis, banking financial futures and forwards, the
cheque clearing system and the latest information
Science
FIN 922 Investment Management technology within the banking world.

Credit Points: 6 FIN 926 Advanced Managerial Finance
Pre-requisites: None Spring Wollongong On Campus
Sydney Business
Exclusions: Not to count with ACCY922 Pre-requisites: None

Subject Description: This subject is about the tools and
School
Co-requisites: None
logical frameworks with which decision makers choose Exclusions: Not to count with ACCY926
their investments in a world characterised by uncertainty Subject Description: This subject examines advanced
(risk). Emphasis is on investment in financial assets such aspects of financial controllership and corporate finance
within the contemporary business environment. The Subject Description: This subject examines the bank’s
subject first analyses the impact of less-than-ideal capital lending process and the securities associated with it.
markets, information asymmetries and principal-agent The subject includes comprehensive discussion on issues
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conflicts on practical decision-making in the firm. concerning lending within the banking environment,
It then investigates several specialised areas receiving including regulation of security offerings, principles of
increased scrutiny from corporate stakeholders including good lending, documents involved in lending, lending and
financial distress and restructuring, corporate governance, the consumer credit code, new developments in lending
organisational architecture and risk management, debt and securities and their impact on the banking sector.
and equity strategies, and mergers and acquisitions
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FIN 957 Portfolio Simulation
FIN 927 Entrepreneurial Finance Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Not on offer in 2010 Credit Points: 6
Credit Points: 6 Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject provides students
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Exclusions: Not to count with ACCY927 with realistic stock market simulations and they are
Subject Description: This subject deals with the able to trade shares, options, bonds, managed funds,
financial management tools and techniques appropriate for and international stocks. The core of the subject is in
small and medium-sized business enterprises. It includes the construction and administration of a simulated
study of potential investors and their mindset at various investment portfolio using online method. Students
stages in the firm’s life cycle, thus covering sources, are introduced to financial markets, order placement
uses and management of funds from pre-purchase to techniques, trading strategies and portfolio theory.
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public listing. A case study approach is employed. Issues Students experience the pressure of live markets and
addressed include valuation, performance measurement, learn how to manage a portfolio. The subject bridges
obtaining and organising finance, financial planning, classroom theory with real-world practical experience.
and cost of financial capital and exit strategies.
FIN 987 Special Topic in Finance
FIN 928 Multinational Financial Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Management Spring Wollongong On Campus
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Spring Wollongong On Campus Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None Exclusions: Not to count with ACCY987
Exclusions: Not to count with ACCY928 Subject Description: This subject provides an

Subject Description: This subject examines opportunity for students to study a topic of interest
international finance and investment from the within the theory and application of finance. The
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perspective of the multinational corporation. Topics program of study comprises a combination of
studied include various aspects of the international coursework and/or research with subject objectives and
monetary system, the Euromarkets, foreign exchange assessment approved by the Associate Head of School.
markets, internal and external exposure management
techniques, currency futures and options, swaps, FIN 993 Research Essay 1
financing multinational corporation investment, Not on offer in 2010
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multinational corporation investment decision making, Credit Points: 12
political risk analysis and international taxation. Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
FIN 955 International Banking Subject Description: In this subject, students
Spring Wollongong On Campus are required to undertake research into a topic of
Credit Points: 6 their choice, subject to approval by the Associate
Pre-requisites: None Head of School. The topic is completed under the
Co-requisites: None supervision of an individual member of staff and
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Exclusions: Not to count with ACCY955 culminates in the production of a research essay.
Subject Description: The global impact of banking
is the focus of this subject. The subject incorporates FIN 994 Research Essay 2
comprehensive discussion of issues that commonly arise Not on offer in 2010
in the international banking environment. These include Credit Points: 12
the development of the international monetary system, Pre-requisites: None
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the deregulation of banking, methods of payment in Co-requisites: None

international trade, foreign exchange markets, international Subject Description: This subject provides students
lending and developments of new technology. with an opportunity to extend and synthesise
knowledge from their study of finance into a major
FIN 956 Bank Lending and Securities research study, subject to approval by the Associate
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Spring Wollongong On Campus Head of School. The subject is particularly designed to

Credit Points: 6 enable students to develop their research potential.
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Co-requisites: None FIN 995 Research Project
Exclusions: Not to count with ACCY956 Not on offer in 2010
Credit Points: 24

Pre-requisites: None subject will use a case-study approach to teaching the key
Co-requisites: None concepts and skills of social marketing, drawing on current
Subject Description: This subject provides students and historic Australian and international campaigns.
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with an opportunity to extend and synthesise knowledge

from their study of finance into a significant research MARK922 Marketing Management
study, subject to approval by the Associate Head of Autumn Wollongong On Campus
School. The subject is particularly designed to enable Spring Wollongong On Campus
students to significantly develop their research potential. Credit Points: 6
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MARK901 Internet Applications Co-requisites: None

for Marketing Exclusions: WBS904
Spring Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: This is the introductory
Credit Points: 6 postgraduate Marketing subject. It examines the
Pre-requisites: None contemporary view of marketing and focuses on the
Co-requisites: None following areas: identification of market opportunities,
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Subject Description: The issues facing buyers and segmentation and target marketing, marketing mix
sellers online will be applied to marketing subject areas decisions, service marketing and international marketing.
like relationships, community and customer information
systems as well as the basic 4P’s of marketing. The MARK935 Marketing Strategy
focus will be at a people and process level to get an Spring Wollongong On Campus
understanding of what happens in organisations. Internet Credit Points: 6
applications are reviewed from the perspective of value Pre-requisites: None
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that electronic networks and data processing can bring to Co-requisites: None
areas of marketing practice. The underlying theme across Subject Description: With the use of case studies, this
all areas is how value is added to create overall customer subject will examine the development and implementation
satisfaction in the different areas of marketing practice. of marketing plans and strategies at the organisational
level. Key issues may include: marketing’s strategic role
MARK917 Business to Business Marketing in the organisation, marketing strategy and competitive
Autumn Wollongong On Campus advantage, including marketing mix strategies, marketing
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Credit Points: 6 strategy formulation, implementation and control.

Co-requisites: None MARK936 Consumer Behaviour
Subject Description: This subject will give students an Autumn Wollongong On Campus
appreciation of the differences between organisational and Credit Points: 6
consumer customers. Organisation buying practices are Pre-requisites: None

different from the processes of consumers and as a result Co-requisites: None
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marketing strategy and operations have distinctly different Subject Description: The subject will explore the
imperatives. With a much higher level of rationality in motives of consumers during the purchase of products and
decision making, there is a far greater focus on product services. It will investigate sociological and psychological
management and innovation as a source of competitive concepts as they specifically apply to the behaviour of
advantage. There is also a far greater focus on logistics and consumers in order to learn how to make more effective
distribution functions as reliability of supply is a key need marketing decisions. In addition to a required text that will
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of customers, particularly when product delivery has to be used to understand the theory, readings and case studies
interface directly with customer operations. The central will be assigned for practical application of the concepts.
role of personal selling in the promotional mix is also dealt
with in depth as it is critically important in generating MARK938 Managing Services and
sales and maintaining relationships with customers. Relationship Marketing
MARK920 Social Marketing Credit Points: 6
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Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: The aim of the subject is
Co-requisites: None to introduce the graduate student to a theoretical
Subject Description: Unlike commercial marketing and practical perspective of the service industry, its
which seeks to simply change purchasing patterns, social marketing implications, and managing buyer-seller
marketing seeks to change strongly ingrained behaviour relationships. The subject is intended for students who
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or firmly held beliefs in a manner that benefits individuals are interested in how to cope with service competition
and society at large. Examples of social marketing in a customer-oriented manner. The subject will not
include campaigns to reduce or prevent smoking, alcohol only deal with issues relating to managing customers in
consumption, drug use, domestic violence and unsafe service firms, but is equally intended for manufacturers
driving. This subject examines how to design a step- of physical goods operating in business-to-business or
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by-step program that will move the target audience consumer markets because the importance of service
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from indifference to action and ultimately maintenance. to success is constantly growing for such firms. Because
This is achieved by applying marketing techniques and services and relationships are interrelated, the subject
concepts to the solution of various social problems. This will deal with customer relationship management and
relationship marketing as well as services management.
MARK940 Marketing Communications Pre-requisites: None
Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: This course involves organising
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Pre-requisites: None and planning the company’s overall personal selling efforts
Co-requisites: None and integrating these efforts with the other elements
Subject Description: This subject will provide of the firm’s marketing strategy. It also includes the
both a theoretical and a practical perspective on selecting of appropriate sales personnel and designing and
Marketing Communications and Promotion Strategy. implementing policies and procedures that will direct
Students will learn to use communication tools such their efforts towards the firm’s desired objectives. The
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as advertising, sales promotion, point-of-purchase final part of the course involves developing procedures for
materials, sponsorship programs and publicity, to monitoring and evaluating sales force performance so that
optimise intervention on organisational issues adjustments can be made to either the sales program or
its implementation when performance is unsatisfactory.
MARK954 Special Topic in Marketing A
Autumn Wollongong On Campus MARK970 Contemporary Issues in Marketing
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Subject Description: A special topic selected Subject Description: This course will focus
from any area of marketing. The selection would on advanced topics in marketing and strategic
be made by the Head of the Discipline, taking into issues relating to marketing. Emphasis will be
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account the expertise of academic staff, including placed on reviewing contemporary readings in the
visiting staff, and the interest of students. academic and professional literature, together with
a focus on practical issues affecting marketing
MARK956 Creating and Marketing
MARK977 Research For Marketing Decisions
New Products
Credit Points: 6
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Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject focuses on the role
Subject Description: This subject approaches the
& practice of marketing research in marketing. Marketing
management of new products from the perspective of
research can be defined as the systematic collection,
the Marketing function. Taking a holistic view of new

analysis and interpretation of data about market-
product development and introduction, it covers the
related and other consumer behaviour, using research
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organisation and management of processes across the
methods derived from the behavioural & social sciences.
product life cycle with an emphasis on the role that
Marketing research is an important means through which
Marketing plays in these. The key elements here are:
all types of organisations can obtain reliable and valid
identifying opportunities and generating new product
information about their markets, customers or clients
concepts, obtaining customer inputs throughout
in order to inform their marketing-related decisions.
the product cycle, developing an effective product
This subject will provide an overview of marketing
innovation strategy, the test marketing of new products,
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research as an applied practice and will emphasize the
developing marketing strategies (including pricing) for
practical aspects of doing research to meet client needs.
new products, and managing new product launches.
It will cover the marketing research process beginning
MARK957 International Marketing Strategy with client consultation and research design, as well as
Autumn Wollongong On Campus datacollection, data analysis and report preparation.
Credit Points: 6
MARK989 Marketing Special topic
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Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject will present Spring Wollongong On Campus
various concepts and tools for analysing international Credit Points: 12
marketing strategies, and evaluating the marketplace Pre-requisites: None
(competitors, external environment: cultural, economic, Co-requisites: None
technological, political/legal, marketing opportunities, Subject Description: A program of coursework and
reading as prescribed by the Head of School. This subject
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etc.) Specifically, the focus will be on developing,

evaluating and implementing international marketing is normally available only to MCom(Honours) students.
strategy at the corporate, regional and local levels. MARK990 Minor Thesis
By learning the theory and practice, the student will
obtain a good conceptual understanding of the field
of international marketing as well as become firmly Spring Wollongong On Campus
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grounded in the realities of the global marketplace. Credit Points: 24

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MARK959 Sales Management Co-requisites: None

Credit Points: 6

MARK991 Major Thesis and learning system capacities of the organisation to cope
Annual Wollongong On Campus with a rapid change, customer focused environment.
Credit Points: 48 The concept of the Learning Organisation will be
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Pre-requisites: None developed through the perspective of the HRD policies

Co-requisites: None and actions required to develop and change organisations
through their human capital and capabilities
MARK995 Tourism Marketing
Spring Wollongong On Campus MGMT910 Strategic Management
Credit Points: 6 Spring Wollongong On Campus
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Subject Description: This subject introduces, discusses Co-requisites: None
and analyses issues unique to the marketing of tourism Subject Description: This subject introduces students
products. The focus of this subject is the application of to theories, concepts and practical issues associated with
marketing principles and theory in the development the strategic management. Topics examined include
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of strategic marketing plans for tourism products. The strategy formulation, choice and implementation;
application of strategic tourism marketing planning to strategy and structure and the organisational context;
the destination, accommodation and tour operator sectors industry analysis; strategy and competitive advantage.
of the tourism industry at the regional, national and
international level are critically analysed. In addition, the MGMT911 Organisational Behaviour
subject identifies and discusses contemporary issues in Spring Wollongong On Campus
tourism marketing including the impact of e-commerce, Credit Points: 6
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database marketing and environmental based tourism. Pre-requisites: None

Co-requisites: None
MARK997 Retail Marketing Management Subject Description: This subject presents and
Autumn Wollongong On Campus discusses major theories and concepts in organisational
Credit Points: 6 behaviour, with a view to using this knowledge to
Pre-requisites: None enhance management and leadership skills. The main
Co-requisites: None topics for discussion include: diversity, communication,
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Subject Description: This subject will include a conflict, motivation, job design, groups, teamwork,
background to retailing, the scope of retailing, retailing culture, leadership, decisionmaking, power, politics
strategies, merchandise and store management. Particular and ethics. There will be an emphasis on case
emphasis will be placed on case analysis in order to bring study analysis and skill development exercises.
as much of the real world as possible into the classroom.
MGMT915 Management of Change
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Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject analyses how
Co-requisites: None managers can conceptualise and lead the process
Subject Description: This subject provides an overview of organisational change. Issues under discussion
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of the principles of management, viewed in the context will be: organisational change theories and
of western management literature. Students also develop models; forces for change; resistance to change;
competence in a range of academic skills at tertiary coping with change; recognising, diagnosing,
level. Chief management topics include: Management planning and implementing change; organisational
theories; The external environment, ethics and corporate development; contingency approaches to change;
social responsibility; The internal environment and and aspects of cultural change management.
organisational culture; Managing diversity; Strategy and
structure; Leadership, Motivation; Managing information; MGMT920 Organisational Analysis
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Decision making; Managing people; Managing in a Autumn Wollongong On Campus

global environment. Chief academic skills topics include: Credit Points: 6
Locating academic material; Referencing and use of Pre-requisites: None
other people’s intellectual property; Summarising journal Co-requisites: None
articles - what is important? Identifying the problem Subject Description: This subject provides students
in a management case; Writing a research report. with an understanding of the main theoretical frameworks
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and conceptual tools used to analyse organisations. The

MGMT908 Human Resources Development subject approaches organisational analysis using four
Autumn Wollongong On Campus perspectives: bureaucratic, contingency, political, and
Credit Points: 6 cultural. Emphasis is placed on understanding the basis
Pre-requisites: None in theory and metaphorical roots of each perspective,
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Co-requisites: None as the foundation for using a multiple perspectives

approach to identify the key dynamics of organisations.
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Subject Description: This subject provides an

advanced perspective on the use of Human Resource
Development (HRD) in enhancing the competitive
advantage of organisations, by building up the intellectual
MGMT930 Strategic Human Resource of performance management, which is defined as an
Management ongoing communication process that involves both the
Autumn Wollongong On Campus performance manager and employee. Key aspects of this
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Credit Points: 6 process are examined. Topics include: identifying and
Pre-requisites: None describing essential job functions and relating them to
Co-requisites: None the mission and goals of the organisation; developing
Subject Description: This subject examines performance standards; giving and receiving feedback
strategic management concepts and frameworks, and about performance; writing and communicating
explores the links between strategic management constructive performance evaluations, and planning
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and human resource management. A number of education and development activities to maintain and
models of strategic HRM are considered, in terms improve or build on employee work performance.
of their theoretical foundations and practical utility. MGMT953 Human Resource Management
The overall focus is on using the conceptual and Not on offer in 2010
analytical frameworks of strategic HRM to develop Credit Points: 6
and implement effective human resource strategies.
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MGMT940 Innovation and Entrepreneurship Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Gives students a critical
introduction to broad subject of Human Resource
Credit Points: 6
Management (HRM) and to examine in detail some
of the specific strategic, theoretical and practical issues.
Co-requisites: None
Under the broad rubric of HRM there are a number of
Subject Description: True Entrepreneurship and
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competing perspectives, view and voices. This subject
Innovation are key to the future economic development
will not privilege one model over another. Rather, it will
in many nations. This subject investigates the Innovation
present some of these competing views in a manner that
and Entrepreneurial processes, including New Venture
will require individual students to exercise their critical
Creation (small firms) and Intrapreneurship (established
faculties and develop their own, theoretically informed,
firms). Students will learn how to differentiate between
approach to the practical management of human resources.
a good idea and a real business opportunity. A key part
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of this subject is the development of a realistic written MGMT963 Management of Occupational
business plan for an innovative business opportunity and its
presentation via an action learning process utilising teams. Health and Safety
MGMT941 Small Business Management I Credit Points: 6

Subject Description: This subject examines issues
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Co-requisites: None associated with the establishment of programs for
Subject Description: The smaller enterprise is the effective management of Occupational Health
becoming increasingly important to the economic and Safety. Topics include: the regulatory context,
well being of many nations. This subject has both OHS management systems, benefit-cost analysis, the
a theoretical and practical focus by giving students impact of work organisation, culture and change on
an opportunity to develop their awareness and OHS, multidisciplinary perspectives, technical and
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understanding of the key factors in successfully motivational factors, the role of the specialist, OHS
starting, operating and growing a SME. Detailed employee involvement, and training and development.
investigation of realistic SME scenarios as well as the
growth area of franchising is undertaken by students. MGMT969 Job Analysis, Recruitment
& Selection
MGMT946 Personal Learning: The Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Reflective Manager Credit Points: 6 Law
Not on offer in 2010 Pre-requisites: None
Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject examines
Co-requisites: None contemporary issues and theory related to the
Subject Description: This subject covers a range of environment and processes of organisational entry,
theories and skills to assist the manager in developing involving the key phases of job analysis, recruitment,
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their capacities as a ‘reflective’ practitioner. Topics include: selection and socialisation. Traditional recruitment
personality types; interpersonal psychology; perceptions strategies are assessed from the perspective of the
of self and others; risk perception and locus of control; organisation and the individual in light of contemporary
issues of ethics, guilt, shame and responsibility theoretical developments. A range of personnel selection
techniques is examined in relation to issues of reliability,
MGMT949 Performance Management validity, fairness and applicability. In addition, there
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Spring Wollongong On Campus will be a focus on major challenges faced in these

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Credit Points: 6 processes in the light of rapidly changing technologies

Pre-requisites: None and globalisation. Organisational entry processes will be
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject examines the area

critically evaluated in the context of differing cultural Subject Description: Approved program of study
expectations and practices. A range of practical skills in agreed with the Head of Discipline for Management
recruitment and selection processes will also be developed.
MGMT990 Minor Thesis
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MGMT975 Negotiation Advocacy Annual Wollongong On Campus

and Bargaining Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Not on offer in 2010 Spring Wollongong On Campus
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Exclusions: Not to count with ECON975 Subject Description: Approved program of
Subject Description: The subject develops concepts study agreed with the Head of the Department
and techniques for the choice and evaluation of strategies of Management or Course Director.
and tactics in collective bargaining and advocacy. Much
of the subject will involve case studies and role playing. MGMT991 Major Thesis
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Annual Wollongong On Campus

MGMT978 Cross Cultural Management Credit Points: 48
Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: Approved program
Co-requisites: None of study agreed with the Head of Discipline
Subject Description: The subject addresses key for Management Course Director.
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issues and problems associated with managing across

cultural boundaries in a context of increasing global PRMM901 Corporate Identity and Branding
contact. Topics include: cross cultural communication, Spring Wollongong On Campus
technology, comparative management practices, managing Credit Points: 6
with multicultural policies, and the challenges cultural Pre-requisites: None
differences posed for international/global managers. Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Brands are intangible assets that
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MGMT983 Leading Organisations: Politics, communicate organizational strategies and value systems.
Power and Change Agency This subject will provide students with an understanding
Not on offer in 2010 of the role of corporate identities and brands in
Credit Points: 6 maximising corporate reputation and shareholder value.
Pre-requisites: None The focus will be on analysing successful corporate
Co-requisites: None identity and brand strategies and applying lessons to

Subject Description: This subject provides students contemporary brand challenges. Students will learn
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with the ability to reflect upon and improve their conceptual frameworks for creating and managing
capacity to act effectively as an innovator and change corporate identities and brands and develop appropriate
agent. It introduces students to the nature of power strategies for planning, communicating, implementing
and politics in organisations, how this dimension of and evaluating brand systems and brand equity.
organisational life impacts upon individual careers
and organisational success, commonly recommended PRMM902 Interactive Public Relations
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approaches and techniques for managing politics, Autumn Wollongong On Campus

and the personal and ethical issues involved in either Credit Points: 6
participating in or abstaining from politics. The subject Pre-requisites: None
reviews current management research on organisational Co-requisites: None
politics and change management, and provides checklists, Subject Description: An integrated approach
case studies, guidelines and exercises for improving is adopted to provide students with knowledge of
the students practical knowledge and experience. communication concepts and the public relations
campaign strategies associated with traditional and new
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MGMT986 Special Topics A media: from interpersonal comunication to interactive

Autumn Wollongong On Campus technologies. Students will learn how to plan public
Spring Wollongong On Campus relations, sponsorship, donor and media campaigns;
Credit Points: 6 manage issues and crises; and resolve ethical dilemmas.
Pre-requisites: None This subject will focus, in particular, on the interpersonal
Co-requisites: None and organisational communication strategies and
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Subject Description: Approved program of study agreed tactics required for a range of new media technologies,
with the Head of the Department of Management including blogs, wikis and social networking sites
MGMT987 Management Special Topic PRMM903 Public Relations for

Annual Wollongong On Campus Innovation and Change
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Autumn Wollongong On Campus Spring Wollongong On Campus

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Co-requisites: None Subject Description: The aim of this subject is
to provide students with a critical understanding of
public relations strategies and relationship management
processes. It will examine how public relations can
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strengthen and add value to innovation and change-
related communication practices such as launching
businesses and products, communicating change
during mergers and acquisitions, and inspiring social
innovation. Key topics covered include: strategies for
encouraging innovation, communicating and responding
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to change, persuasion and publicity, the strategic design
of meanings, and collaborative decision making.
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Faculty of Creative Arts
Arts
Member Units
School of Art and Design
· Visual Arts
· Graphic Design
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· Media Arts
School of Journalism and Creative Writing
· Journalism
· Creative Writing
School of Music and Drama
Creative Arts
· Performance (Theatre)
· Sound - Composition and Production
Courses Offered
Research
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Journalism)
Doctor of Creative Arts
Master of Arts – Research
Master of Arts – Research (Journalism)
Master of Creative Arts – Research
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Coursework
Master of Creative Arts
Graduate Certificate in Journalism
Graduate Certificate in Broadcast Journalism

Master of Journalism
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Master of Journalism Advanced
Graduate Certificate in Professional Writing
Master of Professional Writing
Master of Professional Writing Advanced
Information about academic staff, exhibitions, performances, Artists in Residence and other research and postgraduate
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matters is available on the Faculty of Creative Arts website at: www.uow.edu.au/crearts
International - www.uow.edu.au/student/finances/UOW008306.html
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Abbreviation: PhD
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Home Faculty: Faculty of Creative Arts

Delivery Mode: Supervised individual research/creative project
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Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy is for those individuals with a track record of high-level professional or academic experience
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who wish to extend their practice within a scholarly context.

The Doctor of Philosophy is based on submission of a thesis in a scholarly field or a combination of scholarly thesis or
exegesis and creative work presentation. The course is intended for scholars or artist-scholars who have a solid academic
and/or artistic background and who wish to develop either or both fields to a doctoral level. Such candidates may have
limited artistic experience, but should demonstrate high levels of promise and an appropriate standard of preparation.
Assessment is by two external examiners.
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It may be possible for individuals with appropriate expertise to undertake studies that involve more than one discipline
area. Interested applicants should contact the Faculty’s Professional Officer.

Applicants should have an Honours Bachelor degree of at least four years duration in an appropriate discipline at Class
II, Division 1 or higher or equivalent qualifications. Applicants wishing to submit a combination of thesis and creative
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work should demonstrate that both their academic and artistic backgrounds equate with the above minimum standard.
Applicants without a solid scholarly research background deemed sufficient may be required to undertake up to 24 credit
points of coursework before commencing work on their thesis or may be required to commence their enrolment in the
Master of Arts – Research and seek transfer to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) when they achieve a suitable standard.
It is important that applicants submit adequate material to demonstrate the quality and standing of their work.
Course Requirements
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Students enrol in THES924 Thesis (full-time) or THES912 Thesis (part-time).

Submission will be in the form of:
· scholarly thesis (100%); or
· scholarly thesis or exegesis (50%) combined with creative work (50%).
The submission for the PhD will normally be a thesis in the range of 60,000 to 90,000 words, or an equivalent workload
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where submission is by thesis or exegesis and creative work. The exact nature of each submission will vary according
to the student’s educational and professional background and will be negotiated in consultation with the supervisor(s)
and the Head of Postgraduate Studies. Examples of creative work submission include a folio of compositions or writing,
exhibitions of artwork, and music or theatre performances. As a guide, the scale of the submission of creative work would
normally not constitute significantly less than for the Doctor of Creative Arts.
Where the submission is a combination of thesis or exegesis and creative work, the Faculty requires that students submit
the written documentation no later than the date of examination of their final exhibitions and performances, except
under extraordinary circumstances approved by the supervisor and Head of Postgraduate Studies. Students presenting
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folios, for example literary manuscripts or music compositions, should place their thesis or exegesis and folio together in
one submission for examination.
Assessment is by two external assessors.
Major Study Areas

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School of Art and Design

Graphic Design
· Print and Publication Design
· Web, Interactive Multimedia and Motion Design
· Graphic Design and New Media Theory
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Media Arts
School
· Photography, Film,Video and Animation

· Software and Electronic Art
· Contemporary Media and New Media Theory
Visual Arts
· 2D and 3D Studio Practice [photography, printmaking, textiles, painting and sculpture]
· Art History and Contemporary Theory [focussing particularly on issues of creative practice]
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· Curatorial Theory and Practice
School of Journalism and Creative Writing
Creative Writing
· Poetry
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· Prose
· Script Writing (film, television, theatre)
School of Music and Drama
Music
· Composition
· Digital and New Musics
Creative Arts
· Composition for theatre in both online and physical environments
· New Interfaces for Musical Expression
· Tuning Systems
Theatre
· Performance
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· Dramaturgy and Performance Studies
· Direction
Doctor of Philosophy (Journalism)

Abbreviation: PhD
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Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy (Journalism) is for individuals with a track record of high level professional practice who wish
to extend their work within a scholarly context. It is a flexible degree that allows students to pursue a detailed research
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project through either traditional thesis research or through a significant practical journalism project with a theoretical
exegesis.
Innovative approaches to journalism and journalism studies that explore interdisciplinary academic approaches or extend
journalism practice into areas such as creative non-fiction and multimedia documentary are encouraged.

Applicants should have a relevant first degree with Honours Class II, Division 1 or higher, or a Masters degree either in
Journalism or in a related area, or possess equivalent or professional qualifications. Graduates in other disciplines at Masters
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level may also be considered if they can provide evidence of professional practice and research interests in specialist areas
relevant to journalism theory and practice.
Applicants must submit a one page statement detailing their research history and professional experience and a
comprehensive proposal of 2,500 words. Applicants will be assessed on the relevance of the proposal to the research
interests of the journalism program. Other topics will be considered against the research expertise available in the Faculty.
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Applicants applying on the basis of professional media experience must include work samples.
Guidelines for submitting the research proposal are at: www.uow.edu.au/crearts/ under Prospective Postgraduates.
In certain circumstances students may be required to commence their enrolment in the Master of Arts - Research
(Journalism) and seek transfer to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) when they achieve a suitable standard.
Course Requirements
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This subject requires the submission of a scholarly thesis in the range of 80,000 to 100,000 words which involves both
empirical data collection and theoretical analysis. Alternatively, submission may take the form of a significant practical
journalism project in any combination of media. An exegetical component situates the practical work in the theoretical
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context of contemporary journalism studies and will usually be approximately 30,000 words.
The length and other requirements of a practical project will be determined during the proposal development process.
As a guide, a significant print project would usually require the submission of approximately 50,000 words and could take
the form of an inter-related series of features; a single piece of narrative non-fiction; or a project undertaken as an audio
or audiovisual documentary. The latter would usually be of 60 - 90 minutes duration depending on the complexity of
material and style. The parameters of equivalent combined multimedia projects will be determined on an individual basis.
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The exact nature of each submission will vary according to the student’s educational and professional background and
will be negotiated in consultation with the supervisor(s) and the Head of Postgraduate Studies.
Assessment is by two external examiners.
For further information on Awards or Degree Rules, please see the General Course Rules.
Major Study Areas
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· Community Journalism
· Comparative Media Systems
· Documentary Journalism
· Journalism Education and Training
· Multicultural and Development Journalism
· Broadcast Journalism
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· Political Journalism
· Journalism Ethics
· Journalism and Disability
· Literary Journalism
· Convergent journalism and new media
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· Oral history and journalism

· Journalism narratives and popular culture
· Journalism and religion
Doctor of Creative Arts

Testamur Title of Degree: Doctor of Creative Arts

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Abbreviation: DCA
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CRICOS Code: 001248A
Overview
The Doctor of Creative Arts is for those individuals with a track record of high level professional experience, who wish to
extend their practice within a scholarly context.
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The Doctor of Creative Arts is based on presentation of creative work and supported by written documentation of the
context and theories underpinning the work. Assessment is by two external examiners.
It may be possible for individuals with appropriate expertise to undertake studies which involve more than one discipline

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Applicants must possess an Honours Bachelor degree of at least four years duration in an appropriate discipline at Class
II, Division 1 or higher (or its equivalent) and be able to demonstrate evidence of high artistic attainment. Examples of
high artistic attainment include publication or professional dissemination of work; grants, fellowships and prizes; critical
acclaim; a track record of sustained high level professional activity; and various indicators relevant to the specific discipline.
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As a guide, students completing the Master of Creative Arts will need to achieve at or near a high distinction in the two
coursework subjects and a satisfactory pass in the Major Presentation to be considered for entry to the Doctor of Creative
School
Arts. Likewise, students who have completed coursework Masters programs at other universities should be aware that
such qualifications might not be regarded as adequate preparation for immediate entry to the Doctor of Creative Arts
program.
In certain circumstances, students may be required to undertake up to 24 credit points of coursework before commencing
work on their dissertation or may be required to commence their enrolment in the Master of Arts – Research or Master
of Creative Arts – Research, and seek transfer to the Doctor of Creative Arts, when and if they achieve the required
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standard.
Outstanding arts practitioners without the required formal qualifications may be allowed to enrol in the Doctor of
Creative Arts provided they can demonstrate a sustained period of artistic activity at the highest level.
It is important that applicants submit adequate material to demonstrate the quality and standing of their work.
Course Requirements
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The submission for the Doctor of Creative Arts will normally be by exhibition, performance or publication of creative
work in the area of major, supported by written documentation (approximately 20,000 to 30,000 words) focusing on
aspects such as origins of the work, structures and techniques used, and artistic theories underpinning the work. It may
be appropriate to support written material with documentation in other forms, for example, photographs or sound and
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video recordings. In all cases, the dissertation is intended to be an integrated part of the full submission and, wherever
possible, to argue the case for the merit and originality of the creative work. The Faculty is keen that the dissertation
should be a vital and engaging document. It therefore permits some flexibility in the style of its submission. Nonetheless,
the dissertation should be presented in a well-researched form that demonstrates an understanding of scholarly method.
In all cases, the submission should demonstrate originality and high levels of artistry and specialist skill. The written
work should be of a high standard, show an engagement with artistic and intellectual ideas and have a strong artistic and
academic focus. The exact nature of each student’s program will be finalised in consultation with the supervisor(s) and
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the Head of Postgraduate Studies.
The Faculty requires Creative Arts research students to submit their dissertation at no later than the date of the
examination of their final exhibitions and performances, except under extraordinary circumstances approved by the
supervisor and Head of Postgraduate Studies. Students presenting folios, for example, literary manuscripts or music
compositions should place their dissertation and folio together in one submission for examination.
Assessment is by two external examiners who normally assess all parts of the submission.
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The following is intended as a guide to the scale and style of creative work submission:
Creative Writing:
Substantial folio of creative writing which may take the form of a large-scale project such as a novel (75,000 words),
poetry collection (80 single-spaced pages) or play script (90 minutes duration), or a combination of smaller pieces.

Graphic Design:
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Graphic design portfolio/exhibition and/or website/CD-Rom.
Media Arts:
Major solo exhibition of new media artwork plus documented preliminary exhibitions.
Music Composition:
Folio of up to 10 compositions and several works that employ large resources or performance media.
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Performance – Theatre:
Direction of a production, the substance and duration of which will be negotiated with the supervisor/s and Head
of Postgraduate Studies; significant dramaturgical analysis and portfolio of a full-length theatrical performance; or
performance in a major role demonstrating high levels of technical assurance and artistry.
Visual Arts:
Major solo exhibition of artwork plus documented preliminary exhibitions.
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Major Study Areas

Refer to listing under Doctor of Philosophy entry.
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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Arts - Research
Arts

Face to face coursework may be required depending on entry level
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Overview
Creative Arts
The Master of Arts – Research is a course for high-level practitioners who wish to extend their practice within a
scholarly context.
The Master of Arts – Research consists of one 24 credit point coursework subject and a thesis in a scholarly field (or a
combination of thesis and original creative work). In some cases, it may be possible to apply to transfer to a doctoral
program (DCA or PhD) after a suitable period of study (normally at least the equivalent of nine months of full-time
enrolment).
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Entry Requirements / Credit Arrangements

Applicants with an Honours Bachelor degree in an appropriate discipline at Class II, Division 1 or higher, or its
equivalent, may be granted credit transfer for CREA921 (Research Topics in Creative Arts) and be admitted directly into
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the Thesis subject.

Applicants without appropriate qualifications or research background may be admitted to the course by undertaking
CREA921 (Research Topics in Creative Arts) and, on successful completion at credit level or better, may be permitted to
proceed into the Thesis.
Students seeking credit transfer are advised to contact the Faculty or UniAdvice for further details and refer to the
General Course Rules.

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Course Requirements
Students enrol in THES924 Thesis (full-time) or THES912 Thesis (part-time) under which they submit a scholarly thesis,
or a combination of scholarly thesis and presentation of creative work. As a guide, submission by thesis only will be in
the range of 40,000 to 50,000 words, with an equivalent workload where submission is by thesis (20,000 to 25,000 words)
and creative work. MA-Res students must also complete CREA921 (Research Topics in Creative Arts).
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Examples of creative work submission include a folio of compositions or writing, exhibition of artwork, and music
or theatre performances. As a guide, the submission of creative work would normally not constitute less than the
expectations in the subjects MUS914, THEA913,VISA913, DESN913 or WRIT913 as applicable. The exact nature of
each submission will vary according to the student’s educational and professional background and will be negotiated in
consultation with the supervisor(s) and Head of Postgraduate Studies. A brief explanatory annotation may be submitted
to support the creative work submission.
Where the submission is a combination of thesis and creative work, the Faculty requires that students submit their
thesis no later than the date of examination of their final exhibitions and performances, except under extraordinary
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circumstances approved by the supervisor and Head of Postgraduate Studies. Students presenting folios, for example
literary manuscripts or music compositions, should place their thesis and folio together in one submission for examination.
Assessment for the Master of Arts – Research is by two external assessors.
Course Program
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CREA921 Research Topics in Creative Arts Autumn or Spring or Annual 24
and
THES924 Thesis full-time Autumn and/or Spring 24
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or
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THES912 Thesis part-time Autumn and/or Spring 12
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Master of Arts - Research (Journalism)
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Arts – Research
Arts
Delivery Mode: Supervised individual research (face-to-face coursework may be required
depending on entry level)
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Overview
Creative Arts
The Master of Arts-Research (Journalism) is a flexible degree that allows students to pursue a detailed research project
through either traditional thesis research or a significant practical journalism project with a theoretical exegesis.
Innovative approaches to journalism and journalism studies that explore interdisciplinary academic approaches or extend
journalism practice into areas such as creative non-fiction and multimedia documentary are encouraged.
Entry Requirements / Credit Arrangements
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To qualify for entry into the MA-R(J) program applicants will have either an Honours Bachelor degree in an appropriate
discipline at Class II, Division 1 or higher, or equivalent qualifications, or significant professional experience in journalism.
Applicants with an honours degree may be granted credit transfer and admitted directly into the Thesis subject. Applicants
without the appropriate qualifications or research background but who have significant professional experience may be
admitted to the course by undertaking JOUR992 (Research Topics in Journalism) and, on satisfactory completion, may
be permitted to proceed directly into the Thesis subject.
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In some cases it may be possible to apply to transfer to a PhD after a suitable period of study (normally at least the
equivalent of nine months of full-time enrolment) and having established that the research is at the PhD level.
Applicants must submit a one-page statement detailing their research history and a proposal of 2,000 words. Applicants
will be assessed on the relevance of the proposal to the research interests of the program in journalism. Other topics will
be considered against the research expertise available in the Faculty.

Applicants applying on the basis of professional media experience must include work samples.
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Guidelines for submitting the research proposal are at: www.uow.edu.au/crearts/ under Prospective Postgraduates.
Course Requirements
Students enrol in THES924 Thesis (full-time) or THES912 Thesis (part-time). This subject requires the submission of a
thesis of approximately 50,000 words which involves both empirical data collection and theoretical analysis. Alternatively,
submission may take the form of a significant practical journalism project undertaken in any combination of media. An
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exegetical component situates the practical work in the theoretical context of contemporary journalism studies and will
usually be approximately 20,000 words.
The length and other requirements of a significant practical journalism project will be determined during the proposal
development process. For example, a print project would usually require the submission of approximately 30,000
words and could take the form of an inter-related series of features or a single piece of narrative non-fiction. A project
undertaken as an audio or audiovisual documentary would usually be of 30-60 minutes duration depending on the
complexity of material and style. The parameters of equivalent combined multimedia projects will be worked out on an
individual basis.
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MA-Res(Journalism) students must also complete JOUR992 (Research Topics in Journalism).

Assessment is by two external assessors.
Course Program
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JOUR992 Research Topics in Journalism Autumn or Spring or Annual 24
and
THES924 Thesis full time Autumn and/or Spring 24
or
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THES912 Thesis part time Autumn and/or Spring 12

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Major Study Areas

See listing under Doctor of Philosophy (Journalism).

Master of Creative Arts - Research
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Creative Arts - Research
Abbreviation: MCA-Res
Arts

Delivery Mode: Supervised individual research/creative project (face-to-face coursework may be
required depending on entry level)
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Overview
Creative Arts
The Master of Creative Arts – Research is a course for high level creative arts practitioners who wish to extend their
practice within a scholarly context and whose work is at a standard beyond that required for the Pass Masters (MCA)
but who do not possess the requirements for entry to the Doctoral program. It normally consists of two 12 credit point
coursework subjects plus a major presentation. In some cases, it may be possible to apply to transfer to the Doctor of
Creative Arts after a suitable period of study (normally at least the equivalent of nine months of full-time enrolment).
It may be possible for individuals with appropriate expertise to undertake studies that involve more than one discipline
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Applicants should hold an appropriate Bachelor degree with Honours Class II, Division 1 or higher (or its equivalent)
and be able to demonstrate evidence of strong artistic attainment/potential. Examples of artistic attainment and potential
include publication or professional dissemination of work; grants, fellowships and prizes; high-level professional activity;
and various indicators relevant to the specific discipline.
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Credit Arrangements
Applicants who have completed other relevant qualifications deemed to be equivalent may be granted credit transfer for
one or both of the 12 credit point coursework subjects.

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Course Requirements
Students enrol in THES924 Thesis (full-time) or THES912 Thesis (part-time) under which they complete a major
presentation of creative work. The submission of creative work will normally be by exhibition, performance or
presentation in the area of the major, supported by written documentation (approximately 5,000 words) focusing on
aspects such as origins of the work, structures and techniques used, and artistic theories underpinning the work. The
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Faculty requires that research students submit their written documentation no later than the date of examination of their
final exhibitions and performances, except under extraordinary circumstances approved by the supervisor and Head of
Postgraduate Studies. Students presenting folios, for example literary manuscripts or music compositions, should place
their dissertation and folio together in one submission for examination.
Students must also complete two 12 credit point coursework subjects in their discipline area.
The following is intended as a guide to the scale and style of creative work submission.
Creative Writing:
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Substantial folio of creative writing which may take the form of a large-scale project such as a novel (50,000 words),
poetry collection (64 single-spaced pages) or script (75 minutes duration), or a combination of smaller pieces.
Graphic Design:
Graphic design portfolio/exhibition and/or website/CD-Rom. As an example of content, designers would submit 10
to 15 graphic design works. Web designers would submit a major interactive web site or at least three smaller sites on
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the net. Multimedia designers would submit a substantial interactive CD-Rom that demonstrates an innovative and
professional design approach. All students must submit design roughs and supporting material for exhibition.
Media Arts:
Major solo exhibition of new media artwork plus documented preliminary exhibitions.
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Music Composition:
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Folio of compositions including up to five compositions and at least one work that employs large resources or
performance media.
Performance – Theatre:
Demonstration of proficiency and artistry in one of the following: directing, dramaturgy or performance in a production
of 45 to 60 minutes duration.
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Visual Arts:
Major solo exhibition of artwork plus documented preliminary exhibitions. As an example of content, painters should
submit at least eight to 12 major pieces, plus drawings and supporting material of exhibition standard. Equivalent amounts
of work will be expected of students working in other areas of the visual arts.
Assessment for the Master of Creative Arts – Research is by two external assessors.
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Course Program
THES924 Thesis full-time Autumn and/or Spring 24
Creative Arts
or
THES912 Thesis part-time Autumn and/or Spring 12
Plus coursework subjects in area of specialisation:
Creative Writing
WRIT910 Analysis of Texts Autumn 12
WRIT911 Literary Composition Spring 12
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Graphic Design
DESN910 Graphic Design Theory and Industry Research Autumn 12
Methodologies
DESN911 Studies in Process and Analysis: Graphic Design and Spring 12
New Media
Media Arts
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DESN910 Graphic Design Theory and Industry Research Autumn 12
Methodologies
DESN911 Studies in Process and Analysis: Graphic Design and Spring 12
New Media

OR
VISA910 Visual Arts Theory Autumn 12
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VISA911 Studies in Process and Analysis:Visual Arts Spring 12
Music Composition
MUS910 Music Analysis Autumn 12
MUS915 Studies in Composition Technique Spring 12
Theatre
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THEA910 Theatre Analysis Autumn 12
THEA911 Advanced Techniques in Theatre Spring 12
Visual Arts
VISA911 Studies in Process and Analysis:Visual Arts Spring 12
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Master of Creative Arts

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Creative Arts
Abbreviation: MCA
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Duration: 1 year full-time or 1.5 to 2 years part-time
Delivery Mode: On campus (Face-to-face with supervised creative work)
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Overview
The Master of Creative Arts (MCA) is an intensive course focusing on the attainment of high level practical skills. It
normally consists of two coursework subjects plus a Major Presentation of creative work.
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Each student is allocated a supervisor(s) responsible for the Major Presentation who advises on development of the
creative work and its documentation.
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Normally applicants should hold a Bachelor degree from a recognised institution in an appropriate area of study.
Students without adequate formal qualifications may be required to complete up to 48 credit points of additional study,
incorporating relevant subjects; 48 credit points is the maximum number that can be completed in an academic year.
Applicants should have professional experience in their chosen area of study.
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Course Requirements
Students are required to complete 48 credit points of 900 level subjects consisting of two 12 credit point coursework
subjects plus a 24 credit point Major Presentation. The following is intended as a guide for the Major Presentation:
DESN913 Major Presentation – Graphic Design:
As an example of content, graphic designers would submit 10 graphic design works; interactive designers would produce
a major interactive web site or multimedia piece, or several smaller sites or multimedia works.
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MUS914 Major Presentation – Music Composition:

Students will submit a major compositional project or portfolio, the substance and duration of which will be determined
in consultation with the supervisor/s accompanied by an analytical commentary of at least 2,000 words including
appropriate citation.
THEA913 Major Presentation – Theatre:
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The Major Presentation is the planning and implementation of a practical presentation of the student’s work. Students
will give a public presentation accompanied by a 2,500 word analysis of the process undertaken with appropriate
annotation and commentary. All aspects of the presentation including content and duration must be negotiated with the
supervisor(s).
VISA913 Major Presentation – Visual Arts:
As an example of content, painters should submit at least eight major pieces, plus drawings and supporting material of
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exhibition standard. Equivalent amounts of work will be expected of students working in other areas of the visual arts.
WRIT913 Major Presentation – Creative Writing:
Students will present either a work of short prose fiction (25,000 words); or collection of poetry (48 single-spaced pages);
or a (60-minute) theatre/film/television script.
All students must submit a detailed outline of their proposed work for the Major Presentation to the supervisor(s) by the
fourth week of enrolment. A cross-disciplinary approach may be possible. Assessment will be by two internal assessors
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and students will be awarded a ‘satisfactory’ or ‘unsatisfactory’ grade for the major presentation.
Course Program
Creative Writing
WRIT910 Analysis of Texts Autumn 12
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WRIT911 Literary Composition Spring 12

WRIT913 Major Presentation – Creative Writing Annual 24
Graphic Design
DESN910 Graphic Design Theory and Industry Research Methodology Autumn 12
DESN911 Studies in Process and Analysis: Graphic Design Spring 12
DESN913 Major Presentation - Graphic Design Annual 24
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Music Composition
MUS 910 Music Analysis Autumn 12
MUS 915 Studies in Composition Technique Spring 12
MUS 914 Major Presentation - Music Composition Annual 24
Theatre
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THEA910 Theatre Analysis Autumn 12

THEA911 Advanced Techniques in Theatre Spring 12
School
THEA913 Major Presentation - Theatre Annual 24

Visual Arts
VISA911 Studies in Process and Analysis: Visual Arts Spring 12
VISA913 Major Presentation - Visual Arts Annual 24
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Graduate Certificate in Journalism
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate In Journalism
Abbreviation: GradCertJour
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Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Journalism is designed to suit people who are seeking a career in Journalism or a cognate
discipline. The program provides students with an understanding of the industry and the basic skills they need to produce
news stories. They will also gain an understanding of the legal and ethical issues that impact on journalism as practised in
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a western liberal democracy. Students who complete the Graduate Certificate program of study with a credit average or
higher may articulate into the Master of Journalism with the approval of the Head of School.

It is anticipated that most applicants will have completed a degree in a non-related discipline, or may have recently
commenced work as a journalist and are seeking a professional qualification.
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Qualified journalists who do not have a university degree are eligible for consideration on the basis of documented
evidence of at least two years full-time experience.
Applicants with an undergraduate degree must provide certified academic transcripts and curriculum vitae (CV) outlining
work-history and/or academic study. Applicants with experience in journalism or a media related industry must provide
details of their employment history (CV).

Applicants must provide an 800 word opinion article on the topic “Journalists – who are they really?” If applying on the
basis of industry experience, samples of work are required.
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Information about the University of Wollongong’s English Language Requirements can be found at www.uow.edu.au/
future/international/apply/english.
Selected applicants may be required to attend an interview.
Credit Arrangements
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Credit transfer may be granted for a particular subject(s) on the basis of previous education, training or professional
experience. An application for credit transfer must be accompanied by certified copies of documents or other evidence
to substantiate the request. Evidence may include academic transcripts, samples of published work, and letters from
employers verifying experience and length of service.
Course Requirements/Program
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Compulsory
JRNL910 Journalism and Society Autumn: 6
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JRNL911 Introduction to News Writing Autumn: 6
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Wollongong
JRNL912 Legal and Ethical Issues Autumn: 6
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One elective chosen from:
JRNL915 Professional Writing 2 Autumn: 6
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JRNL916 Journalism Investigation and Research Spring: 6

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Wollongong
MEDA901 Multimedia Documentary Not on offer in 6
2010

Or one 200 or 300 level subject from the Bachelor of Journalism schedule
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Graduate Certificate in Broadcast Journalism

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Broadcast Journalism
Abbreviation: GradCertBroadcastJour
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Starting Session(s): Autumn and Spring (depending on enrolments)
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Overview
This program is designed to suit people who have some experience in Journalism or a cognate discipline (either through
professional experience or through undergraduate study) and are seeking a career in broadcast or convergent media. The
program provides students with the skills they need to produce news stories for broadcast and online media. Students who
complete the program of study with a credit average or higher may apply to transfer to the Master of Journalism program.
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It is anticipated that most applicants will have completed a degree in a non-related discipline, or may have recently
commenced work as a journalist and are seeking a professional qualification.
Qualified journalists who do not have a university degree are eligible for consideration on the basis of documented
evidence of at least two years full-time experience.
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work history and/or academic study. Applicants with experience in journalism or a media-related industry must provide
details of employment history (CV).
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Credit Arrangements
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Course Program
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JRNL918 Radio Journalism Spring: 6

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JRNL919 Television Journalism Spring: 6
Wollongong,
JRNL920 Journalism Project Autumn 6
or Spring:
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Wollongong,
Plus one elective chosen from the Journalism schedules
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Master of Journalism
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Journalism
Abbreviation: MJour
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Overview
The Master of Journalism (MJ) is a practical coursework program, designed to provide critical educational and vocational
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training in journalism. It assists students in adapting to structural and technological change and promotes critical
evaluation of professional journalism processes through its teaching and research.

The Master of Journalism is available to students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in the relevant stream or
individuals with industry experience.
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Qualified journalists who possess an undergraduate degree will be considered for entry with three years professional
journalism experience.
Qualified journalists who do not have an undergraduate qualification are eligible for consideration on the basis of
evidence of at least five years full-time experience.
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Credit Arrangements
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Course Structure/Requirements
Students are required to undertake a program of study totalling 48 credit points. This will be made up of a combination
of subjects offered within the Journalism Schedule or in combination with other Faculties. The program of study must be
discussed with the Journalism Program Coordinator prior to enrolment. Law
Compulsory
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JRNL911 News Writing Fundamentals Autumn: 6
Wollongong
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JRNL913 Introduction to Convergent Journalism Autumn: 6
Wollongong
Plus 24 credit points chosen from the following:
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Wollongong
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Wollongong

JRNL917 Feature Writing Autumn 6
or Spring:
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Wollongong
Wollongong
or Spring:
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Wollongong
JRNL921 Advanced Journalism Project Spring: 12
Wollongong
JRNL922 Major Journalism Project Spring: 24
Wollongong
JRNL923 Advanced Convergent Journalism Spring: 6
Creative Arts
Wollongong
JRNL925 International Journalism Not on offer 6
2010
MEDA901 Multimedia Documentary Not on offer 6
2010
With approval of the Course Co-ordinator, up to 12 credit points may be selected from subjects from the undergraduate
schedule or other faculties.
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Master of Journalism Advanced

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Journalism Advanced
Abbreviation: MJourAdv
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Starting Session(s): Autumn and Spring
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Overview
This program is reserved for a small number of outstanding students. It is anticipated that students accepted into this
program will have a well-established career as industry professionals behind them and will be seeking a qualification that
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not only reflects their standing within the industry, but also enables them to undertake a course of study that allows them
to apply that experience and knowledge in either a practical or theoretical context.
Direct entry into this program will be highly competitive and will reflect the standing of the individuals accepted. The
program length relative to other postgraduate offerings reflects the fact that students will be able to negotiate credit
transfer based on their industry experience.

Students who achieve outstanding results in the first six months of study in the Master of Journalism program may apply
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to transfer to the Advanced Masters.

Direct entry into the Advanced Masters program will only be available to people who have considerable Journalism
experience (generally a minimum of 10 years). Entry will also be dependent on the provision of a portfolio of work and
an interview.
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Credit Arrangements
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Arts
The exact program of study must be negotiated with the Head of School, and will generally include 48 credit points from
the Master of Journalism (see Schedule below) plus a 24 credit point thesis or creative project (any medium). Students are
able to include subjects offered across the University, with a minimum of 60 percent being selected from the Journalism
schedule.
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Wollongong,
JRNL911 News Writing Fundamentals Autumn: 6
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Wollongong
Creative Arts
Wollongong
Plus 24 credit points from the following:
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Wollongong
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JRNL917 Feature Writing Autumn 6
or Spring:
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Wollongong
Engineering
Wollongong
or Spring:
Wollongong
Wollongong

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Wollongong
JRNL925 International Journalism Not on offer 6
2010
MEDA901 Multimedia Documentary Not on offer 6
2010
Wollongong
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With approval of the Course Co-ordinator, up to 12 credit points may be selected from subjects from other faculties.
Plus a 24 credit point thesis or creative project.
Graduate Certificate in Professional Writing

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Professional Writing
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Abbreviation: GradCertProfWrit
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Overview
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The Graduate Certificate in Professional Writing will suit individuals seeking careers in industry, business or government
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with a writing focus. The two Professional Writing subjects are designed to provide students with the capacity to produce
a range of written materials (reports, media releases, position papers, annual reports, speeches and brochures). Students
who complete the program of study with a credit average or higher may apply to transfer to the Master of Professional
Writing program.

Undergraduate degree or professional experience in a cognate discipline.
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Qualified industry practitioners are eligible for consideration on the basis of documented evidence of at least two years
full-time experience.
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Applicants must provide an 800-word opinion article on the topic – “Professional writing – what function does it serve
and how?” If applying on the basis of industry experience, samples of work are required.
Credit Arrangements
Creative Arts
Education
Course Program
JRNL911 Introduction to News Writing Autumn: 6
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Wollongong
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Students who have completed a Bachelor of Communication and Media Studies with a Journalism stream could
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substitute JRNL911 and JRNL912 with other Journalism subjects, including subjects from the 200 or 300 level Bachelor
of Journalism program.
Master of Professional Writing

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Professional Writing
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Abbreviation: MProfWrit
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Overview
This program is designed for two cohorts of students: (1) those who have completed the Graduate Certificate in
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Professional Writing and wish to further upgrade their skills; and (2) people working in a cognate field who wish to
obtain professional qualifications that recognise their skill set.

The Master of Professional Writing is available to students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Professional
Writing with a credit average or higher.
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Qualified industry practitioners who possess an undergraduate degree will be considered for entry with evidence of three
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years professional experience.

Qualified industry practitioners who do not have an undergraduate qualification are eligible for consideration on the basis
of evidence of at least five years full-time experience.
work history and/or academic study. Applicants with industry experience must provide details of their employment
history (CV).
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Applicants must provide an 800 word opinion article on the topic – “Professional writing – what function does it serve
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Credit Arrangements
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Students are required to undertake a program of study totalling 48 credit points made up of a combination of subjects
offered within the Journalism Schedule or in combination with other Faculties. The program of study is to be approved
by the Program Coordinator and/or Head of School.
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Compulsory
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Wollongong
Plus one of
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Sciences
And 24 credit points chosen from the following:
JRNL917 Feature Writing Spring: 6

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Wollongong
Informatics
Wollongong
or Spring:
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Wollongong
Law
Wollongong
JRNL925 International Journalism Not on offer in 6
2010
Wollongong
Science
Sydney Business
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Master of Professional Writing Advanced
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Professional Writing Advanced
Abbreviation: MProfWritAdv
Arts

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Overview
This program is reserved for a small number of outstanding students. It is anticipated that students accepted into this
Creative Arts
program will have a well-established career as industry professionals behind them and will be seeking a qualification that
not only reflects their standing within the industry, but also enables them to undertake a course of study that allows them
to apply that experience and knowledge in either a practical or theoretical context.
Direct entry into this program will be highly competitive and will reflect the standing of the individuals accepted. The
program length relative to other postgraduate offerings reflects the fact that students will be able to negotiate credit
transfer based on their industry experience.
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Students who achieve outstanding results in the first six months of study in the Master of Professional Writing program
may apply to transfer to the Advanced Masters.
Qualified industry practitioners are eligible for consideration on the basis of evidence of at least ten years full-time
experience.
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work history and/or academic study. Applicants with industry experience must provide details of employment history
(CV).
Applicants must provide an 800-word opinion article on the topic – “Professional writing – what function does it serve
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Credit Arrangements
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The exact program of study must be negotiated with the Head of School, and will generally include 48 credit points from
the Master of Professional Writing (see Schedule below) plus a 24 credit point thesis or creative project (any medium).
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Students are able to include subjects offered across the University, with a minimum of 60 percent being selected from the
Journalism schedule.
Compulsory
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Wollongong
Plus one of
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Wollongong
Wollongong
And 24 credit points chosen from the following:
JRNL917 Feature Writing Spring: 6
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Arts
Wollongong
Wollongong
or Spring:
Wollongong
Commerce
Wollongong

Wollongong
JRNL925 International Journalism Not on offer in 6
Creative Arts
2010
Plus a With Approval of the Course Co-ordinator up to 12 credit points may be selected from subjects from other
faculties plus:
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Engineering
Sciences
Informatics
Law
Science
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SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS DESN910 Graphic Design Theory and
Industry Research Methodologies
CREA921 Research Topics in Creative Arts Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Arts
Annual Wollongong On Campus Credit Points: 12

Spring2010/ Subject Description: This subject explores key aspects
Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus of contemporary graphic design theory and practice in
both national and transnational contexts. It allows students
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Credit Points: 24
Pre-requisites: None to develop their own research within specific theoretical
Co-requisites: None frameworks and with knowledge of historical design
Subject Description: This subject provides students movements. The subject overviews production processes
enrolled in the research degrees in Creative Arts with and emerging technologies of visual communications at
training in the theories and research methodologies both an individual and industrial level. As opportunity
permits, guest designers and industry representatives
Creative Arts
current in their chosen discipline areas. This training

involves three modules of study: 1. a specific theory will lead discussion on relevant design issues.
and methods module; 2. an advanced content-based DESN911 Studies in Process and
module in the student’s discipline area; and 3. a
module in which the student writes a detailed research Analysis - Graphic Design
proposal for their thesis/exegesis. The precise content Spring Wollongong On Campus
of these modules will be determined on a case-by- Credit Points: 12
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case basis, with the student and the supervisor. It will

be approved by the Head of Postgraduate Studies. Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Students will develop a design
DESN901 Commercial Graphic concept based on relevant research, technical issues
Design Practice* and design process. The concept will demonstrate
Autumn Wollongong On Campus research and critical analysis of the issues involved
Credit Points: 6 in producing a creative design work and may refer
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Pre-requisites: None to examples of similar work by recognised designers

Co-requisites: None or design movements. Students will be expected to
Exclusions: Not to count with DESN301 work independently and at an advanced level and
Subject Description: This unit uses a Design Studio consult with their Subject Co-ordinator at specified
Team model, with students assigned the roles which benchmark times in the development of their work.
operate within a design studio. Students are assigned DESN913 Major Presentation -
commercial job briefs under the art direction of the
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lecturer. Clients are selected by the lecturer and students Graphic Design
are expected to work within publishing budgets and meet Annual Wollongong On Campus
strict production deadlines. Students undertaking this Spring2010/
subject will be required to work additional hours outside Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
the subject timetable in order to undertake liaison with Credit Points: 24
clients and coordinate services of commercial printers, Pre-requisites: None
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pre-press, copywriting and photographic and other Co-requisites: None

production services. Class and group communication in Subject Description: Students will develop a
their subject will be conducted, in part, via Web CT. substantial portfolio presentation that demonstrates
original thinking, knowledge of the design area, and
DESN902 Reflective Design Practice* technical and production abilities that are required to
Spring Wollongong On Campus produce a major piece of design work in a sustained
Credit Points: 6 thematic and cohesive way. As an example of content,
Pre-requisites: None graphic designers would submit 10 graphic design works;
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Co-requisites: None interactive designers would produce a major interactive

Exclusions: Not to count with DESN302 web site or multimedia piece, or several smaller sites
Subject Description: This unit focuses on building or multimedia works. Students must submit a detailed
a professional design profile and developing a reflective outline of their proposed creative project for the Major
practice. The development of a design profile of Presentation to the supervisor/s by the fourth week of
self-selected projects involving design for print and enrolment. A cross-disciplinary approach may be possible.
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interactive media will focus on developing each

students’ design strengths and personal style. Engaging DESN923 Major Presentation -
with reflective practice provides a framework for Graphic Design*
understanding and plotting the process of design Annual Wollongong On Campus
practice and activity. The inclusion of structured Spring2010/
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reflection provides a scaffold for the designer to unpack Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
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the design process and expose the design knowledge Credit Points: 12
and skill implicit in the finished design project. Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: Not to count with DESN913
Subject Description: Students will develop a post-human; digital animation and cinema; recent digital
substantial portfolio presentation that demonstrates design movements and major theorists; critical writings
original thinking, knowledge of the design area, and on web design and multimedia design; and relationship
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technical and production abilities that are required to of new media design to visual communications
produce a major piece of design work in a sustained
thematic and cohesive way. As an example of content, DESN992 Advanced Graphic Design Theory*
graphic designers would submit 10 graphic design works; Spring Wollongong On Campus
interactive designers would produce a major interactive Credit Points: 6
web site or multimedia piece, or several smaller sites Pre-requisites: None
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or multimedia works. Students must submit a detailed Co-requisites: None
outline of their proposed creative project for the Major Exclusions: Not to count with DESN322
Presentation to the supervisor/s by the fourth week of Subject Description: This unit expands on theories
enrolment. A cross-disciplinary approach may be possible. of design examined in previous semesters. Students are
introduced to historical and current critical thinking
DESN960 Graphic Design Theory and and research resources. Topics covered include: historical
Creative Arts
Industry Research Methodologies* trends, post-modernism and consumer design; fashion
Autumn Wollongong On Campus and subculture issues in design; globalization and design;
Credit Points: 6 philosophical influences and analytical methods of
Pre-requisites: None investigating design products in their social, historical,
Co-requisites: None cultural and political contexts; design movements,
Exclusions: Not to count with DESN910 theorists and critical writings on design practice.
Subject Description: This subject explores key aspects
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of contemporary graphic design theory and practice in
both national and transnational contexts. It allows students Annual Wollongong On Campus
to develop their own research within specific theoretical Autumn Wollongong On Campus
frameworks and with knowledge of historical design Spring Wollongong On Campus
movements. The subject overviews production processes Credit Points: 24
and emerging technologies of visual communications at Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
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both an individual and industrial level. As opportunity
permits, guest designers and industry representatives Subject Description: This subject will provide students
will lead discussion on relevant design issues. enrolled in the Master of Arts-Research (Journalism)
degree with training in the theories and research
DESN961 Studies in Process and methodologies current in their chosen discipline areas.
Analysis - Graphic Design* This training involves three modules of study: (1) a specific

Spring Wollongong On Campus theory and methods module. 5,000 - 7,000 words, possibly
one short and one long essay. Seminar participation if
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Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None determined necessary, will also be assessed (2) an advanced
Co-requisites: None content-based module in the student’s discipline area
Exclusions: Not to count with DESN911 requiring the completion of the contents of an existing
Subject Description: Students will develop a design subject and (3) a module in which the student writes
concept based on relevant research, technical issues a detailed research proposal for the thesis covering: -
and design process. The concept will demonstrate an annotated bibliography 40% - the development of
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research and critical analysis of the issues involved the thesis question and rationale for chapter divisions,
in producing a creative design work and may refer involving exposition of thesis argument 40% and - an
to examples of similar work by recognised designers oral presentation of the thesis proposal 20% The precise
or design movements. Students will be expected to content of these modules will be determined on a
work independently and at an advanced level and case by case basis, with the student and the supervisor.
consult with their Subject Co-ordinator at specified It will be approved by the Program Coordinator.
benchmark times in the development of their work.
JRNL910 Journalism and Society
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DESN991 New Media Theory* Autumn Wollongong On Campus

Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This is one of the core
subjects undertaken in the postgraduate Journalism
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Exclusions: Not to count with DESN321

Subject Description: This unit introduces students to program. Its purpose is to explain the relationship
theories of new media design from analogue to digital between theory and practice. While some critics may
(including web and interactive multimedia). Students are question whether a theory of journalism exists, or is
directed toward historical and current critical thinking and even necessary, Journalism academics will argue that
research resources. Topics covered include: the genealogy the practice of journalism is underpinned by a strong
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of key analogue and digital imaging theories; philosophical theoretical tradition that draws from a range of other
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influences and analytical methods for investigating new disciplines. The subject begins by posing a number of
media design products in their social, historical, cultural questions: What is journalism? What is it that journalists
and political contexts; post-modernism and digital design; actually do? It then moves on to discuss a number of
the impact of technological convergence on designing the questions about news practices. These include topics

like gatekeeping, the socialisation of journalists, framing JRNL914 Professional Writing (1) -
the news, media effects and writing styles. Workshops Writing for Organisations
will use contemporary and historical case studies to Autumn Wollongong On Campus
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contextualise these issues. Students will be expected to Credit Points: 6

lead the discussion on at least one of the workshop topics Pre-requisites: None
JRNL911 News Writing Fundamentals Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject focuses on writing
in an organisational context and explores the varied roles
Credit Points: 6
of written communication in public and private sector
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organisations. The subject will begin with the question
Co-requisites: None
of audience and the different communication strategies
Exclusions: JOUR901
needed for internal and external communication. Topics
Subject Description: This foundation subject develops
and class exercises covered will include: informational
basic skills in straight news reporting for print news.
writing such as FAQs and short form and long form
Attention will be given to objective and subjective aspects
reports and policy documents; promotional writing
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of news interviewing, structuring and writing. News

such as press releases and brochures and instructional
story areas covered will include writing hard news, court
writing such as how to guides and manuals.
reporting, writing for police rounds as well as colour
stories, human interest stories and writing news stories JRNL915 Professional Writing (2) - Desktop
for the arts. Students will apply news writing techniques
to news feature writing and explore some of the issues
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and stylistic devices that inform longer news related Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 6
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features and news packages. Attention will be paid to

interviewing and information gathering techniques and Pre-requisites: None
the application of conventional news values to reporting. Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject builds on the skills
JRNL912 Legal and Ethical Issues learned in Professional Writing (1) and focuses on
Autumn Wollongong On Campus developing copy editing skills and principles of design for
Credit Points: 6 both print and web publications. Topics covered include:
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Pre-requisites: None working with text and images, commissioning and

Co-requisites: None rewriting copy, developing copy templates, sub editing,
Exclusions: JOUR903 developing style manuals, usability principles and an
Subject Description: This subject examines the introduction to working with design and web software.
legal and ethical framework which governs the work
JRNL916 Journalism Investigation
of journalists. It considers the nature, efficacy and

administration of ethical codes relevant to journalism, and Research
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particularly the Media Entertainment and Arts Alliance Spring Wollongong On Campus
(MEAA) Code of Ethics and the Australian Press Council’s Credit Points: 6
Statement of Principles. Other aspects of professional Pre-requisites: None
conduct and professional standards considered include Co-requisites: None
guarding against defamation actions; libel laws; breach of Exclusions: JOUR933 On-Line and Research Journalism
privacy; confidentiality; protection of sources; standards Subject Description: This subject is designed to develop
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of accuracy, fairness and subjectivity in journalism. a range of research and journalism investigative methods.
It will include the use of online data bases, the Internet,
JRNL913 Introduction to Convergent library and archive work and other sources of public
Journalism information. The use of survey material in journalism will
Autumn Wollongong On Campus be studied, particularly the presentation of this data in a
Credit Points: 6 news format. The organisation of news investigation teams,
Pre-requisites: None the techniques that they use, and what they produce
Co-requisites: None will be analysed. Part of the subject will be devoted to
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Subject Description: This subject introduces students news design and presentation on the World Wide Web.
to notions of convergent journalism. Students begin
by exploring changes in journalism inspired by the
JRNL917 Feature Writing for Journalists
development of the internet and other technologies. Spring Wollongong On Campus
They will be introduced to the theories and practices of Credit Points: 6
digital media. They will be introduced to photojournalism Pre-requisites: None
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and simple audio techniques suitable for the production Co-requisites: None
of online audiovisual packages. Other lectures cover Exclusions: JOUR902
a range of topics, including building a blog and Subject Description: This subject focuses on
podcasting. Students will develop and maintain a blog, extending news stories into feature writing, with
learn to podcast and, using a combination of text and consideration given to ethical and legal restraints. Topics
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images, develop their own web-based publication. covered include: feature story introductions; feature
story structures; dialogue and characterisation; scene
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descriptions; feature length interviews; online and
conventional research; and developing concepts. Different combination of media. The subject also enables students to
feature forms such as profiles, news features, historical explore cross-program or cross-faculty options. The project
features, reviews and opinion essays will be covered. brief will be formulated in consultation with an academic
Arts
member of staff who has agreed to act as supervisor.
JRNL918 Radio Journalism
Spring Wollongong On Campus JRNL922 Major Journalism Project
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Exclusions: JOUR931 Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject provides advanced Exclusions: JOUR991
skills in interviewing for radio, script writing, editing, Subject Description: This subject enables students to
producing and presenting radio news and current affairs undertake higher level research and/or practical work
reports. It will explore the preparation and production under the supervision of an academic member of staff.
of short radio features, as well as the characteristics The project could include a thesis or a major practical
Creative Arts
of the medium in contemporary broadcasting. project. It could also involve a combination of thesis and
The course has a strong practical component. internship, thesis and practical work, or internship and
practical work. Students are expected to work at a very
JRNL919 Television Journalism high level. Such students would be highly motivated
Spring Wollongong On Campus and capable of working in a self-directed manner.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None JRNL923 Advanced Convergent Journalism
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Exclusions: JOUR932 Credit Points: 6
Subject Description: This subject provides advanced Pre-requisites: None
skills in script writing, editing, producing and Co-requisites: None
presenting television news or current affairs programs. Subject Description: In this subject students will
A primary emphasis will be placed on techniques for build on the skills required to work in a convergent
gathering television news materials in the field. newsroom where staff work under tight deadline
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pressures and are expected to value-add to stories that
JRNL920 Journalism Project might appear in a publication’s hard-copy version.
Autumn Wollongong On Campus The subject focuses on the development of audio-
Spring Wollongong On Campus visual packages using commercial software programs,
Credit Points: 6 incorporating movie clips, working with photos, working

Pre-requisites: None with sound, working with text, and building slideshows
Co-requisites: None with sound. Students will be expected to develop
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Exclusions: JOUR945 Advanced Journalism Project their own multimedia packages on a range of different
Subject Description: This subject provides a shorter topics. They will also play a role in the development
alternative project for final session students not wanting to and editing of the School’s on-line publication.
undertake the major project, or electing to do additional
course work, or wanting to develop vocational skills JRNL925 International Journalism
acquired in previous subjects. Project areas available Not on offer in 2010
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include: news design and presentation on the World Wide Credit Points: 6
Web; print media production; electronic news gathering Pre-requisites: None
and production; multimedia production or a short film Co-requisites: None
or radio piece in the documentary and current affairs Exclusions: JOUR922 Multicultural
mode. Alternatively students wanting to cover broader and International Journalism
aspects of news gathering and presentation can do so, in Subject Description: This subject focuses on
the following areas: environment; science and technology; international news flow in the context of the New World
public affairs; arts; lifestyle and leisure; economics and Information Order debates in the early 70s and news
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business; religion; and sports. Concepts and skills can focus flow in the context of Internet communication; culture,
on print production or the electronic journalistic genre. values and ideology in international news production
(discussions derived mainly from Australian reporting of
JRNL921 Advanced Journalism Project Asia); media systems in selected Asia-Pacific countries; and
Spring Wollongong On Campus renewed interest in community development oriented
Credit Points: 12 journalism. International journalism provides an historical,
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Pre-requisites: None cultural and social background for students wanting

Co-requisites: None to work in Australia’s growing multicultural media.
Exclusions: JOUR991 Major Journalism Project
Subject Description: This subject is designed to MUS 910 Music Analysis
allow students the opportunity to undertake either Autumn Wollongong On Campus
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practical or theoretical projects (or a combination of Credit Points: 12

the two). This could include an internship, a mini thesis, Pre-requisites: None
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or a combination of mini thesis and creative/practical Co-requisites: None

project. Students undertaking this subject may work Subject Description: This subject explores
within a single medium (print, broadcast or online) or a contemporary compositional practice and theory,

within a program of directed and independent reading THEA911 Advanced Techniques in Theatre
and analysis. With an emphasis on understanding the Spring Wollongong On Campus
student’s own creative practice, the subject encourages Credit Points: 12
Arts
the development of individual research strengths. Pre-requisites: None

Both textual and compositional research strategies Co-requisites: None
are emphasised in presentation and writing. Subject Description: Students will prepare to undertake
a written exegesis around their creative work. Each
MUS 914 Major Presentation - student will document their research process through a
Music Composition reflective journal, as well as developing drafts and visual
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Annual Wollongong On Campus materials as appropriate and an annotated bibliography.

Spring2010/ Students will be expected to work at an advanced
Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus level and with a high degree of independence.
Credit Points: 24
Pre-requisites: None THEA913 Major Presentation - Theatre
Co-requisites: None Annual Wollongong On Campus
Creative Arts
Subject Description: Students will undertake a Spring2010/

program of study leading to the development of a major Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
compositional project or portfolio, the substance and Credit Points: 24
duration of which will be determined in consultation with Pre-requisites: None
the student’s supervisor/s. The Major Presentation will Co-requisites: None
reflect a student’s ability to develop, sustain and execute Subject Description: Students will undertake a
original ideas, supported by excellence in technical ability. practical presentation of their creative work in theatre
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The Major Presentation must be accompanied by an and/or performance. All aspects of the presentation
analytical commentary of at least 2,000 words including including content and duration will be determined
appropriate citation. Students must submit a detailed with the approval of the supervisor. The creative work
outline of their proposed creative project for the Major should reflect the student’s ability to develop, sustain
Presentation to the supervisor/s by the fourth week of and execute original ideas in a cohesive and capable
enrolment. A cross-disciplinary approach may be possible. way. It must be accompanied by a 2,500-word exegesis,
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describing and analysing the processes undertaken.

MUS 915 Studies in Composition Technique Students must submit a detailed outline of their
Spring Wollongong On Campus proposed creative project for the Major Presentation
Credit Points: 12 to the supervisor/s by the fourth week of enrolment.
Pre-requisites: None A cross-disciplinary approach may be possible.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject provides an VISA903 Advanced Visual Arts Studio E*
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overview of the contemporary processes and technical

concerns employed in the development of original Credit Points: 6
music composition. It emphasises an analysis of the Pre-requisites: None
processes, experimentation, technologies and themes Co-requisites: None
of compositional work by individual composers, as Exclusions: Not to count with VISA303
well as the performance, production and distribution Subject Description: Students may choose to specialise
of contemporary music in relation to emerging or combine visual arts media. Interdisciplinary work
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technologies. Students will create a folio of short works will be encouraged. A self-initiated major project will
in genres determined in consultation with their Subject be developed in consultation with the lecturer and
Coordinator. Each student will document the research appropriate research undertaken. Students will document
processes undertaken in the making of his or her their work processes and research, present their work
creative work. Students will be expected to work at an for review on a regular basis and take active part in
advanced level and with a high degree of independence. class reviews, seminars and excursions. Emphasis will
be placed on individual development, self-management
THEA910 Theatre Analysis
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and awareness of contemporary visual arts issues.

Credit Points: 12 VISA904 Advanced Visual Arts Studio F*
Subject Description: This subject explores Pre-requisites: None
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contemporary theatre and performance practice and Co-requisites: None

theory within a program of directed and independent Exclusions: Not to count with VISA304
reading and analysis. Through an emphasis on the Subject Description: Students may choose to specialise
place of theatre and performance in contemporary in or combine visual arts media. Interdisciplinary work
culture this subject seeks to encourage students to will be encouraged. A self-initiated major project will
develop individual research strengths and to understand be developed in consultation with the lecturer and
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how their individual creative practice might be appropriate research undertaken. Students will document
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positioned within the broader cultural landscape. their work processes and research, present their work
for review on a regular basis and take active part in
class reviews, seminars and excursions. Emphasis will art, with a particular focus on Indigenous arts in Australia.
be placed on individual development, self-management The importance of underlying traditions is investigated
and awareness of contemporary visual arts issues. in both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal arts as well as
Arts
the social conditions of production, presentation and
VISA910 Visual Arts Theory collection. Both textual and visual research strategies
Autumn Wollongong On Campus are emphasised in presentation and writing.
Credit Points: 12
Pre-requisites: None VISA922 Representation and Space
Co-requisites: None in Post Colonial World*
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Subject Description: This subject explores Spring Wollongong On Campus
contemporary arts practice and theory in both Credit Points: 6
national and transnational contexts. With an emphasis Pre-requisites: None
on placing the self within a specific culture and Co-requisites: None
history, the subject encourages the development of Exclusions: Not to count with VISA322
individual research strengths. It refers to historical Subject Description: This subject surveys contemporary
Creative Arts
art and craft movements through current theoretical arts practices, with a focus on Australian and Asian arts
frameworks. Both textual and visual research strategies in relation to postcolonial ideas. There is an emphasis
are emphasised in presentation and writing. on reviewing current exhibitions and the use of
theoretical perspectives and critical practices appropriate
VISA911 Studies in Process and to recent art debates, exhibitions and studio practices.
Analysis - Visual Arts
Spring Wollongong On Campus VISA923 Major Presentation - Visual Arts*
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Credit Points: 12 Annual Wollongong On Campus
Pre-requisites: None Spring2010/
Co-requisites: None Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
Subject Description: This subject overviews Credit Points: 12
production processes and technical concerns of art Pre-requisites: None
in contemporary practice. It emphasises an analysis Co-requisites: None
of the processes, experimentation, materiality and
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Exclusions: Not to count with VISA913
content of visual work by individual artists, and the Subject Description: Students will present a substantial
presentation and installation of artwork in relation to exhibition of work that reflects technical skill, knowledge
emerging technologies. Each student will document the and use of materials, and an ability to develop, sustain
research processes in the making of his or her creative and execute original ideas in a cohesive and thematic
work in a visual journal. Students will be expected way. As an example of content, painters should submit

to work at an advanced level and with a high degree at least eight major pieces plus drawings and supporting
of independence in their chosen studio discipline. material of exhibition standard. Equivalent amounts of
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work will be expected of students working in other
VISA913 Major Presentation - Visual Arts areas of the visual arts. Students must submit a detailed
Annual Wollongong On Campus outline of their proposed creative project for the Major
Spring2010/ Presentation to the supervisor/s by the fourth week of
Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus enrolment. A cross-disciplinary approach may be possible.
Credit Points: 24
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Pre-requisites: None VISA960 Visual Arts Theory*
Subject Description: Students will present a substantial Credit Points: 6
exhibition of work that reflects technical skill, knowledge Pre-requisites: None
and use of materials, and an ability to develop, sustain Co-requisites: None
and execute original ideas in a cohesive and thematic Exclusions: Not to count with VISA910
way. As an example of content, painters should submit Subject Description: This subject explores Law
at least eight major pieces plus drawings and supporting contemporary arts practice and theory in both
material of exhibition standard. Equivalent amounts of national and transnational contexts. With an emphasis
work will be expected of students working in other on placing the self within a specific culture and
areas of the visual arts. Students must submit a detailed history, the subject encourages the development of
outline of their proposed creative project for the Major individual research strengths. It refers to historical
Presentation to the supervisor/s by the fourth week of art and craft movements through current theoretical
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enrolment. A cross-disciplinary approach may be possible. frameworks. Both textual and visual research strategies
are emphasised in presentation and writing.
VISA921 Introduction to Indigenous
Art and Visual Culture* VISA961 Studies in Process and
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Analysis - Visual Arts*
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Exclusions: Not to count with VISA321 Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject surveys the concept Exclusions: Not to count with VISA911
of visual culture as a way of understanding contemporary Subject Description: This subject overviews

production processes and technical concerns of art
in contemporary practice. It emphasises an analysis
of the processes, experimentation, materiality and
Arts
content of visual work by individual artists, and the

presentation and installation of artwork in relation to
emerging technologies. Each student will document the
research processes in the making of his or her creative
work in a visual journal. Students will be expected
to work at an advanced level and with a high degree
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of independence in their chosen studio discipline.
WRIT910 Analysis of Texts

Credit Points: 12
Creative Arts
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: In fortnightly seminars students
will undertake a detailed study of relevant texts in their
area of specialisation, in poetry, prose fiction or script
writing. The subject aims to develop and refine the ability
to trace in detail the relationship between the effects
gained by a text and the techniques of writing used to
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achieve them. This subject aims to provide a forum for

discussions and debates about the significant writing
techniques used in major texts by established writers
in order to inform, challenge and enrich the student’s
own creative practice. Issues on voice, style, use of image,
structure and theme will be the major concerns.
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WRIT911 Literary Composition

Credit Points: 12
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: At a series of seminars throughout

the session students will be required to develop and refine
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their awareness of the techniques and processes of literary

composition and to demonstrate their control of these
through the composition of a major piece of writing
in a mode, genre and/or voice outside of their usual
practice. Students will be required to discuss the effects
they are seeking in their writing and to describe and
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evaluate the techniques they have employed to achieve

those effects. Students will also be expected to respond
to their peers’ writing projects in a constructive manner.
WRIT913 Major Presentation -

Creative Writing
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Spring2010/
Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 24
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Students will present either a
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work of prose fiction (minimum 25,000 words); or a

collection of poetry (48 pages); or a 60 minute theatre/
film/television script. Students must submit a detailed
outline of their proposed creative project for the Major
Presentation to the supervisor/s by the fourth week of
enrolment. A cross-disciplinary approach may be possible.
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* only available to students enrolled

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in the MCA Studio Practice.
Faculty of Education
Arts
Courses Offered
Research Degrees
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Doctor of Education
Master of Education - Research
Coursework Degrees
Master of Arts (Information Technology in Education and Training)
Creative Arts
Master of Education
Master of Physical and Health Education
Graduate Diploma in Adult Education
Graduate Diploma in Higher Education
Graduate Diploma in Vocational Education and Training
Education
Graduate Diploma in Education Primary
Graduate Diploma in Education Conversion Primary
Graduate Diploma in Education Secondary
Graduate Diploma in Education Conversion Secondary
Graduate Diploma in TESOL
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Graduate Certificate in Adult Education
Graduate Certificate in Computer Based Learning
Graduate Certificate in Early Years Education
Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership

Graduate Certificate in Gifted Education
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Graduate Certificate in Higher Education
Graduate Certificate in Interdisciplinary Studies in Education
Graduate Certificate in Literacy
Graduate Certificate in Outdoor Education
Graduate Certificate in Physical and Health Education
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Graduate Certificate in Special Education
Graduate Certificate in TESOL
Graduate Certificate in Vocational Education and Training
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Abbreviation: PhD
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Home Faculty: Education

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Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy provides the opportunity for students to pursue in-depth research in a range of areas associated
with those undertaken by the Research Units within the Faculty of Education. PhD candidates are encouraged to
become involved in research group activities and the wider research culture of the faculty.
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Entry Requirements
Entry to this degree is available to candidates who meet the University entry requirements for Doctor of Philosophy
(PhD) candidature. In the first instance this requires the completion of a Bachelors degree with Honours Class II or
higher in an appropriate area, or an equivalent qualification with an appropriate research component.
Interested candidates should contact the Director of Postgraduate Research to discuss their area of research and
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supervision.
Course Requirements
Candidates for this degree enrol in a Doctoral Thesis (THES912/924). They may also be asked to audit or enrol in
research preparation subjects (e.g. EDGZ930, 931, 932). See subject descriptions for further information. All new students
enrolling in a research degree are expected to prepare a research proposal within the first year of their candidature and to
become involved in activities such as student colloquia.
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Doctor of Education
Testamur Title of Degree: Doctor of Education
Abbreviation: EdD

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Delivery Mode: Flexible
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Overview
The Doctorate of Education (EdD) is a program to prepare professional leaders in Education. It is a doctoral level
program completed by a combination of coursework and thesis, offered in the areas of:
· Adult Education/Vocational Education and Training/Higher Education
· Educational Leadership
· Information Technology in Education and Training
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· Literacy Education
· Physical and Health Education
· Special Education (including Gifted Education)
· Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL, including TEFL)
Entry Requirements
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Entry to this degree is available to candidates who:

1. meet the University entry requirements for Doctoral candidature. Normally this would be an appropriate Masters
degree, completed at credit (65%) level or better or the completion of a Bachelors degree with Honours Class II or
higher in an appropriate area, or an equivalent qualification, and
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2. have completed a minimum of three years of relevant professional experience.

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Course Requirements
The program for the degree will require successful completion of:
1. 48 credit points of subjects including:
a) at least 24 credit points selected from subjects in the Faculty’s graduate schedule, which will provide specific
preparation for the thesis component of the degree; and
b) 24 credit points of research subjects to provide research preparation for the thesis component of the degree including
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EDGZ930 Advanced Research methods in Education
EDGZ931 Research Proposal
EDGZ932 Advanced Research Seminar
2. 96 credit points as a supervised thesis (THES912/924), to be examined externally. This thesis will contribute to two
thirds of the total assessment for this award.
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Each candidate will be required to select a program of study in consultation with their supervisor(s) and the Associate
Dean (Research and Graduate) to ensure that subjects chosen do not duplicate previous graduate work and form a
coherent pattern of study.
Candidates will be required to pass all coursework subjects at the first attempt. The coursework component of the
program must be completed with an average grade at not less than Credit (65%) level. Students who do not meet this
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requirement will have their doctoral candidature terminated.
Course Program
Subjects Credit Points
THES912 Thesis-Part-time, or 96 in total
THES924 Thesis-Full-time 96 in total
Plus subjects chosen from the lists below, as detailed above, totalling 48 cp
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Adult Education /Vocational Education & Training/Higher Education
EDGH951 Global Issues and Trends in Adult Education/Higher Education and VET 8
EDGH952 Learning about Learning in Adult Education/Higher Education and VET 8
EDGH953 Design and Use of New Technologies in Adult Education/Higher Education and 8
VET
EDGH954 Leading and Managing in Adult Education/Higher Education and VET 8
EDGH955 Continuing Professional Development in Adult Education/Higher Education and 8
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VET
EDGH956 Innovation in Adult Education/Higher Education and VET 8
EDGH957 Multiliteracies and Numeracies in Adult Education/Higher Education and VET 8
Educational Leadership
EDGL901 Foundations of Educational Leadership 6

EDGL903 Introduction to Educational Management* 6
EDGL909 Leadership of Effective Change 6
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EDGL917 Leadership in Quality Learning and Teaching 6
EDGL919 Mentoring Beginning Teachers 6
EDGL920 Leading, Developing & Managing People 6
EDGL922 Law for Educational Leaders 6
EDGL930 Work Motivation in Educational Leadership 6
EDGL931 Organisational Behaviour in Education 6
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EDGL933 Organisation Theory for Educational Leaders 6
* Compulsory subjects for students wishing to complete a major study in Educational Leadership
Information Technology in Education & Training
EDGE900 Introduction to Technology in Education 8
EDGE901 Emerging Issues in Educational Technology 8
EDGE902 Instructional Strategies and Design 8
EDGE903 Multimedia and Interface Design 8
EDGE904 On-line Learning and Teaching 8
Law
EDGE905 Evaluation of Technology-Based Learning 8

Literacy
EDGR911 Teaching Reading* 8
EDGR912 Teaching Writing* 8
EDGA971 Assessment and evaluation of language and literacy 8
EDGA987 Children’s literature 8
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*Compulsory subjects for students wishing to complete a major in Literacy

EDGT976 Text and Context 6
Physical & Health Education
EDGP910 Theory and Practice of Outdoor Education 6
EDGP911 Project for EDGP910 2
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EDGP912 Facilitation Techniques in Outdoor Education 6

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EDGP924 Young People and Health 6

EDGP930 Theoretical and Practical Bases of Coach Education 6

EDGP934 Cultural politics of sport, leisure and physical education 6
EDGP935 Leadership and Management in Physical Education, Sport and Recreation 6
EDGP990 Practicum in a Learning Environment 6
Arts

Special Education
EDGX901 Psychology for Educators 6
EDGS901 Introduction to Inclusive Education: Strategies, Policies and Legislation 6
EDGS902 Assessment and Instruction of Students with Learning Difficulties 6
EDGS903 Technologies for Students with Special Needs 6
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EDGS904 Effective Partnerships for Special Education Professionals 6

EDGS912 Contemporary Perspectives in the Education of Children with Diverse Needs 6
EDGS914 Assessment and Instruction of Individuals with Moderate to Severe Needs 6
EDGS916 Models of Behaviour Management 6
EDGS918 Approaches to Reading Difficulties: Theories and Strategies 6
EDGS920 Language and Communication Difficulties: Theory and Practice 6
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EDGS922 Teaching Gifted Children 6

EDGS924 Giftedness in Special Populations 6
*Compulsory subject for major in Special Education.
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
EDGT917 English Language: Learners Problems 6
EDGT931 Teaching Speaking and Listening 6
EDGT932 Second Language Literacy 6
Education
EDGT934 Teaching Pronunciation and Prosody 6

EDGT935 Teaching English in International Contexts 6
EDGT936 Management, Policy and Curriculum in TESOL 6
EDGT940 Materials and Technology in Second Language Teaching 6
EDGT983 Assessment in TESOL 6
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EDGT984 Theories of Second Language Learning 6

EDGT985 English in Specific Contexts 6
Interdisciplinary Studies in Education
ESGX901 Psychology for Educators 6
EDGX902 Educational Sociology: Culture, Society and Education 6
EDGX910 Researching Children 6
EDGA917 International and Intercultural Perspectives 8

Research Methodology & Project Subjects (as required)
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EDGZ903 Minor Project in Education 8

EDGZ912 Special Research Topic 8
EDGZ930 Advanced Research Methods in Education* 8
EDGZ931 Research Proposal* 8
EDGZ932 Advanced Research Seminar* 8
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EDGZ965 Vgotskian Studies in Education 4

* Compulsory subjects in EdD

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Arts - Research
Law

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Overview
The Master of Arts – Research is a specialised research degree for students who are not professionally qualified educators
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but who wish to pursue research careers in education.

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Entry Requirements
Entry is available to candidates with a Bachelors Honours degree; a Masters degree by coursework or a Bachelors degree
by coursework (or equivalent) where a Distinction average has been maintained, or a Bachelors degree by coursework
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including additional research experience deemed appropriate by the Faculty of Education.
Course Requirements
The degree program will comprise up to 72 credit points of study including:
a) 24 credit points of research subjects, which will provide research preparation for the thesis component of the degree,
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including
(i) EDGZ930 Advanced Research Methods in Education
(ii) EDGZ931 Research proposal
(iii) EDGZ932 Advanced Research Seminar
b) 48 credit points as a supervised thesis (THES912/924), to be examined externally.
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Candidates will be required to pass all coursework subjects at the first attempt. Students who do not meet this
requirement will have their candidature terminated.
Course Program
EDGZ930 Advanced Research Methods in Education 8
EDGZ931 Research Proposal 8
Education
EDGZ932 Advanced Research Seminar 8
THES912 Research Thesis part-time 48 total
Or
THES924 Research Thesis full-time 48 total
Master of Education - Research
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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Education - Research
Abbreviation MEd-Research

Delivery Mode: On campus (Flexible), Distance
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UOW Course Code: 1306, D1306
Overview
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The Master of Education - Research is a specialised research degree for students who either wish to pursue research
careers in education or whose future career will require them to interpret and apply the findings of educational research.
Entry Requirements
Entry is available to candidates with a Bachelors Honours degree with a major in Education; a Masters degree by
coursework in Education, or a Bachelors degree by coursework majoring in Education (or equivalent) where a
Distinction average has been maintained, or a Bachelors (degree) by coursework majoring in Education including Law
additional research experience deemed appropriate by the Faculty of Education. It is expected that the candidate would
have prior knowledge in an introductory research methods through a Bachelor or Masters degree program.
Course Requirements
The degree program comprises:
a) 24 credit points of research subjects which will provide research preparation for the thesis component of the degree,
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including
(i) EDGZ930 Advanced Research Methods in Education
(ii) EDGZ931 Research Proposal
(iii) EDGZ932 Advanced Research Seminar
b) a supervised thesis to the value of 48 credit points (THES912/924), to be examined externally.
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Candidates will be required to pass all coursework subjects at the first attempt. Students who do not meet this
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requirement will have their candidature terminated.

Course Program
EDGZ930 Advanced Research Methods in Education 8
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EDGZ931 Research Proposal 8

EDGZ932 Advanced Research Seminar 8
THES912 Research Thesis-Part time 48 total
or
THES924 Research Thesis-Full time 48 total
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Master of Arts (Information Technology in Education and Training)

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Arts (Information Technology in Education and Training)
Abbreviation: MA (IT in Ed)
Duration: 1 year full-time or part time equivalent
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Delivery Mode: On line
Location: Distance
UOW Course Code: DE571
CRICOS Code: N/A
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Overview
The Master of Arts specialising in Information Technology in Education and Training is aimed at those who wish to
develop their knowledge and skills in the use of technology to support teaching and learning in a range of training and
educational contexts. It is a professional development program which introduces and expands on topics of instructional
design for technology based learning; development of multimedia education programs; online learning; evaluating
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technology-based learning, cognition and interface design, and emerging issues in educational technology.
This course differs from the MEd program in that no formal teaching qualification is required for entry.
Entry Requirements
Students should hold a recognised Bachelors degree and have access to a training or educational context in which
to undertake course projects, but do not need a formal teaching qualification. Candidates with a formal teaching
qualification should consider applying for the Master of Education program.
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Course Requirements
Subjects are chosen from those listed in the Information Technology specialisation listed under the Master of Education
Program.
Course Program
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48cp of subjects, chosen from the IT specialisation, in consultation with the specialisation co-ordinator.
Master of Education
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Education
Abbreviation: MEd
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Delivery Mode: On Campus, Distance
UOW Course Code: 576, DE576
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Overview
The Master of Education is a higher degree for teachers and educators wishing to pursue advanced studies in their area
of interest. Many subjects require the application of research and theoretical insights into actual practice, and it is desirable
that students have some full-time workplace/teaching experience
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Entry Requirements
The degree is subject to the University’s rules for the award of the degree of Master together with the following
guidelines:
To qualify for admission into the Master of Education, a student must have qualified for a Bachelor degree of the
University, or an equivalent qualification from an approved institution, with a major study in Education, eg. BA plus
GDipEd, provided that the degree or equivalent qualification has a minimum study duration of four years. Other
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qualifications or substantial professional experience may be considered as meeting these requirements and should be
discussed with the Director – Graduate Teaching. Candidates with a three-year qualification in Education completed at
Distinction level may be considered for admission to the MEd program.
A candidate may not include in this degree program any subject which the candidate has previously taken and had
credited towards a qualification accepted for admission under Section 1 of these requirements.
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Course Requirements
The MEd program will normally comprise 48 credit points of study, chosen as follows.
a. EDGZ921 Introduction to Research and Inquiry (6 credit points) or equivalent. It is recommended that this subject
be completed early in the program of study; and,
b. at least 24 credit points from a single program (major study). The core of subjects to be covered to complete a major
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study will vary from program to program; and
c. up to 18 credit points of electives chosen from any Program. The amount of choice available will vary from program
to program. Students wishing to proceed directly to MEd (Research) or Doctoral programs should include Advanced
Research Methodology and project subjects in their Program, chosen in consultation with their Program coordinator.
Students might need to discuss their proposed course of study with the relevant Program Coordinator. Teaching
accreditation in specialist areas may depend on subject choice.
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Credit Transfer
The Faculty of Education may approve up to 12 credit points of credit in the Master of Education to currently enrolled
candidates who have completed other accredited professional development courses run by employing bodies. For further
information contact the Faculty, or check the Faculty of Education website, under Postgraduate Programs.
Major study requirements must still be met by the candidate, ie., normally this credit cannot be substituted for a
compulsory subject within a program, or form part of a major study within a program. Candidates may claim a maximum
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of 12 credit points of credit on this basis in one program of study.
Course Program
Adult Education/Vocational Education & Training/Higher Education

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VET
VET
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EDGL901 Foundations of Educational Leadership* 6
EDGL903 Introduction to Educational Management* 6
EDGL909 Leadership of Effective Change 6
EDGL911 Leadership of Curriculum and Instruction 6
EDGL917 Leadership in Quality Learning and Teaching 6
EDGL919 Mentoring Beginning Teachers 6
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EDGL920 Leading, Developing & Managing People 6

EDGL922 Law for Educational Leaders 6
EDGL930 Work Motivation in Educational Leadership 6
EDGL931 Organisational Behaviour in Education 6
EDGL933 Organisation Theory for Educational Leaders 6
EDGL940 Evidence-Based Learning 6
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* Compulsory subjects for a major study in Educational Leadership

As Educational Leadership subjects require the application of research and theoretical insights into actual practice, it is
desirable that students have some full-time workplace/teaching experience.
Information Technology in Education & Training
EDGE900 Introduction to Technology in Education* 8
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EDGE901 Emerging Issues in Educational Technology 8

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EDGE903 Multimedia and Interface Design 8

EDGE904 Online Learning and Teaching 8
EDGE905 Evaluation of Technology-Based Learning 8

*Compulsory subjects for a major study in Information Technology.
Literacy
EDGA971 Assessment and Evaluation of Language and Literacy 8
Arts
EDGA987 Children’s Literature 8

EDGR911 Teaching Reading* 8
EDGR912 Teaching Writing* 8
*Compulsory subjects for a major study in Literacy.
Special Education
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EDGS902 Assessment and Instruction of Students with Learning Difficulties 6
EDGS903 Technologies for Students with Special Needs 6
EDGS904 Effective Partnerships for Special Education Professionals 6
EDGS914 Assessment and Instruction of Individuals with High Support Needs 6
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EDGS922 Teaching Gifted Children 6
Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)
EDGT917 English Language: Learners Problems 6
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(Distance students only)
EDGT936 Management, Policy and Curriculum in TESOL 6
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(Distance students only)

EDGT984 Theories of Second Language Learning * 6

* Compulsory subject for a major study in TESOL
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Interdisciplinary Specialisation
These subjects may form a major study, and are also available to students from any major area of study as elective subjects
to complement the major area of study.
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EDGX917 International and Intercultural Perspectives 6

Additional subjects for this specialisation may be drawn from other specialisations but must be approved by the Director
of Graduate Teaching.
Research Methodology & Project Subjects
Subjects in this group do not constitute a separate area of major study, but provide the various methodology and project
subjects which are required for completion of the MEd and higher degrees as explained in the Patterns of Study section
for the relevant degree.
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EDGZ906 Minor Project 6

EDGZ912 Special Research Topic 8
EDGZ920 Research Project Report 2
EDGZ921 Introduction to Research and Inquiry* 6
EDGZ926 Professional Project 12
EDGZ965 Vygotskian Studies in Education 4
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* Compulsory subject in all MEd programs.

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Master of Physical and Health Education
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Physical and Health Education
Abbreviation: MPHEd
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Delivery Mode: Distance, On Campus (Online Delivery)
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Location: Distance, Wollongong
Overview
The Master of Physical and Health Education is for practitioners in sport, recreation and physical and health education
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related fields, to upgrade their qualifications and stay abreast of developments in their fields. Continuing students wishing
to discuss their progression in the program should contact the PHE Program co-ordinator.
Entry Requirements
Students will have a four year undergraduate degree with a recognized teaching credential in Physical and Health
Education. Special consideration may be given to students who have, for example, substantial experience in the field.
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Course Requirements
Core Subjects Credit Points
EDGZ921 Introduction to Research and Inquiry 6
Plus 24 cp chosen from the following list:
EDGP934 Cultural Politics of Sport, Leisure and Physical Education 6
EDGP935 Leadership and Management in Physical Education, Sport and Recreation 6
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EDGP930 Theoretical and Practical Bases of Coach Education 6
EDGP990 Practicum in a Learning Environment 6
EDGP924 Young People and Health 6

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or
Elective subjects
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Law
Science
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The remainder of the 48cp program can be chosen from the list above, or from specialisations such as, Educational
Leadership, Special Education or Information Technology specialisations, in consultation with the Physical and Health
Education Co-ordinator.
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Graduate Diploma in Adult Education

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Adult Education
Abbreviation: GDipAdultEd
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Delivery Mode: On campus (Face-to-face with online support) and Distance
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Graduate Diploma in Higher Education

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Higher Education*
Abbreviation: GDipHigherEd
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Starting Session(s): Not available 2010
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Graduate Diploma in Vocational Education and Training

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Vocational Education and Training
Abbreviation: GDipVET

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Overview
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*Please note this course is currently under review and there may be changes for students commencing from Spring
Session 2009. Please contact the Faculty for further information.
The Adult Education and Training postgraduate specialisation has been developed to respond to an emerging market in
adult, vocational training and higher education and the need to respond to initiatives in education and training around
online learning and flexible delivery. The program will capitalise on an environment of innovation and change in:
· Higher Education
Law
· TAFE and VET in Schools programs

· Health and Community Services
· Military, police and security services
· Corrective services
The courses provide opportunity for students, who are most often mid-career professionals, to develop work-based
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projects to sustain innovation and change in their own organizations in their post graduate courses.
The GDipVET meets the Australian Qualifications framework requirements for promotional positions in the TAFE
sector.
The program will incorporate a learning framework and a modular structure that provides opportunities for:
· Flexible entry and exit
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· Customisation
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· Multiple client groups to access the course in fee paying market

The program is offered in online mode and will have options for total online and mixed mode delivery depending on
student and client needs.
Entry
Entry is available to graduates of this or another approved university who seek teaching qualifications in Adult Education/
VET. Consideration will be given to candidates who can demonstrate a combination of training qualifications , eg
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Certificate IV, and professional experience that are equivalent to a three year degree.
Course Program
Subjects Credit
Points
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EDGH953 Design and Use of New Technologies in Adult Education/Higher Education and VET 8
EDGH955 Continuing Professional Development in Adult Education/Higher Education and VET 8
Or other subjects selected in consultation with the Program Co-ordinator.
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Graduate Diploma in Education Primary
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Education Primary
Abbreviation: GDipEd
Duration: 1 calendar year
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Delivery Mode: On campus (Face-to-face with online support)
Starting Session(s): GDE primary autumn (January)
Location: Wollongong, Shoalhaven, Bega and Batemans Bay
UOW Course Code: 685, SH685, BE685, BB685
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Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Education Primary provides a professional course of pre-service education for intending
primary school teachers. The structure of the program seeks to combine the practical and theoretical elements of
teaching by engaging students in professional aspects, including methods (Key Learning Areas-KLA) and classroom

practice, from the beginning of the course. Underpinning and integrated within the professional aspects are curriculum
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studies and the “foundation” disciplines of education. Each component is intended to contribute to the development
of concepts and skills relating to an understanding of, and competence in, teaching. It is expected that prospective
teachers will develop as autonomous professionals who will be competent, innovative, and capable of contributing to the
formulation of curriculum in schools and committed to their own continuous professional growth.
The course is a 72 credit point program accelerated into one extended calendar year, commencing mid January and
concluding late November. It is not possible to commence the course in the middle of the year and part time study is
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only offered at the satellite campuses.
The GDipEd program involves lectures, seminars, tutorials, individual assignments, group exercises and eleven weeks of
full-time professional experience in schools.
Literacy Requirements
To satisfy the outcomes of all professional experiences students will require highly developed written and spoken English
literacy skills. Students may be required to complete private tuition or courses in English literacy to develop their spoken
and written English skills to a level of competency that will enable them to meet professional experience outcomes. These
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outcomes are required to satisfactorily pass this course.

Entry Requirements
Entry is available to graduates of this or another approved university who seek teacher qualifications. Entry to the course
is based on academic merit and suitability of the first degree to teaching requirements. Preference will be given to
graduates of the University of Wollongong. A statement of interests and experience in Education will be requested from
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applicants and will be considered as part of the selection process.

Students are also advised to check with the Faculty through the Faculty’s Student Service Centre (Building 23, Room
G21) regarding the combinations of undergraduate subjects which will satisfy the requirements of the NSW Department
of Education. A Formal Assessment letter from the Faculty of Education stating that the student’s undergraduate program
is acceptable to the NSW Institute of Teachers for recognition as a teacher of Primary is compulsory for each student in
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their application.
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See the Graduate Diploma in Education link on the Faculty of Education Teacher Education Courses webpage for more
information about the application process.
(www.uow.edu.au/educ/courses/graddiped)

Prohibited Employment Legislation
Under the Child Protection ( Prohibited Employment ) Act 1998, all students enrolled in this degree are required to
complete a Prohibited Employment Declaration before undertaking any professional experience that involves children or
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young people.
Course Requirements
Students must satisfactorily complete every subject and major component in their program of study before the Graduate
Diploma in Education will be awarded. More specific details of assessment will be given in individual subject outlines.
Students are required to successfully complete all subjects relevant to their particular area of study.
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A letter from the Faculty of Education stating that the student’s undergraduate program is acceptable to the Department
of Education and Training for employment as a teacher of Primary Education is compulsory for each student in their
application.
Course Program
Subjects Credit Points Session
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For students pursuing Primary School Methods: 72cp program as listed below
EDGD800 Professional Experience 0 GDE Annual
EDGD801 Learning and Behaviour 6 GDE Autumn
EDGD802 Educational Sociology 6 GDE Spring
EDGD803 Literacy Across the Curriculum 6 GDE Autumn
EDGD804 Personal Development, Health and Physical Education 6 GDE Spring
EDGD806 Aboriginal Education 6 GDE Autumn
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EDGD807 Learners with Special Needs 6 GDE Spring

EDGD808 Quality Teaching 6 GDE Autumn
EDGD810 English KLA 5 GDE Primary
Autumn
EDGD811 Mathematics KLA 5 GDE Spring
EDGD812 Science and Technology KLA 5 GDE Autumn
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EDGD813 Creative Arts KLA 5 GDE Spring

EDGD814 Human Society and Its Environment KLA 5 GDE Spring
EDGD815 Numeracy KLA 5 GDE Primary
Autumn
Graduate Diploma in Education Conversion Primary

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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Education Conversion Primary

Abbreviation: GDipEdConv(Prim)
Duration: 1 calendar year
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Starting Session(s): GDE primary Autumn (January)

Location: Wollongong, Shoalhaven, Bega and Batemans Bay
UOW Course Code: 688, SH688, BE688, BB688
Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Education Conversion Primary provides a conversion course for applicants with a recognised
secondary teaching qualification who wish to retrain as Primary teachers. The conversion course meets the requirements
of the NSW Institute of Teachers for retraining teachers.
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The structure of the program seeks to combine the practical and theoretical elements of teaching by engaging students in
professional aspects, including methods (Key Learning Areas-KLA) and classroom practice, and a supervised Professional
Experience.
The course is a 48 credit point program taught over one extended calendar year, commencing mid January and
concluding late November.
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The GDipEd program involves lectures, seminars, tutorials, individual assignments, group exercises and a minimum of 23
days full-time professional experience in Primary schools.
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Entry Requirements
Entry is available to graduates of this or another approved university who have recognised existing 4-year qualifications in
Secondary School teaching. Candidates must also have met the NSWIT subject content requirements for Primary school
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teaching in their undergraduate degree.
Entry to the course is based on academic merit and suitability of the first degree to teaching requirements in the Primary
area. Applicants must have confirmation in writing from the NSW Department of Education as to exactly which areas
must be completed for conversion.
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G21) regarding the combinations of methods which will satisfy the requirements of the NSW Department of Education.
A Formal Assessment letter from the Faculty of Education stating that the student’s undergraduate program is acceptable
to the NSW Institute of Teachers for recognition as a teacher of Primary, is compulsory for each student in their
application.
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Under the Child Protection ( Prohibited Employment ) Act 1998, all students enrolled in this degree are required to
young people, if they have not been appropriately screened for employment purposes.
Course Requirements
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Diploma in Education Conversion (Primary) will be awarded. More specific details of assessment will be given in
individual subject outlines.
Students are required to successfully complete all subjects relevant to their particular area of study.
A letter from the Faculty of Education stating that the student’s undergraduate program is acceptable to the NSWIT for
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employment as a teacher of Primary Education is compulsory for each student in their application.
Course Program
Subjects Credit Points Session
For students pursuing Primary School Methods: 48cp program as listed below
EDGD810 English KLA 5 GDE Primary

Autumn
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EDGD811 Mathematics KLA 5 GDE Primary
Spring
EDGD812 Science and Technology KLA 5 GDE Autumn
EDGD813 Creative Arts KLA 5 GDE Spring
EDGD814 Human Society and Its Environment KLA 5 GDE Spring
EDGD815 Numeracy KLA 5 GDE Primary
Autumn
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EDGD803 Literacy Across the Curriculum 6 GDE Autumn
EDGD804 Personal Development, Health and Physical Education 6 GDE Spring
One of
EDGC801 Professional Experience 6 GDE Autumn
EDGC802 Professional Experience 6 GDE Spring
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Science
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Graduate Diploma in Education Secondary
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Education Secondary
Abbreviation: GDipEd
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Duration: 1 year
Starting Session(s): GDE Autumn (February)
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Location: Wollongong,Shoalhaven, Batemans Bay, Bega

UOW Course Code: 686, SH686, BB686, BE686
Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Education Secondary provides a professional course of pre-service education for intending
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secondary school teachers. The structure of the program seeks to combine the practical and theoretical elements of
teaching by engaging students in professional aspects, including Methods work and classroom practice, from the beginning
of the course. Underpinning and integrated with the professional aspects are curriculum studies and the “foundation”
disciplines of education. Each component is intended to contribute to the development of concepts and skills relating to
an understanding of, and competence in, teaching. It is expected that prospective teachers will develop as autonomous
professionals who will be competent, innovative, and capable of contributing to the formulation of curriculum in schools
and committed to their own continuous professional growth.
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The course is for one year full-time at Wollongong campus, over an extended academic year of 36 teaching weeks from
mid February to late November. Part-time study is only available at satellite campuses. The Methods areas offered each
year will depend on the number of applications received in each area.
The GDipEd program involves lectures, seminars, tutorials, individual assignments, group exercises and eleven weeks of
full-time professional experience in schools.
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Entry Requirements
Entry is available to graduates of this or another approved university who seek teacher qualifications. Entry to the course
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is based on academic merit and suitability of the first degree to teaching requirements. Preference will be given to
graduates of the University of Wollongong. A statement of interests and experience in Education will be requested from
applicants and will be considered as part of the selection process.
Under the Child Protection (Prohibited Employment ) Act 1998, all students enrolled in this degree are required to
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young people.
Course Requirements
Diploma in Education will be awarded. More specific details of assessment will be given in individual subject outlines.
Students are required to successfully complete Core and Methods subjects relevant to their particular area of study. The
Method areas which are available may differ from year to year.
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Secondary Methods currently offered are: Business Studies, Legal Studies, Geography, Modern History, English,
Computing Studies, Drama, French, Mathematics, Science,Visual Art, Music, Physical and Health Education, Society and
Culture. Students are advised to check with the Faculty regarding the availability of specific Methods subjects.
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to the NSW Institute of Teachers for recognition as a teacher of the chosen methods area(s) is compulsory for each
student in their application.
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Course Program
Subjects Session Session Credit Points
For those students pursuing secondary school methods: 54cp Program, as below.
EDGD800 Professional Experience GDE Annual 0
EDGD801 Learning and Behaviour GDE Autumn 6
EDGD802 Educational Sociology GDE Spring 6
EDGD803 Literacy Across the Curriculum GDE Autumn 6
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EDGD804 Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (not PHE GDE Spring 6
methods students)
EDGD805 Professional Skills for PDHPE(PHE students only) GDE Spring 6
EDGD806 Aboriginal Education GDE Autumn 6
EDGD807 Learners with Special Needs GDE Spring 6
EDGD808 Quality Teaching GDE Autumn 6
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Plus two Secondary Methods in an approved combination, chosen from the following list (6cp each)
EDGD820 Science Method 1 GDE Annual 6
EDGD822 Mathematics Method 1 GDE Annual 6
EDGD824 English Method GDE Annual 6
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EDGD825 History Method GDE Annual 6
EDGD826 Geography Method GDE Annual 6
EDGD827 Commerce and Business Studies Method GDE Annual 6
EDGD828 Legal Studies Method GDE Annual 6
EDGD829 Music Method 1 GDE Annual 6
EDGD831 Visual Arts Method 1 GDE Annual 6
Education
EDGD833 Drama Method GDE Annual 6
EDGD834 French Method GDE Annual 6
EDGD835 Computer Studies Method 1 GDE Annual 6
EDGD837 Personal Development, Health and Physical Education Method 1 GDE Annual 6
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EDGD840 Society and Culture Method GDE Annual 6
Graduate Diploma in Education Conversion Secondary

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Education Conversion Secondary

Abbreviation: GDipEdConv(Sec)
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Duration: 1 session
Starting Session(s): GDE Autumn
Location: Wollongong,Shoalhaven, Batemans Bay, Bega
UOW Course Code: 689, SH689, BB689, BE689
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Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Education Conversion Secondary provides a conversion course for students with an existing
qualification in Primary teaching who wish to re-train as Secondary teachers. The course is for one year full-time, over an
extended academic year of 36 teaching weeks from mid February to late November.
The GDipEd Conversion Secondary program involves lectures, seminars, tutorials, individual assignments, group exercises
and a minimum of 23 days of full-time professional experience in Secondary schools.
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Entry Requirements
Entry is available to graduates of this or another approved university who have recognised existing 3 or 4-year
qualifications in Primary School teaching. Candidates must have met the NSWIT subject content requirements for the
appropriate Secondary teaching area in their undergraduate degree.
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Entry to the course is based on academic merit and suitability of the first degree to teaching requirements in the
appropriate Methods area. Applicants must have confirmation in writing from the NSW Department of Education as to
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exactly which areas must be completed for conversion.

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to the NSW Institute of Teachers for recognition as a teacher of the chosen methods area(s) is compulsory for each
student in their application.
www.uow.edu.au/educ/courses/graddiped
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Under the Child Protection (Prohibited Employment ) Act 1998, all students enrolled in this degree are required to
young people, if they have not been appropriately screened for employment purposes.
Course Requirements
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Diploma in Education Conversion Secondary will be awarded. More specific details of assessment will be given in
individual subject outlines.
Students are required to successfully complete Methods subjects and Professional Experience relevant to their particular
area of study, plus any other requirements as set out by the NSW Institute of Teachers. The Method areas which are
available may differ from year to year.
Secondary Methods currently offered are: Commerce/Business Studies, Legal Studies, Geography, Modern History,
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English, Computing Studies, Drama, French, Mathematics, Science, Art, Music, Physical and Health Education, Society
and Culture.
Students are advised to check with the Faculty regarding the availability of specific Methods subjects.
A letter from the Faculty of Education stating that the student’s undergraduate program is acceptable to the NSWITfor
recognition as a teacher of the chosen methods area(s) is compulsory for each student in their application.
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Course Program
For those students pursuing secondary school methods: 18cp Program, as below.
At least one of
EDGC801 Professional Experience GDE Autumn 6
EDGC802 Professional Experience GDE Spring 6

Plus a maximum of two Secondary Methods in an approved combination, chosen from the following list (6cp each)
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EDGD824 English Method GDE Annual 6
EDGD825 Modern History Method GDE Annual 6
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EDGD826 Geography Method GDE Annual 6

EDGD827 Commerce and Business Studies Method GDE Annual 6
EDGD828 Legal Studies Method GDE Annual 6
EDGD833 Drama Method GDE Annual 6
Law
EDGD834 French Method GDE Annual 6

EDGD840 Society and Culture Method GDE Annual 6
Science
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Graduate Diploma in TESOL
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in TESOL
Abbreviation: GDipTESOL
Arts
Commerce
EDU Distance intakes
UOW Course Code: 669, DE669
Overview
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The Graduate Diploma in TESOL provides a substantial specialist qualification for working in the English language
teaching area. It meets the specific professional development needs of a broad range of English language teachers and
educators. Participants can choose from a range of subjects which provide a foundation in second language teaching and
learning. The course includes a supervised TESOL practicum - a requirement of most employers. Applicants are advised to
check with potential employing bodies regarding employment requirements.
The course prepares students to work in a wide variety of contexts in Australia and internationally with children,
teenagers and adults. It provides students with in-depth understanding of areas such as second language development,
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systems of language and computer assisted language learning along with practical skills in second language teaching and
learning. While it has a strong practical core, it has a greater emphasis on theory than the Graduate Certificate in TESOL.
The course may provide credit towards the Master of Education in TESOL and for those without a background in
Education, may serve as an alternative entry into the Master of Education program.
This course is offered both on campus and through distance education (delivered primarily online).
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Entry Requirements
Candidates must meet the normal University requirements for Graduate Diploma entry, ie, a three-year Bachelor degree
or equivalent.
It is assumed that students will have at least a three-year undergraduate degree, preferably including subjects related to the

teaching of English (for example, TESOL, English Literature, Applied Linguistics). No teaching experience is required.
Students from a Non-English speaking background must also meet current Faculty English language requirements (6.5
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IELTS).
Credit Transfer
Candidates who have completed a Certificate in English Language Teaching to Adults (CELTA) or equivalent
qualification, in addition to the normal Graduate Diploma entry requirements, may be eligible for up to 6 credit points
credit in the GDipTESOL
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Course Program
The GradDipTESOL consists of 48cp of subjects chosen from the list below, including either EDGT938 or EDGT937.
It is recommended that students take EDGT930 early in their study program. On-campus students should consult the
relevant timetable to plan their course of study, as not all subjects are offered each session.
Students must take 48cp chosen from the following subjects:
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EDGT917 English Language: Learners’ Problems 6

EDGT930 Methodology in Second Language Teaching* 6
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(Available by distance only)

EDGT937 Field Experience Project in TESOL* 6
EDGT938 Professional Experience in TESOL* 6
EDGX917 International and Intercultural Perspectives in Education 6
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EDGT984 Theories of Second Language Learning* 6
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EDGT985 Teaching English in Specific Contexts 6
* EDGT930, EDGT984 and one of EDGT937 or EDGT938 are compulsory core subjects in the GDipTESOL

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Adult Education
Abbreviation: GCertAdEd
Arts

Duration: 1 session or equivalent part time
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Overview
This program seeks to explore adult education in a broad cross-sectoral response and will also aim to have significant links
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with other programs in the Faculty of Education.

The program seeks to capitalise on an environment of innovation and change in:
· Higher Education
Education
· Corrective services
The course provides opportunity for students, who are most often mid-career professionals, to develop work-based
The program incorporates a learning framework and a modular structure that provides opportunities for:
· flexible entry and exit
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· customisation
· multiple client groups to access the course in fee paying market
Entry Requirements
Entry is available to candidates who satisfy the University’s entry requirements for Graduate Certificates (i.e. a three year
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degree or equivalent).
Course Program
Subjects chosen from the list below to total 24 credit points.
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VET
VET
Law

Science
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Graduate Certificate in Computer Based Learning
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Computer Based Learning
Abbreviation: GCertCompBasedLearn
Arts
Duration: 1 session full-time or part-time equivalent
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Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Computer-Based Learning is designed to enable graduates to extend their knowledge of the
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use of computer technology in teaching.
Entry Requirements
Entry is available to candidates who satisfy the University’s entry requirements for Graduate Certificates (i.e. a three-year
Credit Transfer
Education
Students who wish to continue onto the MEd program can transfer 24 credit points for subjects completed in a Graduate
Certificate program, provided the candidate has not formally graduated with the Graduate Certificate award. If the
candidate has formally received the Graduate Certificate, up to 12 credit points of credit will be granted towards the MEd.
Course Program
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Plus other subjects chosen from the subjects listed in the Information Technology in Education and Training Program
chosen in consultation with the Course Co-ordinator to complete a 24 credit point program.
Graduate Certificate in Early Years Education

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Early Years Education
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Abbreviation: GCertEarlyYearsEd
Duration: Two sessions part time
Delivery Mode: Online with face-to-face support
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Location: Wollongong, Bega, Bateman’s Bay, Shoalhaven
CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Early Years Education is an exciting new program which specialises in working with children
0-5 years. It is a specialist postgraduate early childhood education program of the highest quality studied part time over
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one academic year, ensuring that graduates are well equipped for the increasingly expanding and rewarding role of early
childhood educator. This Graduate Certificate is part of a strategy by the University and the Faculty of Education to
prioritise education in the Early Years. The Certificate supports the capacity of relevant professionals to meet workforce
requirements in line with Australian Government directions in early childhood education and care reform.
At the time of printing the new program is being assessed by the NSW Department of Community Services to ensure
the Graduate Certificate meets all the regulatory requirements for staff member positions in licensed child care services.
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The Graduate Certificate in Early Years Education will provide:

a) a fourth year of study in Early Childhood Education for students who have completed a three year early childhood
qualification
b) an accredited Early Years Education qualification for teachers who have qualified in Primary Education and are
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working in early childhood

c) a postgraduate program of study for students interested in pursuing higher degree study in this area.
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Current employment experiences will be recognised for professional experience but recognition by DOCS requires
students to demonstrate competence across the entire 0-5 years age range. This may require some field visits or
placements.

Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
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3 or 4 year recognised teaching qualification or equivalent eg. Bachelor of Teaching or Bachelor of Education
Other Acceptable Qualifications: 3 year degree plus Grad Diploma in Education
Special Note: Entry may be considered for students with a combination of tertiary studies and professional experience
that is deemed equivalent to a three year teaching degree.
English Language Requirements
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Standard English Language Requirements: IELTS score - Minimum overall: 7

Reading: 7 Writing: 6.5 Speaking: 6 Listening: 6
This minimum level of English language proficiency is so that students can function effectively in a professional early
years setting.
Course Program
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The Graduate Certificate in Early Years Education consists of 24 credit points of study, completed over a minimum of
one year of part-time study. The four subjects are chosen from the list below, however other subjects from the Faculty’s
postgraduate program could be included with the approval of the Early Years Program Director.
Subjects
Subject Code Subject Name Credit Points Delivery method(s)
Education
EDGY901 Pedagogy Practice and Play in the Early Years 6 distance

EDGY902 Early Years Curriculum Studies 6 distance
EDGY903 Socio-cultural Perspectives in the Early Years 6 distance
EDGY904 Management, Supervision and Leadership for Early Childhood 6 distance
Professionals
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Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership
Abbreviation: GCertEdLead

Delivery Mode: On campus (Face-to-face with online support), Distance
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Starting Sessions: Autumn, Spring

Overview
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The Graduate Certificate in Educational Leadership is designed to provide an opportunity for mid-career professionals
with a background in schools, tertiary education and adult education and training to undertake an intensive professional
development program to address the changing nature of their work.
Entry Requirements
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Credit Transfer
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Up to 6cp of credit may be granted in the GCertEdLeadership, for relevant study or professional development courses
completed, that are in addition to the normal entry requirement for this program.
Course Program
EDGL901 Foundations of Educational Leadership 6
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EDGL903 Introduction to Educational Management 6

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Plus other subjects chosen from the subjects listed in the Educational Leadership Program chosen in consultation with
the course co-ordinator to complete a 24 credit point program.
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Graduate Certificate in Gifted Education
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Gifted Education
Abbreviation: GCertGiftedEd
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Delivery Mode: On campus (Face-to-face with online support), Distance
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Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Gifted Education is designed to provide a specialist qualification in the area of Gifted
Education for graduates interested in qualifying in this area. The course consists of 24 credit points generally completed
over twelve months.
Entry Requirements
Education
Credit Transfer
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Course Program
Students must complete 24cp chosen from the subjects listed below. Other subjects from the Special Education may be
included with the approval of the specialisation program co-ordinator.

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EDGS922 Teaching Gifted Students 6
EDGS912 Contemporary Perspectives in the Education of Students with Diverse Needs 6
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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Higher Education
Abbreviation: GCertHighEd
Duration: 1 session full time or part time equivalent
Law
Overview
Science
This program is available to all existing and newly appointed academic staff of the University. The course will allow staff
to develop their teaching capabilities and obtain a formal award as evidence of appropriate teaching skills.
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Higher Education
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TAFE and VET in Schools programs

Health and Community Services
Military, police and security services

Corrective services
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· Customisation
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student and client needs. Staff who successfully completes the Graduate Certificate in Higher Education would be
eligible to enrol in the Graduate Diploma in Adult Education and Training with credit for three subjects on condition
that the applicant surrender the Graduate Certificate.
Entry Requirements
Entry is available to candidates who satisfy the University’s entry requirements for Graduate Certificates (ie., a three year
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Credit Transfer
Education
Course Program
Subjects are chosen from the list below in consultation with the course co-ordinator to total 24cp of study.
EDGH953 Design and Use of New Technologies in Adult Education/Higher Education 8
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and VET
EDGH955 Continuing Professional Development in Adult Education/Higher Education 8
and VET

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Graduate Certificate in Interdisciplinary Studies in Education

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Interdisciplinary Studies in Education
Abbreviation: GCertInterDisStEd
Duration: 1 session full-time or part time equivalent
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Delivery Mode: On campus
Law
Overview
This new program provides the opportunity for students to combine studies in a number of the specialist postgraduate
areas of the Faculty, and also to explore issues in the foundation areas of Educational Psychology and Sociology.
The Graduate Certificate in Interdisciplinary Studies can also be used as a pathway for entry into the MEd for students
who do not have the four year teaching degree required for Masters entry.
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These subjects may form a major study in a Master of Education program, and are also available to students from any
major area of study as elective subjects to complement the major area of study. All subjects in this specialisation are
delivered to comply with the Federal Government National Code requirements for international students (ie at least 75%
face-to-face delivery).
Entry Requirements
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Entry is available to candidates who satisfy the University’s entry requirements for Graduate Certificates (i.e. a three year
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Credit Transfer
Students who wish to continue onto the MEd may transfer up to 24 credit points for subjects completed in a Graduate
Certificate program, provided the candidate has not formally graduated with the Graduate Certificate award and these
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subjects are over and above the MEd entry requirements. If the candidate has formally received the Graduate Certificate,
up to 12 credit points of credit may be granted towards the MEd, provided MEd entry requirements are met.
Course Program
Subjects chosen from the list below to total 24 credit points.
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EDGX917 International and Intercultural Perspectives in Education 8
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Additional subjects for this specialisation may be drawn from other specialisations but must be approved by the Director
of Graduate Teaching.
Graduate Certificate in Literacy

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Literacy
Abbreviation: GCertLiteracy
Education
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Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Literacy is designed to provide a specialist qualification in the area of Literacy Education for
teachers interested in qualifying in this area. This is offered using online delivery methods only.

Entry Requirements
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Credit Transfer
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candidate has formally received the Graduate Certificate, up to 12 credit points of credit will be granted towards the
MEd. Credit is only granted for study that is over and above the entry requirements for the MEd.
Course Program
EDGR911 Teaching Reading 8
EDGR912 Teaching Writing 8
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Plus one of the following:

EDGA971 Assessment and Evaluation of Language and Literacy 8
EDGA987 Children’s Literature 8
Science
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Graduate Certificate in Outdoor Education
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Outdoor Education
Abbreviation: GCertOutdoorEd
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Duration: 1 session full-time or part time equivalent
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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Outdoor Education is designed for educators interested in attaining the necessary skills and
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competencies to effectively teach outdoor education in a school or training setting. Outdoor Education draws on the
disciplines of experiential education, adventure education, environmental education, social science and the humanities.
The course consists of 24 credit points generally completed over twelve months.
Subjects are delivered flexibly, ie require attendance at weekend activities on or near the Wollongong campus.
Entry Requirements
Education
Credit Transfer
candidate has formally received the Graduate Certificate, up to 12 credit points of credit will be granted towards the
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MEd. Credit will only be granted for subjects completed over and above the entry requirements for the MEd.
Course Program
Four compulsory subjects (totalling 16 credit points) in the major study area:
EDGP910 Introduction to Outdoor Education 6

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EDGP912 Facilitation Techniques in Outdoor Education 6

Plus 8 credit points chosen from the PE/Health specialisation or the following areas of the Graduate Schedule:
Educational Leadership, Adult Education, Environmental Education or related Project subjects.
Graduate Certificate in Physical and Health Education

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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Physical and Health Education

Abbreviation: GCertPE&Health
Duration: One session full-time
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Starting Session(s): EDU January Intake

Overview
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The Graduate Certificate in Physical and Health Education is designed as a bridging program to update knowledge in
relation to Adolescent Health and Practical Studies for domestic and international students. It will also provide an avenue
for professional development of practicing teachers.
Entry Requirements
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Entry to this course will generally be on successful completion of an undergraduate degree or equivalent. Students must
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meet the English language requirements of the Graduate Diploma in Education.

Course Program
EDGP901 Adolescent Health Studies I 6
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EDGP902 Adolescent Health Studies II 6
EDGP903 Promoting Physical Activity I 6
EDGP904 Promoting Physical Activity II 6
Graduate Certificate in Special Education
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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Special Education
Abbreviation: GCertSpecialEd
Delivery Mode: On Campus (face to face with online support) and Distance
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Overview
Education
The Graduate Certificate in Special Education is designed to provide a specialist qualification in the area of Special
Education for graduates interested in qualifying in this area. Contact the Special Education program co-ordinator for
more details. The course consists of 24 credit points completed over twelve months.
Entry Requirements
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Credit Transfer
Students who wish to continue onto the MEd may transfer up to 24 credit points for subjects completed in a Graduate
Certificate program, provided the candidate has not formally graduated with the Graduate Certificate award and these
subjects are over and above the MEd entry requirements. If the candidate has formally received the Graduate Certificate,

up to 12 credit points of credit may be granted towards the MEd, provided MEd entry requirements are met.
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Course Program
Students must complete 24cp chosen from the following subjects:
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EDGS914 Assessment and Instruction of Individuals with High Support Needs 6
Law
Science
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Graduate Certificate in TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of
Other Languages)
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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in TESOL

Abbreviation: GCertTESOL
Duration: 1 session full time or equivalent part time
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EDU Distance intakes
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Overview
The Graduate Certificate in TESOL provides an accredited specialist qualification for teachers who want to teach English
to speakers of other languages in Australia or internationally to children, teenagers or adults. The course is regarded as a
highly practical qualification for those with little or no experience in second language teaching.
The course consists of a choice of four subjects and includes a supervised TESOL practicum required by employer bodies.
Participants can choose from a range of subjects which provide a foundation in second language teaching and learning.
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Despite its emphasis on practice, all subjects are underpinned by the latest research and theory in the field. Participants
learn how to develop teaching programs and lesson plans, how to assess students’ language, how to teach the skills of
reading, writing, speaking and listening as well as grammar and vocabulary. Applicants are advised to check with potential
employing bodies regarding employment requirements.
This course is offered both on campus and through distance education (delivered primarily online) for students who
would otherwise not be able to undertake a postgraduate course at the University.
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Entry Requirements
A degree equivalent to 3 year Australian bachelors, including a teaching qualification or appropriate equivalent
professional teaching experience.
The GCertTESOL assumes an undergraduate background and some practical classroom experience in TESOL. It
provides the formal theoretical component and supervised practicum experience required in a formal accredited teaching
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qualification. Those with no teaching experience should apply for the Graduate Diploma in TESOL.
International students must meet the current Faculty English Language requirements (6.5 IELTS).
Course Program
Subjects are chosen from the list below to complete 24 credit points.
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EDGT917 English Language: Learners’ Problems 6

EDGT930 Methodology in Second Language Teaching* 6
EDGT937 Field Experience Project in TESOL* 6
EDGT938 Practicum in TESOL* 6
Law

EDGT984 Theories of Second Language Learning 6
Science
* EDGT930 and one of EDGT937 or EDGT938 are core subjects in the GCertTESOL.
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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Adult Education
Abbreviation: GCertAdEd
Arts
Duration: 1 session or part time equivalent
Delivery Mode: On campus (Face-to-Face with flexible-Online support), Distance
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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Higher Education
Abbreviation: GCertHighEd
Education
Graduate Certificate in Vocational Education and Training

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Vocational Education and Training
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Abbreviation: GCertVET

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Overview
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· Higher Education
· Corrective services Law
projects to sustain innovation and change in their own organisations in their post graduate courses.
· Customisation
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The Graduate Certificate is offered in the three streams of Adult Education, Higher Education and VET and assessment
tasks are focussed in the relevant group of learners.
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Entry Requirements
Entry is available to candidates who satisfy the University’s entry requirements for Graduate Certificates (i.e. a three
year degree or equivalent). Consideration will be given to candidates who can demonstrate a combination of training
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qualifications , eg Certificate IV and professional experience that are equivalent to a three year degree, but candidates
should check whether this pathway meets the formal teaching accreditation requirements of their employers.
Entry into the Graduate Certificate assumes experience in teaching and a students must have a workplace context to
satisfactorily complete these assessment tasks.
Credit Transfer
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Course Program
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Subjects are chosen from the list below in consultation with the course co-ordinator, to total 24 credit points.
EDGH953 Design and Use of New Technologies in Adult Education/Higher Education and VET 8
EDGH955 Continuing Professional Development in Adult Education/Higher Education and VET 8
Education

Engineering
Sciences
Informatics
Law
Science
Sydney Business
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SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS writing; Course involves residential sessions, on line
learning, and support ; Practicum assessed jointly
by University staff and DET line supervisors.
EDGA917 International & Intercultural
Arts
Perspectives EDGD800 Professional Experience
Not on offer in 2010 GDE Annual Batemans Bay On Campus
Credit Points: 8 GDE Annual Bega On Campus
Pre-requisites: None GDE Annual Shoalhaven On Campus
Co-requisites: None GDE Annual Wollongong On Campus
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Subject Description: Learning and teaching is Credit Points: 0
strongly influenced by international developments in Pre-requisites: None
education and by multicultural learning environments. Co-requisites: None
Students will critically analyse issues of language Exclusions: EDGC800
policy, intercultural communication, ethnicity, culture, Subject Description: This subject is the compulsory
and power from contemporary international and professional experience component of the program.
intercultural perspectives. Students will explore concepts
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It involves field experience in schools and practice
of international education, internationalisation, global teaching in schools. Emphasis is placed on lesson
education and socio-cultural contexts of teaching, planning, classroom management, and catering for
including education in less industrialised regions of a diversity of learners in the classroom, Students
the world and education for minority groups. will also be required to reflect on their roles and
EDGA971 Assessment and Evaluation responsibilities in child protection and welfare.
of Language and Literacy
Education
EDGD801 Learning and Behaviour
Autumn Wollongong Flexible GDE Autumn Batemans Bay On Campus
Credit Points: 8 GDE Autumn Bega On Campus
Pre-requisites: None GDE Autumn Shoalhaven On Campus
Co-requisites: None GDE Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Subject Description: This subject examines both Credit Points: 6
past and current issues and theoretical underpinnings
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of evaluating student learning. It will critically examine Co-requisites: None
these issues in terms of contemporary theories of Subject Description: The subject will focus on the
language and literacy learning. It will draw on recent psychology of learners with an emphasis on effective
research and theory related to the areas of psychometrics, teaching and classroom management strategies. The
qualitative evaluation, and linguistics. Students will also theories of teaching and learning, as well as the models of

be required to trial and evaluate a range of assessment classroom management, will inform pre-service teachers
and evaluation instruments and procedures.
Sciences
on planning for effective learning and thereby reducing
EDGA987 Children’s Literature teacher stress. This unit will assist with identifying
common causes of behavioral problems in the classroom
Spring Wollongong Flexible
and will offer strategies for dealing with these problems
Credit Points: 8
Pre-requisites: None EDGD802 Educational Sociology
Co-requisites: None GDE Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Informatics
Subject Description: Students will be guided towards
GDE Spring Batemans Bay On Campus
an appreciation, enjoyment, evaluation and critique of a
GDE Spring Bega On Campus
broad range of children’s literature in the light of various
theories of literary criticism. In addition, participants will GDE Spring Shoalhaven On Campus
become familiar with a number of strategies relating to GDE Spring Wollongong On Campus
children’s literacy for use in the classroom. Students will be Credit Points: 6
asked to consider the apparent assumptions about children Pre-requisites: None
as readers in the texts examined and the relationship Co-requisites: None
Law
between new technologies and children’s literature. Exclusions: EDGC812

Subject Description: This subject focuses on ways
EDGB914 School Counselling in Context in which a teacher can celebrate the diversity of school
Annual Wollongong Flexible contexts and diversity among learners, and apply a
Credit Points: 6 philosophy of equity for student learning from K-12. It
Pre-requisites: None aims to provide students with an understanding of the
Science
Co-requisites: None role of education in issues such as gender, class, ‘race’,

Subject Description: The following areas will be ethnicity and ability. It also aims to engage students
addressed by students in on line lectures and forums, in the debates around contemporary issues such as
readings and assessment tasks. Counselling theories ‘inclusion’, issues in schools and families, perceptions
including Skilled Helper model; Interviewing of gender and sexualities, cultural diversity, and the
Sydney Business
skills; Development of a Portfolio that indicates use and critique of technology and mass media.
knowledge of local community resources, observation
School
and understanding of diversity of counsellor roles;

Individual student management plans and report

EDGD803 Literacy Across The Curriculum a whole school and subject specific setting and those
GDE Autumn Batemans Bay On Campus wishing to be effective teachers need to be able to
GDE Autumn Bega On Campus apply their professional skills in a variety of contexts
Arts
GDE Autumn Shoalhaven On Campus

EDGD806 Aboriginal Education
GDE Autumn Wollongong On Campus
GDE Autumn Batemans Bay On Campus
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None GDE Autumn Bega On Campus
Co-requisites: None GDE Autumn Shoalhaven On Campus
Exclusions: EDGC812, EDGC822 GDE Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Commerce
Subject Description: EDGD803 explores the teaching Credit Points: 6

of Literacy in both the primary and secondary school Pre-requisites: None
classroom. It does so through developing an understanding Co-requisites: None
of several key areas that impact upon the teaching of Subject Description: The subject covers a range
Literacy. Learning language is both social and functional of selected topics that relate to Aboriginal education
that is made up of a set of symbols that children learn including: history, survival, health, Aboriginal perspectives
Creative Arts
to control, interact with and use to make meaning. and the impact of socio-cultural factors on teaching and
Teaching children about Literacy should be planned, learning and Quality Teaching. Students will examine
systematic and balanced as process, strategies and skills are best practice and case studies that identify what’s
addressed in meaningful ways to develop understanding. working in schools. Overall the subject aims to build the
Teachers need to constantly engage in a reflective capacity of students to engage and deliver Aboriginal
cycle of assessment and evaluation as they develop and pedagogies and make learning meaningful for Aboriginal
implement literacy opportunities for their students. students in a sensitive and culturally safe environment
Education
These should be supported by an in-depth understanding for all. Students will also be provided with Aboriginal
of the support documents of the NSW Syllabus peoples critical analysis on these constructions and
more importantly our own worldviews on identities,
EDGD804 Personal Development, Health culture(s), histories and educational experiences.
and Physical Education
EDGD807 Learners With Special Needs
Engineering

GDE Spring Shoalhaven On Campus
GDE Spring Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 6
Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: EDGC822
Sciences
Subject Description: The philosophy and

Subject Description: All teachers, primary and
implementation of inclusive practices rather than
secondary, play a vital role in ensuring the health
segregation is having a strong influence on the education
and welfare of students within the school setting. It
of learners with exceptional needs. Students with widely
is therefore part of the responsibility of teachers to
ranging levels of ability are now educated in regular
promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of
classrooms. It is critical, therefore, that all teachers
students by providing environments in which they feel
understand and are able to respond to the special needs
Informatics
safe, where they can communicate with others and

of these learners. This course aims at developing teaching
can contribute in ways that are accepted and valued.
skills which address the needs of students with a range
In addition, schools have a responsibility to provide
of special educational needs who spend at least some
opportunities for students to be involved in safe, well
time in regular classrooms. The emphasis throughout
structured sporting and physical activity programs
is on structuring the regular classroom and developing
where they are encouraged to develop skills that can
appropriate teaching strategies so that the needs of
lead to lifelong participation in physical activity.
students with a wide range of abilities are addressed.
Law
EDGD805 Professional Skills for PDHPE

EDGD808 Quality Teaching
(PDHPE Specialists Only) GDE Autumn Batemans Bay On Campus
GDE Spring Wollongong On Campus GDE Autumn Bega On Campus
Credit Points: 6 GDE Autumn Shoalhaven On Campus
GDE Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Co-requisites: None
Science
Credit Points: 6
Exclusions: EDGC814
Subject Description: This subject complements the
Co-requisites: None
teaching methods theory component within the Graduate
Subject Description: Students will critically examine
Diploma in Education program and aims to provide a
contemporary contexts and issues regarding curriculum
strong foundation in areas those areas that fall under the
development, assessment, communication, planning
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professional responsibilities of a Personal Development,

and reflection, as well as the role of Information and
School
Health and Physical Education (PDHPE) teacher. Those

Communication Technology as a professional tool
in the PDHPE Key Learning Area play a major role in
for teaching and learning. This unit also considers
maintaining the health and welfare of students in both

the roles and responsibilities of a classroom teacher, EDGD813 Creative Arts KLA
principles of quality teaching and the NSW Institute GDE Spring Batemans Bay On Campus
of Teachers Professional Teaching Standards. GDE Spring Bega On Campus
Arts
EDGD810 English KLA
GDE Primary Autumn Batemans Bay On Campus
Credit Points: 5
GDE Primary Autumn Bega On Campus Pre-requisites: None
GDE Primary Autumn Shoalhaven On Campus Co-requisites: None
GDE Primary Autumn Wollongong On Campus Exclusions: EDGC861 and EDGC862
Commerce
Credit Points: 5 Subject Description: This subject will prepare students
Pre-requisites: None to: research, compare and interpret music, visual arts,
Co-requisites: None dance and drama in a variety of contexts including social,
Exclusions: EDGC861 and EDGC862 cultural and historical; identify and prepare appropriate
Subject Description: EDGD810 explores the teaching arts education teaching materials and strategies for the
of the English Key Learning Area in the primary school primary classroom; identify the purpose and structure of
Creative Arts
classroom. It does so through developing an understanding the arts and its relationship to the NSW syllabus; engage
of several key areas that impact upon the teaching of in experiences whereby they come to understand the
English (Language). Learning language is both social language of the arts; examine possibilities for integrating
and functional that occurs across the four modes of the arts with other subject areas; be involved in practical
language- Talking, Listening, Reading and Writing. skills in listening, singing, playing, moving, and creating,
Language is made up of a set of symbols that children as well as in the making of art works and develop and
learn to control, interact with and use to make meaning. demonstrate sound reporting and assessing practices.
Education
Teaching children about language should be planned,
systematic and balanced as process, strategies and skills are EDGD814 Human Society and Its
addressed in meaningful ways to develop understanding. Environment KLA
Teachers need to constantly engage in a reflective GDE Spring Batemans Bay On Campus
cycle of assessment and evaluation as they develop and
implement literacy opportunities for their students. These
Engineering
should be supported by an in-depth understanding of
the support documents of the NSW English Syllabus. GDE Spring Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 5
EDGD811 Mathematics KLA Pre-requisites: None
GDE Spring Batemans Bay On Campus Co-requisites: None
GDE Spring Bega On Campus Exclusions: EDGC861 and EDGC862

GDE Spring Shoalhaven On Campus Subject Description: “The future wellbeing of human
society and its environment depends upon the quality
Sciences
of people’s interactions with each other and with their
Credit Points: 5
cultural, social and physical environments as they strive to
meet each other’s needs (NSW BOS HSIE K-6 syllabus
Co-requisites: None
1998, p.7)”. This subject introduces teacher education
Exclusions: EDGC861 and EDGC862
students to the concept of learning and teaching in
Subject Description: In this first subject of mathematics
the key learning area known as Human Society and
and pedagogy, students will gain knowledge and
Informatics
Its Environment (HSIE). Through lectures, hands on
understanding of key aspects of Mathematics K-6
tutorial workshops and practicum experience students
and develop effective teaching and learning strategies
will be provided with the knowledge and skills that will
for successful classroom practice. The subject will
assist them to develop innovative and creative classroom
also embed the pedagogy within major theoretical
programs in HSIE building on the NSW HSIE syllabus.
perspectives on mathematical learning and teaching.
The outcome of the subject will be the ability for student
The unit will be specifically concerned with three
educators to plan and implement HSIE in classrooms
strands of the NSW Mathematics K-6 syllabus (2002):
in order to develop learners values, attitudes, skills and
Law
Number, Measurement and Working Mathematically.
knowledge. This subject will also raise the awareness of
EDGD812 Science and Technology KLA students personal, community, national and global identity,
GDE Autumn Batemans Bay On Campus but also enhance their understanding of the role that each
of them play as responsible citizens in maintaining and
GDE Autumn Bega On Campus
improving our cultural, social and physical environment.
GDE Autumn Shoalhaven On Campus
Science
GDE Autumn Wollongong On Campus EDGD815 Numeracy

Credit Points: 5 GDE Primary Autumn Batemans Bay On Campus
Pre-requisites: None GDE Primary Autumn Bega On Campus
Co-requisites: None GDE Primary Autumn Shoalhaven On Campus
GDE Primary Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Subject Description: In this subject students develop
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Credit Points: 5
an understanding about the K-6 syllabus for Science and
School
Technology (curriculum) and the Science and Technology
Co-requisites: None
Outcomes and Indicators document (1999). In addition
the students learn discipline knowledge (content) and
Subject Description: In this second subject on
about ways of teaching the subject (pedagogy).

mathematics and pedagogy, students will gain knowledge area including planning, programming and relevant
and understanding of key aspects of Mathematics K-6 teaching strategies in order to cater for the diverse
and develop effective teaching and learning strategies for range of learners students will encounter in their
Arts
successful classroom practice. The subject will also embed teaching career. Students will cover the content of
the pedagogy within major theoretical perspectives on the NSW syllabus, learning styles, assessment and
mathematical learning and teaching. The unit will be reporting and will investigate current issues, theories
specifically concerned with three strands of the NSW and practices in this subject area in secondary schools.
Mathematics K-6 syllabus (2002): Space and Geometry,
Patterns and Algebra, Data and Working Mathematically. EDGD824 English Method
Commerce
GDE Annual Wollongong On Campus

EDGD820 Science Method 1 Credit Points: 6
GDE Annual Wollongong On Campus Pre-requisites: None
Pre-requisites: None Exclusions: EDGC855
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject will examine the
Creative Arts
Exclusions: EDGC851 theoretical and practical foundations of this teaching

Subject Description: This subject will examine the area including planning, programming and relevant
theoretical and practical foundations of this teaching teaching strategies in order to cater for the diverse
area including planning, programming and relevant range of learners students will encounter in their
teaching strategies in order to cater for the diverse teaching career. Students will cover the content of
range of learners students will encounter in their the NSW syllabus, learning styles, assessment and
teaching career. Students will cover the content of reporting and will investigate current issues, theories
Education
the NSW syllabus, learning styles, assessment and and practices in this subject area in secondary schools.
reporting and will investigate current issues, theories
and practices in this subject area in secondary schools. EDGD825 History Method
EDGD821 Science Method 2 Credit Points: 6
Engineering

Sciences
and practices in this subject area in secondary schools. EDGD826 Geography Method
Informatics
EDGD822 Mathematics Method 1 Credit Points: 6

Law
Science
and practices in this subject area in secondary schools. EDGD827 Commerce and Business
Studies Method
EDGD823 Mathematics Method 2 GDE Annual Wollongong On Campus
GDE Annual Wollongong On Campus Credit Points: 6
Sydney Business
Pre-requisites: EDGD822 Co-requisites: None

Co-requisites: None
School
Exclusions: EDGC858
Exclusions: EDGC854 Subject Description: This subject will examine the
Subject Description: This subject will examine the theoretical and practical foundations of this teaching
theoretical and practical foundations of this teaching area including planning, programming and relevant

Arts
and practices in this subject area in secondary schools. EDGD832 Visual Arts Method 2
EDGD828 Legal Studies Method Credit Points: 6
Commerce
Creative Arts
and practices in this subject area in secondary schools. EDGD833 Drama Method
Education
EDGD829 Music Method 1 Credit Points: 6
Engineering

Sciences
and practices in this subject area in secondary schools. EDGD834 French Method
EDGD830 Music Method 2 Credit Points: 6
Informatics
Law
and practices in this subject area in secondary schools. EDGD835 Computer Studies Method 1
EDGD831 Visual Arts Method 1 Credit Points: 6
Science

Sydney Business
School
range of learners students will encounter in their

the NSW syllabus, learning styles, assessment and be current; to be able to initiate and react to curriculum
reporting and will investigate current issues, theories change; to strive to expand their repertoire of teaching
and practices in this subject area in secondary schools. skills; to be reflective; to develop a personal philosophy of
Arts
teaching and to develop the interpersonal skills needed

EDGD836 Computer Studies Method 2 to establish a rapport with their students. This course will
GDE Annual Wollongong On Campus focus on the knowledge, skills, values, and attitudes relevant
Credit Points: 6 to the teaching of Society and Culture. It will emphasise
Pre-requisites: None the need to develop flexible classroom management
Co-requisites: None skills and the development of teaching strategies for
Commerce
Exclusions: EDGC882 a broad range of learning needs and learning styles.

Subject Description: This subject will examine the
theoretical and practical foundations of this teaching EDGE900 Introduction to Technology
area including planning, programming and relevant in Education
teaching strategies in order to cater for the diverse Autumn Wollongong On Campus
range of learners students will encounter in their Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Creative Arts
teaching career. Students will cover the content of Credit Points: 8

the NSW syllabus, learning styles, assessment and Pre-requisites: None
reporting and will investigate current issues, theories Co-requisites: None
and practices in this subject area in secondary schools. Exclusions: EDGI911
Subject Description: EDGE 900 Introduction to
EDGD837 Personal Development, Health technology in education provides a basic introduction
and Physical Education Method 1 to the strand: Information Technology in Education
Education
GDE Annual Wollongong On Campus and Training. As such, it is an overview of the range
Credit Points: 6 of issues and topics that will be further elaborated
Pre-requisites: None upon in subsequent subjects; specifically it introduces
Co-requisites: None students to current issues and trends, learning theory,
Exclusions: EDGC891 instructional design, and research and evaluation.
Subject Description: This subject will examine the The subject explores the concept of information
theoretical and practical foundations of this teaching
Engineering
technology and the ways in which the educational

area including planning, programming and relevant enterprise is affected by it. The subject considers
teaching strategies in order to cater for the diverse the theoretical and practical skills used in designing,
range of learners students will encounter in their developing, and evaluating teaching and learning
teaching career. Students will cover the content of environments using a variety of instructional systems.
the NSW syllabus, learning styles, assessment and
reporting and will investigate current issues, theories EDGE901 Emerging Issues in
and practices in this subject area in secondary schools Educational Technology
Sciences

EDGD838 Personal Development, Health Credit Points: 8
and Physical Education Method 2 Pre-requisites: None
GDE Annual Wollongong On Campus Co-requisites: None
Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: The continuous development
Pre-requisites: None of information and communication technologies has
Informatics
Co-requisites: None influenced the ways we live, work and learn. With
Exclusions: EDGC892 each new technological innovation comes renewed
Subject Description: This subject will examine the discussion about the role of technology in education
theoretical and practical foundations of this teaching and its impact on learning and teaching. Influences
area including planning, programming and relevant also come from developments in educational theory
teaching strategies in order to cater for the diverse and philosophy, and changes in wider society. This
range of learners students will encounter in their subject will respond to the most recent innovations
Law
teaching career. Students will cover the content of in technology and focus on emerging issues relevant
the NSW syllabus, learning styles, assessment and to educational technology, engaging students in an
reporting and will investigate current issues, theories analysis of these through a critical examination of
and practices in this subject area in secondary schools the current research and debate. Students will also be
expected to investigate and analyse the emerging issue in
EDGD840 Society and Culture Method educational contexts of interest and relevance to them.
Science

Credit Points: 6 EDGE902 Instructional Strategies
Pre-requisites: None and Design
Co-requisites: None Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Exclusions: EDGC858 Credit Points: 8
Subject Description: This subject is designed to assist
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students in their preparation for the teaching profession. Co-requisites: None
School
An integral part of this approach is the recognition of Subject Description: This subject will enable students
teaching as a profession and the need for beginning to develop their understanding of technology-based
teachers to exhibit professionalism in all that they do. learning through the design of innovative and authentic
The course will stress the need for beginning teachers to learning environments using instructional design

principles. The subject will focus on the design and students will develop strategies for selecting appropriate
development of technology-based learning environments evaluation methods based on decisions that need to be
using a variety of instructional strategies, as well as the made about a learning environment. Students will have
Arts
tools that can be used to develop such environments. the opportunity to apply their understanding of evaluation
Students will design a technology-based learning to a real-world context by designing a large-scale
environment, and outline planning decisions related to evaluation of a technology-based learning environment.
task design, assessment, instructional strategies, media
selection, and program evaluation. Students will be able EDGH951 The Global Challenge in Adult
to choose projects to suit their own teaching or training Education/VET/Higher Education
Commerce
needs, to focus on topics and media of interest, and to Autumn Wollongong Flexible
work both individually and collaboratively at a distance. Spring Wollongong Flexible
Credit Points: 8
EDGE903 Multimedia and Interface Design Pre-requisites: None
Credit Points: 8 Subject Description: This subject provides an
Creative Arts
Pre-requisites: None introduction to the contemporary adult education
Co-requisites: None environment in Australia, as well as addressing challenges
Subject Description: In the design of interactive that will confront adult educators and administrators.
learning environments, the development of an effective Students will be introduced to key elements of adult
interface and the choice of appropriate media requires not and vocational education, including an exploration
only an understanding of the knowledge domain but also of the relationships between work, technology,
the most effective way to represent this to learners. This training and employment, and new technologies
Education
subject will develop students understanding of the design and settings for learning. The subject will explore
and development of interactive multimedia learning aspects of the National Training Reform Agenda.
resources and environments through a focus on selecting These developments are explored in the context
and combining media appropriately for effective learning. of the work of administrators, trainers and teachers
This subject explores the role of effective visualisation and in their workplace settings. Four out of the five
screen design and the ways it can facilitate understanding assessment modules must be completed successfully.
by learners/users of software. Topics focus on how multiple
Engineering
media can be combined to enhance understanding, EDGH952 Learning about Learning in Adult
how visual design and metaphor support reduction in Education/VET/Higher Education
cognitive load, how effective electronic performance Autumn Wollongong Flexible
support systems support work through complex tasks and Credit Points: 8
how usability can be investigated. Students will have an Pre-requisites: None

opportunity to design their own multimedia treatments Co-requisites: None
for concepts of their choice and, using the software
Sciences
Subject Description: This introductory subject provides
tools available, develop these into learning resources. a policy context in which teaching and learning in
EDGE904 Online Learning and teaching VET, adult and higher education has been developed,
exploring some theoretical positions that have informed
vocational education, including problem-based learning,
Credit Points: 8
reflective practice and the development of practitioner-
based learning. The eight modules seek to model aspects
Informatics
Co-requisites: None
of good learning theory through applied assessment
Exclusions: EDGI915
tasks that enable students to trial learning experiences
Subject Description: EDGE 904 Online learning and
in their workplace. Students have the option to develop
teaching provides a basic introduction to current design
learning experiences and assessment and evaluation
and research issues in online learning. Topics covered
with a view to improving their own practice.
include technologies that facilitate online teaching and
learning; the theoretical and pedagogical underpinnings EDGH953 Design and Use of New
of online teaching and learning; and, the communication
Law
models that are utilised in online teaching and learning. Technologies in Ad Educ/
VET/Higher Educ
EDGE905 Evaluation of Technology- Not on offer in 2010
Based Learning Credit Points: 8
Science
Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject provides both

Co-requisites: None theoretical and practical dimensions of utilising
Exclusions: EDGI933 new digital technologies of learning in adult,VET
Subject Description: In this subject, students will and higher education. The subject will address the
explore appropriate evaluation approaches throughout nature and character of computer-based information
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the entire life cycle of an interactive learning system and communications technology. The subject
explores theory associated with learning mediated
School
or technology-based learning environment-from needs

analysis through to formative and summative evaluation, by technology and explores the application of web-
and beyond. Evaluation frameworks and models and based learning, the Internet, multimedia and learning
how they are applied will be examined in depth, and objects to develop online learning environments.

EDGH954 Leading and Managing in Ad Pre-requisites: None
Educ/VET/Higher Educ Co-requisites: None
Spring Wollongong Flexible Subject Description: This core subject provides
Arts
Credit Points: 8 students with the range of foundational understandings

Pre-requisites: None essential for understanding the leadership function
Co-requisites: None in education and training organisations.The content
Subject Description: This subject explores the covers the main areas of intellectual understanding
importance of leadership that is collaborative, planned which underpin ‘futures oriented’ effective leadership,
and outcome oriented. The possibilities for developing by developing conceptual understandings of:
Commerce
collaborative partnership-based forms of management policy context and planning; sociological pressures;
that enhance outcomes for the community and futurism;economic realities and education; curriculum
industry are stressed. Students will be encouraged to leadership and planning; and change strategies.
critically review their understanding and experience of EDGL903 Introduction to Educational
management and leadership and review their practice
with a view to developing productive partnerships Management
Creative Arts
within their working units and communities. Students Spring Wollongong Flexible
will also be introduced to the principles of outcomes- Credit Points: 6
based planning and the notion of multiple and diverse Pre-requisites: None
accountabilities such as the triple bottom line. This Co-requisites: None
subject also stresses the need to develop leadership and Exclusions: EDGP935
management strategies that have the capacity to develop Subject Description: This core subject provides
global alliances that incorporate international settings. students with the range of foundational understandings
Education
essential for understanding the management function

EDGH955 Professional Development in in education and training organisations. The content
Ad Educ/VET/Higher Educ topics are selected to introduce the main areas of
Autumn Wollongong Flexible intellectual understanding which underpin ‘present’
Credit Points: 8 oriented effective management by developing conceptual
Pre-requisites: None understandings of: adult education and training; staff
Engineering
Co-requisites: None development; information systems; financial management;

Subject Description: This subject enables students to personal management skills- as they contribute to the
develop a negotiated professional development project management function of educational organisations.
in areas associated with Adult Education,VET and As the course is related to educational management, it
Higher Education. The subject explores the concept of takes an overarching view of the challenges and issues
facing incumbent or aspiring educational managers from
professional development in the workplace and explores

opportunities for students to develop portfolios directed different perspectives including physical education, sport
and recreation. Students will be able to explore issues
Sciences
at emerging issues in Adult Education,VET and Higher

Education. The subject has a particular emphasis on of relevance and application to their specific context.
developments in research in the Higher Education EDGL905 International Trends In
sector. The subject has four assessment modules.
EDGH956 Innovation for Practitioners in Not on offer in 2010
Credit Points: 6
Informatics
Ad Educ/VET/Higher Educ
Pre-requisites: EDGL901 or EDGL903
Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Contact hours: 3 hr/ week or
Credit Points: 8
equivalent. This core subject provides a futures oriented
context and understanding to the development and
Co-requisites: None
implementation of education and training policies in
Subject Description: This subject is designed to
a rapid change, globalising economy. Selected content
provide students with an opportunity to develop and
Law
areas include: internationalisation of economies and

trial an innovative response to issues in their workplace.
social systems;policy and planning implications of
The subject emphasises an approach to developing a
weakened nation states, and the emergence of global
learning experience or innovation in their workplace
social, economic, and legal systems; international
such as a curriculum unit that involves action learning.
perspectives on education and training; approaches to
The subject material promotes and features a collaborative
policy and planning in comparative social systems; the
and cyclic approach to design, implementation and
Science
limitations of central policy and planning systems in

evaluation that enables participation and feedback by
rapid change customer focussed contexts; emerging
members of workplaces. The subject offers opportunities
methodologies for effective policy and planning in
for students to develop innovations in their workplace
education and training systems and organisations.
and to develop materials or events that promote effective
learning. This subject has four assessment modules. EDGL909 Leadership of Effective Change
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EDGL901 Foundations of Educational
School
Credit Points: 6
Leadership Pre-requisites: None
Autumn Wollongong Flexible Co-requisites: None
Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: The topics, case studies, and

projects of this subject are selected to develop effective Subject Description: Theoretical framework: analysis
leadership strategies for implementing effective change and critique of relevant literature; professional needs of
in education and training organisations. They include: beginning teachers; context in terms of relevant policy
Arts
characteristics of effective change; environmental scans; documents; mentoring as a model of promoting teachers
the critical role and importance of staff in implementing development; assessing teacher performance; and designing,
effective change; working through HR strategies implementing and evaluating a mentoring program.
to achieve effective change strategies for planning,
implementing and monitoring effective change in EDGL920 Leading, Developing and
professional service organisations, with a particular focus Managing People
Commerce
on project management techniques for effective change Spring Wollongong Flexible
Credit Points: 6
EDGL911 Leadership in Curriculum Pre-requisites: None
Spring Wollongong Flexible Co-requisites: None
Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: People constitute a major
Pre-requisites: None source of organisational advantage and success. This
Creative Arts
Co-requisites: None course deals with the leadership challenges of managing,
Subject Description: This core subject deals with motivating and energising people in human service
the special leadership and management tasks of the organisations such as education. Drawing upon research
education and training organisation. The particular and effectual/ineffectual exemplars, participants will
features of professional service organisations dealing consider people management strategies from a variety
with education and training processes and outcomes of perspectives: recruitment and induction, supervision
will be highlighted. The leadership/management roles and performance management, team building,
Education
and tasks which both oversight and complement the conflict resolution, and professional development.
professional roles of the curriculum and instructional
specialist(s) will be particularly emphasised. The subject EDGL922 Law for Educational Leaders
will take a practical, case study approach to the range of Spring Wollongong Flexible
issues and concerns generated by the special leadership Credit Points: 6
requirements of the educational organisation Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Engineering
EDGL913 Program Evaluation Subject Description: The following broad areas of
Not on offer in 2010 subject content will be encountered by students in their
Credit Points: 6 readings, the weekly on-line sessions and in the assessment
Pre-requisites: None tasks: The common law ; Traditional claims to justice; The
Co-requisites: None duty of care; The tort of negligence - students’ physical

Subject Description: A range of evaluation approaches, welfare ; Sport, physical education, excursion, practical
their assumptions and major methodologies which may activities; Significant statute law and education regulations;
Sciences
be applicable in formal educational, non-formal and Educational malpractice - the failure to educate; The
business and industry environments are discussed and powers of police and the courts; School rules, policies,
critiqued. Students have the opportunity to participate in procedures and the law - student welfare and discipline;
evaluation simulations and undertake and share their own Child Protection; Attendance, suspension, expulsion/
evaluation as part of the subject. Issues addressed include: exclusion; Confiscation and search; The rights of students,
ethical priorities; program planning and budgeting; QA, teachers and the general public; Family law, custody,
Informatics
accreditation; skill transfer and site based action research. access; Relevant educational case histories in law; Current
trends in education and the law; Risk management
EDGL917 Leadership in Quality and harm minimisation for educational leaders.
Learning and Teaching
Not on offer in 2010 EDGL930 Work Motivation in
Credit Points: 6 Educational Leadership
Pre-requisites: None Spring Wollongong Flexible
Co-requisites: None
Law
Credit Points: 6
Subject Description: Students will examine the impact Pre-requisites: None
on learning communities of changing instructional Co-requisites: None
and learning needs in relation to concepts of quality, Subject Description: This subject considers
effectiveness, improvement and accountability. Critical motivation, job satisfaction and related phenomena in
influences of learning contexts on learning outcomes educational workplaces. General theories and models
will be considered. Students will explore recent
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are considered and their relevance to educational and

developments in learning and teaching theory in terms of training organisations will be explored. Models are
the enhancement of reflective and self-directed learning, critically examined and teachers, administrators’ and
the encouragement of student voice, mentoring, and trainers’ job characteristics and their relationship with job
interactive multimedia teaching and learning strategies. satisfaction are investigated. Job redesign is discussed.
Sydney Business
EDGL919 Mentoring Beginning Teachers EDGL931 Organisational Behaviour

School
in Education
Credit Points: 6
Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None

Co-requisites: None EDGP902 Adolescent Health 2
Subject Description: In this subject students will Summer 2009/
analyse human behaviour in educational organisations. Autumn 2010 Wollongong On Campus
Arts
A broad range of central concepts related to the EDU Intake Jan Wollongong On Campus
behaviour of educational managers, leaders and Credit Points: 6
other individuals in educational organisations, and Pre-requisites: None
the application of those concepts to the analysis of Co-requisites: None
organisational problems, are considered. Some examples Subject Description: Adolescent Health Issues 2 will
are communication, human resource management, provide the opportunity to investigate and critically
Commerce
power, politics, conflict, decision-making, planning, examine the health of young people with a particular
organisational change and organisational learning. focus on specific health issues such as risk taking
behaviour, sexuality, sexual health and substance use and
EDGL933 Organisation Theory for abuse. This subject will take a holistic view of young
Educational Leaders people and explore their health and wellbeing from a
Not on offer in 2010 socio-cultural perspective. Students will investigate drug
Creative Arts
Credit Points: 6 use trends and issues, various perspectives on individual

Pre-requisites: None and societal attitudes to risk taking behaviour, substance
Co-requisites: None abuse and sexual health, the harm minimisation approach
Subject Description: The purpose of this subject and the biological, social, psychological and ethical/
is to provide students with ‘conceptual lenses’ from moral dimensions of human sexuality. In examining
organisation theory to examine and understand these issues, prevention, intervention and postvention
educational organizations with application to educational methods will be considered and a variety of resources/
Education
leadership. A range of theoretical perspectives and programmes/support agencies identified that can assist in
conceptualizations of organizations are included, for the meaningful promotion of the health of young people.
example, scientific management, bureaucracy and
professional educators, human relations, organizational EDGP903 Promoting Physical Activity 1
technology, organizational structure and open Summer 2009/
systems theory. Organisational metaphors, including Autumn 2010 Wollongong On Campus
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organizational culture, and critiques of conventional EDU Intake Jan Wollongong On Campus
theories of educational organizations are considered Credit Points: 6
EDGL940 Evidence-Based Leadership Co-requisites: None
Autumn Wollongong Flexible Subject Description: Students will participate in
Credit Points: 6 practical experiences that will explore the fundamental
Pre-requisites: None principles underlying all movement and identify

Co-requisites: None
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how these principles impact on the development

Subject Description: This subject aims to challenge of specialised skills. The subject will actively engage
participants to examine some of these myths and participants in a variety of games (invasion, net/
models and analyse the arguments for emerging court, striking/fielding and target) that demonstrate
evidence-based educational leadership conceptions the different approaches to the teaching and learning
and approaches and their implications for leadership of games. Students will develop an understanding
practice and preparation, and teacher education. In
Informatics
of game sense and how it relates to technique. The

particular, participants will critique recent leading promotion of physical activity in aquatic environments
research which links outstanding educational will require students to display competence in a range
leadership to school renewal and improvement, of swimming activities and water rescue techniques.
quality teaching and improved student outcomes.
EDGP904 Promoting Physical Activity 2
EDGP901 Adolescent Health 1 Summer 2009/
Summer 2009/
Autumn 2010 Wollongong On Campus
Autumn 2010 Wollongong On Campus
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EDU Intake Jan Wollongong On Campus

EDU Intake Jan Wollongong On Campus Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: Through participation in a
Subject Description: Adolescent Health I will provide variety of practical and theoretical experiences, students
an overview of health, well-being and the dimensions
Science
will develop their own level of performance and utilise a

of health. The current health status of Australians, in variety of teaching strategies associated with composition
particular, young people will be examined. The focus of movement. Students will participate in a range of
will be on psychosocial health and the mental illnesses modern, contemporary, and cultural dance mediums
affecting adolescents (psychotic, non-psychotic, self- exploring locomotor and non-locomotor movements.
harm). The sociocultural influences on a young person’s
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Dominant movement patterns and concepts underlying

mental health and sense of self will be explored. The dance and gymnastics, elements of composition and
School
salutary factors of resilience, connectedness, participation, movement appreciation will be explored. The subject
positive self worth and sense of belonging will be will cover specific safety considerations in planning,
included. Common problems of bullying, harassment devising and performing dance and gymnastics
and coping with loss and grief will be discussed

movements. Students will be required to compile a Pre-requisites: None
resource folder of a range of movement experiences and Co-requisites: None
associated resources to assist in future program design. Exclusions: EDGA924
Arts
Subject Description: This subject will address issues
EDGP910 Introduction to Outdoor associated with young people’s health from a critical
Education perspective, drawing on social and cultural theory
Not on offer in 2010 and research in the area. It will provide participants
Credit Points: 6 with the knowledge and skills to evaluate the different
Pre-requisites: None positions on young people’s health and to develop the
Commerce
Co-requisites: None capacity to critically assess the substantial amounts of
Subject Description: Increasing pressure in urban and information available in academic and popular writings
contemporary living has placed greater awareness on on the topic. Topics covered in the subject will include:
environmental and outdoor opportunities for educational, youth as a relational concept; health issues facing young
community and corporate groups. A variety of learning people today; ‘ risk’ and young people; globalisation and
experiences will be presented which enable students youth health; approaches to youth health; youth health
Creative Arts
to gain an insight into how Outdoor Education is services; schools and youth health. This subject replaces
used as a catalyst for social and personal development EDGA924 in the postgraduate PE/Health program.
and/or environmental sensitivity. Topics include: the
philosophy of the Outward Education; innovations EDGP930 Theoretical and Practical
in National Curriculum for Outdoor Education; an Bases of Coach Education
exposure to various school programs incorporating Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Outdoor Education; and an examination of technical Credit Points: 6
Education
skills required in this field. Practical fieldwork experiences Pre-requisites: None
on a regular basis also form part of this course. Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Contact hrs: 3hrs per week.
EDGP911 Project for EDGP910 This subject analyses current coaching theory related
Not on offer in 2010 to pedagogical issues, time management and overseas
Credit Points: 2 developments in coaching. Students undertake an indepth
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analysis of the discipline areas applied to coaching. A
Co-requisites: None conceptual framework of coaching both in Australia and
overseas will be used with practical implications related
EDGP912 Facilitation Techniques to practice sessions in a variety of sport environments.
in Outdoor Education
Autumn Wollongong Flexible EDGP931 Project for EDGP930

Credit Points: 6 Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Sciences
Subject Description: Contact hrs: 35hrs This subject Co-requisites: None
is a complementary blend of theory and practice to Subject Description: This is an optional project
highlight the various leadership, and management component subject taken in conjunction with EDGP930
styles evident in outdoor education. Facilitation and and not available separately. The 2 cp Project extends
processing techniques incorporated into outdoor the opportunity to study the issues of EDGP930.
Informatics
education programs in a variety of pedagogical contexts
will be examined. Specific content will explore various EDGP932 Issues In Coach Education
philosophies and methodologies used in adventure- and Sport Management
based outdoor education programs and enable students Not on offer in 2010
to delineate common elements of individual facilitation Credit Points: 6
techniques. Practical fieldwork will be used as a vehicle Pre-requisites: None
to integrate theory and practice. A variety of learning Co-requisites: None
experiences will be presented which will enable students
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to gain an insight into how Outdoor Education is used provide students with an examination of current
as a catalyst for social and personal development. issues. Attention will be given to current international
issues such as administrative structures, advanced
EDGP913 Project for EDGP912 coaching models, theoretical and practical bases of
Autumn Wollongong Flexible talent identification, government policy, and research
Credit Points: 2
Science
in coach education and sport administration. They will

Pre-requisites: None undertake a review of literature in one chosen area
Co-requisites: None presenting the outcomes of the research in a seminar.
Subject Description: This is an optional project
component subject taken in conjunction with EDGP912 EDGP933 Project For EDGP932
and not available separately. The 2 cp Project extends Not on offer in 2010
Sydney Business
the opportunity to study the issues of EDGP912. Credit Points: 2

School
EDGP924 Young People and Health Co-requisites: None
Spring Wollongong Flexible Subject Description: This is an optional project
Credit Points: 6

component subject taken in conjunction with EDGP932 evaluation will take place on all of the practicum
and not available separately. The 2 cp Project extends resulting in a critical analysis. All students will meet on a
the opportunity to study the issues of EDGP932. regular basis to discuss issues related to the practicum.
Arts
EDGP934 Cultural Politics of Sport, Leisure EDGP991 Project for EDGP990

and Physical Education Spring Wollongong Flexible
Autumn Wollongong Flexible Credit Points: 2
Commerce
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This is an optional project

Subject Description: This subject will examine component subject taken in conjunction with EDGP990
contemporary debates and issues in the areas of and not available separately. The 2 cp Project extends
sport, leisure and physical education from a critical the opportunity to study the issues of EDGP990.
perspective. It will examine how the knowledge,
values and practices associated with these areas are EDGR911 Teaching Reading
Creative Arts
constituted in the context of specific social, economic, Autumn Wollongong Flexible

political and cultural relations and how the practices Credit Points: 8
associated with these areas in turn shape social Pre-requisites: None
knowledge and values. The subject will draw on a Co-requisites: None
range of methodologies and resources including media Subject Description: This subject will examine the
and document analysis, the interrogation of statistical nexus between reading theories and practices. Topics
reports and contemporary mythologies about sport to be studied include: reading and its relationship to
Education
and physical activity; current feminist and masculinity language and learning; models of reading instruction
research on sport, leisure and physical education; and practices; history of reading policies and methods;
contemporary theories of leisure as consumption; learning to read and learning through reading;
youth studies and leisure and physical activity. sociocultural relationships between the reader and
the written texts; reading for different purposes;
EDGP935 Leadership and Management evaluation of reading; the reading-writing connections
in Physical Education, and current debates around reading instruction.
Engineering
Sport & Recreation EDGR912 Teaching Writing

Spring Wollongong Flexible Spring Wollongong Flexible
Co-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: EDGL903 Subject Description: This subject will examine the
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Subject Description: This core subject provides nexus between writing theories and practices. Topics
students with the range of foundational understandings to be studied will include: the writing process and its
essential for understanding the management function relationship to language and learning; models of writing
in education and training organisations. The content instruction; learning to write and learning through
topics are selected to introduce the main areas of writing; the role of context, purpose and audience in
intellectual understanding which underpin ‘present’ shaping written genres; the writing/reading connection
Informatics
oriented effective management by developing conceptual - specifically spelling, grammar and the role of editing
understandings of: adult education and training; staff and proofreading, and the evaluation of written texts.
development; information systems; financial management;
personal management skills- as they contribute to the EDGS901 Intro. to Inclusive
management function of educational organisations. Education: Strategies,
As the course is related to educational management, it
takes an overarching view of the challenges and issues
Policies and Legislation
facing incumbent or aspiring educational managers from Autumn Wollongong Distance
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different perspectives including physical education, sport Spring Wollongong Distance

and recreation. Students will be able to explore issues Credit Points: 6
of relevance and application to their specific context. Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
EDGP990 Practicum in a Learning Subject Description: This unit will be an introduction
Environment to the learning requirements of students with special
Science
Spring Wollongong Flexible needs. Additionally, it will critically examine the

Credit Points: 6 processes, models, educational policies and strategies
Pre-requisites: None proposed for the inclusion of students with special
Co-requisites: None needs in the regular classroom. The Inclusion debate
Subject Description: Students will design, implement and issues such as the most effective delivery systems
and the most effective curriculum structures will be
Sydney Business
and evaluate a program of work in a practical

environment. This will extend over 30 hours of contact examined. The barriers to inclusion such as stigma
School
during the session at a worksite of choice. Reflective and negative attitudes will be explored together with
service delivery structures in schools. Finally, there will
be a focus on the implications of relevant legislation

such as, the Disability Discrimination Act, Disability Subject Description: This subject will critically
Standards for Education and the Occupational Health examine current philosophical and policy issues
and Safety Act, for special education professionals. related to the education of students with special needs,
Arts
including gifted children. The link between theoretical
EDGS902 Asses. and Instruction of students frameworks and practical applications will be explored
with learning difficulties with a particular focus on the impact of current
Not on offer in 2010 theories on change processes in special education
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None EDGS913 Project in Contemporary
Commerce
Co-requisites: None Perspectives
Subject Description: This subject focuses on Not on offer in 2010
expanding knowledge & understanding of Learning Credit Points: 2
Difficulties, and developing high level teaching strategies Pre-requisites: None
to most effectively cater for students experiencing LD. Co-requisites: None
Students are given opportunity to experience a variety Subject Description: This subject builds on the
Creative Arts
of teaching methods and programmes according to theoretical perspectives gained from the subject,
the specific difficulty which they target, ranging from: Contemporary Perspectives in the Education
ADHD, Aspergers Syndrome, Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, of Students with Diverse Needs. It provides the
Dysgraphia, Language Disorders, Mathematics Difficulties, opportunity for students to explore more deeply a
Developmental Delay & Sensory Impairment. particular issue related to policy or programming
for students with special needs. Students completing
EDGS903 Technologies for students the project will select a topic in consultation with
Education
with special needs the lecturer. The project may take the form of a case
Not on offer in 2010 study, a curriculum plan or an evaluation study.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None EDGS914 Assessment and Instruction
Co-requisites: None of Individuals with High
Subject Description: This subject provides a Support Needs
Engineering
theoretical and practical grounding in augmentative Spring Wollongong On Campus
and alternative communication methods that enable Spring Wollongong Distance
students with language and communication difficulties Credit Points: 6
to respond to all aspects of schooling. Students will Pre-requisites: None
consider how and why to use technologies to improve Co-requisites: None
access by students with special need to all areas of the Subject Description: This subject aims to develop

curriculum. In hands-on tutorials students will learn basic skills in assessment, program planning, program
how to use aided and non-aided tools, computer assistive
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implementation and evaluation in relation to students
technologies and specific software (e.g. Boardmaker, with special educational needs. The principles of
PECS). The subject emphasises a Total Communication effective teaching and curriculum modification will
approach within a school and classroom context. be addressed. While a range of teaching approaches
will be reviewed, the emphasis will be on those which
EDGS904 Effective partnerships for Special
have strong empirical support for their effectiveness.
Education professionals
Informatics
Not on offer in 2010 EDGS915 Programs for Students with
Credit Points: 6 Learning Difficulties
Pre-requisites: None Not on offer in 2010
Subject Description: This subject will focus on Pre-requisites: None
the skills and knowledge required to work in trans- Co-requisites: None
disciplinary teams in a consultative and collaborative Subject Description: This subject will provide
Law
manner when working with students with disabilities students with the opportunity to investigate the
and their families. It will identify the interpersonal educational needs of one particular group of students,
skills required for the collaborative-consultative and to evaluate the efficacy of current responses to
model in special education . It will also identify the their educational needs. Students will draw upon
relationship between professional, legal and ethical understandings and skills developed in EDGS914
issues and appropriate practice. The emphasis will be which is a pre- or co-requisite for this subject.
Science
on improving teachers’ interpersonal skills to work

professionally and collaboratively with families and EDGS916 Models of Behaviour Management
other professionals in multi-cultural environments. Spring Wollongong Flexible
EDGS912 Contemporary Perspectives Credit Points: 6
Education of Students
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with Diverse Needs Co-requisites: None
School
Spring Wollongong Flexible Subject Description: This subject examines a range of

Credit Points: 6 approaches to behaviour management and the theoretical
Pre-requisites: None principles upon which they are based. Problems
Co-requisites: None associated with non school attendance, oppositional

disorders, attention deficit disorders and other commonly EDGS921 Language-Related Learning
occurring behaviour disorders are critically examined Difficulties: A Case Study
within the context of increasing academic engaged time Not on offer in 2010
Arts
and developing social and conflict resolution skills. Credit Points: 2

EDGS917 Programming for Behaviour Co-requisites: None
Management Subject Description: This subject examines the
Not on offer in 2010 impact of language-related learning difficulties on
Credit Points: 2 academic performance. Students will analyse the
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Pre-requisites: None needs of a child with such difficulties and make

Co-requisites: None recommendations for compensatory teaching
Subject Description: This subject will build on the practices to enhance classroom success.
conceptual understandings and skills developed in
EDGS916 and involve the development of a schoolwide EDGS922 Teaching Gifted Students
behaviour management plan for a nominated educational Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Creative Arts
setting. It will incorporate an analysis of the function Autumn Wollongong On Campus

of schools, the causes of inappropriate behaviour and Credit Points: 6
the role of the teacher in guiding student behaviour. Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
EDGS918 Approaches to Reading Subject Description: This subject will identify
Difficulties: Theories and critically examine the current issues related to
and Strategies the education of gifted students. It will also prepare
Education
Autumn Wollongong On Campus teachers to meet effectively the needs of such students
Autumn Wollongong Flexible through curriculum modification and application
Credit Points: 6 of special educational strategies. Topics will include:
Pre-requisites: None definition and identification issues; instructional
Co-requisites: None models; educational strategies; creativity and thinking
Subject Description: This subject will engage skills; counselling needs; special populations; and the
Engineering
students in a critical review of current empirical implications of policy on educational practice.

research in the area of reading difficulties. Theoretical
and methodological aspects will be considered. EDGS923 Project in Gifted Education
EDGS919 Reading Difficulties: Program Credit Points: 2
Design and Implementation Pre-requisites: None

Subject Description: This subject builds on the
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Credit Points: 2
Pre-requisites: None theoretical perspectives gained from the subject, Teaching
Co-requisites: EDGS918 Gifted Students. It provides the opportunity for students
Subject Description: This subject will engage to explore more deeply a particular issue related to
students in the practical implementation of current policy or programming for gifted students. Students
theories regarding the identification and remediation completing the project will select a topic in consultation
with the lecturer. The project may take the form of a
Informatics
of reading difficulties. Students will be required to

work with a student with reading difficulties for a case study, a curriculum plan or an evaluation study.
period of 6-8 weeks. This will involve pre- and post-
assessment tasks and designing and implementing
EDGS924 Giftedness in Special Populations
an appropriate instructional program. Spring Wollongong Flexible
EDGS920 Language and Communication Credit Points: 6
Difficulties: Theory and Practice Pre-requisites: None
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Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: Contact hours: 3 hrs/week
Pre-requisites: None x 9 This subject will critically examine the needs of
Co-requisites: None special populations of students who are generally under-
Subject Description: This subject examines the major represented in programs for gifted children. Students
causes of language and communication difficulties. will engage in analysing and evaluating alternative
Science
An overview of the topic will include an historical forms of assessment and developing appropriate
perspective which indicates shifts in issues such as strategies for curriculum design and delivery. Possible
identification, classification and categorization. Specific focus groups will include: Aboriginal children, ethnic
language difficulties associated with autism, cerebral minority children, low SES, girls, underachievers,
palsy, hearing impairment, intellectual impairment and preschoolers, prodigies, and students with emotional
difficulties, physical or learning disabilities.
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learning disabilities will be examined. Assessment of

communication difficulties and evaluation of a range EDGS925 Project in Dual Exceptionality
School
of educational strategies will conclude the subject Not on offer in 2010

Credit Points: 2

Co-requisites: None techniques and procedures for teaching effective
Subject Description: This subject builds on the listening strategies. The principles of designing
theoretical perspectives gained from the subject, various assessment listening tasks will be covered.
Arts
Giftedness in Special Populations. It provides the
opportunity for students to explore more deeply a EDGT930 Methodology in Second
particular issue related to policy or programming for Language Teaching
gifted students with other special needs related to their EDU Intake Feb Wollongong Distance
gender, ethnicity, or disability. Students completing Autumn Wollongong On Campus
the project will select a topic in consultation with EDU Intake May Wollongong Distance
Commerce
the lecturer. The project may take the form of a case EDU Intake Aug Wollongong Distance
study, a curriculum plan or an evaluation study EDU Intake Nov Wollongong Distance
Credit Points: 6
EDGT917 English Language:
Learners Problems Co-requisites: None
EDU Intake Feb Wollongong Distance Exclusions: EDUE319
Creative Arts
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: The subject requires students to
EDU Intake May Wollongong Distance explore their own and others’ experiences of language
EDU Intake Aug Wollongong Distance teaching and learning and to research the general
EDU Intake Nov Wollongong Distance principles of language teaching, drawing on knowledge in
Credit Points: 6 the field of second language acquisition. The subject covers
Pre-requisites: None approaches to second language teaching and learning:
Co-requisites: None grammar/ translation, audiolingualism, communicative
Education
Subject Description: This subject is an introduction language approaches and more recent task- and genre-
to the nature of the English language and the typical based approaches. It also explores the theories of language
problems experienced by non-native speakers of English. and learning underpinning these and the issues in
It will canvass the ‘basics’ of English grammar and the implementation of approaches. It addresses issues
vocabulary, from word classes (nouns, verbs, adjectives, etc) of assessment, planning and curriculum design and
through to the structure of sentences. It is aimed primarily programming in relation to teaching children, teenagers
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at those who are interested in becoming teachers of and adults in second or foreign language contexts.
English to second language learners in Australia or
abroad. It will assist participants in consolidating their EDGT931 Teaching Speaking and Listening
own knowledge about English and in diagnosing EDU Intake Feb Wollongong Distance
learners’ problems. This subject also intended as a guide Autumn Wollongong On Campus
to teaching English grammar. It is not intended as a EDU Intake May Wollongong Distance

remedial English course for participants in the subject. EDU Intake Aug Wollongong Distance
Sciences
EDU Intake Nov Wollongong Distance
EDGT920 Practicum II Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: In EDGT931 students will
Co-requisites: None gain an understanding of spoken discourse, the nature
Informatics
of spoken interaction, the differences between speech
EDGT922 The English Sound System
and writing and the ways in which oral fluency fosters
language development. The subject also addresses the
Credit Points: 2
different ways in which spoken discourse can be studied
covering critical and other traditions of discourse analysis,
Co-requisites: None
multimodal and ethnographic approaches. The subject
Subject Description: For those teaching English as
presents an overview of recent research and developments
a second language, a knowledge of how the English
in the teaching of listening and speaking and how these
Law
sound system works is essential, not only to help
areas can be taught in an integrated way making use
students’ pronunciation but also to improve their
of computer and other technologies and approaches.
listening, reading and writing skills. This subject
will cover the pronunciation of individual sounds, EDGT932 Second Language Literacy
combinations of sounds, stress patterns and intonation. EDU Intake Feb Wollongong Distance
EDGT924 Teaching Listening to Second EDU Intake May Wollongong Distance
Science

Language Learners
Not on offer in 2010 EDU Intake Aug Wollongong Distance
Credit Points: 2 EDU Intake Nov Wollongong Distance
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Subject Description: This subject provides an Co-requisites: None

Exclusions: EDGA981, EDGT921 or EDGT925
School
introduction to knowledge and skills needed to

teach listening. It aims to help students to develop a Subject Description: This subject will explore the
deeper understanding of listening as an interactive nature of literacy. It will consider the role of literacy
process and from this perspective to develop within a range of social, cultural, historical and educational

contexts. As well it will cover the following: a critical EDGT936 Management, policy and
analysis of theories of reading and writing and their curriculum in TESOL
relevance for second language literacy development; EDU Intake May Wollongong Distance
Arts
an analysis of approaches to teaching reading and

EDU Intake Aug Wollongong Distance
writing; the relationship between spoken and written
language; principles for developing effective literacy
Credit Points: 6
programs; strategies for supporting the learning of
literacy for ESL/EFL learners at beginner through
Co-requisites: None
to advanced levels in adult and school contexts.
Commerce
Exclusions: EDGT929
EDGT933 Practicum or Project in TESOL Subject Description: In EDGT936, students will
Not on offer in 2010 research educational management and leadership in
Credit Points: 6 terms of English language teaching. The subject will
Pre-requisites: None address the impact of education and language policy
Co-requisites: EDGT930 or EDUE319 at national/ international and local levels. It will also
cover aspects of protocol and policy development
Creative Arts
Exclusions: EDGT920 or EDGT937 or EDGT938

Subject Description: EDGT 933 is the practicum in institutions, staff management and professional
subject for students enrolled in the distance TESOL development, accountability and evaluation. There will
program. This subject will develop teachers’ skills and also be a focus on negotiation, managing interpersonal
understandings of teaching in the different sectors. relationships and conflict resolution. Students will
explore models of curriculum development in
EDGT934 Teaching Pronunciation language education and program evaluation.
and Prosody
Education
EDGT937 Field Experience Project in TESOL

EDU Intake Feb Wollongong Distance
EDU Intake May Wollongong Distance
EDU Intake Aug Wollongong Distance Pre-requisites: None
EDU Intake Nov Wollongong Distance Co-requisites: EDUE319 or EDGT930
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Credit Points: 6 Exclusions: EDGT933

Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject is intended for
Co-requisites: None students who want to get an extended experience in
Subject Description: The subject will provide students language teaching and learning in different contexts.
with an understanding of the English sound system: of The subject will be of interest to those who have little or
intonation patterns, sentence rhythm and patterns of
no teaching experience and who would like to observe

word stress, of English phonemes and also of features teaching and learning in a range of contexts (different
Sciences
of connected speech such as elision and linking. The age levels, different sectors) or those who are already
subject will also analyse teaching strategies and the experienced teachers but who would like to become
development of teaching programs. There will be topics familiar with different teaching contexts. It will also
on assessing learners’ needs and developing individual and provide an alternative to the practicum for those who
class programs to address specific pronunciation needs. are not yet ready or who are not required to do one
by employers. The subject provides an opportunity to
EDGT935 Teaching English in
Informatics
pursue a particular area of interest in some depth. The

International Contexts project involves classrooms observations and an in-depth
EDU Intake Feb Wollongong Distance study of an identified area of interest. In completing
EDU Intake May Wollongong Distance such a project, the student will have developed a
EDU Intake Aug Wollongong Distance detailed understanding of a significant topic and will
EDU Intake Nov Wollongong Distance have had experience in applying research skills.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None EDGT938 Professional Experience in TESOL
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Co-requisites: None EDU Intake Feb Wollongong Distance

Exclusions: EDGT928 Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Subject Description: In EDGT935, students will gain EDU Intake May Wollongong Distance
an overview of the changing contexts of English Language Spring Wollongong Flexible
Teaching internationally and of the issues relating to EDU Intake Aug Wollongong Distance
English as a global language. There will be a focus on EDU Intake Nov Wollongong Distance
Science
specific issues such as teaching young learners (with the Credit Points: 6
development of English teaching at elementary level) Pre-requisites: None
and the use of appropriate methodologies in exam-based Co-requisites: EDGT930 or EDUE319
systems. Cross-cultural communication skills and issues Exclusions: EDGT937or EDUE336
of culture in language teaching would also be addressed. Subject Description: The aim of this subject is
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Students would have the flexibility to research specific to provide a guided introduction to the classroom
countries and key issues that cut across national boundaries application of second language teaching methodology
School
and to provide an assessed practicum which meets

the teaching practice requirements of employer
bodies. Students will undertake observations and

teaching ESL or EFL in primary, secondary or adult EDGT984 Theories of Second
contexts, develop portfolios of work and evaluate Language Learning
aspects of the teaching and learning they observe EDU Intake Feb Wollongong Distance
Arts
EDGT940 Materials and Technology in Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Second Language Teaching
EDU Intake Aug Wollongong Distance
EDU Intake Feb Wollongong Distance
Credit Points: 6
Commerce
EDU Intake Aug Wollongong Distance Co-requisites: None
EDU Intake Nov Wollongong Distance Subject Description: Second language acquisition
Credit Points: 6 draws on theories from linguistics, cognitive psychology,
Pre-requisites: None psycholinguistics, sociolinguistics and education, and
Co-requisites: None aims to account for processes of learning a second
Exclusions: EDUE340 language. This subject is designed to provide students
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Subject Description: This subject is intended as a with a solid grounding in the issues and factors prevailing
practical introduction to the selection, development, in second language acquisition. Its scope ranges from
adaptation and evaluation of a range of materials first language acquisition to different approaches to
and media for effective second language teaching. examining second language development including
It will examine the nature of the materials/ behaviourist, cognitive, functional, social-cultural and
technologies, including their place in the curriculum, sociolinguistic approaches. These topics provide an
the assumptions underlying them, and the roles appreciation of the complexity of second language
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of teachers and learners implied by them. learning and how successful learning may be promoted.
EDGT976 Text and Context EDGT985 English in Specific Contexts
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Subject Description: This subject introduces students Subject Description: This subject is designed to
to a functional approach to language, focusing on the provide an overview of the recent developments in
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functions that English plays in our lives and the language research on English for Specific Purposes (e.g. business,
resources that students need to control in order to academic and medical etc). It will begin with a review
use English effectively in a range of situations. The of the emergence of ESP, its historical background and
model adopted is that of Halliday and colleagues - an development, and current status in the context of ESL/
approach that underpins several language syllabuses in EFL. This will then be followed by an introduction
Australia and internationally. This approach (Systemic to discourse analysis and its relevance to ESP. Cross-
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Functional Linguistics) looks at the relationship cultural differences in discourse patterns will also be
between the texts that we use in our daily lives and explored. Students will have opportunities to analyse
the contexts in which these texts are produced. This written and spoken texts used in different ESP contexts.
subject also addresses the classroom applications. On the basis of the analysis, the subject will turn to a
discussion of the implications for ESP course design
EDGT983 Assessment in TESOL and evaluation. Although the focus of the subject is on
EDU Intake Feb Wollongong Distance developing students’ ability to design an effective ESP
EDU Intake May Wollongong Distance program, their engagement with discourse analysis will
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Spring Wollongong On Campus help heighten their awareness of the genres which might
EDU Intake Aug Wollongong Distance facilitate their growth as writers in academic settings.
Credit Points: 6 EDGX901 Psychology for Educators
Pre-requisites: None Autumn Wollongong Flexible
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Subject Description: This subject will prepare Credit Points: 6

those involved in teaching English as a Second Pre-requisites: None
Language to assess learners’ language proficiency. Co-requisites: None
Participants will be introduced to a variety of Exclusions: EDGS910
assessment approaches and techniques, ranging from Subject Description: This subject explores a range
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informal, classroom based assessment through to of learning theories and their application in a range
high stakes formal tests. Principles of validity and
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of educational contexts from school through to adult

reliability of assessment procedures will be addressed. environments. It covers classical theories of learning
and development as well as contemporary approaches
that underpin educational practice. Topics include:

behaviourism; Piaget and neo-Piagetians;Vygotsky of international education, internationalisation, global
and socio-cultural accounts of learning; information education and socio-cultural contexts of teaching,
processing perspectives; the relationships among language, including education in less industrialised regions of
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learning and thought; and issues in the assessment of the world and education for minority groups.
intelligence. Students will be expected to apply these
theoretical perspectives to their particular specialisation. EDGY901 Pedagogy, Practice and
Play in Early Years
EDGX902 Educational Sociology: Culture, Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Society and Education Credit Points: 6
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Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: The subject will critically
Co-requisites: None examine play as a central pedagogical approach in
Subject Description: This subject will cover fostering young children’s development and learning. It
contemporary themes in the sociology of education. In will present a range of classical and modern theories of
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so doing it will pay particular attention to the ways in play and treat the topics such as child spontaneous play;
which globalisation, postmodernism, diversity in cultural types and genres of play; indoor and outdoor play; play
interactions and the influence of technologies have all in a range of diverse contexts; providing for enriched
made for rapid and evolving changes and challenges in play environments and play-oriented curriculum; the
education. Utilising a variety of theoretical frameworks adaptability of play to different developmental stages;
and by developing a diversity of ways of viewing the play-based educational programs. Current literature
world and its impacts, this subject will assist students to will be reviewed to enhance student awareness of
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understand how and what mechanisms are operating national and international views on play in early life.
to influence education and its role and purpose in
society. The subject will promote student engagement EDGY902 Early Years Curriculum Studies
in critical reflection, creative thinking and in-depth Autumn Wollongong Flexible
analysis in relation to key issues pertaining to society and Credit Points: 6
culture in Australian and global education contexts. Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
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EDGX910 Researching Children Subject Description: This subject develops

Autumn Wollongong On Campus critical and evaluative awareness of many influences
Credit Points: 6 which impact upon curriculum within a range
Pre-requisites: None of early childhood settings. A range of traditional,
Co-requisites: None alternative and contemporary curriculum models
Subject Description: Building on a philosophical will be analysed for their effectiveness in inclusive
framework based on the new sociology of childhood early childhood education. Current literature will be
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researching children will provide a comprehensive reviewed to enhance student awareness of national and
and practical introduction to undertaking a research international curriculum models and appropriateness
project where children are the key participants. This to the Australian early childhood context.
subject will begin by introducing students to the main
theories and theoretical approaches to doing research EDGY903 Socio-cultural Perspectives
with children. The second part will support students in the Early Years
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to review past research and then consider a variety of Spring Wollongong Flexible
possibilities on how to design and conduct research Credit Points: 6
with children. Then in conclusion the students will Pre-requisites: None
consider specific contemporary issues that working Co-requisites: None
with children may present and ways to overcome them. Subject Description: This subject will provide a
This final section will look closely at the ethics of theoretical background and practical strategies for
doing research with children and the advantages and creating an optimal social and personal environment for
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disadvantages of what being involved means for children, young children’s learning and development. Students
particularly for children who are positioned as vulnerable will be studying modern socio-cultural approaches to
or in socially or culturally disadvantaged contexts. early childhood education stemming from the theories
of Dewey,Vygotsky, Bruner and Bronfenbrenner, with a
EDGX917 International & Intercultural focus on practical implications for the development of
Perspectives in Education young children. The topics treated will include: the role
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Autumn Wollongong Distance of communication and language in early years; the quality
Credit Points: 6 of adult-child interaction; the role of family involvement
Pre-requisites: None and the household funds of knowledge; contextually
Co-requisites: None situated practice of early childhood education;
Subject Description: Learning and teaching is socio-cultural approach to observation and dynamic
strongly influenced by international developments in assessment; play and the development of imagination.
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education and by multicultural learning environments. In addition, research approaches based in socio-
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Students will critically analyse issues of language cultural theories will be discussed. These will include
policy, intercultural communication, ethnicity, culture, ethnographic study, action and development research.
and power from contemporary international and
intercultural perspectives. Students will explore concepts

EDGY904 Management and Leadership for EDGZ912 Special Research Topic
Early Childhood Professionals Autumn Wollongong On Campus
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Pre-requisites: None Pre-requisites: EDGA900,EDGZ900,
Co-requisites: None EDGZ921, EDGZ922 or equivalent
Subject Description: This subject will examine the Co-requisites: None
complex responsibilities of early childhood professionals in Subject Description: The subject will allow students
managing, delivering and advocating for quality programs following a specific specialisation to appraise, extend and
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and services for young children and their families. apply understanding and skills in their area of professional
Recognition will be given to the current context of early or academic concern. Students will be required to
childhood and the need for specific skills and knowledge undertake a critical reading, review and reporting program.
required by leaders in meeting organizational and broader Some students may extend their investigation via a small
societal aims and objectives. Change management, field based inquiry project which will explore the related
human resources management, powerful communication, theory and program issues in a professional setting
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intrapersonal/self awareness, vision-building and sharing,
motivation, supervision of staff, knowledge-building and EDGZ920 Research Project Report
mentoring, lobbying & advocacy are key components. Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Safety, nutrition and the physical, social and emotional Spring Wollongong Flexible
health of infants and young children plus Indigenous Credit Points: 2
perspectives on health and wellbeing of young children Pre-requisites: None
and families will be integrated into the subject. The subject Co-requisites: EDGZ921
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will include a focus on developing an understanding Subject Description: This subject is part of the
of the management, leadership and advocacy role of research orientation in the MEd program. It enables
early childhood professionals in promoting physical, the students to explore a research issue relevant to
social and emotional well-being of children and staff. their specialisation in the form of a short report.
No work in this subject should be commenced
EDGZ903 Minor Project in Education without approval from the Program co-ordinator or
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Autumn Wollongong Flexible the Director of the Graduate Teaching Program.
Credit Points: 8 EDGZ921 Introduction To
Pre-requisites: At least 16 cp in Research & Inquiry
specialisation, and EDGZ900 or EDGZ921, Summer 2009/
which can be studied concurrently. Autumn 2010 Wollongong Flexible

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Exclusions: EDGA903 Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Subject Description: This subject is part of the research Spring Wollongong Flexible
orientation in the MEd program. It enables a student to Spring Wollongong On Campus
explore a research issue in a sustained piece of writing, as Credit Points: 6
preparation for higher degree studies. No project work Pre-requisites: None
should be commenced without approval from the Program Co-requisites: None
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Co-ordinator or the Head of the Graduate School. Subject Description: This subject examines the nature
of research in Education and related areas. The subject
EDGZ906 Minor Project in Education will assist students in critically appraising reported
EDU Intake Feb Wollongong Distance research in academic contexts such as research journals,
Autumn Wollongong Flexible in public contexts such as government reports, and
EDU Intake May Wollongong Distance popular contexts such as the media. It will also provide
Spring Wollongong Flexible the tools to conduct small project and site-based research
EDU Intake Aug Wollongong Distance and evaluation studies. Specifically the subject will
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EDU Intake Nov Wollongong Distance address questions such as: why conduct research? what
Credit Points: 6 constitutes ‘good’ research? how are methodologies and
Pre-requisites: None theoretical frameworks for research determined? what
Co-requisites: EDGZ900 or EDGZ921 are the ethical implications of conducting and reporting
Exclusions: EDGZ903 on research? These questions will be explored through
Subject Description: This subject is part of the tasks and the development of a project proposal related to
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research orientation in the MEd program. It enables specialisation interests of students undertaking the subject.
the students in specialisations based on 6cp subjects
to explore a research issue in their specialisation in a EDGZ926 Professional Project
sustained piece of writing, as preparation for higher Annual Wollongong Flexible
degree studies. No project work should be commenced Credit Points: 12
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without approval from the Program co-ordinator or Pre-requisites: None

the Director of the Graduate Teaching Program. Co-requisites: None
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Subject Description: This subject takes the form

of a professional project which involves students
identifying issues, researching the literature for

recent information and presenting on current issues theory of Vygotsky. The aim of the subject is to develop
in their professional area; and the development and understanding of the ways that the Vygotskian perspectives
implementation of a project which would make a can be applied to conducting educational research. The
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contribution to their local community of practice. theoretical perspectives treated will include: communities
of practice, situated and distributed cognition, household
EDGZ930 Advanced Research funds of knowledge, activity theory and dynamic
Methods in Education assessment. In addition, research methods, which are
Autumn Wollongong Flexible consistent with Vygotskian approach, will be discussed.
Spring Wollongong Flexible These will include: ethnographic study, development
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Credit Points: 8 research and other relevant qualitative research methods.

Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: EDGZ922
Subject Description: This subject will examine
in detail the main approaches to qualitative and
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quantitative research in education. From writing research

questions to analysis, students will work through the
following research designs: observational (including
longitudinal, cross-sectional, and matched [case-control]);
experimental; quasi-experimental (including group
randomised trials); narrative; phenomenological; grounded
theory; ethnographical; and case-study research
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EDGZ931 Research Proposal

Credit Points: 8
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Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: EDGZ924
Subject Description: This subject helps students
to design and plan the study that they will undertake
within the research component of their course. Topics
include: identifying and articulating educational
problems; developing research questions; reviewing

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research literature; theoretical frameworks of

research; research methods and designs; practicalities
of conducting research; and ethics in research.
EDGZ932 Advanced Research Seminar

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Credit Points: 8
Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: EDGZ925
Subject Description: This subject provides students
with an opportunity to plan and conduct a small
project that contributes to their research study. The
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project is negotiated with the subject coordinator

and supervisor and may include (but not limited to):
the development of an intervention or intervention
materials; the design and or testing of data collection
instruments. Students will interact with other research
students within the subject to share their ideas and
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learn from the project experiences of others.
EDGZ965 Vygotskian Studies in Education

Credit Points: 4
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Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject will provide
postgraduate students with knowledge of modern
perspectives on teaching and learning derived from the

Faculty of Engineering
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Member Units
School of Civil, Mining and Environmental Engineering
School of Engineering Physics
School of Mechanical, Materials and Mechatronic Engineering
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Degrees Offered
Research
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Master of Engineering - Research
Master of Science – Research (Physics)
Coursework
Master of Engineering
· Civil Engineering
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· Environmental Engineering
· Materials Engineering
· Mechanical Engineering
· Mining Engineering
· Mechatronics
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Master of Engineering Practice
Master of Engineering Management
Master of Engineering Asset Management
Master of Professional Engineering
Master of Rolling Stock Engineering

Master of Medical Radiation Physics
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Master of Science (Medical Radiation Physics)
Graduate Diploma in Engineering
Graduate Diploma in Medical Radiation Physics
Graduate Diploma in Science (Physics)
Graduate Certificate in Engineering
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Graduate Certificate of Engineering Asset Management
Graduate Certificate in Rolling Stock Engineering
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Abbreviation: PhD
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Home Faculty: Faculty of Engineering

Total Credit Points: 48 credit points per year
Entry Requirements: Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline with Honours Class II, Division 2 or
higher
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Delivery Mode: On campus (Supervised and individual research)

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Overview
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidates undertake in-depth research in order to make an original contribution to the
body of knowledge in their area of interest. This qualification can lead to, or enhance, an academic career and is also
highly regarded by public and private sector employers. A thesis containing the candidate’s research will be presented for
external examination at the end of the study.
Current research areas are listed below:
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Civil Engineering
· Steel and concrete structures
· Composite steel-concrete structures
· Deepwater oil and gas riser design
· Bridge engineering
· Ecologically sustainable structural design
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· Solid and rock mechanics

· Foundation engineering, including railways
· Slope stability and reliability analysis
· Soft ground improvement technology
· Reinforced earth
· Dam and embankment engineering
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· Finite element and other numerical methods

· Structural dynamics
· Cementitious and advanced materials for construction
· Flood studies, hydraulics and hydrology
· Water quality engineering
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· Geo-environmental studies
· Flow and sediment transport in channel junctions
Environmental Engineering
· Advanced membrane treatment processes
· Agricultural waste treatment and management
· Ballast water treatment
· Bioenergy production and bioreactors
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· Electrocoagulation
· Environmental geotechnology
· Environmental hydraulics and unit processes
· Environmental pollution control modelling
· Groundwater contaminant transport and modelling
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· Integrated water recycling and reuse

· Recycling and solid waste management
· Remote area water treatment with renewable energy
· Removal of trace contaminants
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· Risk assessment of wastewater reuse projects

· Soil erosion and sediment transport
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· Supplementary water supply systems

· Treatment and drying of residuals for reuse
· Urban water quality process and modelling

· Water quality management and modelling of catchments, rivers and lakes.
Materials Engineering
Steel Metallurgy:
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· Peritectic phase transformation: mechanism and kinetics
· Development of in-situ observation techniques
· Kinetics of phase transformations in zincalume alloy systems
· Property/microstructure relationships
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· Process optimisation in direct reduction of iron
· Thermo-mechanical processing, including HSLA steels
· Corrosion of steelmaking refractories
· Slag properties and behaviour
Superconducting and Electronic Materials:
· Theory and mechanism of superconductors
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· Phase relation, phase evolution and chemistry of superconductors
· Single crystal growth and study of intrinsic properties
· Fabrication of bulk, wires and tapes superconductors
· Critical current density, transport mechanism and flux pinning
· Studies on structure, microstructure and stability
· Colossal magnetoresistance materials
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· Spintronic materials
· High energy batteries for electric vehicles
· Solid-state rechargeable lithium batteries for telecommunication and portable electronic devices
· Developing new cathode materials for lithium-ion batteries using Australian mineral resources
· Investigation of nano-materials for use in lithium rechargeable batteries
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· Composite cathode materials for lithium ion batteries using chemical coating technique
· Hydrogen storage materials
· Nickel-metal hydride batteries
· Processing of thin films
· Investigation of superconductor thin films

· Nanofabrication of novel multilayer materials
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· Coated conductors
· Nanostructure of electronic materials
· Ceramic and Refractory Materials:
· Sintering kinetics
· High temperature degradation
· Extrusion of resin-bonded ceramics
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· Processing of refractories
· Intelligent Polymers:
· Artificial muscles
· Chemical and physical sensors
· Electronic textiles
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· Polymer coating adhesion

· Mechanical properties of polymer coatings
· Surface properties of polymers
Nano-materials:
· Synthesis and characterisation of carbon nanotubes
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· High energy ball milling

· Structure and properties of nanocrystalline materials
Welding and Joining/Surface Engineering:
· Structure and properties of welded metals
· Weld metal cracking
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· Post weld heat treatment

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· Weldability of creep resistant steels

· Brazing and diffusion bonding
· Fusion welding of coated steels

· Surface engineering of materials
· Wear and surface property testing
· Physical vapour deposition processing of metals
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· Ion implantation
· Microwave processing of materials
· Solidification
· Welding automation
· Welding process control
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· Welding fume dispersion and control

· In process monitoring
· Laser hybrid welding
· Magnetically impelled arc butt welding
Special Materials Research and Technology
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· Nanostructural and high surface area materials produced by mechano-chemical methods

· Plasma assisted mechano-synthesis and processing
· Solid/solid, solid/liquid and solid/gas reaction chemistry
· Super-hard materials, glassy metals and metal matrix composites
· Synthesis of MEMS materials by advanced processing techniques
· Electric discharge assisted, rapid reduction processes
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· Plasma assisted synthesis of metal hydrides

· Iron-based shape memory alloys
· Copper based shape memory alloys
· Crystallography of martensitic transformations
· Microwave synthesis of non-oxide functional ceramics
· High temperature materials processing
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· Rapid solidification processing

Mechanical Engineering (includes Mechatronics)
Applied Mechanics:
· Bio-mechanics
· Solid mechanics
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· Computational fluid mechanics

· Jet cooling in industrial applications
· Finite element analysis
· Natural and hybrid ventilation of buildings
· Industrial ventilation systems
· Renewable energy systems
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· Wave energy conversion

· Offshore structures
· Small wind energy systems
· Mechanical engineering design
· Heavy vehicle and rail dynamics
· Railway engineering
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· Rolling mill technology

· Solar thermal system analysis and design
· Solid mechanics of elastic and magneto- elastic bodies
· System identification and control
· Tribology-bearing friction and wear
· Alternative fuels
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· Novel IC engines
Manufacturing and Mechatronics:
· Sensors and actuators
· Smart materials and structures
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· MEMS and Nanotechnology

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· Laser welding and surfacing

· Automated pipe welding
· Robotic repair technology
· Novel control of arc processes

· Virtual reality weld simulator
· Magnetic impelled arc butt-welding
· Automated QC and reliability engineering
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· Chip control in automated manufacture
· Expert/knowledge system in automated machining
· Intelligent manufacturing systems
· Monitoring/diagnosis of manufacturing processes and machinery conditions
· Integrated CAD/CAM
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· Maintenance management
Bulk Materials Handling:
· Prediction of bin wall loads and flow rates
· Feeding and discharging systems including pressurised systems
· Dust and fume control
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· Pneumatic conveying
· Computer simulation of discrete particles
· Biomass handling and feeding systems
· Fluidisation and deaeration
Mining Engineering
· Rock mechanics
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· Mine simulation, planning and design
· Mine safety and mine ventilation
· Geostatistics
· Computer applications in mining engineering
Physics
Engineering
· Astronomy and astrophysics
· Observational studies of star formation
· Comparative planetology: Mars and Venus
· Asteriod and cometary mining
· Laser spectroscopy

· Scattering of light by solids
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· Solid state spectroscopy of impurities in semiconductors
· Studies of electronic wave functions in solids
· Theoretical astrophysics - galaxy formation, gas dynamics
· Terahertz optoelectronics
· Spintronics
· Thermionics
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· Quantum transport in nanostructures
· Resonant tunnelling
· Far-infrared spectroscopy
· Thermal transport in layered structures
· Many body theory
· Zeeman spectroscopy Law
· Piezo spectroscopy
Medical Radiation Physics:
· Semiconductor radiation detectors
· Radiation transport and dosimetry
· Radiation therapy
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· Medical imaging and radiology

· PET and SPECT instrumentation
· High Energy Physics Detectors
· Proton Therapy
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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Engineering - Research
Abbreviation: MEng-Res
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Engineering Disciplines: Civil, Environmental, Materials, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Mining
Entry Requirements: Relevant degree with Honours Class III or above
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Overview
The Master of Engineering degree by research is intended for engineers qualified and interested in specific engineering
problems. The degree comprises a 48 credit point research thesis and 24 credit points of coursework. Coursework
comprises the 6 credit point subject ENGG951 Engineering Project Management plus 18 credit points of elective
subjects chosen from the relevant Master of Engineering program.
Credit for some or the entire coursework component may be granted on demonstrated research skills. Evidence of
these skills would normally be a Bachelor of Engineering (Honours Class II Division 2 or better) and/or an appropriate
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Masters Coursework degree.

For current research areas refer to the PhD program above.
Master of Science - Research

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science - Research
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Abbreviation: MSc - Res

Engineering School: Engineering Physics
Entry Requirements: Degree in Physics, or a Graduate Diploma in Science (Physics) or approved

equivalent qualification
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Overview
The Master of Science degree by research equips candidates with superior skills in research design and methodology in
preparation for leadership roles in their chosen field. The degree comprises a 48 credit point research thesis and 24 credit
points of coursework. Credit for some, or all of the coursework component may be granted on demonstrated research
skills.
Students entering with a degree below Honours Class II, Division 2 will complete the 48 credit point thesis and 24 credit
point combination of subjects chosen from the remaining Graduate Subjects below, and the list of undergraduate Physics
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subjects. These subjects will be chosen in consultation with, and approved by the Physics Discipline Advisor.
For current research areas refer to the PhD program above.
Course Program
Core Subjects
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PHYS401 Theoretical Mechanics and Electromagnetism 8

PHYS441 Advanced Astrophysics 4
PHYS444 Quantum Mechanics 8
PHYS446 Solid State Physics 8
PHYS910 Advanced Project in Physics A 6
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PHYS946 Advanced Solid State Physics 6

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PHYS948 Physics of Imaging 6

PHYS950 Special Topics in Physics A 8
PHYS952 Radiation and Radiotherapy Physics 8
PHYS953 Medical Imaging and Nuclear Medicine 8

PHYS954 Radiobiology and Radiation Protection 8
PHYS960 Advanced Project in Physics B 6
PHYS997 Special Topics in Physics B 6
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Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering)
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Engineering (Civil Engineering)
Abbreviation: MEng
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Entry Requirements: Bachelor of Engineering with Honours at Class III or higher from this University, or
an approved equivalent qualification
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Overview
The Master of Engineering allows students to combine specialist postgraduate subjects, according to their undergraduate
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background, with project work. The program comprises a 24 credit point dissertation and at least 24 credit points
of coursework. The dissertation typically requires rigorous research in a specialised area – normally in the area of
coursework components undertaken.
Course Program
Core Subject
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ENGG945 Dissertation 24
Elective Subjects
Four 6 credit point 900-level subjects to be agreed with the Head of School of Civil, Mining and Environmental.
Engineering (or delegated Discipline Advisor), taken primarily from the School and/or ENGG subjects.

Note: Not all subjects may be available in any one year – refer Subject Listing.
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Master of Engineering (Environmental Engineering)
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Engineering (Environmental Engineering)
Abbreviation: MEng
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Course Program
Core Subject
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Four 6 credit point 900 level subjects to be agreed with the Head of School of Civil, Mining and Environmental
Engineering (or delegated Discipline Advisor), taken primarily from subjects in the School of Civil, Mining and
Environmental Engineering and/or ENGG subjects.
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Master of Engineering (Materials Engineering)

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Engineering (Materials Engineering)
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Abbreviation: MEng
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Course Program
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Core Subject
Elective Subjects
Four 6 credit point 900 level subjects to be agreed with the Head of School of Mechanical, Materials and Mechatronics
Engineering (or delegated Discipline Advisor), taken primarily from the School of Mechanical, Materials and
Mechatronics Engineering subjects and/or ENGG subjects
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Master of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering)
Abbreviation: MEng
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Course Program
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Core Subject
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Elective Subjects

Engineering (or delegated Discipline Advisor), taken primarily from the School of Mechanical, Materials and
Mechatronics Engineering subjects and/or ENGG subjects.
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Master of Engineering (Mining Engineering)

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Engineering (Mining Engineering)
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Abbreviation: MEng
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Course Program
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Core Subject
Elective Subjects
Four 6 credit point 900 level subjects to be agreed with the Head of School of Civil, Mining and Environmental
Engineering (or delegated Discipline Advisor), taken primarily from School of Civil, Mining and Environmental

Engineering subjects and/or ENGG subjects.
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Master of Engineering (Mechatronics)

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Engineering (Mechatronics)
Abbreviation: MEng
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Course Program
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Elective Subjects

Engineering (or delegated Discipline Advisor), taken primarily from School of Mechanical, Materials and Mechatronics
Engineering subjects and/or ECTE or ENGG subjects.
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Master of Engineering Practice

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Engineering Practice
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Abbreviation: MEngPrac
Engineering Discipline: Refer to Engineering streams below
Entry Requirements: A four year Bachelor of Engineering degree
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Overview
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The Master of Engineering Practice has been designed to meet the needs of engineering leaders of the future. This
program allows practicing engineers to build on, update and acquire additional knowledge in areas not covered in their
first degree.
This is a 48 credit point program. The core program comprises four, 6 credit point subjects. The remaining 24 credit
points can be selected from the Engineering Postgraduate subject list.
With approval of the Course Advisor, students can undertake a 12 credit point dissertation as part of the elective subjects.
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The dissertation, ENGG940 Dissertation, is a research project allowing students to pursue a particular area in depth.
The dissertation develops skills in information retrieval, project planning and organisation analysis, problem solving, and
effective communication of results.
Where insufficient subjects are offered in a particular stream and/or where students are not able to provide assumed
knowledge for available electives, the Course Advisor may substitute ENGG subjects, providing at least three subjects are
taken from the stream under consideration.

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Course Program
Core Subjects
ENGG950 Innovation and Design 6
ENGG951 Engineering Project Management 6
ENGG952 or Engineering Computing 6
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ENGG953 Modelling of Engineering Management Systems 6

ENGG954 Strategic Management for Engineers and Technologists 6
Elective Subjects – Asset Management
ENGG944 Infrastructure Decision Support 6
ENGG956 Financial Management for Engineered Assets 6
ENGG957 Project Implementation and Outsourcing 6
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ENGG958 Life-Cycle and Risk Management 6

ENGG960 Maintenance Requirements Analysis 6
ENGG961 Systems Reliability Engineering 6
Elective Subjects – Civil Engineering
CIVL904 Highway Materials 6
CIVL909 Advanced Foundation Engineering 6
Science
CIVL912 Engineering Hydrology 6

CIVL916 Research Topics in Civil Engineering 6
CIVL980 Advanced Computer Applications 6
CIVL981 Special Topic A 6
ENVE929 Site Contamination and Remediation Technologies 6
Elective Subjects – Environmental Engineering
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ENVE923 Industrial Waste Engineering and Cleaner Production 6
ENVE924 Solid and Hazardous Waste Management 6
ENVE925 Water Quality Engineering and Management 6

ENVE926 Air and Noise Pollution Management 6
ENVE927 Environmental Engineering Processes Design 6
ENVE928 Design or Urban Water Systems 6
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ENVE930 Coastal, River and Groundwater Engineering 6
ENVE931 Membrane Processes and Applications 6
MECH979 Sustainable Transport and Engine Technology 6
Elective Subjects – Manufacturing Engineering
Commerce
MECH934 Advanced Manufacturing Processes 6
MECH935 Integrated Manufacturing Systems 6
MECH949 Advanced Computer Control of Machines and Processes 6
MECH950 Advanced Robotics 6
TBS 908 Supply Chain Management 6
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TBS 926 Manufacturing Management 6
Elective Subjects – Materials Engineering
ENGG909 The Science of Materials 6
MATL903 Recent Developments in Materials 6
MATL905 Engineering Alloys 6
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MATL906 Ceramic Materials 6
MATL907 Polymeric Materials 6
MATL913 Structural Analysis of Materials 6
MATL952 Corrosion, Wear and Fatigue 6
MATL938 Casting and Forming 6
MATL972 Selection and Design of Materials 6
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Elective Subjects – Mechanical Engineering
ENGG941 Sustainability for Engineers, Scientists and Professionals 6
ENGG948 Sustainable Energy Technologies 6
MECH913 Pneumatic Transport of Bulk Solids 6

MECH918 Sustainable Energy in Buildings 6
MECH919 Advanced Topics in Mechanical Engineering 1 6
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MECH928 Finite Element Techniques in Mechanical Engineering 6
Informatics
MECH980 Automotive Dynamics 6
Elective Subjects – Mechatronic Engineering
ECTE912 DC-Sourced Power Electronics 6
ECTE925 Industrial Drives and Actuators 6
ECTE931 Real-time Computing 6
ECTE941 Intelligent Control 6
ENGG953 Modelling of Engineering Management Systems 6 Law
MECH939 Advanced Topics in Mechatronic Engineering 6
MECH941 Micro/Nano Robotic Systems 6
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Elective Subjects – Mining Engineering

MINE902 Advanced Studies in Mining Engineering 6
MINE903 Simulation of Mining Operations and Problems 6
MINE904 Rock Mechanics 6
MINE905 Environmental Control in Mines 6
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MINE906 Mining Engineering Techniques 6

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MINE916 Mineral Valuation, Risk Analysis 6

Note: Not all subjects available in any one year – refer Subject Listing.

Subjects may require prior knowledge. Students MUST consult with the Schools and Subject Coordinators concerned
and obtain agreement prior to enrolment.
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Master of Engineering Management

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Engineering Management
Abbreviation: MEngMgmt
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Entry Requirements: A Bachelor of Engineering degree or other qualifications together with at least 4
years’ experience in a senior management position will be considered
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Overview
The Master of Engineering Management is aimed at Engineers and others who see their careers progressing into
management. The course provides them with a very strong grounding in some of the most modern management
thinking that is applicable to the Engineering and Manufacturing industries. Graduates of this degree will become
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empowered to work in teams and understand managers from other disciplines including finance, human resources and
marketing. They will be equipped to advance their careers into senior managerial positions.
This is a 48 credit point program. The core program comprises five 6 credit point subjects. The remaining 18 credit
points can be selected from the elective subjects listed below.
Course Program
Engineering

Core Subjects

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Elective Subjects
BUSS907 Fundamentals of e-Business* 6
BUSS927 Human Computer Interaction* 6
BUSS952 Strategic Information Systems Management* 6
ENGG937 Special Topic in Engineering Management 6
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MARK922 Marketing Management* 6
MGMT911 Organisational Behaviour* 6
MGMT915 Management of Change* 6
MGMT940 Innovation and Entrepreneurship* 6
MGMT963 Management of Occupational Health and Safety* 6
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MGMT978 Cross Cultural Management* 6

TBS 903 Managing People in Organisations 6
TBS 904 Marketing Management 6
TBS 950 Quality Management 6
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* Subjects may require prior knowledge. Students should not enrol in these subjects without consultation and approval of
the lecturer(s) concerned.

Students who successfully complete the Master of Engineering Management may apply for entry in to either the Master
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of Engineering Practice (Double Major) or the Master of Business Administration.

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To complete the Master of Engineering Practice (Double Major), students will be granted the major in Engineering
Management and will be required to complete a further 36 credit points including an additional major study to complete
the course.

To complete the Master of Business Administration, candidates will be required to complete a further six specified
subjects (36 credit points) as determined by the Graduate Studies Advisor.
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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Engineering Asset Management
Abbreviation: MEngAssetMgmt
Engineering Discipline: Mechanical Engineering
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Entry Requirements: A Bachelor of Engineering degree from a recognised tertiary institution
Delivery Mode: Modular
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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
The objective of the program is to ensure continuous improvement in the strategic and tactical response of organisations
and their managers to the management of infrastructure assets.
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The program provides the knowledge to organise and manage engineered asset costs effectively. From a strategic
framework, students progressively address problems in designing and managing assets. This is achieved through a balanced
program of subjects in asset management science and engineering, business administration and management and industrial
engineering, with emphasis on practical applications. Students learn concepts and techniques by evaluating potential
solutions to challenges faced by organisations.
This is a 48 credit point program. The core program comprises six 6 credit point subjects. The remaining 12 credit
points can be either two 6 credit point elective subjects from the list below or one 12 credit point dissertation.
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Core Subjects

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Elective Subjects
ENGG959 Asset Management System Design 6
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Or

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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Professional Engineering

Abbreviation: MPE
Entry Requirements: Bachelor of Engineering degree, minimum duration 4 years
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Overview
The Master of Professional Engineering is designed to provide graduates with practical professional practice, advanced
technical skills, organisational and management skills and provides an opportunity for industrial experience or research.

Students will gain knowledge in a variety of areas, such as Australian professional engineering practice, sustainability,
environmental economics and occupational health and safety. Students will also gain skills in innovative problem solving
techniques; ability to manage engineering projects; sound knowledge of state-of-the-art engineering computing and
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IT applications; appreciation of financial management systems. Graduates will have the potential to take up responsible
middle management roles in engineering in Australia and elsewhere.
The study program consists of three stages:
· Core Professional Development (42 credit points)
· Professional Options (18 credit points)
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· Major – Technical Enhancement (36 credit points)
Course Program
Core Subjects
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ENGG942 Professional Practice 12

ENGG952 Engineering Computing 6
Professional Options 1
ENGG943 Engineering Professional Placement* 6
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ENGG940 Research Dissertation 12

ENGG943 Engineering Professional Placement* 6
PLUS Two subjects from Master of Engineering Management degree 12
ENGG940 Research Dissertation 12
PLUS One subject from Master of Engineering Management degree 6
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Major – 36 credit points from one of the following majors

Asset Management

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Civil Engineering
Informatics
CIVL916 Research Topics in Civil Engineering 6

CIVL980 Advanced Computer Applications 6
CIVL981 Special Topic A 6
Law
ENVE924 Solid and Hazardous Waste Management 6

ENVE927 Environmental Engineering Processes Design 6
ENVE928 Design or Urban Water Systems 6
Science
ENVE930 Coastal, River and Groundwater Engineering 6

ENVE931 Membrane Processes and Applications 6
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MATL913 Structural Analysis of Materials 6
MATL952 Corrosion, Wear and Fatigue 6
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MATL938 Casting and Forming 6
Mechanical Engineering
Commerce
MECH913 Pneumatic Transport of Bulk Solids 6
MECH918 Sustainable Energy in Buildings 6
MECH919 Advanced Topics in Mechanical Engineering 1 6
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Mechatronic Engineering
ECTE912 DC-Sourced Power Electronics 6
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ECTE925 Industrial Drives and Actuators 6
ECTE931 Real-time Computing 6
ECTE941 Intelligent Control 6
Engineering
MECH939 Advanced Topics in Mechatronic Engineering 6
MECH941 Micro/Nano Robotic Systems 6
Mining Engineering

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MINE916 Mineral Valuation, Risk Analysis 6
MINE918 Commodity Analysis 6
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* Students must qualify to enrol in this subject, please see the Course Coordinator.
Master of Rolling Stock Engineering

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Rolling Stock Engineering
Abbreviation: MRSE
Duration: 2 years part-time (no full-time option)
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Entry Requirements: A Bachelor degree in engineering from a recognised tertiary institution. Applicants
without a Bachelor degree in engineering may be considered based on other
qualifications together with relevant work experience.
Delivery Mode: Self-directed learning
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Overview
The Master of Rolling Stock Engineering is designed for engineers wanting to develop their knowledge in rolling stock
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engineering. The majority of students are employed in the rail industry however a support program is available to students
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without industry contact. This course has been developed in collaboration with industry and provides a structured
approach to learning and development. Students will learn from industry experts and will be provided with invaluable
networking opportunities. The delivery method is perfect for professionals working full-time and allows students to study
at a time that best suits them.

For more information, please refer to the Rolling Stock website: http://www.uow.edu.au/eng/UOW063707.html
Course Program
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Part 1
ENGG924 Railway and rolling stock environment 6
ENGG925 Rail Motive Power 6
ENGG926 Rail vehicle design 6
ENGG927 Rolling stock safety and braking systems 6
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Part 2
ENGG928 Rolling stock dynamics and bogies 6
ENGG929 Rolling stock construction maintenance and design 6
ENGG940 Dissertation (in rolling stock engineering) 12
equivalent to two subjects
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Master of Medical Radiation Physics

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Medical Radiation Physics
Abbreviation: MMedRadPhys
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Entry Requirements: Completion of Bachelor of Science or equivalent with Physics as a major study
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Overview
Candidates who have completed a Bachelors degree which did not include a relevant major study will be required to
complete additional subjects in Physics as outlined in the Masters Degree regulations. Students who have completed
the Bachelor of Medical Radiation Physics from the University of Wollongong, or equivalent specialist course, would
be advised to enrol in a Medical Radiation Physics research program. The course consists of a research project and four
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subjects.
Course Program
Core Subjects
PHYS951 Medical Physics Research Project 18
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GHMB927 An Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology 6

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The Master of Medical Radiation Physics has been approved by DEEWR as an eligible Masters programme for Student
Income Support.
information.
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Master of Science (Medical Radiation Physics)
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science (Medical Radiation Physics)
Abbreviation: MSc(MedRadPhys)
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Entry Requirements: Completion of Bachelor of Science or equivalent
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Overview
The Master of Science (Medical Radiation Physics) is a program for graduates with a minimal physics background
who wish to work in public health and related areas, who have a need for current knowledge and technical expertise in
Medical Radiation Physics.
Course Program
An applied research project under the supervision of professional medical physicists is selected from one of the current
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research fields:
· Nuclear Medicine
· Medical Imaging
· Instrumentation and Imaging Physics
· Radiation Protection
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· Diagnostic Radiology
· Radiotherapy
· Radiobiology
In addition to the research project, the program also comprises twelve coursework subjects:

1st Year
MATH201 Multivariate and Vector Calculus 6
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PHYS205 Advanced Modern Physics 6
GHMB927 An Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology 6
MATH202 Applied Differential Equations 6
PHYS225 Electromagnetism and Optoelectronics 6
PHYS255 Radiation Physics 6
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PHYS375 Nuclear Physics 6
2nd Year
PHYS325 Electromagnetism 6
PHYS953 Medical Physics Research Project 8
PHYS951 Medical Physics Research Project 18 Law
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Graduate Diploma in Engineering
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Engineering
Abbreviation: GDipEng
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Engineering Disciplines: Civil, Environmental, Materials, Mechanical, Mining
Entry Requirements: A Bachelor of Engineering degree or tertiary qualifications plus exceptional
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professional engineering work experience may be considered in special circumstances.

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Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Engineering is intended to provide specialised studies in Engineering if studying a different
discipline for the first time. This course will allow a basic working knowledge of either, Civil, Mining, Environmental,
Mechanical, Mechatronic or Materials Engineering.
Students complete 48 credit points of subjects in their chosen discipline area:
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Civil Engineering
Core Subjects
CIVL311 Structural Design 1 6
CIVL314 Structural Design 2 6
CIVL352 Structures 1 6
CIVL361 Geomechanics 1 6
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CIVL454 Structures 2 6
Plus one subject from electives below
CIVL245 Construction Materials 6
CIVL272 Surveying 6
CIVL394 Construction 6
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CIVL444 Civil Engineering Design 6

Informatics
ENVE927 Environmental Engineering Processes 6

ENVE928 Design of Urban Water Systems 6
ENGG931 Membrane Processes and Applications 6
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MINE916 Mineral Valuation and Risk Analysis 6
MINE422 Mine Planning and Development 6
MINE434 Special Topics in Mining Engineering 6
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Mechanical Engineering
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MECH321 Dynamics of Engineering Systems 6

MECH311 Mechanical Engineering Design 6
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MECH365 Control of Machines and Processes 6

MECH431 or Computational Fluid Dynamics 6
MECH341 Thermodynamics of Engineering Systems 6

Core Subjects
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MATL952 Performance of Materials B 6
Plus two subjects from electives below
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MATL932 Surface Engineering of Materials 6
MATL937 Process Metallurgy 6
Mechatronic Engineering
For students with Mechanical Engineering background
CSCI191 Engineering Programming 1 6
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ECTE233 Digital Hardware 1 6
ECTE301 Digital Signal Processing 1 6
ECTE202 Circuits and Systems 6
ECTE203 Signals and Systems 6
ECTE323 Power Engineering 2 6
ECTE212 Electronics 6
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For students with Electrical Engineering background
ENGG251 Mechanics of Solids 6
MECH382 Manufacturing Engineering 6
MECH340 Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer 6
ENGG152 Engineering Mechanics 6
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MECH215 Fundamentals of Machine Component Design 6
MECH226 Machine Dynamics 6
MECH311 Mechanical Engineering Design 6
For students with other Engineering background
Core Subjects
CSCI191 Engineering Programming 1 6

ECTE233 Digital Hardware 1 6
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MECH382 or Manufacturing Engineering Principles 6
MECH372 Solids Handling and Process Engineering 6
Plus two MECH and two ECTE subjects from electives below
MECH215 Fundamentals of Machine Component Design 6
MECH226 Machine Dynamics 6
Informatics
MECH365 Control of Machines and Processes 6
ECTE203 Signals and Systems 6
ECTE212 Electronics 6
ECTE323 Power Engineering 2 6
ECTE202 Circuits and Systems 6
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Graduate Diploma Medical Radiation Physics
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma Medical Radiation Physics
Abbreviation: GDipMRP
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Entry Requirements: A pass Bachelor degree of at least three years’ duration in a relevant discipline
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Overview
This Graduate Diploma is based on the coursework component of the Master of Medical Radiation Physics; it allows
students to complete the formal coursework necessary for Australasian College of Physical Scientists and Engineers in
Medicine (ACPSEM) accreditation separately from the research component.
The Graduate Diploma program has been accepted by ACPSEM as leading towards accreditation as a professional medical
physicist. The Graduate Diploma is not accredited by ACPSEM.
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Students must consult the Medical Radiation Physics Discipline Adviser for admission to the course. Forty eight (48)
credit points are to be chosen from the following list in consultation with the Physics Discipline Advisor.
Course Program
Core Subjects
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GMBH927 An Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology 6

Plus 2 electives from the Physics undergraduate program or 900-level Physics subjects.
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Graduate Diploma in Science (Physics)

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Science (Physics)
Abbreviation: GDipSc
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Entry Requirements: A pass Bachelor degree of at least three years’ duration in a relevant discipline.
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Overview
This course is designed to provide:
1. a Masters qualifying course for students who have inadequate preparation for direct entry into the Masters by
Research program;
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2. an opportunity for Science teachers who have a degree, but have taken Physics to first or second year level only, to
improve their understanding and horizons in Physics;
3. an opportunity for international students and students without a full major in Physics to update their knowledge of
Physics.
Students must consult the Physics Discipline Adviser for admission to the course. Forty eight (48) credit points are to be
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chosen from the following list in consultation with the Physics Discipline Advisor.
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Course Program
Core Subjects
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PHYS205 Advanced Modern Physics 6
PHYS215 Vibrations, Waves and Optics 6
PHYS233 Introduction to Environmental Physics 6
PHYS235 Mechanics and Thermodynamics 6
PHYS295 Astronomy - Concepts of the Universe 6
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MATH201 Multivariate and Vector Calculus * 6
MATH202 Applied Differential Equations * 6
MATH283 Mathematics 2E for Engineers Part 1 6
PHYS305 Quantum Mechanics * 6
PHYS325 Electromagnetism * 6
PHYS335 Classic Mechanics * 6
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PHYS365 Detection of Radiation: Neutrons, Electrons and X-Rays 6
PHYS375 Nuclear Physics 6
PHYS385 Statistical Mechanics * 6
PHYS390 Astrophysics 6
PHYS401 Theoretical Mechanics and Electromagnetism 8
PHYS441 Advanced Astrophysics 4
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PHYS446 Solid State Physics 8
PHYS452 Medical Imaging 8
PHYS456 Imaging Physics 8
PHYS910 Advanced Project in Physics A 6
PHYS947 Special Topics in Physics A 6
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PHYS948 Physics of Imaging 6
PHYS960 Advanced Project in Physics B 6
PHYS990 Applied Physics Project 24
PHYS997 Special Topics in Physics B 6
Note: Starred subjects are pre- and co-requisites of some of the Physics subjects.

Graduate Certificate in Engineering
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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Engineering
Abbreviation: GCertEng
Duration: 6 months full-time or 1 year part-time
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Entry Requirements: A Bachelor of Engineering degree from a recognised tertiary institution.
CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
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This program is designed for those wishing to undertake a short program in Engineering. Other qualifications, together
with relevant professional experience, will be considered.
On completion of the Graduate Certificate, students can apply to transfer to the Master of Engineering Practice.
Course Program
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Core Subjects
ENGG952 Engineering Computing 6
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Plus one elective subject from one of the Master of Engineering Practice programs.
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Graduate Certificate of Engineering Asset Management
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate of Engineering Asset Management
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Abbreviation: GCertEngAssetMgmt
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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
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This course is designed for those wishing to undertake a short program in Engineering Asset Management. On
completion of the Graduate Certificate, students can apply to transfer to the Master of Engineering Asset Management.
This is a 24 credit point program. The core program comprises three 6 credit point subjects. The remaining 6 credit
points can be from the Master of Engineering Asset Management core or elective list.
Course Program
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Core Subjects
Plus one elective 6
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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Engineering Asset Management
Abbreviation: MEngAssetMgmt
Engineering Discipline: Mechanical Engineering

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Duration: 2 years part-time (no full time option)

Entry Requirements: A Bachelor degree in engineering from a recognised tertiary institution. Applicants
without a Bachelor degree in engineering may be considered based on other
qualifications together with relevant work experience.
Delivery Mode: Flexible delivery methods
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Overview
The objective of the program is to ensure continuous improvement in the strategic and tactical response of organisations
and their managers to the management of infrastructure assets. This course provides the knowledge to organise and
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manage engineered asset costs effectively. From a strategic framework, students progressively address problems in
designing and managing assets, and learn concepts and techniques by evaluating potential solutions to challenges faced
by organisations. A number of delivery formats can be made available to suit a range of needs. This course has been
developed in collaboration with industry and is delivered by leading academics, ensuring the content is relevant and up-
to-date.
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For more information, please refer to the Engineering Asset Management website: http://www.uow.edu.au/eng/
UOW063708.html
Course Program
This is a 48 credit point program. The core program comprises six 6 credit point subjects. The remaining 12 credit points
can be either two 6 credit point elective subjects from the list below or one 12 credit point dissertation.
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Core Subjects

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Elective Subjects
ENGG959 Asset Management System Design 6
Or
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Graduate Certificate in Rolling Stock Engineering

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Rolling Stock Engineering
Abbreviation: GCertRSE
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Duration: 1 year part-time (no full-time option)
Delivery Mode: Distance
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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
This course is designed for those wishing to undertake a short program in Rolling Stock Engineering. On completion of
the Graduate Certificate, students can apply to transfer to the Master of Rolling Stock Engineering.
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Course Program
This is a 24 credit point program. The core program comprises four 6 credit point subjects.
Core Subjects

ENGG924 Railway and Rolling Stock Environment 6
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ENGG925 Rail Motive Power 6
ENGG926 Rail Vehicle Design 6
ENGG927 Rolling Stock Safety and Braking Systems 6
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SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS travel-demand forecasting; trip generation analysis;
model split analysis; trip distribution analysis; route
assignment analysis; economic analysis; employment
CIVL899 Advanced Topics in Engineering
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and population forecasts; evaluation of transport

Annual Wollongong On Campus plans; airport engineering; classification, design
Credit Points: 48 standards, layout and development, terminal facilities,
Pre-requisites: None city-airport transport systems; urban transportation;
Co-requisites: None railroad engineering; light rail rapid transit; pipeline
Subject Description: Students will normally take a transportation; belt conveyors - freight and passengers.
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selection of topics at advanced level from the following:

computer aided analysis and design; computer methods; CIVL907 Civil Engineering Computations
concrete design; civil engineering materials; finite Not on offer in 2010
element techniques; hydrology; hydraulics; numerical Credit Points: 6
techniques; reliability; rock mechanics, soil mechanics; Pre-requisites: None
simulation; structural analysis and design; structural Co-requisites: None
topology; town planning; traffic planning; traffic
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Subject Description: This subject will concentrate

engineering; transportation; highway engineering; urban on software packages which are designed for application
investigations; structural dynamics; continuum mechanics. to a wide range of structural types, both two and three
dimensional, including trusses, frames, plates and shells.
CIVL901 Project Any combination of these components may be used with
Autumn Wollongong On Campus a variety of analysis and design procedures including
Spring Wollongong On Campus linear elastic analysis, nonlinear optimization, steel frame
Credit Points: 6
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member design, and design and checking of reinforced

Pre-requisites: None concrete building frames including beams, columns,
Co-requisites: None slabs, steel quantity and location, material take-off etc.
Subject Description: First stage of a comprehensive
study concerning a specific topic; formulation of problem CIVL908 Advanced Soil Mechanics
and literature study, critical examination of current work; Spring Wollongong On Campus
planning of solution methods; presentation of results. Credit Points: 6
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CIVL903 Concrete Technology Co-requisites: None
Not on offer in 2010 Subject Description: The principle of effective
Credit Points: 6 stress and its implications; stress paths in soil mechanics;
Pre-requisites: None problems of shear strength and failure; peak, residual and
Co-requisites: None
softened shear strengths for soil; pore pressure parameters

Subject Description: Mix design theories; design A and B; the use of pore pressure parameters in practice;
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of high performance and lightweight concrete, elastic selected problems of stability and settlement; the analysis
behaviour; strength, creep, shrinkage; concreting and performance of slopes; the factor of safety concept;
operations; durability; significance of tests and stress analysis approaches; introduction to soil dynamics.
properties of constituent materials; analysis of results;
non-destructive tests; special concrete applications. CIVL909 Advanced Foundation Engineering
CIVL904 Highway Materials
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Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: General principles concerning
Co-requisites: None selection of foundation type on different types of soil;
Subject Description: Soil and roadmaking aggregate Bearing capacity theories, shallow and deep footings,
surveys; compaction of soil; road construction with soil difficult ground conditions including collapsing
and low-grade aggregates; mechanical, cement, bituminous, and swelling soils; performance observations in
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and resinous stabilisation; constructional methods in soil geotechnical engineering; preventative and remedial
stabilisation. The origin, preparation, constitution and measures against ground movement and slope failure;
rheology of bituminous binders; mechanical and physical buoyancy rafts and basements; selected problems of
properties of bituminous materials. Close and open foundation analysis and design; dam foundations;
textured materials. Surface dressing. Plant. Sampling and stress distribution and stress analysis; soil sampling and
testing. Maintenance. Concrete construction. Materials; exploration; soil stabilisation including drainage.
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mixing; laying; sampling and testing. Maintenance.

Pavement design and evaluation - a review of current CIVL911 Finite Elements Methods
Australian, European and North American Practice. Not on offer in 2010
Credit Points: 6
CIVL905 Transportation Engineering Pre-requisites: None
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Co-requisites: None
Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: Variational principles;
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Pre-requisites: None element shape functions, ‘displacement’ and ‘stress’

Co-requisites: None formulations, curved and isoparametric elements;
Subject Description: Transport problems; urban
travel demands; the transport planning process;

computer programming techniques; analysis of spreadsheet applications, case studies selected from
plates, shells and axisymmetric structures; analysis civil and environmental engineering practice, use of
of slab- and box-type bridge superstructures. MATLAB, EXCEL and similar computer packages.
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CIVL912 Engineering Hydrology CIVL981 Special Topic A
Spring Wollongong On Campus Autumn Wollongong On Campus
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Subject Description: Storm models, storm Co-requisites: None
maximisation, extreme precipitation estimates, Subject Description: Specialist topic in
intensity-frequency duration analysis, design storms; civil engineering offered by members of staff,
rainfall losses, infiltration models, design losses; professional engineers or visitors to the Faculty.
advanced unit - hydrograph theory, synthetic unit
hydrographics; hydrograph synthesis by runoff - routing; CIVL982 Special Topic B
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design floods for rural and urban catchments. Not on offer in 2010
Credit Points: 6
CIVL916 Research Topics in Pre-requisites: None
Civil Engineering Co-requisites: None
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: Specialist topic in
Spring Wollongong On Campus civil engineering offered by members of staff,
Credit Points: 6 professional engineers or visitors to the School.
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Co-requisites: None ENGG909 The Science of Materials
Subject Description: Topics will be selected Spring Wollongong On Campus
from those areas of Civil Engineering in which Credit Points: 6
staff members or visiting staff members to the Pre-requisites: None
Faculty, are engaged in active research. Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Students will learn
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CIVL920 Civil Engineering Hydraulics the fundamentals of crystallography, chemical
Not on offer in 2010 thermodynamics and kinetics that are required to
Credit Points: 6 understand the relationships between the processing,
Pre-requisites: None structures and properties of engineering materials.
Co-requisites: None Case studies and worked examples will be used to

Subject Description: Uniform flow in rivers and develop an understanding of how this knowledge is
flood plains; open channel roughness and flow resistance; applied to chemical reactions, phase transformations
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non-uniform open channel flow; backwater curve and microstructural development in metals, polymers
computation; unsteady open channel flow. Flood wave and ceramics. Laboratory classes will be used to give
routing; hydraulics of spillways; hydraulics of bridges and practical experience with properties measurement
culverts; retarding basin hydraulics; urban stormwater and analysis. Successful completion of this subject
drainage design; sediment transport in open channel flow. will allow students to enrol in other MATL subjects
in the Materials Engineering specialisation.
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CIVL923 Advanced Reinforced Concrete
Not on offer in 2010 ENGG919 Dissertation
Credit Points: 6 Annual Wollongong Flexible
Subject Description: Strength and behaviour of Pre-requisites: None
reinforced concrete members in flexure, shear, torsion Co-requisites: None
and compression; bond and anchorage; non-rectangular Subject Description: A thesis is required
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sections; numerical and semi-graphical methods. Short based on project work and/or an interpretative
and long-term deflections of beams; effect of repeated literature review on a topic.
loading and impact. Analysis and design of deep beams.
Yield line method for slabs. Design code provisions. ENGG923 Advanced Digital Sound
and Imaging Techniques
CIVL980 Advanced Computer Applications Not on offer in 2010
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Co-requisites: None Subject Description: Physics of sound, propagation
Subject Description: The subject content will of sound in air, interference and resonances, harmonics
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comprise a selection from the following topics: Finite and musical instruments, acoustics; frequency response,
element modelling and simulation, system analysis, digital sound recording and playback, digital filters,
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optimal design of civil and environmental engineering digital audio data compression and extraction and audio
systems, advanced statistical techniques, advanced streaming; sound system design, frequency response
curves, sound cards, audio systems, microphones,

amplifiers and speakers. Introduction to digital image ENGG927 Rolling Stock Safety and
fundamentals: resolution, bit depth, compression, colour, Braking System
image enhancement and geometric manipulations; Spring Wollongong Distance
Arts
noise reduction; image compositing; time and temporal Credit Points: 6

manipulations, image tracking and stabilization; Pre-requisites: None
file formats: quality and efficiency; case studies. Co-requisites: None
ENGG924 Railway and Rolling Subject Description: Rail safety systems and
the interface with train braking systems, historical
Stock Environment development of train brakes, train brake fail-
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Not on offer in 2010 safe concepts, train brake types, components and
Credit Points: 6 applications, compressed air systems, train brake control
Pre-requisites: None and controllers, train brake system performance and
Co-requisites: None design - parking, normal and emergency operation,
Subject Description: Rail within a transport industry train brake examination and testing, deadman and
context, historical perspective on railways development, vigilance control, investigation of incidents where
Creative Arts
business structures for rail organisations, rolling stock brake system failure may have been a factor.
interfaces, safety considerations, design drivers, system
design specification, rolling stock system(operations, ENGG928 Rolling Stock Dynamics
servicing, maintenance), component interfaces, and Bogies
train types and applications, rolling stock operation
Autumn Wollongong Distance
and asset management, railway cost perspectives,
Credit Points: 6
technological development trends in rolling stock.
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ENGG925 Rail Motive Power Co-requisites: None

Autumn Wollongong Distance Subject Description: Introduce students to the
Credit Points: 6 application of engineering principles and techniques to
Pre-requisites: None rolling stock design and guide them in the application
Co-requisites: None of codes of practice and standards governing rolling
Subject Description: Diesel electric locomotives, stock design, operation and asset management. It builds
Engineering
electric locomotives, diesel hydraulic locomotives, on the broad body of knowledge obtained from the
integrated EMU, locomotive structure, locomotive Graduate Certificate in Rolling Stock Engineering.
configurations, locomotive performance, locomotive Wheel-rail interface and resulting dynamic forces applied
control systems, locomotive bogies, locomotive engines, to bogies, wind loadings on vehicles, forces arising
locomotive traction generation, locomotive auxiliary from abnormal conditions, modes of vibration, control
systems, locomotive maintenance considerations. of longitudinal dynamics, control of lateral dynamics,

Elements of a traction system: interfaces with other control of vertical dynamics, suspension design, stability
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systems, interactions between elements, limitations of wagons, passenger cars, locomotives and trains.
on tractive effort, traction control, basic traction ENGG929 Rolling stock construction
technologies and their design, operation and
maintenance characteristics: electric, diesel hydraulic, maintenance and design
diesel, railcars, EMU, safety and environmental Spring Wollongong Distance
issues, performance criteria and measurement. Credit Points: 6
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ENGG926 Rail Vehicle Design Co-requisites: None
Spring Wollongong Distance Subject Description: Capstone subject bringing
Credit Points: 6 together the various factors influencing rolling stock
Pre-requisites: None design into a coherent process of engineering application.
Co-requisites: None Integration of factors governing rolling stock design
Subject Description: Types and application of including safety, dynamic performance, structural integrity,
passenger rolling stock, passenger rolling stock environmental and social impact, crashworthiness. Rolling
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configurations, passenger rolling stock structure, stock types and configurations, rolling stock construction
passenger rolling stock performance, passenger rolling methods and techniques, couplers and draft gear, air
stock traction and control systems, passenger rolling and water piping, electrical cabling, internal fit out,
stock human interfaces, passenger rolling stock bogies, auxiliary systems, passenger car door mechanisms, wagon
passenger rolling stock brakes, passenger rolling stock loading and unloading design. Maintenance strategies,
auxiliary systems, passenger rolling stock maintenance rolling stock maintenance techniques, rolling stock
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considerations, freight wagon types and applications, maintenance facilities, life-cycle considerations in design.
freight wagon standards, freight wagon life-cycle, freight
wagon structures, freight wagon configurations, freight ENGG937 Special Topic in Engineering
wagon coupling systems, freight wagon brakes, freight Management
wagon bogies, freight wagon performance, freight Spring Wollongong On Campus
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wagon auxiliary fittings, freight wagon loading and Credit Points: 6

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unloading systems, freight wagon dangerous goods.

Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This is an occasional special topic
subject designed to allow Engineering Management

and Engineering Practice students an opportunity to logistics from a systems engineering perspective; i.e., the
gain special knowledge and expertise from specialists design of systems for supportability and serviceability,
in areas of engineering management. Topics will be the production and effective distribution of systems for
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selected from those areas of Engineering Management customer use, and the sustaining maintenance and support
in which staff members, visiting staff members or of systems throughout their period of utilization. Logistics
eminent industry practitioners associated with the is one of the key elements in sustaining a system and it
Faculty are engaged in active research and/or advanced, is important that to successfully accomplish its mission
novel practice. The subject introduces engineers and logistics design must be tailored on a total life cycle basis.
technologists to state of the art ideas in general areas of
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engineering management research and practice and will ENGG940 Dissertation
provide a direct insight into the specialist knowledge Annual Wollongong On Campus
and expertise of staff, associates and eminent visitors Annual Wollongong Distance
to the Faculty of Engineering. This encompasses an Autumn Wollongong On Campus
applications approach involving basic principles of analysis, Spring2010/
decision-making and implementation of the special Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
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topic offered. The aim is to create awareness of current Spring2010/
engineering management issues and future management Autumn2011 Wollongong Distance
trends specific to engineering and technology based Credit Points: 12
organisations. This includes an appreciation of strategic Pre-requisites: None
importance and potential competitive advantage Co-requisites: None
of the topic offered and the practical potential for Subject Description: The dissertation is a project
organisations to take the ideas behind the special allowing you to pursue a particular area in depth and
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topic on board when making management decisions. solve a specific practical engineering problem. Students
The actual topics covered will vary and will depend complete a dissertation in their area of interest. The
on the special expertise available to the Faculty of dissertation develops skills in information retrieval,
Engineering at the time the special topic is offered. project planning and organisation, analysis, problem
solving and effective communication of results. Involves
ENGG938 Engineering Economics the undertaking of an individual supervised project
Engineering
focused on solving a problem relevant to the discipline
Credit Points: 6
area of the degree. The student would normally be
required to do a literature survey, analysis, and develop
Co-requisites: None
suitable solutions to the selected problem. This will
Subject Description: Engineers today are not limited
allow the students to apply the knowledge and skills
to the core of their activities being in the technical
acquired in the structured coursework and thus

area but also the strategic and operational decision
gain valuable confidence in their ability to practice
making processes. The aim of this course is to familiarise
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engineering at a high professional standard. Two
engineering students to the field of economics and its
bound copies of the final report must be submitted
relevance and importance to the field of engineering.
for assessment, together with an electronic version.
Initially, the course looks at a broad definition of
economics and the basic elements of microeconomics such ENGG941 Sustainability for Engineers,
as concepts of supply and demand, market equilibrium
Scientists and Professionals
and price elasticity. Macroeconomic issues are covered
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next with focus on GDP, inflation, unemployment, Autumn Wollongong On Campus
phenomenon of business cycles, and the financial markets. Credit Points: 6
The core of the course examines the time value of money Pre-requisites: None
and how engineers use this concept for making crucial Co-requisites: None
economic decisions. Future values of capital investments Subject Description: This subject is designed
and their links to interest rates and compounding to provide skills and understanding to incorporate
periods is investigated. Future values and present value of sustainable development principles and practices
annuities, bond and mortgages are also explored. Using into everyday decision making and planning
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the tools developed, the course then applies them in processes. It provides an overview of the major
the determination of net present values, internal rates sustainable development issues facing professionals
of return and payback periods of diverse investment such as engineers, scientists, economists, when they
opportunities. Replacement analysis of capital equipment make choices as to particular products, processes
is examined as well. The implications of taxes, inflation and systems to adopt in their workplaces.
and depreciation for capital budgeting are explored.
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ENGG942 Professional Practice

ENGG939 Engineering Logistics Annual Wollongong On Campus
Sydney Business
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Logistics in this course focuses provide the Professional Practice outcomes of the
School
on the design, development, production, distribution, Master of Professional Engineering, ensuring students
and sustaining support of ‘systems’ throughout their are equipped with intercultural skills, cultural awareness
planned life-cycle(s). This course will concentrate on and communication skills needed to best apply their
engineering knowledge. Provides understanding of

Occupational Health and Safety requirements of Pre-requisites: None
Australian industry. Also facilitates students accessing the Co-requisites: None
Australian workforce either through work experience or Subject Description: This subject covers a number
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part time employment, enabling them to apply discipline of Sustainable Energy Technologies including the
specific knowledge to practical workplace settings. following: solar thermal systems; photovoltaics; wind
energy; hydroelectricity generation; wave power systems;
ENGG943 Engineering Professional biomass; remote area power supplies; energy conservation/
Placement auditing. The environmental and social impact of these
Not on offer in 2010 technologies as compared to conventional energy sources
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Credit Points: 6 will be considered. Students will undertake a laboratory/

Pre-requisites: ENGG942 Professional Practice field experiment or project, and/or carry out a case study.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject will provide an ENGG950 Innovation and Design
academic framework for students’ industrial practice Autumn Wollongong On Campus
placements or experience and will consist of a study of Credit Points: 6
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what has been achieved in the placement, how it was Pre-requisites: None
achieved and how the roles of the professional(s) involved Co-requisites: None
could improve outcomes for the engineering entity Subject Description: Topics will be selected from:
involved. There will be particular emphasis on professional The creative and innovative process, aesthetics in
roles within the engineering supply chain. Students’ design, life cycle design and planning. Design for
abilities to be successful when applying for professional economy, maintenance, disassembly, recycling, repair
status will be enhanced through this subject and other and rehabilitation. Designing with materials. Durability
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elements of the Master of Professional Engineering. of materials, components, systems and structures.
Intellectual property, patents and technology transfer.
ENGG944 Infrastructure Decision Support The international marketplace. Constraints on design:
Spring Wollongong On Campus standards, specifications and codes of practice. Feasibility
Credit Points: 6 studies and costing Teamwork in design. Case studies.
Co-requisites: None ENGG951 Engineering Project Management
Engineering
Subject Description: This subject is designed to Spring Wollongong On Campus

give student a deep and practical understanding of the Credit Points: 6
principles and practice of Infrastructure Decision Support Pre-requisites: None
(IDS). It provides useful skills and tools that will help Co-requisites: None
in day-to-day activities as professionals to ensure that Subject Description: Topics will cover: Scope
key decisions are made so as to incorporate holistic Management, Time Management, Human Resource
infrastructure constraints. It includes topics such as: an Management, Risk Management, Financial Management,
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overview of what is meant by IDS and how the concept Project Plans, Project Quality Management and
has developed; overview of global and local issues driving Procurement & Contract Management.
the decision support imperative (business downsizing,
emerging technologies, public accountability, whole-of- ENGG952 Engineering Computing
life feasibility etc); a systems approach to design and asset Spring Wollongong On Campus
management; design for holistic constraint satisfaction; Credit Points: 6
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group DSS construction, verification and validation. Pre-requisites: None

Co-requisites: None
ENGG945 Dissertation Subject Description: Software applications,
Annual Wollongong On Campus programming development environments, application
Spring2010/ areas, mathematical techniques, and approaches to
Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus problem solving are explored from a wide variety of
Credit Points: 24 possible areas. Topics will be selected from the following
list: Windows-based compilers and software libraries
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Co-requisites: None such as C/C++, fortran, and visual basic; Numerical
Subject Description: The dissertation typically requires and mathematical libraries such as Matlab, Mathematica,
rigorous research in a limited area - normally in the area and Mathcad; Advanced spreadsheet programming;
of coursework components undertaken. It comprises a 3D Graphics programming using OpenGL; Advanced
research project based on a problem in the discipline of engineering graphics using Autocad; Database
the degree. The student would normally be required to do principles and techniques; Mesh Generation for finite
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a detailed literature survey, analysis, modelling and develop element and finite difference modelling; Numerical
suitable solutions to a selected problem. Students will be solution of the equations of physical and engineering
able to choose a suitable investigation within the current systems; Operations research, project management,
and relevant research activities associated with the Faculty and reliability simulation; Artificial neural networks.
of Engineering. The dissertation is individually supervised.
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Two bound copies of the final report must be submitted. ENGG953 Modelling of Engineering
Management Systems
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ENGG948 Sustainable Energy Technologies Spring Wollongong On Campus


Co-requisites: None ENGG957 Project Implementation
Subject Description: Concentrating on the search and Outsourcing
of appropriate operations research techniques to assist Autumn Wollongong On Campus
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in the solution of engineering management problems Credit Points: 6
and basic experimental design. Topics include:- the Pre-requisites: None
basic principles of modelling, decision support models, Co-requisites: None
modelling failure processes, search methods, scheduling Subject Description: Employment law, contract
models, queuing theory and its application, data collection law, issues such as types of interface i.e. contract
and design, introduction to experimental design, types (cost plus, schedule of rates): HR structure
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principles of design, importance of randomisation, simple and sourcing arrangements, management of the
comparative experiments, experiments with a single interface, performance measurement, monitoring
factor, randomized blocks and related designs, introduction and management, managing the client, managing the
to factorial designs, Taguchi’s philosophy of design. supplier, legal implications, employment law and safety
ENGG954 Strategic Management for law implications, duty of care, transmission of business,
industrial relations, intellectual property, ownership
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Engineers and Technologists and use of maintenance data and know-how.
Credit Points: 6 ENGG958 Life-Cycle and Risk Management
Subject Description: The subject introduces engineers Pre-requisites: None
and technologists to strategic management. This includes Co-requisites: None
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basic principles of analysis, decision-making and Exclusions: Replaces MECH970
implementation. The aim is to create awareness of strategic Subject Description: Framework, context and history of
issues in engineering and technology based organisations. asset management, strategic management and engineered
This includes an appreciation of competitive leverage asset management in context. Application/adaptation of
from technology decisions. A need for consciousness basic tools, costs and benefits of life cycle management,
of these issues amongst engineers is crucial to their available models and standards. Possible uses of models
Engineering
function in both profit and not for profit organisations. business drivers, legal requirements, quality systems and
configuration and documentation management, interfaces
ENGG955 Engineering Research Methods with other functions (departments and organisations).
Credit Points: 6 ENGG959 Asset Management System Design

Subject Description: The overall objective is to
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Credit Points: 6
develop a structured approach to research in engineering. Pre-requisites: None
The focus is on the development of skills in framing Co-requisites: None
a research problem, developing a research design, Exclusions: Replaces MECH976
design of data collection analysis and interpretation Subject Description: Topics that may be covered
frameworks. Literature research skills will be developed. include: human aspects of asset management and
An understanding of the selection and use of measurement reliability; ergonomics; work measurement, methods
Informatics
sensors and engineering data collection and analysis engineering and activity sampling applied to asset
tools will also be developed. Hands on experience in management activities; estimation of task time;
an engineering laboratory will be a feature. Ethical facilities layout. Planning for shutdowns and overhauls;
issues in research will be reviewed. Students will work inventory selection and inventory control systems,
on a selected project to develop a properly structured configuration management, warehouse control,
research proposal, including a research plan. The plan evaluation of asset management performance.
is to be presented orally and in written form.
ENGG960 Maintenance Requirement
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ENGG956 Financial Management Analysis

for Engineered Assets Spring Wollongong On Campus
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Co-requisites: None Exclusions: Replaces MECH971

Subject Description: Financial management Subject Description: Maintenance concept design
principles, time value of money, discrete assets methodology; reliability theory; data recordings
considerations, continuous assets considerations, and analysis; identification and analysis of failure
identification of cost elements, cost prediction methods, modes; maintenance rule selection; preventative
regulatory economics, financial case development,
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replacement policies; optimisation of inspection

engineered asset repair-replace decision making. frequencies; clustering of tasks; opportunity
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maintenance; specification of resource requirements.

ENGG961 Systems Reliability Engineering approaches to eliminate or minimize the generation
Autumn Wollongong On Campus of harmful industrial waste by introducing a range of
Credit Points: 6 pollution prevention concepts and management practices
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Pre-requisites: None including Environmental Management System (EMS),

Co-requisites: None ISO 14001 certificate, Environmental auditing, Life Cycle
Subject Description: RAM studies, requirements flow Assessment (LCA), and user paid waste management
down, cost estimation, analysis on design, probabilistic system. Topics relevant to source identification,
design, logistic support, maintainability, availability, characterisation, segregation, treatment and disposal of
interface control, system integration, reliability grown industrial waste will also be systematically covered.
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modelling, cost estimation, sparings. Testing and

performance evaluation, system safety modelling, ENVE925 Water Quality Engineering
installation procedures, asset management, disposal, asset and Management
purchase/replacement policies and decision-making. Spring Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 6
ENVE899 Advanced Topics in Pre-requisites: None
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Environmental Engineering Co-requisites: None

Annual Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: The subject is designed to
Credit Points: 48 introduce environmental engineering concepts at a
Pre-requisites: None fundamental level that leads to sustainable development.
Co-requisites: None Topics include integrated water cycle management,
Subject Description: One or more advanced topics concepts of ecological engineering and impacts of
taken from the following: sustainable development; climate change. The environmental problems and
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climate change adaptation and mitigation; water quality solutions relating to natural resources, ecological systems,
and treatment; membrane processes; water recycling; water pollution, water quality processes in rivers and
integrated water resource management; ecological lakes, water supply and treatment processes, wastewater
engineering; environmental hydraulics; cleaner collection, treatment and re-use, water quality guidelines
production and pollution control; sediment transport; and other global environmental issues will be discussed.
site remediation; waste management; environmental The lecture components will be complemented
Engineering
impact assessment; environmental modelling processes; with tutorials, field trip and laboratory classes.
environmental geotechnology; ground and mine-water.
ENVE926 Air and Noise Pollution
ENVE901 Project Management

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Co-requisites: None Subject Description: Air pollution incorporating
Subject Description: First stage of a study engineering design - meteorology; atmospheric
on a selected topic, including formulation of chemistry; air quality; sources of air pollution; effects
the problem, literature study, development of of air pollution; dispersion modelling; control of
study plan, and presentation of results. air pollution. Noise pollution - noise pollution
legislation; sound power and intensity levels; noise
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ENVE916 Research Topics in from several sources; background noise effects;

Environmental Engineering defining and measuring noise; weighting factors and
Autumn Wollongong On Campus equivalent noise levels; effect of noise on people;
Spring Wollongong On Campus propagation of sound; noise control at source, during
Credit Points: 6 propagation and at receiver; design of noise barriers.
Co-requisites: None ENVE927 Environmental Engineering
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Subject Description: Topics will be selected Processes Design

from the areas of environmental engineering in Autumn Wollongong On Campus
which staff members are engaged in research. Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: ENVE925 Water Quality
ENVE923 Industrial Waste Engineering Engineering and Management
and Cleaner Production Co-requisites: None
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Credit Points: 6 introduce system design using unit processes encountered
Pre-requisites: None in environmental engineering. The subject will cover
Co-requisites: None design concepts, detailed and advanced design of water
Subject Description: Issues covered include industrial supply and treatment systems, advanced solid -liquid
separation processes, design of wastewater collection
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waste minimisation and treatment, industrial processes

and control techniques. Waste auditing of an industry will systems, design of advanced wastewater treatment plant
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be illustrated using a case study. This subject addresses the design, ocean outfall systems, design of land based systems,
issues of pollution prevention and sustainable industrial network design. The subject also includes design of air
waste management. The subject focuses on preventative pollution and control systems. The lecture components
will be complemented with design classes and field trips.

ENVE928 Design of Urban Water Systems Co-requisites: None
Spring Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: The subject intends to
Credit Points: 6 demonstrate to students how nature works (biological
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Pre-requisites: None membranes) and how such principles (membrane
Co-requisites: None processes) can be used for medical, water and wastewater,
Subject Description: The ability to undertake a processing and other industries by engineering appropriate
comprehensive integrated project design is the capstone of materials and systems. The subject hence leads from
a student’s engineering education. This subject will provide nature to material science and engineering, fundamental
students with the opportunity to undertake the design of transport principles to applications and process design
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a major project. Students will be provided with an overall with immediate relevance to the water and wastewater
concept plus specific requirements that must be met by the treatment industry where membranes are becoming a
design. All aspects of environmental engineering will be predominant process choice worldwide. The subject
involved, including river basin management, stormwater aims to bring science and engineering together on a
development, interactions of seawater, surface water and number of levels such as in terms of learning from nature,
groundwater, separation of clean water from seawater and applying engineering solutions to medical applications
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wastewater and long-term effects of infrastructure on the and using scientific principles to obtain engineering
ecosystem. Impact assessment, legislation, and modelling. solutions. Both engineering and science students will
Topic areas that have not been presented in previous be exposed to the thinking in the other discipline.
subjects, but are required for the successful completion of
the project, will be covered during the lecture portion of ENVE981 Special Topic A
the class. Lecture topics will include environmental impact Autumn Wollongong On Campus
assessment and legislation, and environmental modelling. Spring Wollongong On Campus
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Credit Points: 6
ENVE929 Site Contamination and Pre-requisites: None
Remediation Technologies Co-requisites: None
Spring Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: Specialist topic in environmental
Credit Points: 6 engineering offered by members of staff, professional
Pre-requisites: None engineers or visitors to the department.
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Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject introduces
ENVE982 Special Topic B
fundamentals of site remediation and will include Autumn Wollongong On Campus
topics such as site characterisation, containment, Spring Wollongong On Campus
soil erosion and remediation technologies. Credit Points: 6
Remediation technologies such as bioremediation Pre-requisites: None

and phytoremediation, biodegradation, permeable Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Specialist topic in environmental
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barriers and soil vapour extraction will be presented in
detail. Containment topics will include cover systems, engineering offered by members of staff, professional
reactive barriers, vertical barriers and geosynthetics. engineers of visitors to the department.
Topics such as remediation of soft and compressible
ENVE985 Environmental Engineering
ground, and acid sulphate soils will also be presented.
ENVE930 Coastal, River and Credit Points: 8
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Groundwater Engineering
Co-requisites: None
Spring Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: This subject takes an engineering
Credit Points: 6 approach to solving problems in air, noise and water
Pre-requisites: None pollution. It considers the sources, effects and methods
Co-requisites: None of control of the pollutants, as well as legislative
Subject Description: Coastal Engineeering - wave requirements. The lecture and tutorial components
forecasting; wave refraction; diffraction and breaking; of this subject are complemented by extensive field
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wave forces on structures; beach erosion and beach and laboratory sampling, measuring and analysis.
protection. Water Resources - the hydrologic cycle;
distribution of the world’s water resources; surface MATL899 Advanced Topics in
water resources; groundwater resources; computer
models of catchment water balances; storage reservoir
yield analysis. River Engineering - fluvial hydraulics;
Credit Points: 48
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morphology of natural channels; soil erosion, sediment

transport in streams; re-naturalising streams; Groundwater
Co-requisites: None
Hydraulics - groundwater quality and contaminants
Subject Description: A program approved by the
- reservoir sedimentation; hydraulic structures.
Discipline Adviser of project work and studies of
ENVE931 Membrane Processes advanced topics in materials selected from the fields
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of processing, physical and mechanical behaviour,

and Applications
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microstructure and observational methods.

Credit Points: 6

MATL903 Recent Developments in Materials MATL937 Process Metallurgy
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Subject Description: Considerations of the Subject Description: The fundamentals of metallurgical
structures, properties, technology and applications thermodynamics and process kinetics are studied with a
of advanced materials with emphasis on materials view to metallurgical analysis in the iron and steelmaking
important to the Australian economy. industry, with an emphasis on ladle metallurgy. Indirect
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and direct reduction of iron ore and the analysis of the

MATL905 Metallic Materials blast furnace. Analysis of the processes with emphasis
Autumn Wollongong On Campus on smelting-reduction and clean steel production.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None MATL938 Casting and Forming
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Subject Description: Commercial metals Credit Points: 6

and alloys. Relationships between structure and Pre-requisites: None
industrially significant properties. Control of Co-requisites: None
structure by processing. Thermal and mechanical Subject Description: Students study common processes
treatment. Recovery and recrystallization. used to convert bulk materials into finished products.
This is a key area of materials and manufacturing
MATL906 Ceramic Materials engineering. Common casting techniques used for
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Spring Wollongong On Campus metals (sand, die, pressure, gravity, centrifugal and
Credit Points: 6 continuous casting), mould design, cast structures and
Pre-requisites: None defects. Advanced casting processes: thixoforming and
Co-requisites: None thixocasting, near net shape casting, squeeze casting.
Subject Description: Ceramics - traditional and Fundamentals of metalworking, mechanisms of
advanced. Microstructure-property relationships. deformation processing, thermomechanical processing
Processing, solid state and liquid phase sintering.
Engineering
of steels, industrial metalworking processes: forging,

Applications. Refractories and corrosion. mechanics and forces. Powder metallurgy. Machinging:
common processes and non-conventional machining.
MATL907 Polymeric Materials
Spring Wollongong On Campus MATL952 Corrosion, Wear and Fatigue

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Subject Description: Polymers, formation and Co-requisites: None

classification. Effects of structure and additives on Subject Description: Environmental behaviour.
properties. Composite materials with polymeric matrices. Thermo-dynamic aspects. Oxidation, processes
and kinetics. Oxidation resistance. Aqueous
MATL913 Structural Analysis of Materials corrosion, types of reaction, avoidance and restraint.
Not on offer in 2010 Degradation of polymers and ceramics. Wear and
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Credit Points: 6 abrasion. Stress corrosion and corrosion fatigue.

Co-requisites: None MATL972 Selection and Design of Materials
Subject Description: Structural characterisation Spring Wollongong On Campus
techniques commonly used in materials science and Credit Points: 6
engineering will be studied. Lectures and labs will Pre-requisites: None
provide both theoretical and practical knowledge. Co-requisites: None
Topics will be selected from: electron microscopy - Subject Description: General classifications and
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interactions of electrons with solids, electron optics, properties of materials. Standards, codes and specifications.
image formation and interpretation, scanning and Property requirements for specific applications.
transmission electron microscopy, energy dispersive Bases for choice of materials, testing and evaluation.
spectroscopy; X-ray diffraction and texture analysis. Selection methodologies based on performance
indices. Constraints imposed by environmental,
MATL932 Surface Engineering of Materials manufacturing and economic considerations. Use
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Spring Wollongong On Campus of computers and data banks. Case studies.

Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None MATL999 Advanced Topics in Materials
Subject Description: Surface coating processes, Credit Points: 48
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coating of materials with ceramics, metals Pre-requisites: MATH202 and MATH203

and polymers; quality and performance of the Co-requisites: None
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product; surface heat treatment processes.

MECH899 Advanced Topics in Engineering Pre-requisites: None
Annual Wollongong On Campus Co-requisites: None
Credit Points: 48 Subject Description: Fluid power components;
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Pre-requisites: None circuit design: analysis of transmission, valve-
Co-requisites: None controlled and feedback systems; electronic
Subject Description: Students will normally take controls; vibration and transient response.
a selection of topics at advanced level. The selection
of the topics will be subject to the approval of the MECH928 Finite Element Techniques
Head of the Department in which the student in Mechanical Engineering
Commerce
wishes to enrol and subsequently specialise. Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 6
MECH913 Pneumatic Transport Pre-requisites: None
of Bulk Solids Co-requisites: None
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: Introduction to finite
Credit Points: 6 element method. Application of finite element
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Pre-requisites: None technique to stress analysis, fluid mechanics, heat
Co-requisites: None transfer, vibration. Computer packages.
Subject Description: Classification and selection
of transport systems; flow patterns; pressure drop, MECH929 Advanced Topics in
minimum transport velocities; design parameters Mechanical Engineering 2
and examples; feeding and disengaging methods. Spring Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 6
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MECH918 Sustainable Energy in Buildings Pre-requisites: None
Not Offered in 2010 Wollongong On Campus Co-requisites: None
Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: As for MECH919.
Co-requisites: None MECH934 Advanced Manufacturing
Subject Description: Advanced topics in: performance Processes
Engineering
of buildings with particular regard to thermal comfort Autumn Wollongong On Campus
and ventilation; analysis and design of conventional Credit Points: 6
air conditioning systems to appropriate standards; Pre-requisites: None
passive solar design of buildings; energy conservation Co-requisites: None
in buildings; embodied energy in buildings; natural Subject Description: Modelling of advanced
ventilation systems; and refrigeration systems. manufacturing processes; manufacturing cost analysis;

productivity and quality methods and measurements
MECH919 Advanced Topics in
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in manufacture; computer-assisted process planning;
Mechanical Engineering 1 manufacturing optimisation; trends in advanced
Autumn Wollongong On Campus manufacturing processes, recycling aspects.
Credit Points: 6 MECH935 Integrated Manufacturing Systems
Credit Points: 6
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Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: There is no set syllabus Pre-requisites: None
for this subject. It is intended that it normally be Co-requisites: None
offered on a specialised mechanical engineering Subject Description: Concurrent engineering,
topic given by members of the Department, visiting its application and benefits; computer integrated
academic staff or engineering consultants. manufacturing concepts and applications; CAD/CAM,
CNC programming, FMC, FMS; computer-process
MECH920 Computational Methods interfacting; process and tool condition monitoring; Law
for Fluid Dynamics computer-aided quality control; assembly systems, assembly

Spring Wollongong On Campus lines, assembly line balancing; design for manufacture
Credit Points: 6 - casting, forming, machining and selected examples;
Pre-requisites: None human interface in manufacturing systems; future trends.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: The subject introduces MECH939 Advanced Topics in
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computational fluid dynamics (CFD) techniques; Mechatronic Engineering

consistency, accuracy and stability; validation of Autumn Wollongong On Campus
computational results; study of engineering systems Spring Wollongong On Campus
which may include incompressible and compressible Credit Points: 6
flow of fluids; turbulence; heat transfer and multiphase Pre-requisites: None
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phenomena; and use of a commercial CFD package Co-requisites: None

for solving industrial fluid dynamic problems. Subject Description: There is no set syllabus
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for this subject. It is intended that it normally be

MECH925 Advanced Fluid Power offered on a specialised mechatronic engineering
Not on offer in 2010 topic given by members of the Faculty, visiting
Credit Points: 6 academic staff or engineering consultants.

MECH941 Micro/Nano Robotic Systems will be used to give practical experience for testing and
Autumn Wollongong On Campus analysis of tyre and shock absorber properties. Students
Credit Points: 6 will also be asked to learn and use Matlab Simulink
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Pre-requisites: None for modelling and analysis of vehicle performances.

Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: An overview of manipulation MECH983 Bulk Solids Handling
systems, comparison of macro-micro-nano worlds, (Storage and Flow)
micro/nano mechanics, actuation, sensing, design, Not on offer in 2010
manufacturing/fabrication, control and calibration issues Credit Points: 6
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in micro/nano robotic systems, examples of micro/ Pre-requisites: None

nano robotic systems and their application areas. Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Basic concepts of storage; flow
MECH949 Advanced Computer Control and feeding of bulk solids; use of flow properties to
of Machines and Processes determine hopper geometrics; bin wall loads; feeding
Not on offer in 2010 and discharge systems, feeder loads; chute design;
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Credit Points: 6 flowrate prediction; segregation and blending; dust

Pre-requisites: None suppression systems; stock pile systems; case studies.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Advanced modelling and MECH984 Belt Conveying
control of multivariable systems: performance of Not on offer in 2010
multivariable control systems; optimal control theory; Credit Points: 6
robust control systems; design, implementation Pre-requisites: None
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and evaluation of digital control systems. Co-requisites: None

Subject Description: Belt conveying systems;
MECH950 Advanced Robotics properties of conveyor belting; tension analyses
Spring Wollongong On Campus (static and dynamic); drive systems; loading and
Credit Points: 6 unloading belts; trajectory prediction; transfer chute
Pre-requisites: None design novel belt systems; economic analyses.
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Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: The subject provides the MECH985 Dust and Fume Systems
knowledge and skills required to design appropriate Not on offer in 2010
robotic systems. Topics covered include: industrial Credit Points: 6
robots as a component of automation, mathematical Pre-requisites: None
modelling of a robotics arm, direct and inverse kinematics Co-requisites: None
model, direct and inverse dynamics model, trajectory Subject Description: Basic concepts; terminology
planning, robot control, design and selection of drives and problems; health and safety regulations; dust
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and motors, industrial vision systems, position sensors, characterisation; fan performance characteristics; capture
force sensors, ultrasonic sensors and other sensors velocities and minimum transport velocities; hood
and enclosure design; duct design; dust generation
MECH979 Sustainable Transport and and its minimisation; filtration systems; design of
dust handling and disposal systems; occupational
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health and safety; dust explosion; case studies.
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Credit Points: 6 MINE899 Advanced Topics in

Co-requisites: None
Mining Engineering
Subject Description: Advanced topics in: Annual Wollongong On Campus
human powered transport, conventional and Credit Points: 48
novel engine technology and design; strategies Pre-requisites: None
for reducing emissions; alternative fuels; solar Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Computer aided analysis
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vehicles; fuel cells and hybrid vehicles.

and design; computer methods; ore reserve
MECH980 Automotive Dynamics estimation finite element techniques; hydrology;
Not Offered in 2010 hydraulics; numerical techniques; reliability; rock
Credit Points: 6 mechanics; simulation; structural analysis and
Pre-requisites: None design; structural topology; mine planning.
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Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Students will learn concepts
MINE902 Advanced Studies in
involved in suspension and automotive dynamics Mining Engineering
including: fundamental analysis of vehicle forces Autumn Wollongong On Campus
during braking, accelerating and cornering; 2D and Spring Wollongong On Campus
3D geometrical analysis of typical double A-Arm Credit Points: 6
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suspension systems; Synthesis of suspension geometry Pre-requisites: None

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systems; Tyre/Pavement interactions - analysis of tyre Co-requisites: None

data and the non-dimensional tyre model; Steering; Subject Description: Topics will be selected
Shock Absorbers and Dampers; Anti-Roll Bar analysis;
Simplified transient performance model. Laboratory classes

from those areas of Mining Engineering in which projects. Monte Carlo and Latin Hypercube simulation
staff members or visiting staff members to the methods are discussed in the evaluation of financial risks.
Department are engaged in active research. The subject also surveys the effects of mining taxation
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and other government imposts on a mining project
MINE903 Simulation of Mining and the impact of inflation on cash-flow analysis.
Operations and Problems
Spring Wollongong On Campus MINE917 Mineral Economics
Credit Points: 6 Not on offer in 2010
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Subject Description: Including coal reserves, Co-requisites: None
mining dimensions, surface effects, cost benefit Subject Description: This subject introduces the
effects of operation and management and economic economics theory of exhaustible resources, including
evaluation and feasibility of a mining enterprise. the geographic distribution, abundance and availability
of mineral resources, the resource base concept and the
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MINE904 Rock Mechanics definition, measurement and conversion resources and
Spring Wollongong On Campus reserves; and the concepts of resources supply and demand.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None MINE918 Commodity Analysis
Subject Description: Fundamentals of strata Credit Points: 6
mechanics together with advanced topics including Pre-requisites: None
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engineering technology and rock mechanics aspects Co-requisites: None
of coal mining strata control. Design aspects of Subject Description: This subject provides specialist
mine structures, such as mine pillars, gate roads skills for the analysis of mineral commodities, including
and longwall mining. Instrumentation in providing the principles of commodity marketing, commodity
for the safe design of the mine opening. Rock price formation, the factors affecting supply and
and cable bolting techniques, powered support demand, the structure of commodity and metal markets,
design, slope stability and surface subsidence. future trading in commodities, market behaviour and
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price response and commodity price forecasting.
MINE905 Environmental Control in Mines
Autumn Wollongong On Campus MINE919 Mineral Resources Policy

Subject Description: Mine climate and its control, Co-requisites: None
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ventilation planning, ventilation network analysis Subject Description: This subject examines the social
and simulation; fan selection, booster fans; ventilation economic and political processes through which mineral
of long headings, recirculation; exhaust from diesel resource policy is developed. Case studies will be used
engines and their control; methane and its control in to understand the impacts of resources development.
underground coal mines, dust in mine air and its control. Theoretical perspectives may include the politics and
sociology of resources development, global, national and
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MINE906 Mining Engineering Techniques regional developments in mineral resources regulation,
Spring Wollongong On Campus theories of state regulation and intervention, and the
Credit Points: 6 choice and negotiation of different policy strategies.
Co-requisites: None PHYS910 Advanced Project in Physics A
Subject Description: A selection of advanced Autumn Wollongong On Campus
laboratory and field exercises in mine support, Credit Points: 6
temporary and long term; in situ testing, laboratory Pre-requisites: None
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testing, rock properties and parameters; mine Co-requisites: None

design and plant related to extraction areas. Subject Description: The student will be required to
design and construct several self-contained experiments at
MINE916 Mineral Valuation and the level of those encountered in Advanced Experimental
Risk Analysis Physics. OR After successfully completing this subject,
Spring Wollongong On Campus the student will * have gained experience in contributing
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Credit Points: 6 to the work of a small research group * be able to keep

Pre-requisites: None detailed working records of the progress of experiments
Co-requisites: None * have gained a variety of intermediate practical and
Subject Description: This subject aims to provide analytical level skills related to the specific area of research
resource professionals with the analytical tools to assess in which they have been involved * be able to present a
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and evaluate the financial viability of an exhaustible short seminar on the research in which they were engaged.
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resource project at various stages from exploration into PHYS946 Advanced Solid State Physics
development. It provides the student with knowledge
of the theory, principles and applications of probabilistic
Credit Points: 6
discounted cash flows to the risk analysis of resources

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Subject Description: Crystal Symmetries; Groups of Radiation with Matter, Sources of Radiation,
of Linear Transformation; Abstract Groups; Theory of Detecting Radiation, Nuclear Elect4ronics and data
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Group Representations; Group of the Schrodinger acquisition system, Nuclear Reactions and Production of
Equation; Selection Rule Theorem; Groups of Radioisotopes, Neutron Physics, Dosimetry of photons,
Physical Interest; Rotation Operations; Double- electrons and neutrons, Solid Sate Dosimetry, TLD and
Valued Representations; Direct Products; Crystal film dosimetry, Introduction to Radiation Therapy,
Fields; Adiabatic Approximations; Bloch’s Theorem; Medical Linear Accelerators, X-ray Modelling Methods,
The Effective Mass Expansion; Spin-Orbit Interaction; Brachytherapy and Radiosurgery, Clinical Radiotherapy,
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Time-reversal Symmetry; Symmetry Properties of Wave Linear Accelerators X-ray and Electron Beam Properties.
Vectors; Band Theory; Impurities in Semiconductors.
PHYS953 Medical Imaging and
PHYS948 Physics of Imaging Nuclear Medicine
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Annual Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 6 Spring2010/
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Pre-requisites: None Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus

Subject Description: Photographic processes Pre-requisites: None
and interpretation; Optical and infrared arrays; Co-requisites: None
Image digitising systems; Radio synthesis imaging Subject Description: This subject is intended to lead to
and fourier optics; Image analysis; Applications an understanding of the instrumentation and techniques
in industry, medicine and astrophysics. involved in medical imaging and an appreciation of the
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part played by image analysis in medical physics specifically.

PHYS950 Special Topics in Physics A
Topics covered will include - the photographic process,
Annual Wollongong On Campus solids state detectors and CCDs, the hardware of image
Autumn Wollongong On Campus processing; film digitisers and plate scanners, software
Credit Points: 8 techniques, histograms, enhancements, convolution, edge
Pre-requisites: None enhancement, fourier techniques and operature synthesis,
Co-requisites: None
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nuclear magnetic resonances, larmour frequency, basic

Exclusions: PHYS947 imaging, slice selection, 3D data acquisition, chemical shift
Subject Description: The subject content will reflect imaging, contract agents, image artefacts and distortion.
the specialisation of the postgraduate coursework The evolution and basic physics of radionuclide imaging,
degree in which the student is enrolled. The material the tracer principle in Nuclear Medicine. the ideal
will, where possible, be based on exisiting Physics properties for radioactive agents for diagnostic studies, the
Honours subjects, but may be selected from any area ideal properties for therapeutic radioactive agents, basic
of Physics on the advice of the academic supervisor.
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physiology of body organs pertinent of Nuclear Medicine,

Subject content will change in scope and depth to
reflect the postgraduate nature of the coursework. PHYS954 Radiobiology and
PHYS951 Medical Physics Research Project Radiation Protection
Annual Wollongong On Campus Spring Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 8
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Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: Topics covers in this subject
Credit Points: 18 include - Interaction of radiation with living cells
Pre-requisites: None and tissue; clinical fractionation; clinical radiation
Co-requisites: None syndromes; radiobiological modelling; experimental
Subject Description: The student will be required radiation oncology; local control vs system control;
to undertake an applied research project on a topics of radionuclide therapy; binary therapy; new radiotherapy
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medical radiation physics under the supervision of one of modalities and their radiobiology; dosimetry; natural
the staff members working in the area of medical radiation background radiation; principles of radiation protection;
physics. The area of research will be selected from the instrumentation for radiation protection; Radiation
following fields: Nuclear Medicine, Medical Imaging, protection in radiation therapy and diagnostic
Radiobiology, Radiation Protection, Diagnostic Radiology,
Radiotherapy, Instrumentation and Imaging Physics. All PHYS955 Transitional Medical
the above research topics may not be available every year.
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Radiation Physics Program

PHYS952 Radiation and Annual Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 8
Radiotherapy Physics Pre-requisites: None
Credit Points: 8
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Subject Description: The Transitional Program

Pre-requisites: None will have the following structure: * Radiation and
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Co-requisites: None Radiotherapy Physics - involving practical and

Subject Description: This subject is intended to lead to clinical laboratory work in the following areas: QA
an understanding of the instrumentation and techniques and Simulator (10hrs), Advanced Pinnacle and Dose
involved in diagnostic and therapeutic uses of radiation Planning (16hrs), Monte Carlo simulations (8hrs) and

Brachytherapy (4hrs). * Medical Imaging and Nuclear
Medicine (60hrs) - no further work is required of
Honours graduates in Medical Imaging. Students will
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be required to attend the Nuclear Medicine module
of PHYS953. In addition students will be required to
produce a paper and present a major seminar on an aspect
of clinical medical radiation physics (approx 15hrs).
PHYS960 Advanced Project in Physics B
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Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: The student will be required to
design and construct several self-contained experiments at
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the level of those encountered in Advanced Experimental
Physics. OR After successfully completing this subject,
the student will * have gained experience in contributing
to the work of a small research group * be able to keep
detailed working records of the progress of experiments
* have gained a variety of intermediate practical and
analytical level skills related to the specific area of research
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in which they have been involved * be able to present a
short seminar on the research in which they were engaged.
PHYS990 Applied Physics Project

Credit Points: 24
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Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: The student will undertake
a research project and present a minor thesis
and seminar on an applied physics topic selected
after discussion with the Discipline Adviser.

PHYS997 Special Topic in Physics B
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Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: A special topic to be
selected from any area of physics. The selection
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to be made by the Physics Discipline Adviser.
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Faculty of Health and Behavioural
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Member Units
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School of Health Sciences
School of Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health
School of Psychology
Degrees Offered
Creative Arts
Research
Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology)
Doctor of Public Health
Master of Midwifery – Research
Education
Master of Nursing – Research
Master of Science – Research
Master of Science – Research (Psychology)
Coursework (by Academic Unit)
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Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology
Master of Science (Nutrition)
Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)

Master of Science (Nutrition/Dietetics and Exercise Rehabilitation)
Master of Science (Occupational Health and Safety)
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Master of Science (Occupational Hygiene Practice)
Master of Public Health
Master of Public Health Advanced
Graduate Diploma in Science
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(Biomedical Science)
Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
Graduate Certificate in Occupational Hygiene Practice
Graduate Certificate in Public Health
Graduate Certificate in Public Health Nutrition
Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion Law
Graduate Certificate in Advanced Dietetic Practice

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Master of Health Leadership and Management
Master of Indigenous Health
Master of Nursing
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Master of Nursing (Mental Health)

Master of Science
Dementia Care
Gerontology and Rehabilitation Studies
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Graduate Certificate in Dementia Care

Graduate Certificate in Gerontology and Rehabilitation Studies
Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management

Graduate Certificate in Health Practice Development and Facilitation
Graduate Certificate in Health Research
Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Health
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Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing

Graduate Certificate in Nursing
Graduate Certificate in Practice Nursing
Graduate Certificate in Social Marketing for Health
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Doctor of Psychology (Clinical)
Master of Psychology (Clinical)
Master of Science (Psychology)
Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology
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Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Psychological Practice
Additional Information
Criminal Record Checks
NSW Health requires all students undertaking clinical placement as part of a health related course to undergo a criminal
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record check. The criminal record check shall be completed before a student can attend any clinical placement in a
health facility. Students will be provided advice at enrolment and orientation on the process to be followed to obtain a
suitable criminal record check. If a student receives a positive result from the check it will not necessarily exclude them
from a clinical placement. Each situation will be individually assessed in a confidential consultation between the student
and a representative of NSW Health.
Child protection legislation enacted in July 2000 requires each student to complete and sign a Prohibited Employment
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Declaration. The relevant form will be provided to you and retained by the University.
Infectious Diseases
NSW Health also requires students undertaking clinical placement in health facilities to be compliant with certain
vaccinations to ensure the safety of both students and patients. This information will also be provided at enrolment and
orientation.
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Abbreviation: PhD
Home Faculty: Health and Behavioural Sciences
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Overview
The Doctor of Philosophy provides the opportunity to pursue in-depth research. Candidates are expected to develop a
research thesis that leads to an original and significant contribution to the knowledge in a particular field.
Major Study Areas

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School research activities are in the areas of:

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Biomechanics
Cardiovascular Physiology

Exercise Physiology
Exercise Rehabilitation
Functional Anatomy
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Health Policy
Health Promotion
Human Thermoregulation and Applied Physiology
Metabolic and Lipid Chemistry
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Neuroscience
Nutrition and Dietetics
Occupational Health and Safety
Public Health
Public Health Nutrition
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School of Nursing
Continuity of care
Consumer partnerships/collaboration
Evidence-Based Practice
Mental Health Nursing
Education
Nursing workforce and staff mentorship
Social marketing & community engagement
Critical marketing & media analysis
Health education, leadership and practice development
Alcohol Marketing and Promotion
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Aged Care & Dementia
Cancer prevention and detection
Health Professional Education
Workplace Health, Safety & Productivity

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Psychophysiology
Short-term Memory
Visual Perception
Cognition Development
Cognitive Neuroscience relating to Cognition (particularly memory, vision and development)
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Mental Health and Emotional Well-being

Candidates must hold an Honours Bachelor degree of at least 4 years duration, and have achieved Honours Class II
Division 2 or higher, or completed a Masters by Research degree. In addition, a primary supervisor in the relevant
academic unit must be identified prior to commencing the program.
International students are required to have achieved an IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in all bands of reading,
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writing, speaking and listening. Requirements are higher in some programs.
Course Requirements
Study at the Doctoral level is by advanced research thesis and the requirements for the degree are not defined by a total
credit point value, but by successful completion of the advanced research thesis. The normal full-time study pattern
requires enrolment in 48 credit points of subjects per year in accordance with the table below, for a minimum of 3 years.
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Part-time study is also available in most cases.

Potential candidates should discuss their research plan with the Postgraduate Research Coordinator of the relevant School,
at which time the supervision arrangements of the School will be outlined.
Rules and procedures for Doctoral degrees by Thesis are listed in the Course Rules. Doctoral candidates are urged to
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be familiar with the Code of Practice - Supervision and General Course Rules governing Thesis and Research Degrees,
including the regulations regarding preparation and submission of the thesis.
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Subject Code Subject Name Session Credit Points

THES924 or Thesis for full-time students Autumn, Spring 24
THES912 Thesis for part-time students Autumn, Spring 12

Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology)
Testamur Title of Degree: Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology)
Abbreviation: PhD (ClinPsyc)
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Delivery Mode: On-campus
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Overview
This program aims to equip candidates with both clinical and research training at high levels of expertise. The coursework
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and practical experience provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles governing psychological
assessment and therapy and the clinical skills required to treat a wide variety of psychological disorders in children,
adolescents and adults. Candidates also undertake in-depth research that makes an original contribution to the body
of knowledge in clinical psychology. The research comprises more than two thirds of the degree. The clinical training
enables the candidate to practise as a clinical psychologist, and the research training can lead to (or enhance) an academic
career, and is highly regarded by public and private sector employers.
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Candidates must have a superior honours degree in Psychology of at least four years duration of Class II, Division
1 standard or higher. Entry is very competitive and successful applicants will typically also be recipients of a PhD
Scholarship. Selection for entry is based on academic record, a research proposal, two referee’s reports, relevant practical
experience and a personal statement. Short-listed candidates are also subject to a selection interview.
International students must demonstrate that they have achieved an IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with at least 7.0 in all
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bands (reading and writing, speaking and listening). In addition, international applicants must have a degree in psychology
that is equivalent to an Australian 4-year sequence of psychology. International applicants must have their qualifications
assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) for equivalence and provide this evidence in their application (see:
www.psychology.org.au/membership/qualifications/).
Course Requirements
Students should consult the information on Criminal Records Checks, Prohibited Employment Declaration and
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Infectious Diseases in the Additional Information section.
Course Program
GHMC951 Child & Adult Assessment & Psychopathology Autumn 8
GHMC952 Principles of Psychotherapy Autumn 8
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GHMC955 Health & Wellbeing Autumn 8

GHMC953 Neuropsychology & Neuropsychiatric Disorders Spring 8
GHMC954 Cognitive Behavioural Therapies Spring 8
GHMC956 Special Groups & Methods Spring 8
THES916 Research Thesis Autumn/Spring 16
THES924 Thesis full-time students, or Autumn/Spring 24
THES912 Thesis part-time students Autumn/Spring 12
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This program is accredited by the NSW Registration Board for registration as a psychologist, by the Australian
Psychological Society at 5th and 6th year level, and by the APS College of Clinical Psychologists for associate
membership.
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For further information visit our website: www.uow.edu.au/health/psyc/pgcourses

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Doctor of Public Health
Testamur Title of Degree: Doctor of Public Health
Abbreviation: DPH
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Total Credit Points: 48 credit points per annum
Delivery Mode: Supervised individual research and face-to-face classes
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Overview
The Doctor of Public Health is a professional doctorate degree granted on successful completion of an approved program
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of coursework, in addition to an independent and original investigation of a significant problem in public health, and the
presentation of the research as an acceptable thesis. This degree prepares students for leadership positions in the health
sector that require advanced analytical or conceptual capabilities. Students should consult the information under the
Doctor of Philosophy for information about the School’s research areas.

To qualify for entry to the program, candidates must have a Master of Public Health degree or equivalent, usually at credit
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level or higher, or an Honours Bachelor degree of at least Class II, Division 2 standard in a relevant discipline, followed by
the equivalent of one year of full-time relevant and approved postgraduate study.
Students should preferably have 2 or more years of appropriate professional experience, and have demonstrated potential
capacity for leadership in the area of specialisation. Applicants should submit a record of professional experience and
names of two appropriate referees.
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writing, speaking and listening.
Course Requirements
The Doctor of Public Health takes a minimum of 3 years of full-time study. It includes a coursework component and
a research component. There will be no credit granted for previous graduate study at Masters level. The coursework

involves a maximum of 1 year of full-time study (48 credit points). The research component of the program involves at
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least 2 years of full-time enrolment, undertaking a thesis following completion of the coursework component. Progression
to the research component requires the development of a suitable research proposal, at the end of which the student sits a
qualifying examination.
On successful completion of the qualifying examination, the student undertakes the research under supervision. At the
end of this period the student will submit a thesis for examination under the regulations for Doctoral Theses of the
University. Individual coursework programs should be decided in conjunction with the intended supervisor for the
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research and the Head of School. The coursework must be passed with a credit average to allow progression into the
research component of the course. Applicants who have not had a background in public health may be advised to take the
4 core subjects listed below. Some applicants may be advised to undertake specialised programs in preparation for their
research.
SHS 933 Social Determinants of Public Health Autumn 6
SHS 940 Statistics in Health Research Spring 6
SHS 932 Epidemiology Spring 6
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SHS 941 Public Health Research Methodology Spring 6

THES924 Thesis for full-time students Autumn, Spring 24
Or THES912 Thesis for part-time students Autumn, Spring 12
Full-time students are required to submit their theses no later than 8 academic sessions from the commencement date of
candidature.
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Further Information
Prof Tony Worsley
Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 5103
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[email protected]
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Master of Midwifery - Research
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Midwifery - Research
Abbreviation: MMid-Res
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Overview
The Master of Midwifery – Research is intended to provide candidates with the opportunity to pursue a research
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program in a specialised field of midwifery. Interdisciplinary supervision will be encouraged so that a student may have
(for instance) a supervisor who is a midwife/nurse academic, and another with expertise in an appropriate associated
discipline.

Applicants must hold a qualification that would demonstrate their authority to practice as a Registered Midwife within
Australia (or provide evidence of equivalent international registration as a midwife). Applicants must also demonstrate the
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minimum tertiary qualifications of a 3 year Bachelor of Nursing degree (or equivalent).

International students are required to have achieved an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a level of at least 6.0 in all bands,
reading and writing, speaking and listening.
Course Requirements
The Master of Midwifery – Research requires the successful completion of 72 credit points of subjects in accordance
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with the table below.

It is expected that all candidates will undertake the coursework preparation program before enrolling in the thesis, unless
through recognition of the candidate’s prior learning and the possession of relevant qualifications they can demonstrate
that they possess the relevant skills and knowledge.
THES924 Thesis for full-time students (1 year) Annual 48 per year

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Or
THES912 Thesis for part-time students (2 years) Annual 24 per year
GHMB950 Reflective Practice 1 Autumn or 6
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A further 12 credit points of core subjects to be advised by the Head of Postgraduate Studies
6 credit points of electives subjects to be chosen in consultation with the Head of Postgraduate Studies
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Further Information
Allison Shorten
Research Student Coordinator
+61 2 4221 3964
[email protected]
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Master of Nursing - Research
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Nursing - Research
Abbreviation: MNurs-Res
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Overview
The Master of Nursing – Research is intended to provide candidates with the opportunity to pursue a research program
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in a specialised field of nursing. Interdisciplinary supervision will be encouraged so that a student may have (for instance)
a supervisor who is a midwife/nurse academic, and another with expertise in an appropriate associated discipline. Students
should consult the information under the Doctor of Philosophy for information about the schools research areas.

Applicants must hold a qualification in Nursing which will enable them to gain authority to practice as a Registered
Nurse, (or provide evidence of equivalent international registration as a nurse.) In addition, applications must have one
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of the following: a Bachelor degree in Nursing, Graduate Certificate in Nursing, Bachelor of Nursing (Honours) Class
II, Division 2, or a Master of Nursing degree or equivalent. Applicants who do not possess a Bachelor degree in Nursing
may gain entry to the Master of Nursing – Research program by successfully completing a Graduate Certificate in
Nursing, with content arranged with advice from the Postgraduate Coordinator, and by achieving a credit average.
reading and writing, speaking and listening.
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Course Requirements
The Master of Nursing - Research requires the successful completion of 72 credit points in accordance with the table
below.
It is expected that all candidates will undertake the coursework preparation program before enrolling in the thesis, unless

through recognition of the candidate’s prior learning and the possession of relevant qualifications they can demonstrate
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that they possess the relevant skills and knowledge.
THES924 Thesis for full-time students (1 year) Annual 48 per year
Or
THES912 Thesis for part-time students (2 years) Annual 24 per year
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A further 12 credit points of core subjects to be advised by the Head of Postgraduate Studies
6 credit points of electives subjects to be chosen in consultation with the Head of Postgraduate Studies
Further Information
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+61 2 4221 3964

[email protected]
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Abbreviation: MSc-Res
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Overview
The Master of Science - Research provides the opportunity to pursue independent research in fields including medical
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science, exercise science and rehabilitation, nutrition and dietetics, public health and occupational health and safety.
Students who wish to undertake a PhD and have not completed a research honours year as part of their undergraduate
degree or obtained an honours grade of Class II, Division 2 or below should seek to undertake a Master of Science -
Research. Students may apply for a course transfer to a PhD after demonstrating a suitable level of research aptitude in
the Master of Science - Research.
Consult the information under the Doctor of Philosophy for information about the School’s research areas.
Education

Students must hold an undergraduate Bachelors degree with a research Honours year in a relevant discipline.
International students are required to have achieved an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum level of 6.0 in all
bands of reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Course Requirements
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The Master of Science – Research requires the successful completion of 72 credit points of subjects in accordance with
the table below.
The degree requires 24 credit points of coursework subjects, and a 48cp research thesis. Full-time students undertake
THES924 for 2 sessions. Part-time students undertake THES912 for 4 sessions. All candidates for this program must
present a research seminar in each enrolled year, take part in a research proposal and defence process, and submit a written
research thesis.
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A detailed research proposal must be submitted for examination within the first year of candidature in the thesis subject.
This examination must be passed successfully for the candidature to be allowed to continue.
Students entering the program with an Honours Bachelor degree with Class II, Division 2 or higher may receive credit
for the 24 credit point coursework component and therefore may complete the degree in 1 year following successful
completion of the 48cp research thesis.
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Students who do not have an Honours Bachelor degree with at least Class II, Division 2 must complete 24 credit points
of coursework in accordance with the table below in addition a 48 credit point major thesis.
SHS 900 Research Project Autumn, Spring, 8
Annual
SHS 901 Practicum Autumn, Spring, 8
Annual
SHS 902 Special Topics Autumn, Spring, 8
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Annual
Or

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Master of Science - Research is recognised as an entry qualification for a PhD program in most disciplines in Australia
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and other countries.

Further Information
Dr Todd Mitchell
Course Coordinator
Arts
+61 2 4221 5443
[email protected]
Master of Science – Research (Psychology)

Commerce
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UOW Course Code: 1341A
Overview
The Master of Science – Research provides the opportunity to pursue research in psychology. Students should consult
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the Course Handbook entry for the Doctor of Philosophy for information about the research areas available in the
School of Psychology.

Students must normally have a 4 year Bachelors degree or Bachelors (Hons) degree in Psychology (or equivalent) that
includes a full year of research.
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It is possible to limit the number of students admitted each year based on the availability of suitable supervisors. If the
number of applicants exceeds the quota, admission will be based on academic qualifications, and entry will usually require
a minimum Honours grade of Class II, Division 2 (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline.
bands of reading, writing, speaking and listening.

Course Requirements
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The Master of Science – Research (Psychology) requires the successful completion of 72 credit points of subjects in
accordance with the table below.
The degree requires 24 credit points of coursework subjects, and a 48cp research thesis. Full-time students undertake
THES924 for 2 sessions. Part-time students undertake THES912 for 4 sessions. All candidates for this program must
present a research seminar in each enrolled year, take part in a research proposal and defence process, and submit a written
research thesis.
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A detailed research proposal must be submitted for examination within the first year of candidature in the thesis subject.
This examination must be passed successfully for the candidature to be allowed to continue.
Students entering the program with an Honours Bachelor degree with Class II, Division 2 or higher may receive credit
for the 24 credit point coursework component and therefore may complete the degree in 1 year following successful
completion of the 48cp research thesis.
Students who do not have an Honours Bachelor degree with at least Class II, Division 2 must complete 24 credit points Law
of coursework in accordance with the table below in addition a 48 credit point major thesis.
GHMC946 Research Project A Autumn 8
GHMC947 Research Project B Spring 16
Or
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The Master of Science – Research (Psychology) is recognised as an entry qualification for a PhD program in most
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disciplines in Australia and other countries.

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Further Information
Dr Stephen Palmisano
Postgraduate Coordinator
Arts
+61 2 4221 3740
[email protected]
Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology

Abbreviation: MClinExPhys
Duration: 1 year full-time only; not available part-time
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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
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The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology aims to produce professional Exercise Scientists who can utilise exercise to
prevent and rehabilitate disease and injury in the broader community. As an Accredited Exercise Physiologist, students are
able to register as an Allied Health Professional with Medicare, WorkCover NSW, private health insurers and potentially
interstate organisations.
Graduates have the potential to be employed within the public NSW Health system or private hospital sector, often as
part of multi-disciplinary rehabilitation teams.
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Many graduates work within private exercise physiology clinics across a broad range of rehabilitation areas, including (but
not limited to) cardiac rehabilitation, diabetes management, falls prevention, chronic and complex disease management,
and return-to-work programs.
Graduates are often employed in the work-related injury and rehabilitation sector (WorkCover NSW), either as allied
health professionals providing the service, or as the agent/rehabilitation provider from the case management perspective.

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A Bachelor degree in Exercise Science of at least three years duration from a recognised tertiary institution is required.
Places are limited and a minimum credit average across all completed undergraduate subjects is required to be considered
competitive for entry.
International students are required to have achieved an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a level of at least 6.0 in all bands
of reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Course Requirements
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The Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of subjects in
This course is not available part-time.
Note that this degree has 360 hours of compulsory clinical placement which is completed in Spring Session as part of
the Clinical Practicum subject. In order to complete this placement, students must comply with the legal requirements
of the NSW Health Department. This requires all staff and students undertaking clinical placements to receive a criminal
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record clearance and vaccination record status check before employment or placement in any capacity in the NSW health
system. For further information, refer to the Additional Information section.
Subject code Subject Name Session Credit Points
EXSC920 Clinical Exercise Physiology Autumn 24
EXSC921 Clinical Practicum Spring 16
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EXSC922 Advanced Workplace Injury Management for Exercise Spring 8

Physiologists
This new one year course is regarded throughout the Exercise Physiology community as being of a very high quality,
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and students will meet the full accreditation standards for Australian Association for Exercise and Sports Science (AAESS)
upon graduating.
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Further Information
Mr Marc Brown
Course Coordinator
Arts
+61 2 4221 3495
[email protected]
Master of Science (Nutrition)

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science (Nutrition)
Commerce
Abbreviation: MSc(Nutr)
Duration: 1.5 years full-time
Starting Session(s): Not available for commencement in 2010
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This course is not available to commencing students in 2010. Current students should refer to the 2009 Course
Handbook for details on the requirements of the MSc (Nutrition).
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Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics)
Abbreviation: MSc(Nutr&Diet)
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UOW Course Code: 574_2

Overview
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The Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) consists of coursework and practical placements, and develops knowledge
and skills required by nutritionists/dietitians working in a variety of community and public health settings, food industry,
private practice, hospitals, and other tertiary health care facilities. This course is only available on campus and there are no
distance education options.
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A Bachelors degree of at least 3 years duration from a recognised tertiary institution (or equivalent) is required for entry.
The degree must incorporate two subjects in metabolic biochemistry at Year 2 level, two subjects in human systems
physiology, and four subjects (equivalent to 24 credit points at UOW) in nutritional science subjects across the whole
degree.
Entry is highly competitive, and only a limited number of students can be admitted each year. If the number of applicants
exceeds the quota, admission will be based primarily on academic qualifications.
Applications are due by the end of September each year and those received earlier in the year are held so that all
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applications are considered and ranked at the one time. All applicants must submit the Selection Supplement for the
Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) together with their course application. Selection is primarily based on
academic merit but the applicants’ referee reports, educational and work experience are also considered. All applicants can
expect to be notified of an outcome by the end of November.
in reading and writing, speaking and listening.
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Course Requirements
The Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) requires the successful completion of 96 credit points of subjects in
Note that clinical placement is compulsory in Year 2 of the degree. In order to complete this placement, students must
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comply with the legal requirements of the NSW Health Department. This requires all staff and students undertaking
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clinical placements to receive a criminal record clearance and vaccination record status check before employment or
placement in any capacity in the NSW health system. For further information, refer to the Additional Information
section.

Year 1
SHS 951 Nutrients and Metabolism1 Autumn 8
SHS 952 Research in Human Nutrition1 Autumn 8
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SHS 953 Community and Public Health Nutrition1 Autumn 8

DIET950 Dietetics 12 Spring 8
DIET955 Research Project in Nutrition & Dietetics Spring 16
Year 2
DIET951 Dietetics 2 Autumn 8
DIET952 Communication in Health Care Practice Autumn 8
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DIET956 Food Service and Dietetics Management Autumn 8

DIET954 Practical Studies in Nutrition and Dietetics Spring 24
1 Graduates of the BSc (Nutrition) degree from the University of Wollongong may apply for exemption from these
subjects.
2 Students who have completed Dietetics 1 in the Bachelor of Science (Nutrition) at the University of Wollongong
should apply for an Exemption B for this subject and take GHMA997 Major Project in Spring of Year 1.
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Credit
Depending on their undergraduate degree, students can apply for credit of up to a maximum of 24 credit points, which
would allow completion in 18 months of full-time study.
Graduates holding the Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) are eligible for membership of the Dietitians
Education
Association of Australia (DAA), and may be employed as nutritionists/dietitians in Australia and certain overseas countries.
oriented masters programs.
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The Master of Science (Nutrition and Dietetics) has been approved by DEEWR as an eligible Masters programme for
Student Income Support.
information.
Further Information
A/Prof Philippa Lyons-Wall

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Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 3462
[email protected]
Master of Science (Nutrition, Dietetics and Exercise Rehabilitation)

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science (Nutrition, Dietetics and Exercise Rehabilitation)
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Abbreviation: MSc
Law
UOW Course Code: 574N

Overview
The Master of Science (Nutrition, Dietetics and Exercise Rehabilitation) is designed to meet core fields of competency
defined by the dietetics and exercise science professions, including key areas of clinical dietetics practice, community
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and public health nutrition, food service systems management, exercise prescription, exercise rehabilitation and clinical
practicum studies.
It should be noted that the last intake into the Master of Science (Nutrition, Dietetics & Exercise Rehabilitation) will be
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in 2012. Applicants will be required to hold a Bachelor of Science (Exercise Science and Nutrition) from UOW.
International students are required to have achieved an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 6.0 in all bands of
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reading, writing, speaking and listening.

Course Requirements
The Master of Science (Nutrition, Dietetics and Exercise Rehabilitation) requires the successful completion of 104 credit
points of subjects in accordance with the table below.
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Infectious Diseases under the Additional Information Section. Clearances will be required before the placements and
research project and students should discuss this matter with the Exercise Rehabilitation Coordinator well ahead of time
as clearances can take several weeks to process.
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Year 1
EXSC920 Clinical Exercise Physiology Autumn 24
SHS 900 Research Projects Autumn 8
DIET950 Dietetics 1 Spring 8
EXSC921 Clinical Practicum Spring 16
Year 2
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DIET951 Dietetics 2 Autumn 8
DIET956 Food Service & Dietetics Management Autumn 8
GHMA929 Exercise Psychology & Dietary Counselling Autumn 8
DIET954 Practical Studies in Nutrition & Dietetics Spring 24
The Master of Science (Nutrition, Dietetics and Exercise Rehabilitation) is designed to provide a qualification recognised
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by the Dieticians Association of Australia (DAA) and the Australian Association for Exercise & Sports Science (AAESS).
The Master of Science (Nutrition, Dietetics and Exercise Rehabilitation) has been approved by DEEWR as an eligible
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Masters programme for Student Income Support.
information.
Further Information

Ms Angela Douglas
Course Coordinator, Exercise Rehabilitation
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+61 2 4221 4152
[email protected]
Dr Meredith Kennedy
Course Coordinator, Nutrition and Dietetics
+61 2 4221 5032
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[email protected]
Master of Science (Occupational Health and Safety)

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science (Occupational Health and Safety)
Abbreviation: MSc(OHS)
Duration: 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent Law
Delivery Mode: On campus (Combination of Face-to-face and flexible delivery)
Starting Session(s): Autumn, Spring, Summer
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Overview
The Master of Science (Occupational Health and Safety) provides an intensive professional program of study in the
area of OH&S with a focus on the practical aspects. This degree also allows students to develop research skills related to
professional practice in OH&S.
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For direct entry into the Master of Science (Occupational Health and Safety) a recognised 3 year Bachelors degree is
required. In addition, applicants must demonstrate that their degree contains the equivalent of 1 year of science subjects.

Completion of the Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety at UOW with a credit average serves as an
alternative basis for entry into the Master of Science (Occupational Health and Safety) for applicants who do not hold a
Bachelors degree.
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International students are required to have achieved an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum level of at least 6.0 in
all bands of reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Course Requirements
The Master of Science (Occupational Health and Safety) requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of subjects
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in accordance with the table below.

LAW 969 OH&S Law** Autumn 6
SHS 971 OH&S Risk Management Autumn 6
SHS 973 Behavioural Change: Human Factors in OH&S Autumn 6
SHS 980 Epidemiology & Toxicology for OHS Practitioners Autumn 6
SHS970 Advanced Workplace Injury Management Spring 6
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SHS 972 Principles of Occupational Hygiene Summer 6

SHS970 Ergonomics in Practice Summer 6
Plus 6 credit points of electives from the list below:
SHS 974 Measurement of Hazardous Substances Autumn 6
SHS 975 Thermal Environment Winter 6
SHS 976 Noise- Measurement and Its Effects Winter 6
SHS 978 Asbestos and Other Fibres Spring 6
Education
SHS subjects listed above are taught in block delivery modes that require on-campus attendance. Please consult the OHS
academic program website at www.uow.edu.au/health/healthsciences/ohspgprogramme for details.
**This subject is run by the Faculty of Law and runs in block format, please consult the Faculty of Law for details.
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Graduates are encouraged to seek membership of leading professional institutes or societies (subject to their membership
grading rules) such as the following:
· Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists Inc.
· Safety Institute of Australia
· Human Factors & Ergonomics Society of Australia
Registered nurses who complete the Graduate Certificate in Science (OHS) or Master of Science (OHS) are eligible to
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apply for membership of the Australian College of Occupational Health Nurses (subject to their grading rules).
Further Information
Ms Alison Bell
Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 4095
Informatics
[email protected]
Master of Science (Occupational Hygiene Practice)

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science (Occupational Hygiene Practice)
Abbreviation: MSc(OHP)
Duration: 1 year full-time
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Delivery Mode: On campus (Block delivery)
Starting Session(s): Autumn, Winter, Spring, Summer
UOW Course Code: 574A
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Overview
The Master of Science (Occupational Hygiene Practice) provides an intensive professional program of study in the area
of Occupational Hygiene with the opportunity to develop a specialisation in one or more industry streams such as the
mining or oil and gas industries.
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School
The Master of Science program is for those who want to pursue a career in Occupational Hygiene. Applicants with a
Bachelors degree with at least 1 year of science subjects or a credit average in the Graduate Certificate in Occupational
Hygiene Practice may apply.

Completion of the Graduate Certificate in Occupational Hygiene Practice with a credit average serves as an alternative
basis for entry into the Master of Science (Occupational Hygiene Practice) for applicants who do not have a Bachelors
degree.
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writing, speaking and listening. Alternatively, a letter of support from the students’ employer indicating their English
Language ability must be supplied.
Course Requirements
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The Master of Science (Occupational Hygiene Practice) requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of subjects
SHS 974 Measurement of Hazardous Substances Autumn 6
SHS 980 Epidemiology & Toxicology for OHS Practitioners Autumn 6
SHS 983 Occupational Hygiene Project Autumn or Spring 6
SHS 977 Control of Hazardous Substances Spring 6
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SHS 976 Noise-Measurement & Its Effects Winter 6
Plus 18 credit points of elective subjects from the list below:
SHS 975 Thermal Environment Winter 6
SHS 978 Asbestos & Other Fibres Spring 6
SHS 979 Ergonomics Essentials Summer 6
SHS 981 Occupational Hygiene in the Oil & Gas Industry Summer 6
SHS 982 Occupational Hygiene in the Mining Industry Summer 6
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Note: all subjects are taught in block delivery modes which require on-campus attendance. Please consult the OHS
academic program website at http://www.uow.edu.au/health/healthsciences/ohspgprogramme/index.html for details.
This course is accredited by the Australian Institute of Occupational Hygienists (AIOH) as meeting the educational
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requirements for full membership.
This course is also accredited by the British Occupational Hygiene Society (BOHS) for exemption of the Certificate and
Diploma core examination offered by the Faculty of Occupational Hygiene. Successful completion of this course counts
as 1 year of the experience requirement of the BOHS.
Further Information

Professor Brian Davies
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Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 4438 (Tuesdays and Wednesdays only)
0407 287 406 (Business hours only)
[email protected]
Master of Public Health
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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Public Health
Abbreviation: MPH
Delivery Mode: *Varies depending on the streams chosen:
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Location: Wollongong campus

*The Core stream: Public Health and Stream D: Social Marketing for Health will be available in distance mode from
2010. Stream A: Health Promotion, Stream B: Public Health Nutrition, and Stream C: Occupational Health and Safety are
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offered on campus only in 2010.

From 2011 Stream B: Public Health Nutrition may become available via distance study. Please refer to 2011 Course
Handbook at the time of publication.
Overview
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The Master of Public Health at the University of Wollongong is designed to give students a broad introduction to public
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health. It also enables students to develop knowledge and skills in one of four specialist areas in which the University
excels: health promotion, public health nutrition, occupational health and safety, and social marketing in health. The
University has a strong teaching tradition which supports students to study part or full time, on-campus or off-campus.

Applicants must hold a Bachelors degree of at least three years duration from a recognised tertiary institution, or
equivalent. Applicants with other acceptable qualifications and work experience may be admitted on completion of a
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designated Graduate Certificate program.

bands of reading and writing, speaking and listening.
Course Requirements
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The Master of Public Health requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of subjects in accordance with the
tables below.
All students must complete the Core: Public Health, and choose on of 4 streams available. Each stream consists of 24
credit points.
Commencing International students should consult with the Postgraduate Public Health Coordinator regarding their
subject choices, as these students are required to enrol in SHS931 Public Health Communication and Data Skills in the
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first session of study and are not permitted to replace this subject with an elective.
Core Stream: Public Health
SHS 931 # Public Health Communication and Data Skills Autumn or Spring 6
Or
6 credit points of an approved elective subject
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SHS 933 Social Determinants of Health Autumn 6

Note: students who complete the 24 cp of core MPH subjects can apply to graduate with a Graduate Certificate in
Public Health. Academic advice should be sought prior to applying to graduate*.
# International students are required to complete SHS931 in their first session of study and may not choose an elective in
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its place. Domestic students may elect to complete SHS931 or choose 6cp of an approved elective subject.
Stream A: Health Promotion
SHS 934 Health Promotion Autumn 6
SHS 935 Public Health Policy Autumn 6
SHS 930 Health Promotion Competencies Spring 6

SHS 941 Health Research Methodology Spring 6
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Note: students who complete the 24cp required for Stream A: Health Promotion can apply to graduate with a Graduate
Certificate in Health Promotion. Academic advice should be sought prior to applying to graduate*.
Stream A: Health Promotion is not available via Distance. Subjects require normal on-campus attendance throughout the
academic session.
Stream B: Public Health Nutrition
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SHS 936 Public Health Nutrition Autumn 6
SHS 938 Food and Nutrition Monitoring and Surveillance Autumn 6
SHS 937 Nutrition Promotion Spring 6
SHS 939 Food and Nutrition Policy Spring 6
Note: students who complete the 24cp required for Stream B: Public Health Nutrition can apply to graduate with a
Graduate Certificate in Public Health Nutrition. Academic advice should be sought prior to applying to graduate*.
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Stream B: Public Health Nutrition is not available via Distance. Subjects are taught in block delivery which requires on-
campus attendance.
Stream C: Occupational Health and Safety
LAW 969 Occupational Health and Safety Law Autumn 6
SHS 971 OHS Risk Management Autumn 6
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SHS 970 Advanced Workplace Injury Management Spring 6

SHS 972 Principles of Occupational Hygiene Summer 6
Note: students who complete the 24cp required for Stream C: Occupational Health and Safety can apply to graduate
with a Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety. Academic advice should be sought prior to applying to
graduate*.
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Stream C: Occupational Health and Safety is not available via Distance. All Subjects are taught in block delivery mode
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which requires on-campus attendance.

Stream D: Social Marketing for Health
Subjects Code Subject Name Session Credit Points

CHIP911 Social Marketing for Health Autumn 6
CHIP912 Advanced Studies in Behaviour Change Spring 6
CHIP913 Social Marketing Practice Spring 6
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GHMD930 Mass Media & Population Health Autumn 6
Note: students who complete the 24cp required for Stream D: Social Marketing for Health can apply to graduate with a
Graduate Certificate in Social Marketing for Health. Academic advice should be sought prior to applying to graduate*.
Stream D: Social Marketing for Health is available via on-campus or distance delivery.
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The Master of Public Health articulates with the following graduate certificates:
Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion
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Students who commence in one of the Graduate Certificates above may apply to progress into the MPH program. Please
note that an application to transfer into the MPH must be lodged prior to an application to graduate from the Graduate
Certificate in order to receive the maximum amount of credit if the transfer is successful. Students considering this option
must seek academic advice before lodging an application for transfer or graduation.
*For students who enter directly into the MPH program, there are several potential exit points prior to completion of
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the full MPH program, depending on which subjects have been completed. Students wishing to exit the MPH prior to
completion of the required 48cp points may do so in accordance with the Core or Stream tables listed above. The core
MPH subjects and streams each equate directly to a particular Graduate Certificate qualification. Students must be aware
however, that once they have exited the MPH program by graduating with a Graduate Certificate, University General
Course Rules may prohibit full credit for subjects already completed should they choose to return to the MPH program
at a later date. Students who are considering exiting the MPH program early should discuss this in detail with the Course
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Coordinator prior to making a final decision or lodging an application to transfer or graduate.
Further Information
A/Prof Heather Yeatman
Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 3153

[email protected]
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Master of Public Health Advanced
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Public Health Advanced
Abbreviation: MPHAdv
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Delivery Mode: Mixed, dependent on stream chosen; refer to streams in the MPH for details
CRICOS Code: N/A
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Overview
The Master of Public Health Advanced at the University of Wollongong is designed to give students a broad introduction
to public health. It also enables students to develop knowledge and skills in one of four specialist areas in which the
University excels: health promotion, public health nutrition, occupational health and safety, and social marketing for
health. The University has a strong teaching tradition which supports students to study part or full time, on-campus or
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off-campus.
In addition to completing the MPH program, students in the MPHAdv complete a 24 credit point research project which
provides them with an opportunity to undertake independent study in an area of interest.

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Applicants normally apply to transfer into the MPHAdv in the final session of their MPH program. A minimum of a
credit average in the MPH subjects is required, together with the availability of an appropriate academic supervisor.
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Course Requirements
The Master of Public Health Advanced requires the successful completion of 72 credit points of subjects in accordance
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The Master of Public Health Advanced articulates with the Master of Public Health such that students in the MPH may
apply to transfer to the MPHAdv and receive credit for all subjects completed in the MPH. Please note however that
an application to transfer into the MPHAdv must be lodged prior to an application to graduate from the MPH in order
to receive the maximum amount of credit should the transfer be approved. Students considering this option must seek
academic advice before lodging an application for transfer or graduation.
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GHMD997 Research Project Autumn, Spring, 24
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Completed Master of Public Health program 24
Further Information
Creative Arts

Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 3153
[email protected]
Graduate Diploma in Science (Biomedical Science)

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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Science (Biomedical Science)

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Overview
The Graduate Diploma in Science (Biomedical Science) is designed to give graduates further training in one of the
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discipline areas of biomedical science.

Entry into the Graduate Diploma in Science (Biomedical Science) requires the successful completion of a Bachelor
degree of at least 3 years duration from a recognised tertiary institution, with emphasis in biomedical science. Applicants
must include a statement of purpose with their application form.
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It is possible to admit only a limited number of students each year. If the number of applicants exceeds the quota,
admission will be based on academic qualifications.
International students are required to have overall an IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum level of 6.0 in all bands of
reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Course Requirements
The Graduate Diploma in Science (Biomedical Science) requires successful completion of 48 credit points.
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The program is designed specifically for each student’s needs and therefore subjects must be selected in consultation with
an academic adviser and be approved by the Course Coordinator. Students may choose subjects from discipline areas
including anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, exercise physiology and nutrition.
Further Information
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Prof Paul Else

Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 3496
[email protected]
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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety
Abbreviation: GCertOHS
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Duration: 1 year part-time
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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety course provides an entry point for students who don’t
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meet the requirements for direct entry to the Masters degree. The course is designed to permit students to transfer to the
Master of Science (Occupational Health and Safety) provided that a credit average is achieved across all subjects in the
Graduate Certificate.

Applicants who hold a degree that doesn’t meet the criteria for direct entry to the Masters may be accepted for entry to
the Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health & Safety. Applicants who hold a Certificate IV in Workplace Safety or
Education
equivalent, plus two years of relevant work experience in an OHS related area, will also be considered.
Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety requires the successful completion of 26 credit points of
subjects in accordance with the table below.
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LAW 969 Occupational Health and Safety Law** Autumn 6
SHS 971 OH&S Risk Management Autumn 6
SHS970 Advanced Workplace Injury Management Spring 6
SHS 972 Principals of Occupational Hygiene Summer 6
Note: all SHS subjects listed above are taught in block delivery modes that require on-campus attendance. Please consult

the OH&S academic program website at www.uow.edu.au/health/healthsciences/ohspgprogramme for details.
**This subject is run by the Faculty of Law and is delivered in block format. Please consult the Faculty of Law for details.
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The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety articulates with the Master of Science (Occupational
Health & Safety). All subjects successfully completed in the Graduate Certificate in OH&S will count as credit towards
the MSc (OHS) upon successful transfer provided that the student has not graduated from the Graduate Certificate in
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OH&S. Students intending to apply to transfer to the MSc (OH&S) should note that once they have graduated from the
Graduate Certificate in OH&S, University General Course Rules may prohibit full credit for subjects already completed
should they apply to return to the MSc program at a later date. Therefore students considering this option must discuss
this with the Program Coordinator prior to applying for graduation or transfer.
Further Information:
Ms Jane Whitelaw
Course Coordinator
Law
+61 2 4221 5232

[email protected]
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Graduate Certificate in Occupational Hygiene Practice
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Occupational Hygiene Practice
Abbreviation: GCertOHP
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Delivery Mode: On campus (Block delivery)
Starting Session(s): Autumn, Winter, Spring, Summer
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Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Hygiene Practice aims to develop the basic skills necessary to evaluate
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workplaces for worker exposure to hazardous substances. Skills will also be developed in the control of hazardous
substances after they have been identified and evaluated.

The Graduate Certificate program has been designed as an entry course for those who may not have an undergraduate
degree but have relevant work experience and have completed a “Fundamentals in Occupational Hygiene” course
offered by an acceptable professional society or equivalent. The program is designed so that students may progress from
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the Graduate Certificate through to the Masters degree, provided a credit average is maintained throughout the Graduate
Certificate.
Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Hygiene Practice course requires the successful completion of 24 credit points
of subjects in accordance with the table below.
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Course Program
SHS974 Measurement of Hazardous Substances Autumn 6
SHS976 Noise-Measurement & Its Effects Winter 6
SHS977 Control of Hazardous Substances Spring 6

SHS980 Epidemiology & Toxicology for OHS Practitioners Autumn 6
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Note: all subjects are taught in block delivery modes that require on-campus attendance. Please consult the OHS
academic program website at www.uow.edu.au/health/healthsciences/ohspgprogramme for details.

The Graduate Certificate in Occupational Hygiene Practice articulates with the Master of Science (Occupational
Hygiene Practice). All subjects successfully completed in the Graduate Certificate in OHP will count as credit towards the
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MSc (OHP) upon successful transfer provided that the student has not graduated from the Graduate Certificate in OHP.
Students intending to apply to transfer to the MSc (OHP) should note that once they have graduated from the Graduate
Certificate in OHP, University General Course Rules may prohibit full credit for subjects already completed should they
apply to return to the MSc program at a later date. Therefore students considering this option must discuss this with the
Program Coordinator prior to applying for graduation or transfer.
Law
Ms Jane Whitelaw
Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 5232
[email protected]
Science
Sydney Business
School

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Public Health
Abbreviation: GCertPubHlth
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Delivery Mode: On-campus, Distance
Commerce
CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
The aim of this program is to provide health professionals and others with the opportunity to develop competencies in
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public health.

Entry to the Graduate Certificate in Public Health requires a three year undergraduate degree (or equivalent) from a
recognised tertiary institution. An applicant holding other acceptable qualifications may be admitted to this course on a
case-by-case basis.
Education
Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Public Health requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of subjects in accordance
SHS 931 Public Health Communication and Data Skills Autumn 6
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Or
6cp elective subject

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On completion of the Graduate Certificate in Public Health, students may apply to transfer into the Master of Public
Health as the Graduate Certificate in Public Health articulates with that Masters program. Successful applicants will be
required to complete a further 24 credit points of course work for the Master of Public Health program in accordance
with the requirements for that degree.
Students considering whether to articulate from the Graduate Certificate into a higher qualification or not must seek
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academic advice prior to applying to graduate from the Graduate Certificate. The University General Course Rules are
such that students who graduate from a Graduate Certificate and then later seek entry to a related Masters program may
not be able to receive the full amount of credit that is normally available under the articulation agreement.
Further Information
Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 3153
Law
[email protected]
Science
Sydney Business
School

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Public Health Nutrition
Abbreviation: GCertPHN
Arts

Delivery Mode: On campus (Combination of Face-to-face and Flexible Delivery) Distance
available from 2011
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Location: Wollongong Campus
CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
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public health nutrition.

Entry to the Graduate Certificate in Public Health Nutrition requires a three year undergraduate degree (or equivalent)
from a recognised tertiary institution. Normally applicants require an undergraduate program in nutrition to be
considered eligible to apply. An applicant holding other acceptable qualifications may be admitted to this course on a
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case-by-case basis.
Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Public Health Nutrition requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of subjects in
Engineering

SHS 938 Food and Nutrition Monitoring and Surveillance Autumn 6
SHS 937 Nutrition Promotion Spring 6
SHS 939 Food and Nutrition Policy Spring 6

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On completion of the Graduate Certificate in Public Health Nutrition, students may apply to transfer into the Master of
Public Health as the Graduate Certificate in Public Health Nutrition articulates with that Masters program. Successful
applicants will be required to complete a further 24 credit points of course work for the Master of Public Health program
in accordance with the requirements for that degree.
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Further Information
Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 3153
[email protected]
Law
Science
Sydney Business
School

Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion
Abbreviation: GCertHlthProm
Arts
Distance available from 2011
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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
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health promotion.

Entry to the Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion requires a three year undergraduate degree (or equivalent) from a
recognised tertiary institution. An applicant holding other acceptable qualifications may be admitted to this course on a
Education
case-by-case basis.
Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of subjects in
Engineering
SHS 935 Public Health Policy Autumn 6
SHS 930 Health Promotion Competencies Spring 6

On completion of the Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion, students may apply to transfer into the Master of Public
Sciences
Health as the Graduate Certificate in Health Promotion articulates with that Masters program. Successful applicants will
be required to complete a further 24 credit points of course work for the Master of Public Health program in accordance
with the requirements for that degree.
Informatics
Further Information
Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 3153
[email protected] Law
Science
Sydney Business
School

Graduate Certificate in Advanced Dietetic Practice
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Advanced Dietetic Practice
Abbreviation: GradCertAdvDietPrac
Arts

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Overview
This is a course for practising dietitians (with a minimum of 3 years professional experience) who wish to undertake
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further study and develop their career whilst continuing to practise. The course provides opportunities for students to:
· Enhance their skills of reflection
· Enhance their skills of research design, data collection, program evaluation and statistical analysis
· Select and apply appropriate approaches in order to advance dietetic practice
· Engage in academic debate involving issues relating to practice and evidence-based approaches
The course will also assist current Accredited Practising Dietitians who may wish to apply for the title of Advanced
Education
Practitioner with the Dietitians Association of Australia (DAA). On completion of this course, students will be able to
provide evidence of advanced knowledge and skills in many elements of three of the five key competency areas that need
to be included in a dossier of supporting evidence: ‘Research and Evaluation’, ‘Strategic and Reflective Practice’ and
Professional Competence’.

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Applicants must possess professional Dietetics qualifications suitable for membership of the Dietitians Association of
Australia, with at least 3 years experience as a practising dietitian.
International applicants require an IELTS of 7.0
Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Advanced Dietetic Practice requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of subjects
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The course will take a minimum of one semester to complete full-time, but is more likely to be completed part-time
over a 2 year period. Many subjects are available via flexible or distance learning, to allow students to enrol by distance
if required. The course is composed of 3 core subject areas (reflective practice, research methods, and advanced dietetic
practice) and one elective (in areas of management, public health, research methods and marketing).
It is recommended that students complete GHMB950 Reflective Practice and one research subject before enrolling in
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GHMA936 Advanced Dietetic Practice.

Core Subjects
DIET958 Advanced Dietetic Practice Autumn, Spring or 6
Annual
GHMB950 Reflective Practice 1 Autumn or Spring 6
Plus 6 credit points from:
CHIP915 Essential Skills for Health Researchers Autumn 6
Law
SHS 952 Research in Human Nutrition Autumn 8

SHS 939 Food and Nutrition Policy 6
Science
CHIP912 Advanced Studies in Behaviour Change Autumn 6

CHIP915 Essential Skills for Health Researchers* Autumn 6
SHS 952 Research in Human Nutrition* Autumn 6
GHMB925 Effective Leadership in Health Autumn or Spring 6
TBS 901 Accounting for Managers Autumn or Spring 6
Sydney Business
TBS 903 Managing People in Organisations Autumn or Spring 6

CHIP913 Social Marketing Practice Spring 6
School
GHMC984 Social Psychology & Health Spring 6

SHS 940 Statistics in Health Research* Spring 6
SHS 941 Health Research Methodology* Spring 6

TBS 904 Marketing Management Spring 6
* not permitted as elective if taken as a core subject.
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Further Information
A/Prof Peter Williams
Course Coordinator
+61 (0)2 4221 4085
[email protected]
Commerce
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Health Leadership and Management
Abbreviation: MHlthLeadMgmt
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Delivery Mode: On-campus (Face-to-face)
Education
Overview
This course is designed for practicing health professionals seeking to develop their management and leadership skills.
This flexible program allows students to select from a variety of Graduate Certificate degrees and tailor their Masters
program to suit their professional development requirements.
Entry Requirements
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Students can enter the Master of Health Leadership and Management degree via either of the pathways detailed below:
Applicants with a Bachelor degree of at least three years duration from a recognised tertiary institution or equivalent,
together with a minimum of two years full-time relevant work experience will be admitted to the Master of Health
Leadership and Management degree. Upon commencement of the degree, students will nominate two Graduate

Certificate degrees within the course structure.
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Alternatively, applicants may apply to enrol in one of the Graduate Certificate degrees listed within the MHLM course
structure, provided they meet the entry requirements as specified for this Graduate Certificate by the relevant Faculty.
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate with an average mark of at least 60 per cent, students may apply
to progress to the Master of Health Leadership and Management with credit for previous studies completed.
Course Requirements
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The Master of Health Leadership and Management requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of subjects in
accordance with two of the Graduate Certificates listed below. Students who enrol directly into the Master of Health
Leadership and Management will be required to meet with the Course Co-ordinator and discuss which two of the
graduate certificate programs will comprise the course.
Those students who enrol initially in one of the Graduate Certificate degrees listed below will be eligible to progress to
the Master of Health Leadership and Management upon successful completion with an average mark of at least 60 per
cent. Eligible candidates articulate to the Master of Health Leadership and Management and complete a further 24 credit
points of subjects, based on one of the other graduate certificate programs listed below.
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At least one of the graduate certificate programs must be chosen from those offered by the Faculty of Health and
Behavioural Sciences. As leadership is a core component of this program, students must either complete the Graduate
Certificate in Health Leadership and Management OR successfully complete the subject TBS903 Managing People in
Organisations within one of the other Graduate Certificates.
Faculty of Health and Behavioural Sciences
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Sydney Business School
Sydney Business
Graduate Certificate in Business Administration

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Graduate Certificate in Logistics

Graduate Certificate in Management

Faculty of Informatics
To be advised.
Course structures for individual Graduate Certificate degrees can be found in the relevant Faculty’s Handbook.
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Credit
Candidates must successfully complete a total of 48 credit points across two graduate certificates; no credit will be granted
for subjects completed in the first graduate certificate degree toward the second graduate certificate. Students who
successfully complete one of the Graduate Certificate programs listed in the course requirements with an average mark of
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at least 60 per cent may apply to progress to the MHLM and receive credit for 24 of the 48 credit points required for the
Masters.
Further Information
Ms Angela Brown
Health Leadership and Management Coordinator
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+61 2 4221 3339

[email protected]
Master of Indigenous Health

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Indigenous Health
Abbreviation: MIndHealth
Education

Duration: 1 year full time or part-time equivalent
Delivery Mode: Distance*
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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
The Master of Indigenous Health is currently delivered through distance education. The course provides students with
knowledge and skills to effectively address Indigenous community health, community development, and cultural issues in
relation to Indigenous health.
Sciences

A Bachelors degree of at least 3 years duration or Graduate Diploma (or equivalent) from a recognised tertiary institution
is required for entry. Recognition may be given for relevant work experience and prior learning.
Course Requirements
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The Master of Indigenous Health requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of subjects in accordance with
the table below.
GHMB940 Indigenous Family Studies Autumn 6
GHMB943 Health and Human Ecology Autumn 6
GHMB941 Indigenous Health Patterns Spring 6
GHMB944 Community Resource Planning Spring 6
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Plus 24 credit points of subjects as per the list below:

GHMB952 Special Topic Not available in 12
2010
Or 24 credit points of research as per the following subject:
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GHMB997 Major Project Annual 24
* for students who elect to take GHMB997 Major Project, on-campus attendance to consult with the research project
supervisor will be negotiated as needed.
Further Information
Sydney Business
Ms Faye McMillan
School
Postgraduate Indigenous Health Coordinator

+61 2 4221 3453
[email protected]

Master of Nursing
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Nursing
Abbreviation: MNurs
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Delivery Mode: On campus (Combination of Face-to-face and Flexible)
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Overview
The Master of Nursing is designed to prepare nurses for senior roles in nursing and in the health care system. It is a
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program of either selected coursework, or by a combination of coursework and a major project.
The aims of the program are to prepare candidates with beginning competence in research methods and design and
provide candidates with important current evidence based health care and nursing information. The main objectives are
to provide an academic avenue for professional development, knowledge and comprehension of research methods and
design and of evidence based practice.
Education
A Bachelors degree in Nursing of at least 3 years duration or a Graduate Certificate in Nursing from a recognised tertiary
institution is required.
Course Requirements
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The Master of Nursing requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of subjects in accordance with the table
below.
The program may consist entirely of coursework, or may be a combination of coursework and a major project. There are
24 credit points of core subjects that all students must complete. The remaining 24 credit points can be made up from the

elective subject list below, or the student may elect to complete their program by undertaking a research project (Major
Project).
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Course Program
Core Subjects
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GHMB923 Legal and Professional Issues Spring 6
SHS 941 Public Health Research Methodology Spring 6
Elective Subjects
GHMB954 Studies in Alcohol & Other Drugs Autumn 6
GHMB955 Dementia Care Across Settings Autumn 6
GHMB956 Policy and Practice in the Care of Older People Autumn 6
Law

GHMB902 Effective Management in Health Autumn or Spring 6
GHMB926 Coaching Skills for Healthcare Leaders Autumn or Spring 6
GHMB903 Scientific and Qualitative Development in Acute Care Not available in 6
Nursing 2010
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GHMB906 Acute Care Nursing: Reflections on Practice Not available in 6

2010
GHMB957 Rehabilitation: Concepts and Practice Spring 6
Students who elect to undertake research enrol in:
Sydney Business
GHMB997 Major Project Autumn or Spring 24

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Candidates must also complete on-line TCHR021 Statistical Literacy or demonstrate statistical literacy as a pre-requisite
for enrolling in SHS 941.

Further Information
Ms Joanne Joyce
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+61 2 4221 3468

[email protected]
Master of Nursing (Mental Health)

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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Nursing (Mental Health)

Abbreviation: MNurs(MntlHlth)
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Overview
The Master of Nursing (Mental Health) is designed for both practitioners commencing in the specialty of mental health
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nursing, and experienced Mental Health and Drug and Alcohol Nurses.

A Bachelors degree in Nursing of at least 3 years duration from a recognised tertiary institution, or successful completion
of the Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing, and qualification to practise as a Registered Nurse.
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bands, reading and writing, speaking and listening.
Course Requirements
The Master of Nursing (Mental Health) requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of subjects in accordance
Infectious Diseases under the Additional Information Section.
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GHMB989 Mental Health Nursing: Clinical Principles and Practice Annual 12
GHMB932 Principles and Practice of Psychosocial Rehabilitation Autumn 6
GHMB934 Assessment and Diagnosis in Mental Health Autumn 6
GHMB954 Drug and Alcohol Studies Autumn 6
GHMB902 Effective Management in Health Spring 6
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GHMB935 Case Management in Mental Health Spring 6

GHMB950 Reflective Practice 1 Spring 6
Further Information
A/Prof Janette Curtis

Course Coordinator
Law
+61 2 4221 5056

[email protected]
Ms Joanne Joyce
+61 2 4221 3468
Science
[email protected]
Sydney Business
School

Master of Science (Dementia Care)
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science (Dementia Care)
Abbreviation: MSc
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Delivery Mode: On campus (Combination of Face-to-face and flexible)
(Note: Core subjects are available by distance delivery)
Commerce
Overview
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The Master of Science (Dementia Care) is a clinically-focussed program that prepares practitioners for advanced
professional practice and initiating innovation in the specialist field of dementia.
The course will provide graduates with skills and advanced knowledge in the care of people with dementia. Students will
have the opportunities to build on existing knowledge and use work-based learning to enhance client care and service
delivery in the multi-disciplinary environment.
Education
A 3 year Bachelors degree in a health-related discipline or equivalent. Applicants who hold professional qualifications in a
health-related discipline will also be considered.
bands of reading, writing, speaking, and listening.
Course Requirements
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The Master of Science (Dementia Care) requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of subjects in accordance
Course Program

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Spring
GHMB958 Advancements in Dementia Care Spring 6
GHMB959 Facilitating Innovation and Change: Tools for Practice and Autumn or 6
Development Spring
Plus 24 credit points of elective subjects at 900-Level from the School of Nursing, Midwifery and 24
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Indigenous Health
Further Information
A/Prof Victoria Traynor
Program Coordinator
+61 2 4221 3471
[email protected]
Law
Ms Joanne Joyce
+61 2 4221 3468
[email protected]
Science
Sydney Business
School

Master of Science (Gerontology and Rehabilitation Studies)
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science (Gerontology and Rehabilitation Studies)
Abbreviation: MSc(GRS)
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(Note: Core subjects are available by distance delivery)
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Overview
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The Master of Science (Gerontology and Rehabilitation Studies) is designed to provide opportunities for practitioners
working with older people or clients with rehabilitation needs to enhance their knowledge and clinical skills in
relevant areas. The focus of the course is on enabling practitioners to prepare for new roles related to clinical leadership,
management, education, or research, in the area of aged and rehabilitation care. The course provides an environment for
multi-disciplinary colleagues to share best practice in addressing the challenges of implementing evidence-based practice,
delivering new policy initiatives, and promoting user and carer involvement in care delivery.
Education
Entry requirements/ Assumed knowledge

A Bachelors degree, or equivalent, or successful completion of a Graduate Certificate in a related discipline. Consideration
will be given to health professionals who do not hold any diplomas or the degrees listed above.
International students must have an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum level of 6.0 in all bands, reading and
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Course Requirements
The Master of Science (Gerontology and Rehabilitation Studies) requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of
Core subjects
GHMB950 Reflective Practice Autumn/Spring 6

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Elective subjects
24 credit points at 900-level chosen from Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health and Health 24
Sciences.
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Further information
Ms Joanne Joyce
+61 2 4221 3468
[email protected]
Law
Science
Sydney Business
School

Master of Science (Midwifery)
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science (Midwifery)
Abbreviation: MSc(Mid)
Arts
Commerce
Overview
The Master of Science (Midwifery) program enables Registered Nurses to undertake the recommended theory and
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clinical experience as required by the Nurses and Midwives Board of NSW, Australia (NMB) in order to be eligible to
apply for registration as a midwife with the NMB. The program aims to provide graduates with skills and advanced
knowledge to provide continuing care for the woman, her infants, and family during the reproductive phase of her
lifespan. During the program, the exploration and clarification of evidence-based midwifery practice is emphasised.
All students undertaking the Master of Science (Midwifery) program for registration as a Midwife with the NMB NSW
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must be authorised to practice as a Registered Nurse by the NMB NSW prior to commencing the program.
Registered Midwives with the NMB NSW who wish to further their qualifications can undertake the program and be
given credit for the clinical component of the degree. International students who are Registered Midwives in their own
countries are not eligible for registration with the NMB NSW on the basis of completion of the theoretical component
of the program.
All applications are assessed by staff within SNMIH for suitability to undertake the program; a Bachelor of Nursing
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Degree or equivalent is expected. All applications must be approved by the Associate Head of School.
Applicants required to provide evidence for equivalency for a Bachelor of Nursing degree are reviewed using the
following criteria:
· Registered Nurse with a Bachelor degree in a discipline other than nursing;
· Registered Nurse with a Diploma in a discipline other than nursing;

· Registered Nurse with a Graduate Certificate in a discipline other than nursing; or
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· a portfolio demonstrating evidence of further education including:
· Vocational Education Training Accreditation Board (VETAB)
· a program of study at the College of Nursing
· workplace based educational programs and/or certificates.
For applicants who are Registered Nurses and/or Registered Midwives but do not hold a three-year Bachelor of Nursing
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or equivalent as listed, consideration for entry to the Master of Science (Midwifery) may be given on a case-by-case basis.
Applicants in this category are encouraged to contact the Course Coordinator to discuss their eligibility for the degree.
The Master of Science (Midwifery) is available to International students. International students who are not registered
midwives in their own country must obtain temporary registration as a nurse in New South Wales through the Nurses
and Midwives Board of NSW, Australia in order to undertake the clinical subjects.
For international students who are registered midwives in their own country, credit may be awarded for the clinical
subjects in recognition of their clinical experiences overseas. However, in accepting any such credit, students must be Law
aware that the Nurses and Midwives Board of NSW will not recognise this credit for the purpose of registering as a
midwife in NSW, Australia. International students intending to register and work as midwives in NSW, Australia must
complete the full 48 credit point program for the Master of Science (Midwifery) as listed in the Course Program below.
In order to undertake the clinical subjects, students must obtain temporary registration as a nurse in New South Wales
through the Nurses and Midwives Board of NSW, Australia in addition to the registration they hold in their home
country.
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Visit www.nmb.nsw.gov.au/ for further details regarding registration eligibility and requirements for nurses and midwives
in NSW, Australia.
International students are also required to have achieved an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with a level of at least 6.0 in all
Course Requirements
Sydney Business
The Master of Science (Midwifery) requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of subjects in accordance with
School
the table below. These subjects incorporate mandatory clinical experience. Students are required to complete the clinical
experience in order to demonstrate that they meet the Nurses and Midwives Board of NSW pre-requisite for registration.
For details of these requirements, please seek advice from the Course Coordinator.

In order to attend clinical placements, students are required to have a Criminal Record Check (CRC) clearance. To
obtain this, students are required to complete a CRC application form and sign a Working with Children Check form
eight weeks prior to clinical placements. Before starting clinical placements, students are also required to comply with
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NSW Health Department Circular ‘Occupational Screening and Vaccination Against Infectious Diseases’, available on
the NSW Health Department website. Students who do not meet these requirements will not be able to attend clinical
practicum and therefore will not be able to continue in the Master of Science (Midwifery). For students who undertake
the program as an employee of a health care facility, the above clearance is undertaken by the employer.
For further information on Criminal Record Checks and Infectious Diseases please see the Additional Information
Section.
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GHMB911 Midwifery Practice 1* Autumn 4
GHMB912 Midwifery Practice 2* Spring 4
GHMB913 Midwifery Practice 3* Summer 4
GHMB914 Midwifery Management 1 (Art & Science of Midwifery 1) Autumn 6
GHMB915 Midwifery Management 2 (Art & Science of Midwifery 2) Spring 6
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GHMB916 Human Reproduction Autumn 6

GHMB917 Midwifery in the Social Context Spring 6
GHMB923 Legal and Professional Issues Spring 6
GHMB950 Reflective Practice 1 Spring 6
* Clinical subjects
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Graduates are eligible to apply for registration as Registered Midwives with the Nurses and Midwives Board of NSW.
Registration in other states is assessed individually by the relevant State authority.
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The Master of Science (Midwifery) has been approved by DEEWR as an eligible Masters program for Student Income
Support.
information.
Further Information
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Dr Moira Williamson
Coordinator, Master of Science (Midwifery)
+61 2 4221 3381
[email protected]
Ms Joanne Joyce
Postgraduate Coursework Coordinator
Informatics
+61 2 4221 3468

[email protected]
Graduate Certificate in Dementia Care

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Dementia Care
Abbreviation: GCertDementiaCare
Law

(Note: Core subjects are available in distance with a flexible delivery)
Science
CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
Sydney Business
The Graduate Certificate in Dementia Care is a clinically-focussed program that prepares practitioners for advanced
School
professional practice and initiating innovation in the specialist field of dementia.

The course will provide graduates with skills and advanced knowledge in the care of people with dementia. Students will
have the opportunities to build on existing knowledge and use work-based learning to enhance client care and service
delivery in the multi-disciplinary environment.

A 3 year Bachelors degree in a health-related discipline, or equivalent. Applicants who hold professional qualifications in a
health-related discipline will also be considered.
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Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Dementia Care requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of subjects in
Course Program
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GHMB958 Advancements in Dementia Care Spring 6
GHMB959 Innovation and Change: Autumn or Spring 6
Tools for Practice and Development
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Students may apply to articulate to the Master of Science (Dementia Care), which requires completion of an additional
24 credit points of elective subjects at 900-level from the School of Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health.
Education
A/Prof Victoria Traynor
Program Coordinator
+61 2 4221 3471
[email protected]
Ms Joanne Joyce
Engineering
+61 2 4221 3468
[email protected]
Graduate Certificate in Gerontology and Rehabilitation Studies

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Gerontology and Rehabilitation Studies
Abbreviation: GCertG&RS
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Delivery Mode: Distance or Flexible
Informatics
CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Gerontology and Rehabilitation Studies is designed to provide opportunities for practitioners
working with older people or clients with rehabilitation needs to enhance their knowledge and clinical skills in
relevant areas. The focus of the course is on enabling practitioners to prepare for new roles related to clinical leadership,
Law
management, education or research, in the area of aged and rehabilitation care. The course provides an environment for
multi-disciplinary colleagues to share best practice in addressing the challenges of implementing evidence-based practice,
delivering new policy initiatives and promoting user and carer involvement in care delivery.
Entry requirements/ Assumed knowledge

A Professional Certificate in a health-related discipline is required for entry.
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Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Gerontology and Rehabilitation requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of
Sydney Business
School

Course Program
Core subjects
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GHMB950 Reflective Practice 1 Autumn/Spring 6
Further information
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Ms Joanne Joyce
+61 2 4221 3468
[email protected]
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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management
Abbreviation: GCertHLM
Education

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Overview
This is a course for health professionals including Nurses, Midwives, Allied Health and Medical Practitioners.
It provides opportunities to:
· Understand and practice the skills of effective leadership
· Explore the skills of the effective manager
· Enhance skills of reflection

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· Discover the value of coaching skills in healthcare practice

On completion of this course, health professionals will feel confident about their contribution to the challenges they are
presented with in their clinical practice and be able to facilitate change through leadership.

All applicants must have a recognised Bachelor’s Degree in a health discipline OR equivalent.
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Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Health Leadership and Management requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of
Law
GHMB926 Coaching Skills for Healthcare Leaders Autumn/ Spring 6

GHMB925 Effective Leadership in Health Autumn/ Spring 6
GHMB902 Effective Management in Health Autumn/ Spring 6
GHMB950 Reflective Practice 1 Autumn/ Spring 6

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Students can apply to articulate in to the Master of Nursing, Master of Nursing (Mental Health) and other Masters
courses. Please consult the Program Coordinator for information about these options.
Further information :
Sydney Business
Ms Angela Brown
School
+61 (0)2 4221 3339

[email protected]

Graduate Certificate in Health Practice Development & Facilitation
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Health Practice Development & Facilitation
Abbreviation: GCertHlthPracDevFac
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Delivery Mode: Flexible (Combination of On-campus and online or distance delivery)
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Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Health Practice Development and Facilitation will provide graduates with the opportunity to
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apply theoretical and practical aspects of practice development and to develop the required facilitation and education skills
for practice development.
This is a clinically-focussed program that will have opportunities to build on existing knowledge and use work-based
learning to promote positive learning opportunities and enhance client care, team working and service delivery in the
multi-disciplinary environment.
It is anticipated that participants will already be employed in health services roles and are using or wishing to use practice
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development and facilitation. This program will enhance their capabilities by providing graduates with the knowledge and
skills that prepares candidates for career progression into senior clinical, management, teaching and research roles.

A Bachelors degree in a health related discipline or equivalent is required for entry. Other professional qualifications in a
health related discipline may be acceptable for entry, in consultation with Course Coordinator.
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Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Health Practice Development and Facilitation requires the successful completion of 24 credit

point of subjects in accordance with the table below.
There are 3 core subjects (18 credit points) that are compulsory; the remaining subject (6 credit points) is an elective
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subject chosen in consultation with the Course Coordinator.
GHMB959 Facilitating Innovation and Change: Tools for Practice Autumn/Spring 6
Development
GHMB960 Facilitation and Education Skills for Practice Development Autumn/Spring 6
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PLUS 6 credit points of elective subjects from the list below, chosen in consultation with the Course Coordinator
CHBC918 Critical Appraisal Autumn 6
Further Information
Prof Ken Walsh
Law
Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 4307
[email protected]
Ms Joanne Joyce
+61 2 4221 3468
Science
[email protected]
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School

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Health Research
Abbreviation: GCertHlthRes
Arts

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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
This course provides a solid introduction to understanding and conducting health-related research. The core subjects
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provide grounding in the key skills needed to read, interpret and evaluate published research; to develop and implement
a health research project; to evaluate health-related outcomes; and to apply learning about research frameworks and
methods to questions experienced in the students’ workplace and social environment.
The course fosters excellence in teaching and learning by undertaking an innovative approach to student scholarship, with
academics, other professionals and student participation contributing to the creation of a student friendly course that has
been designed to be responsive to the individual student’s need and to encourage collaboration and active participation in
the learning experiences.
Education
This course is suitable for students preparing to undertake higher degree research studies as well as those wishing to
develop fundamental research skills for professional practice.

A Bachelor degree of at least three years duration from a recognised tertiary institution, or equivalent is required.
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Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate of Health Research requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of subjects in
CHBC918 Critical Appraisal Autumn 6

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GHMB950 Reflective Practice 1 Autumn/ Spring 6

CHBC919 Evaluative Research Methodology Spring 6
Further Information
Prof Sandra Jones
Course Coordinator
Informatics
+61 2 4221 4209

[email protected]
Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Health

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Health
Abbreviation: GCertIndHealth
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Delivery Mode: Distance
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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Health is currently delivered through distance education. The course provides
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students with the knowledge and skills to effectively address Indigenous community health, community development, and
cultural issues in relation to Indigenous Health.
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A Bachelors degree of at least 3 years duration from a recognised tertiary institution, or undergraduate diploma or
equivalent. Recognition is also given for relevant workplace experience and prior learning.
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Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Health requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of subjects in
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GHMB940 Indigenous Family Studies Autumn 6
GHMB943 Health and Human Ecology Autumn 6
GHMB941 Indigenous Health Patterns Spring 6
GHMB944 Community Health Resource Planning Spring 6
Or other subjects approved by the Head of School.
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Further Information
Ms Faye McMillan
Postgraduate Indigenous Health Coordinator
+61 2 4221 3453
[email protected]
Ms Joanne Joyce
Education
+61 2 4221 3468
[email protected]
Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing
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Abbreviation: GCertMntlHlthNurs

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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing is designed for practitioners in the specialty of mental health nursing
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and for experienced mental health nurses.

A Bachelors degree in Nursing of at least 3 years duration from a recognised tertiary institution or qualifications to
practice as a Registered Nurse or equivalent.
bands, reading and writing, speaking and listening. Law
Course Requirements
The Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Nursing requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of subjects in
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GHMB989 Mental Health Nursing: Clinical Principles & Practice Annual 12
Or
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Further Information
A/Prof Janette Curtis
Course Coordinator
Arts
+61 2 4221 5056

[email protected]
Ms Joanne Joyce
+61 2 4221 3468
Commerce
[email protected]
Graduate Certificate in Nursing

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Nursing
Abbreviation: GCertNurs
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Note: Majors are only available on a part-time basis
Delivery Mode: On campus (Combination of Face-to-face and Flexible, depending on subjects
chosen)
Location: Wollongong (Majors will require some travel to Sydney Hospital)
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Note: Majors are only available on a part-time basis and so are not available to
international students on student visas.
Overview
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The Graduate Certificate in Nursing is a short, focused course having both academic and industry relevance. It is
designed to give students the flexibility to choose subjects that allow professional development to occur in tandem
with academic rigour. Candidates may exit following completion of the required subjects, having acquired advanced
knowledge in their chosen fields and having been prepared for advanced practice.

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A Bachelor degree in Nursing of at least three years duration from a recognised tertiary institution or a qualification to
practice as a Registered Nurse or equivalent.
of reading, writing, speaking and listening.
Course Requirements
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The Graduate Certificate in Nursing requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of subjects in accordance with
one of the tables listed below.
The Graduate Certificate of Nursing allows access to four majors in addition to the General Nursing program. The
majors are:
Hand Management, Therapy and Rehabilitation
Infection Control
Law
Ophthalmology
Sexual Health
These majors are taught in conjunction with Sydney Hospital and will require travel to Sydney for some of the specialised
subjects.
Students must indicate at the time of application to the Graduate Certificate in Nursing whether they wish to be
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considered for the General Nursing Program or for a Major, as approval for entry to a Major is given by both the
University of Wollongong and Sydney Hospital.
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General Nursing Program
Students complete 24 credit points from the table below, at least 12 credit points of which must be from the Nursing,
Midwifery and Indigenous Health subjects.
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Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health Subjects
GHMB903 Scientific and Qualitative Development in Acute Care Not available in 2010 6
Nursing
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GHMB906 Acute Care Nursing; Reflections on Practice Not available in 2010 6
GHMB923 Legal and Professional Issues Autumn 6
GHMB939 Alcohol and Other Drug Studies Autumn 6
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GHMB956 Policy and Practice in the Care of Older People Spring 6
School of Health Sciences Subjects
SHS 931 Public Health Communication and Data Skills Autumn or Spring 6
SHS 933 Social Foundations of Public Health Autumn 6
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�Ophthalmology Major
Students complete 24 credit points from the table below.
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GHMB928 Introduction to Ophthalmic Nursing Spring 6
GHMB929 Developing Ophthalmic Nursing Practice Spring 6
plus a further 6 credit points from the Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health subjects listed below

CHIP913 Social Marketing Practice* Spring 6
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CHIP918 Critical Appraisal Autumn 6
CHIP919 Evaluative Research Methodology Autumn 6
Nursing
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GHMB954 Studies in Alcohol and Other Drugs Autumn 6
Law
GHMB959 Facilitating Innovation and Change: Tools for Practice Autumn or Spring 6
Development
* Students in CHIP913 select either a Research Proposal stream OR an off-campus clinical placement.
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�Sexual Health Major
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GHMB918 Introduction to Sexual Health Nursing Spring 6

GHMB919 Developing Sexual Health Nursing Practice Spring 6
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Nursing
Creative Arts

Education

Development
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�Infection Control Major

GHMB901 Infection Control Nursing Spring 12
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Informatics
Nursing
Law

Development
Science
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�Hand Management, Therapy and Rehabilitation Major
Arts
GHMB948 Hand Management, Therapy and Rehabilitation Spring 6
GHMB949 Developing Hand Nursing Practice Spring 6
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Nursing
Creative Arts

Education
Development
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Further Information
Ms Joanne Joyce
+61 2 4221 3468

[email protected]
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Ms Angela Brown
Head of School
Nursing, Midwifery & Indigenous Health
+61 2 4221 3339
[email protected]
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Graduate Certificate in Practice Nursing
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Practice Nursing
Abbreviation: GCertPractNurs
Delivery Mode: On campus (Combination of Face-to-face and Flexible) Law

CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
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This course is aimed at registered nurses working within general practice. It aims to inform the course participants of
the sociological, economic and political aspects of general practice, as well as foster best practice principles in relation to
clinical nursing practice within the general practice context.
This course has a strong emphasis on clinical skill development and decision-making within general practice. The
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development of this course has been in association with divisions of general practice and practice nurses both nationally
and internationally.
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Applicants must be a registered nurse within Australia; preferably currently employed as a practice nurse; however,
registered nurses who are not currently employed as a practice nurse may enrol upon advice from the Course
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Coordinator.
reading and writing, speaking and listening. They must also be a registered nurse in Australia, or have acquired temporary
nurse’s registration in Australia.
Course Requirements
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The candidate is required to undertake 24 credit points to successfully complete the Graduate Certificate in Practice
Nursing.
Subject Code Subject Name Session Credit
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GHMB938 Practice Nursing Annual 6

GHMB937 Context of General Practice Autumn 6
GHMB950 Reflective Practice 1 Autumn 6
GHMB902 Effective Management in Health Spring 6
Further Information
Education
Ms Joanne Joyce
+61 2 4221 3468
[email protected]
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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Social Marketing for Health
Abbreviation: GCertSocMarkHlth

Delivery Mode: Flexible, Distance
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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
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This course provides all the skills needed by students wanting to pursue a career in social marketing in a health related
agency, or to pursue social marketing interventions as a practical way to approach a health problem. The core subjects
provide grounding in the key skills needed in the process of planning, implementing and evaluating social marketing
programs in public health; understanding health behaviour change theories in order to design a theoretically sound
program to effect behaviour change; understanding the impact of mass media on health and social behaviour; and
identifying issues or problems in public health and devising a strategy or resource to address them.
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The course fosters excellence in teaching and learning by undertaking an innovative approach to student scholarship, with
academics, other government, non-government and not-for-profit organisations and student participation contributing to
the creation of a student-friendly course that has been designed to be responsive to the individual student’s need, as well
as the needs of the relevant organisations who demonstrate a growing interest in the use of social marketing to approach
public health problems, and to encourage collaboration and active participation in the learning experiences.
This course is suitable for students preparing to undertake higher degree research studies as well as those wishing to
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develop fundamental research skills for professional practice.

A Bachelor degree of at least three years duration from a recognised tertiary institution, or equivalent (including work
experience deemed equivalent).
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Course Requirements
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The Graduate Certificate in Social Marketing for Health requires the successful completion of 24 credit points of subjects

GHMD930 Mass Media and Population Health Autumn 6
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Further Information
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Professor Sandra Jones
Course Coordinator
+61 2 4221 4209
[email protected]
Doctor of Psychology (Clinical)
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Testamur Title of Degree: Doctor of Psychology (Clinical)
Abbreviation: DPsyc (Clin)
Duration 3.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Education
Overview
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The Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles
governing psychological assessment and therapy and the clinical skills required to assess and treat a wide variety of
psychological disorders in children, adolescents and adults. This course equips students with advanced skills and knowledge
relevant to the practice of clinical psychology. The course also includes advanced training in the design, execution, and
writing up of a research project that focuses on an issue that is relevant to clinical psychology theory or practice. Teaching

methods include mandatory face to face classes, an occasional week-end workshop, and supervised clinical practicum at
the University Clinic and at external placements.
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The program equips postgraduates with clinical and research knowledge, and skills superior to those acquired at the
professional Masters level. The research component of the program is principally focused on applied clinical psychology
research leading to a doctoral level research thesis.

Places in this course are limited and will be based on academic merit and personal suitability.
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Candidates must have a superior honours degree in Psychology of at least four years duration of Class II, Division 1
standard or higher. Direct entry is very competitive and successful applicants will typically also be recipients of a higher
degree research scholarship. Selection for entry is based on academic record, a research proposal, two referee’s reports,
relevant practical experience and a personal statement. Short-listed candidates are also subject to a selection interview.
Candidates in the MPsyc (Clin) may apply to transfer to this course at the completion of year 1. For entry details consult
www.uow.edu.au/health/psyc.
International students must demonstrate that they have achieved an IELTS score of 7.0 overall, with at least 7.0 in
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all bands of reading and writing, speaking and listening. In addition, international applicants must have a degree in
psychology that is equivalent to an Australian 4-year sequence of psychology. International applicants must have their
qualifications assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) for equivalence and provide this evidence in their
application (see: www.psychology.org.au/membership/qualifications/).
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Infectious Diseases in the Additional Information section.
Course Requirements
In addition to coursework and practicum requirements, candidates will be required to successfully complete a supervised
research program on a topic that is consistent with key research interests of the School of Psychology and the Illawarra
Institute of Mental Health.
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Course Program
GHMC951 Child and Adult Assessment and Psychopathology Autumn 8

GHMC953 Neuropsychology and Neuropsychiatric Disorders Spring 8
GHMC955 Health and Wellbeing Autumn 8
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GHMC956 Special Groups and Methods Spring 8

GHMC920 Psychotherapy of Personality Disorders Autumn 4
GHMC921 Clinical Supervision and Practice Spring 4
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This program is accredited by the NSW Psychologists Registration Board for registration as a psychologist and by
the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) at the 5th, 6th and 7th year level, and by the Australian
Psychological Society’s College of Clinical Psychologists for full membership.
Further Information
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For further information visit our website: www.uow.edu.au/health/psyc/pgcourses.
Master of Psychology (Clinical)

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Psychology (Clinical)
Abbreviation: MPsyc(Clin)
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Starting Session: Autumn
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Overview
The Master of Psychology (Clinical) is a fully accredited professional 5th and 6th year of study for the purpose of full
registration as a psychologist. Completion of the course also meets the training requirements for associate membership of
the College of Clinical Psychologists of the Australian Psychological Society.

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This program provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles governing psychological assessment and therapy.
It equips students with the clinical knowledge and skills required to assess and treat a wide variety of psychological
disorders in children, adolescents and adults. Teaching methods include mandatory face to face classes, an occasional
week-end workshop and supervised clinical practicum at the University Clinic and at external placements. The program
involves four sessions of full-time study or their part-time equivalent.

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Candidates must have a 4 year Honours degree in Psychology of at least Class II Division 1, or equivalent, from a
recognised university. Applicants with a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology are eligible to apply but students are
encouraged to pursue an honours degree option if that is available to them.
Selection for entry is based on academic record, two referee’s reports, relevant practical experience and a personal
statement. Short-listed candidates are also subject to a selection interview.
Places in this course are limited. Entry is competitive and is based on academic merit and personal suitability.
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International students must demonstrate that they have achieved an overall IELTS score of 7.0, with at least 7.0 in
all bands of reading and writing, speaking and listening. In addition, international applicants must have a degree in
psychology that is equivalent to an Australian 4-year sequence of psychology. International applicants must have their
qualifications assessed by the Australian Psychological Society (APS) for equivalence and provide this evidence in their
application (see: www.psychology.org.au/membership/qualifications).
Students should also consult the information on Criminal Records Checks, Prohibited Employment Declaration and
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Course Program
GHMC951 Child and Adult Assessment and Psychopathology Autumn 8
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GHMC955 Health and Wellbeing Autumn 8

PSYP901 Research Project A Part 1 Autumn 8
PSYP903 Research Project B Part 1 Autumn 16
GHMC953 Neuropsychology & Neuropsychiatric Disorders Spring 8

GHMC956 Special Groups and Methods Spring 8
PSYP902 Research Project A Part 2 Spring 8
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PSYP904 Research Project B Part 2 Spring 16
This program is accredited by the NSW Registration Board for registration as a psychologist, by the Australian
Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) at 5th and 6th year level, and by the APS College of Clinical Psychologists for
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associate membership.

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The Master of Psychology (Clinical) has been approved by DEEWR as an eligible Masters program for Student Income
Support.
information.
Other Information
High performing students may apply to transfer from the Master of Psychology (Clinical) to the Doctor of Psychology
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(Clinical) or Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology) after completion of one year of study. For details concerning
eligibility criteria and approval process, contact the Director of Clinical Training.
Further Information
A/Prof Craig Gonsalvez
Director of Clinical Training
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[email protected]
Master of Science (Psychology)

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science (Psychology)

Abbreviation: MSc(Psyc)
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Home Faculty Health and Behavioural Sciences
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Overview
This program is available to applicants with a major study in Psychology. Because the APS reserves the name ‘Masters’
for 5th and 6th year courses, this course is not accredited by the Australian Psychological Society. It is thus not suitable
for Australian students who intend to proceed further with APS accredited professional training. The program structure Law
allows international students to tailor their studies to suit the requirements of the profession in their own countries.

A Bachelors degree of at least three years duration with a major in Psychology from a recognised tertiary institution
(or equivalent) is required for entry. Entry to the course is competitive and is based on academic qualifications. For the
purposes of entry we use the average of the marks from all subjects in the student’s accredited psychology major.
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International students are required to have achieved an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with at least 6.0 in all bands reading,
Course Requirements
The Master of Science (Psychology) requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of subjects in accordance with
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the table below.

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GHMC979 Major Research Project Annual 18
GHMC985 Principles and Practices of Psychological Assessment Annual 6
GHMC988 Contemporary Issues for Professional and Research Psychologists Autumn 6

GHMC989 Advanced Abnormal Psychology Spring 6
Plus two electives chosen from the following:
GHMB932 Principles and Practices of Psychosocial Rehabilitation Autumn 6
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GHMC978 Child and Adolescent Psychology Autumn 6
GHMD983 Statistics in Health Research Autumn 6
GHMC984 Social Psychology and Health Spring 6
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Further Information
Dr Amy Chan
4th Year Psychology Coordinator
+61 2 4221 4468
amy_chan @uow.edu.au
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Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology

Testamur Title of Degree: Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology
Abbreviation: PGradDipPsych
Education

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Overview
The Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology is a fourth year of study, accredited by the Australian Psychological Society, for
graduates with a major in Psychology. It is an alternative to the Honours degree.
It is a partial qualification for registration as a Psychologist with the Psychologists Registration Board of New South
Wales – a post diploma period of supervision also being required.
The Postgraduate Diploma is not intended as a route to PhD studies but it can serve as a 4th year preparatory to further
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postgraduate coursework degrees (such as the Clinical Masters degree) at Wollongong and similar postgraduate courses
in other universities. However, applicants should check with individual university departments on this matter before
committing themselves to the course of study.

Eligibility for entry to the Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology program depends on the successful completion of a
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Bachelor degree from the University of Wollongong with a major in Psychology, or an equivalent qualification from
another tertiary institution approved by the Council of the University of Wollongong and accredited by the Australian
Psychological Society.
Entry to the Postgraduate Diploma is competitive and is based on academic qualifications. For the purposes of entry
to the program we use the best 48 credit points from successfully completed 200- and 300- level Psychology subjects
excluding PSYC216 Psychology of Physical Activity. For non-Wollongong graduates, we use the average of the marks
from all subjects in the student’s accredited psychology major.
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International students are required to have achieved an overall IELTS score of 6.5, with at least 6.0 in all bands in reading,
Course Requirements
The Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology requires the successful completion of 48 credit points of subjects in accordance
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The diploma requires two sessions of full-time study or four sessions of part-time study. Candidature beyond four sessions
of part-time study will not be permitted.
GHMC979 Major Research Project Annual 18
GHMC985 Principles and Practices of Psychological Assessment Annual 6
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GHMC978 Child and Adolescent Psychology Autumn 6

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GHMC988 Contemporary Issues for Professional and Research Psychologists Autumn 6

GHMC984 Social Psychology and Health Spring 6
GHMC989 Advanced Abnormal Psychology Spring 6

This degree is structured to meet the requirements of external bodies such as the APS and the NSW Registration Board.
For information about these professional bodies, their regulations, and about post university practice as a Psychologist,
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please contact these bodies directly.
Further Information
Dr Amy Chan
4th Year Psychology Coordinator
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+61 2 4221 4468
[email protected]
Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Psychological Practice

Testamur Title of Degree: Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Psychological Practice
Abbreviation: PCertProPsycPrac
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Duration:
Total Credit Points:
Delivery Mode:
Starting Session(s): No intake for 2010
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CRICOS Code: N/A
The Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Psychological Practice has been suspended for 2010 and there is no intake
of new students into this course. Current students should refer to the Course Handbook for the year in which they
commenced their degree for details on the course requirements.
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SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS CHIP912 Advanced Studies in
Behaviour Change
CHBC918 Critical Appraisal Spring Wollongong Distance
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Autumn Wollongong Flexible Spring Wollongong Flexible

Autumn Wollongong Distance Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: Relevant Undergraduate Degree Co-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject identifies and
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Subject Description: This subject is developed to examines appropriate theories in the planning of health
teach students the skill of critical appraisal (assessment education and promotion programmes. It distinguishes
of methodological quality). It focuses on a variety of between theories at the individual level and those at the
research methods including randomised controlled group or community levels. This subject demonstrates
trials, cohort studies, case-control studies, cross sectional how to identify and choose intervention methods from
surveys and case reports. It teaches critical appraisal theory and the literature to effect behaviour change. It
skills for appraising qualitative research that reports on presents ideas on how to translate these methods into
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documentary accounts of events, passive observation, strategies to deliver programmes that create behaviour
participant observation, in-depth interviews and focus change at the different levels. It identifies how to measure
groups. It explores how to appraise the use of statistics behaviour before and after intervention and how to
and determine the validity of diagnostic or screening evaluate programmes designed to effect behaviour change
tests. It also explains how to evaluate systematic
reviews and meta-analysis of published research. CHIP913 Social Marketing Practice
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CHBC919 Evaluative Research Methodology Credit Points: 6

Spring Wollongong Flexible Pre-requisites: CHIP911, GHMD930
Spring Wollongong Distance Co-requisites: CHIP912
Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: This subject provides students
Pre-requisites: Relevant Undergraduate Degree with practical experience to research in a health related
Co-requisites: None workplace that engages in social marketing strategies
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Subject Description: This subject provides an for health promotion. Students identify and critically
introduction to the origin and purpose of evaluative evaluate one of the social marketing programmes
research, including the importance of evaluative adopted by that agency. Students collect all the
research in influencing policy development and decision relevant data and policy documents to examine the
making. It then provides an overview of the range of process of planning, implementing and evaluating that
programme. Students are expected to critically analyse
qualitative and quantitative data collection methods

which can be used for evaluative research, and how the programme in order to identify the successes and
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to determine the most appropriate methods for each failures of the strategies used and present alternatives or
program. The subject includes all aspects of evaluative additional material to be used within that programme.
research, from formative to summative, and discusses
the different approaches that have historically been CHIP915 Essential Skills for
taken in evaluative research. The subject also provides Health Researchers
practical experience in data collection, analysis and Autumn Wollongong Flexible
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reporting for the purposes of program evaluation. Autumn Wollongong Distance

Credit Points: 6
CHIP911 Social Marketing for Health Pre-requisites: None
Autumn Wollongong Flexible Co-requisites: None
Autumn Wollongong Distance Subject Description: This subject focuses on
Credit Points: 6 specific research skills that are essential for students
Pre-requisites: None to be competent and successful in their HDR, and
Co-requisites: None ultimately independent researchers. The specific skills
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Subject Description: This subject defines and examines that are addressed include: 1. effective strategies for
the principles of social marketing and its context within delineation of an important researchable question; 2.
health. It investigates social marketing strategies and identifying the strengths and limitations of various
examines specific case studies in public health. Students experimental, quasi-experimental and qualitative designs;
study the ethics of social marketing. This subject presents 3.formulating questions, conducting, and analysing
an overview of the principles and models/theories of semi-structured interviews; 4. defining the study sample
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behaviour change. It examines the role of planning and determining the required sample size for survey
and research in social marketing strategies and presents research; 5. conducting and analysing survey research;
ways of implementing them. It examines methods to 6. planning and writing up a research proposal 7.
assess the summative evaluation of social marketing identifying and addressing ethical issues, and preparation
programs and evaluates program’s successes and failures. of an ethics application; 8. interpreting study findings
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within the context of the existing knowledge base.

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DIET950 Dietetics 1
Credit Points: 8
Pre-requisites: GHMA931 & GHMA932 &

GHMA930 OR SHS 951 & SHS 952 & SHS &GHMA935 OR GHMA929 & GHMA934 &
953 OR BMS 310 & BMS 311 & BMS 312 GHMA935 OR DIET950 & DIET952 & GHMA956
OR SHS 351 & SHS 352 & SHS 353 OR DIET950 & DIET952 & GHMA929
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Exclusions: BND434 or DIET450 or GHMA934 Exclusions: BND 437 or DIET454
Subject Description: Dietetics concerns the Subject Description: This subject comprises a practicum
manipulation of food and dietary data with the aim of at least 18 weeks duration which is spent in hospitals,
of supporting nutritional health. This subject focuses community health centres, and other food-related
attention on the nutritional needs of individuals, in organisations. Students will be under the supervision of
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clinical and community health settings, where nutritional experienced practitioners appropriate to the placement
intervention will improve or support the quality of life. requirements. This placement is designed to develop
This subject will draw upon much of your undergraduate the student’s skills and competencies in a range of areas
and postgraduate studies. In particular you should revise including specialised therapeutic diets and the provision
your understanding of nutrition through the life cycle, of community nutrition programs. It also provides the
human physiology and metabolic biochemistry. students with opportunities to rehearse and demonstrate
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both interviewing and counselling skills, as well as
DIET951 Dietetics 2 information and behaviours required to allow the Dietitian
Autumn Wollongong On Campus to operate as an independent professional. Awareness of,
Credit Points: 8 and behaviours consistent with the knowledge of ethics
Pre-requisites: GHMA934 or DIET950 requirements, confidentiality, accountability and other
or BND 434 or DIET450 responsibilities of the autonomous professional operating
Co-requisites: DIET952 either independently or as a member of a multidisciplinary
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Exclusions: DIET451 team should be demonstrated by the student.
Subject Description: Building on the clinical
nutrition skills and knowledge developed in Dietetics DIET955 Research Project in
1,this subject examines more specialist clinical areas of Nutrition and Dietetics
dietetic practice (including gastroenterology, oncology, Spring Wollongong On Campus
HIV/AIDS, renal disease, intensive care, coeliac Credit Points: 16
disease, liver disease, dysphagia, total parenteral and
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Pre-requisites: GHMA932 or SHS 952
enteral nutrition, pulmonary disease and paediatrics). Co-requisites: None
In addition, the topics of community dietetic Exclusions: BND 445 or DIET455
practice, and dietetics service management issues Subject Description: This research project is designed
in the public and private sectors are examined. to give the Masters students an intensive period of
study in the design and conduct of scientific research.

DIET952 Communication in The project (which may include clinical practice, public
Healthcare Practice health, food service or other aspects of nutrition and
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Autumn Wollongong On Campus dietetics) will be carried out under the close guidance
Credit Points: 8 of a supervisor - usually an academic in the School
Pre-requisites: None of Health Sciences - however field supervisors in the
Co-requisites: GHMA934 or BND health system may also assist. Students will normally
434 or DIET 950 or DIET450 begin preparation for their project while undertaking
Exclusions: BND 433, GHMA929, DIET452, SHS 952 and may need to begin preparation before
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Subject Description: The subject will introduce you the start of session to seek ethics approval
to the theory and practice of communication in the
professional work environment, emphasising successful DIET956 Food Service and Dietetics
communication in a range of contexts. These include Management
client counselling, small group education, community Autumn Wollongong On Campus
consultation, participation in meetings, working with Credit Points: 8
the media and conflict resolution. In order to promote Pre-requisites: GHMA930 or BMS310 or SHS 953 or Law
teamwork and group skills, the subject is taught on a small SHS 353 or GHMA931 or BMS311 or SHS 951 or SHS
group basis, and you should prepare for each activity. In 351 or GHMA932 or BMS312 or SHS 952 or SHS 352
order to promote an understanding of how people learn in Co-requisites: None
small groups, you are asked to keep a reflective journal and Exclusions: BND435 or DIET456 or GHMA935
to critique the process at the completion of the subject. Subject Description: The subject is an introduction
to the management of food service operations and
DIET954 Practical Studies in
Science
hospital dietetic departments. It will focus on the

Nutrition and Dietetics development of small and large scale cooking skills,
Annual Wollongong On Campus menu planning and standard recipe manipulation in
Autumn Wollongong On Campus keeping with dietetic modifications. It will also develop
Spring Wollongong On Campus the necessary skills and knowledge base to assist in and/
Spring2010/ or manage the provision of meals via an institutional
Sydney Business
Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus food service. Aspects of organisational design, leadership,

School
Credit Points: 24 motivation, negotiation, resource management,

Pre-requisites: GHMA933 &GHMA934 decision making and power will be explored.

DIET957 Major Project Pre-requisites: EXSC320 and EXSC920
Spring Wollongong On Campus plus 140 hours of ‘healthy placement’.
Arts
Pre-requisites: BMS 312 OR SHS 352 (Greater Subject Description: This subject provides students
than 65%) or GHMA 932 OR SHS 952 with a structured clinical placement program designed
Co-requisites: None to meet the requirements for Exercise Physiology
Subject Description: The subject will introduce students accreditation with the Australian Association for Exercise
to specific areas of research practice in the field of nutrition and Sports Science (AAESS). Clinical placement aims
and dietetics. Topics will be negotiated based on the to expose students to the reality of professional practice,
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current research activities of the metabolic research centre including the application of knowledge, skills and
and its associates. A group or individual research project is competencies, as well as developing an understanding
designed to give students an intensive one session research of confidentiality, emergency protocols, health policies,
experience under the guidance of an academic supervisor ethical and legal boundaries. Students will be assessed
on their professional practice by both their placement
DIET958 Advanced Dietetic Practice supervisor and subject coordinator, and will undertake
Creative Arts
Annual Wollongong On Campus assessment within the subject to further develop their
Autumn Wollongong On Campus professional skills in written communication, critical
Spring Wollongong On Campus research and evaluation and programming procedures.
Credit Points: 6 Students will be allocated to their placement based
Pre-requisites: None on suitability criteria. Compliance with the required
Co-requisites: None placement documentation and processes is necessary to
Subject Description: This subject offers students the undertake placement and to satisfactorily pass the subject.
Education
opportunity to complete a specialised project related to

an area of their dietetic practice (eg a specialist clinical GHMA929 Exercise Psychology and
areas such as pediatrics, renal or sports nutrition; or Dietary Counselling
community or foodservice practice). Students will Autumn Wollongong On Campus
undertake either an externally provided short course Credit Points: 8
in a specialty area of practice with a minimum of 15 Pre-requisites: None
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hours face-to-face teaching (approved by the course Co-requisites: GHMA934 or BND434

coordinator) - for example courses provided by Special Exclusions: GHMA933 OR BND433 OR PSYC216
Interest Groups of DAA - or undertake a guided program Subject Description: The subject will combine an
of specialist reading. Building on the knowledge gained understanding of the central features of sports psychology
and by adopting a critical and reflective approach to their with basic skills in dietary counselling and small group
work, students will then analyse a problem and develop education in the context of diet and exercise. Students
a plan to improve or advance an aspect of their current will study personality and situational factors influencing
participation in sport, and cognitive and behavioural
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professional practice. The final report will be presented

in the format of an article suitable for publication or a influences on the promotion of healthy lifestyles. They will
business plan or proposal for a new service or clinical counsel individuals in dietary change and develop skills
practice guideline for use in the health care system. in medical documentation and small group education.
EXSC920 Clinical Exercise Physiology GHMB901 Infection Control Nursing

Autumn Wollongong On Campus Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Informatics

Pre-requisites: BMS 203 and BMS 342 and Pre-requisites: None
BMS 346 and EXSC320 OR SHS 220 and Co-requisites: None
SHS 321 and SHS 320 and EXSC320 Subject Description: This subject aims to develop or
Co-requisites: None enhance the nurse’ knowledge of fundamental principles
Subject Description: This subject will provide of infection prevention and control and their practical
students with the conceptual knowledge, professional application. This will be achieved through the study of
Law
competencies and skills to independently and effectively theory and history of infection control nursing, health
manage exercise rehabilitation clientele. Students will care associated and community infections, development
develop a strong understanding of musculoskeletal injury; of policies and procedures, staff health and vaccine
cardiorespiratory disease; neurological and neuromuscular preventable disease, pharmacology, antibiotic use
impairment; and other chronic and complex conditions. and resistance, antiseptics and disinfectants, cleaning,
Furthermore, students will be expected to integrate disinfection and sterilisation, health promotion and
Science
pathology-specific knowledge to develop appropriate education, basic epidemiological principles, public health
exercise interventions within a clinically relevant time- and outbreak management, environmental issues, related
frame. The development of competencies and knowledge legislation and clinical governance. Observational visits
in dealing with multi-pathology cases is essential for the to relevant facilities will be included as appropriate.
practicing Exercise Physiologist. Thus, this subject will
enable students to develop a strong ethical and professional GHMB902 Effective Management in Health
Sydney Business
standard to ensure best practice in a clinical setting. Autumn Wollongong Flexible

School

EXSC921 Clinical Practicum Credit Points: 6

Subject Description: This subject will prepare students GHMB911 Midwifery Practice 1
for the diverse and complex health care environments, in Autumn Wollongong On Campus
which they will conduct their professional practice. Each Credit Points: 4
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topic is designed to increase the learners understanding and Pre-requisites: GHMB916 (Part-time students)
knowledge of oneself through; self awareness, reflection Co-requisites: GHMB914 (Full-time
and self evaluation. In order to practise effectively, nurses students), GHMB916 (Full-time students),
need to be self aware, open-minded and reflective, and GHMB950 (Full-time students)
to have developed an understanding of esoteric concepts Subject Description: This subject is the first of
such as knowing oneself and being responsible for others. three subjects that allows the student to acquire the
Commerce
The course will address each of these concepts from necessary clinical experiences as designated by the
both theoretical and pragmatic perspectives. Nurses also NMB NSW. Midwifery Practice 1 is designed to
need to understand the nature and culture of the health introduce the student to the provision of care of the
care organizations, in which they will generally practice. woman and her family throughout pregnancy, birth
Diverse health care delivery systems will therefore and the postnatal period. Special emphasis is on the
be analysed and explored. Management requires an well woman, pregnancy, fetus, birth, postnatal period
Creative Arts
understanding of processes, systems and relationships. and the neonate. Potential complications during
The Australian health care system will be contextualized childbearing and management of high-risk women are
from a global perspective. Therefore the Australian health examined. There will be an emphasis on evidence-based
care system is compared and contrasted with other health practice, critical appraisal and professional issues for
care systems. Contemporary concepts of management, midwives. The practical application of different models
in health care organizations, are analysed, explored and of care is also explored. Clinical practice will consist
discussed in terms of their unique cultures and climates. of the experiences suggested by the NMB NSW.
Education
GHMB903 Scientific and Qualitative GHMB912 Midwifery Practice 2
Developments in Acute Spring Wollongong On Campus
Care Nursing Credit Points: 4
Not on offer in 2010 Pre-requisites: GHMB911, GHMB914 (full-
Credit Points: 6 time students), GHMB916, GHMB950
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Pre-requisites: None Co-requisites: GHMB915, GHMB917,
Co-requisites: None GHMB923 (full-time students)
Subject Description: Investigates technological, Subject Description: This subject is the second of three
biological, psychological and sociological developments subjects that allows the student to acquire the necessary
that have created an impact in acute care nursing in clinical experiences as designated by the NMB NSW. The
recent times. Insights into specific technology and student progresses along a continuum, developing and

pharmacology used for diagnostic or therapeutic consolidating skills and knowledge in the provision of care
of the woman and her family learnt in the clinical context.
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purposes by nurses and the Health team will be
targeted, including their characteristics, uses and
efficacies within an holistic nursing care framework. GHMB913 Midwifery Practice 3
Summer 2010/2011 Wollongong On Campus
GHMB905 Special Topic in Nursing Credit Points: 4
Not on offer in 2010 Pre-requisites: GHMB911, GHMB912,
Credit Points: 12 GHMB914, GHMB915, GHMB916,
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Pre-requisites: None GHMB917, GHMB923, GHMB950
Subject Description: This is a combined Subject Description: This subject is the third
program of research and coursework leading to of three subjects that allows the student to acquire
the completion of a minor project. Students will the necessary clinical experiences as designated by
be expected to work closely with a supervisor the Nurses and Midwives Board New South Wales.
on a project where a common interest exists. Midwifery Practice 3 is designed for the student to Law
continue, and finally complete, the provision of care
GHMB906 Acute Care Nursing: of the woman and her family and to build on skills
Reflections on Practice acquired whilst undertaking Midwifery Practice 1 & 2.
Credit Points: 6 GHMB914 Art and Science of Midwifery 1
Credit Points: 6
Science
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Focuses on relevant theories, Pre-requisites: GHMB916 (Part-time students)
themes and issues that have a practical bearing upon acute Co-requisites: GHMB911, GHMB916, GHMB950
care nursing, and on models of acute care nursing that Subject Description: This subject is designed to be
address evidence based practice. Practical aspects include taken in conjunction with the clinical subject, GHMB911
pathophysiology of the Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Midwifery Practice 1. The subject provides the theoretical
Sydney Business
Nervous and Alimentary systems and Acid Base balance; framework to enable student midwives to function safely
School
and Introduction to Electrocardiograph Interpretation. while providing ‘woman centred care’ to each individual
woman, her baby and family throughout pregnancy, birth
and the postnatal period. Midwifery management of the
well ‘woman’ throughout the childbearing continuum

and healthy baby will be emphasised. An ability to review GHMB917 Midwifery in the Social Context
literature is an essential component of this subject. Spring Wollongong On Campus
Students are expected to demonstrate higher order Credit Points: 6
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thinking in the application of knowledge to practice. Pre-requisites: None

Critical analysis will be based on evidence and include Co-requisites: None
active reflection on clinical experiences. Students are Subject Description: This subject will provide the
expected to facilitate their own learning by utilising the student with an in depth knowledge of theory and
Library Database Workshops and the IT services available research, on psychological, sociological and cultural
at the University. Students are expected to achieve a influences throughout the period of pregnancy, childbirth,
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high level of learning that is evidenced by the quality and parenting. Evidenced based research, and knowledge
of analysis, synthesis and evaluation of evidence based of national guidelines and community resources are
research and its application to midwifery practice. utilised to equip the student to assist the contemporary
family throughout this transition to parenthood.
GHMB915 Art and Science of Midwifery 2 Students are challenged to explore their own values
Spring Wollongong On Campus and belief systems. They are encouraged to develop an
Creative Arts
Credit Points: 6 appreciation for cultural and social diversity and differing
Pre-requisites: GHMB911, GHMB914, perspectives they encounter in the clinical setting. This
GHMB916, GHMB950 subject enables the students to be advocates for woman
Co-requisites: GHMB912, GHMB917 centred choices and for fostering development of the
Subject Description: This subject is designed to be midwifery professional. The implication of the content
taken in conjunction with the clinical subject, GHMB912 of this subject is to reiterate the primary health care role
Midwifery Practice 2. GHMB915 Art and Science of of the midwife and the importance of cultural safety.
Education
Midwifery 2 has been designed for the student to build on

learning and understanding of the theoretical frameworks GHMB918 Introduction to Sexual
underpinning midwifery practice. This subject develops Health Nursing
the midwives understanding of midwifery care relating Autumn Wollongong Flexible
to complexities arising in pregnancy, labour, postnatal Credit Points: 6
and neonatal periods. An ability to review literature Pre-requisites: None
remains an integral component of this subject. Students
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Co-requisites: None
are expected to continue to facilitate their own learning Subject Description: This subject aims to prepare
by utilising the Library Database Workshops and the IT the nurse for a role in the Sexual Health environment.
services available at the University. They are expected to The subject aims to develop the nurse’s knowledge
demonstrate a high level of learning that is evidenced by and understanding of Population Health, Sexually
the quality of analysis, synthesis and evaluation of evidence Transmissible Infections, Blood Borne Viruses, Sexual
based research and its application to midwifery practice. History Taking and Legal and Professional issues from
Sciences
GHMB916 Human Reproduction a nursing perspective. The subject promotes a problem-

solving approach to Sexual Health nursing practice and
enables students to facilitate practice development.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None GHMB919 Developing Sexual Health
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject is designed to provide
Nursing Practice
Informatics
students with comprehensive knowledge of anatomy and Autumn Wollongong Flexible

physiology related to conception, pregnancy and birth. Credit Points: 6
The human body cell structure, genetic and teratogenic Pre-requisites: None
influences on conception, embryonic, fetal and neonatal Co-requisites: GHMB918
development are addressed. Maternal adaptation/responses Subject Description: This subject will enable students
to pregnancy and labour are addressed. Fetal adaptation to to develop practical skills and knowledge required in
extrauterine life and the physiology of the postnatal period the sexual health environment, utilising theory from
are included to enhance midwifery management in the Introduction to Sexual Health Nursing. The subject
Law
postnatal period. Technology used in assessment, diagnosis involves clinical placements within sexual health facilities
and intervention at all stages of the reproductive process where students will be able to observe and be supervised
will be explained in terms of scientific principles. The by clinical experts in the field. This subject is intended
subject acknowledges the importance of research; hence to prepare students for a role within the specialty.
emphasis is placed on current research applicable to human GHMB923 Legal and Professional Issues
reproduction. Students’ tutorial presentations also provide
Science

extra learning opportunities for the student to appreciate
Credit Points: 6
some of the broader issues in human reproduction. The
knowledge gained from this subject provides midwives
Co-requisites: None
with an important component of a scientific knowledge
Subject Description: This subject is designed to assist
base from which to plan and provide midwifery care. This
students to deal with legal, ethical and professional issues
Sydney Business
is facilitated and enhanced by the inclusion of clinical

in relation to their area of clinical practice. Relevant
School
application of theory to practice wherever possible.

Australian legislation, appropriate case law, principles of
conflict management, and examples of ethical and moral
reasoning will be used to provide a framework for clinical
decision-making. Advances in scientific knowledge

and technology and demands on health care resources and practical strategies that can be used to facilitate
mean that health care professionals such as midwives change as well as strategies for assessing and enhancing
and nurses participate in decisions of legal, moral and motivation, and working with people’s needs and values.
Arts
professional significance. In order to be accountable to
their clients and their profession, health professionals need GHMB928 Introduction to
the opportunity to study legal, moral and professional Ophthalmic Nursing
issues so that they are capable of engaging in clinical Autumn Wollongong Flexible
decision-making processes which take into account the Credit Points: 6
inherent legal, ethical and professional concerns. This Pre-requisites: None
Commerce
subject is designed to assist students to think critically Co-requisites: None
and creatively. It draws on different ways of thinking and Subject Description: This subject aims to prepare
learning so that students can form connections between the nurse for a role in Ophthalmic environments.
insights, inspiration, logic and questions. It is built on the The subject aims to develop the nurse’s in-depth
assumption that effective learning occurs when student knowledge and understanding of Anatomy and
are interested in resolving an issue in their own mind. Physiology, Pathophysiology, Pharmacology, Disease and
Creative Arts
The subject design enables students to develop their Disorders of the eye, Theory of Ophthalmic Nursing
inquiry skills, develop their own criteria for criticism Practice, Health Promotion and relevant Legal and
of the hypotheses and answers they develop, synthesize Professional Issues. The subject promotes a problem-
complex information and conduct intellectual simulations solving approach to Ophthalmic nursing practice and
of their answers. In this way the subject provides a enables students to facilitate practice development.
real and relevant connection with clinical practice.
GHMB929 Developing Ophthalmic
GHMB925 Effective Leadership in Health
Education
Nursing Practice
Autumn Wollongong Flexible Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Spring Wollongong Flexible Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None Co-requisites: GHMB928
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject will require
Subject Description: This subject focuses on leadership
Engineering
students to gain mastery level of essential practical skills
that creates the climate in which people work together required to function as a specialist ophthalmic nurse,
to achieve successful outcomes from the challenges they utilising theoretical knowledge gained in Introduction
confront. Each topic is designed to increase the learners’ to Ophthalmic Nursing. The subject involves clinical
understanding and knowledge of the characteristics placements within ophthalmic centres where students
of effective leadership and the various organisational will be supervised and assessed by clinical experts.

environments in which leaders operate. Learners
will be exposed to various models of leadership and GHMB932 Principles and Practices of
Sciences
encouraged to explore their own antecedent leadership Psychosocial Rehabilitation
characteristics. Leadership requires an understanding of Autumn Wollongong Flexible
organisational culture, interpersonal relationships, processes Credit Points: 6
and systems. The Health Services environment presents Pre-requisites: None
unique leadership challenges which will be explored and Co-requisites: None
analysed. Specifically, the subject examines five practices Subject Description: This subject provides students
Informatics
of leadership identified by Kouses and Posner, namely: with a contemporary framework for understanding
model the way, inspire a shared vision; challenge the the rehabilitation and recovery process for people
process; enable others to act; and encourage the heart. with a mental illness. It provides students with a set of
knowledge and skills that can be applied in a range of
GHMB926 Coaching Skills for contexts including case management and psychosocial
Healthcare Leaders rehabilitation services in both government and non-
Autumn Wollongong Flexible government sectors located in metropolitan, rural and Law
Spring Wollongong Flexible remote areas. The subject examines theoretical and
Credit Points: 6 empirical issues associated with change enhancement,
Pre-requisites: None needs identification, collaborative goal setting, and
Co-requisites: None collaborative task setting and monitoring outcomes.
Subject Description: This subject focuses on concepts The skills component focuses on an understanding of
and skills that can be used to achieve solutions and results the relationship between the clinician and the consumer
Science
in the workplace and is particularly relevant for people (working alliance) and the process of recovery from
interested in professional, practice and organisational mental illness undertaken by an individual consumer.
development. It is divided into four modules: Coaching
skills for healthcare leaders provides an orientation GHMB933 Comprehensive Systems
to facilitating solution-focused, person-centred, goal- of Mental Health Care
oriented processes; Solution-focused, person-centred,
Sydney Business

goal-oriented processes enables participants to become Credit Points: 6
School
even more competent in facilitating learning, change, Pre-requisites: None

performance and human flourishing; Motivational Change Co-requisites: None
provides participants with a conceptual framework Subject Description: This subject provides an
overview of basic theoretical models used to explain

psychiatric disorder and presents a historical overview of the Australian health care system, general practice
of mental health services. It examines the impact of the models - both national and international, government
National Mental Health Strategy on the development incentive schemes, determinants of workload, care
Arts
of an integrated, comprehensive mental health service. coordination, collaborative work practices, professional
Students are provided with an understanding of boundaries, and patient information management.
each component of a community service network,
including the role and function of crisis intervention GHMB938 Practice Nursing
services, residential services, hospital based services, and Annual Wollongong Flexible
multidisciplinary mental health structures. The role of Spring2010/
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consumer and carer advocacy organisations is examined. Autumn2011 Wollongong Flexible

Credit Points: 6
GHMB934 Assessment and Diagnosis Pre-requisites: None
in Mental Health Co-requisites: None
Autumn Wollongong Flexible Subject Description: This subject will address the
Credit Points: 6 theoretical principles and the application of these, to
Creative Arts
Pre-requisites: None the clinical practice context of the practice nurse within
Co-requisites: None general practice. This subject will examine evidence based
Subject Description: This subject examines the practice in relation to nursing treatments and procedures,
importance of various approaches and methods of health promotion, and chronic disease self-management.
assessment, including the assessment interview, the This subject will also enable the student to undertake a
psychiatric history, symptom descriptions, functional critical analysis of their own clinical practice and develop
assessment and family assessment. The major strategies for professional development within their own
Education
classification systems of DSM-IV and ICD-10 are practice. This critical analysis will be based upon best
examined in relation to their utility in identifying, practice in relation to general practice nursing. Clinical
describing and communicating about mental illness. competence will also be monitored in partnership with
general practice and the School of Nursing, Midwifery
GHMB935 Case Management in and Indigenous Health, University of Wollongong.
Mental Health
GHMB939 Alcohol & Other Drug Studies
Engineering

Pre-requisites: None Autumn Wollongong Distance
Subject Description: The subject introduces candidates Pre-requisites: None
to the theory and practice of case management. It presents Co-requisites: None
an overview of interventions and treatment options for Exclusions: GHMB954

Subject Description: This subject will provide an
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people presenting with acute psychiatric disorders as

well as those requiring more intensive rehabilitation. understanding of the pharmacological, psychological
Principles and strategies for crisis intervention, including and sociological basis of alcohol and other drug (AOD)
pharmacological management and family and network use and dependence. It will focus on government,
interventions are examined in detail. The clinical approach intersectoral and community approaches to inform,
adopted is based on cognitive behavioural principles. minimise and treat the harm caused by the use
of alcohol and other drugs. Contemporary issues,
Informatics
GHMB936 Supervised Clinical Practice perspectives and approaches, which impact on both
Not on offer in 2010 national and global policies, will be explored.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None GHMB940 Indigenous Family Studies
Co-requisites: None Autumn Wollongong Distance
Subject Description: A range of clinical placement Credit Points: 6
opportunities are available within Mental Health Services. Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Law
However, before enrolling in this subject students must

negotiate details of their proposed placement with the Subject Description: This subject provides an
course coordinator and nominated clinical supervisor. overview of the societal and familial structures
Students must develop and submit an outline of the underpinning Indigenous peoples in Australia. There
program including a description of the nature of the is a focus on the links between family and health, the
clinical work, specific competencies to be developed, role of Indigenous women in particular, and other
relevant cultural, historical and social factors.
Science
and how the development of competencies will be

monitored and evaluated by the clinical supervisor.
GHMB941 Indigenous Health Patterns
GHMB937 Context of General Practice Spring Wollongong Distance
Sydney Business

School
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to

Subject Description: This subject will address the examine the relationships between mainstream/western
historical, political, economical and sociological context of approaches to health care provisions and Indigenous
general practice. This subject will also include the structure Australia approaches to health care provision.

GHMB942 Special Topic wound care and associated long term rehabilitation
Annual Wollongong Distance and health promotion. This subject promotes a
Autumn Wollongong Distance problem-solving approach to hand nursing practice and
Arts
Spring2010/ enables students to facilitate practice development.
Autumn2011 Wollongong Distance GHMB949 Developing Hand Nursing Practice
Credit Points: 12
Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject is designed for
Commerce
Co-requisites: GHMB948
students to develop a proposal for a research study
Subject Description: This subject will require
towards a Master Of Indigenous Health, and for non
students to gain mastery level of essential practical skills
research students wishing to complete a minor project
required to function as a specialist hand nurse, utilising
in a specific content area. The research students will be
theoretical knowledge gained in Hand Management,
supervised by a lecturer who has expertise in research
Therapy and Rehabilitation. The subject involves
and chosen the field of study. The techniques of study
Creative Arts
clinical placements within hand facilities where
will include library searches, an oral presentation of
students will be supervised by clinical experts.
the proposal, and a written proposal. For non-research
students the content will reflect the content area of GHMB950 Reflective Practice 1
the specified topic being studied under a supervisor. Autumn Wollongong Distance
The techniques of study will include library, an oral
presentation of the proposal, and a written minor project.
Education
GHMB943 Health and Human Ecology Spring Wollongong Distance
Autumn Wollongong Distance Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This Reflective Practice subject
Subject Description: This subject provides an develops (or enhances existing) personal conceptual
frameworks and skills of reflectivity applicable to
Engineering
overview of and an opportunity for discourse on
key factors to be considered in environment, health practice, to enable participants to ‘stand back’ from
and planning for urban, rural and remote Indigenous situations, to see the ‘whole of the moon’ rather than
communities. There is a focus on the requirements just ‘the crescent’. The subject promotes reflection
of public health policy and legislation. There is also a upon theory and research which underpins practice,
critical interrogation of the relationship between the to enable participants to identify potential areas for

environment and issues of public and community health. practice development and meaningful research.
Sciences
Issues such as research, environmental racism, health
settings, access to public health facilities and population
GHMB951 Reflective Practice 2
stresses will be examined in the light of their impact Autumn Wollongong Flexible
on allocation of health resources and service delivery. Spring Wollongong Flexible
Credit Points: 6
GHMB944 Community Resource Planning Pre-requisites: GHMB950
Spring Wollongong Distance Co-requisites: None
Informatics
Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: This subject will build on the
Pre-requisites: None objectives for GHMB950 (its pre-requisite) in that it
Co-requisites: None will enable students to further develop skills in writing
Subject Description: This subject will provide students literature reviews, as the rhetoric of literature searching
with an opportunity to identify, develop and evaluate and analysis. The particular focus of how these skills are
practical applications of health promotion in Indigenous utilised will be very much the domain of the student. He/
communities. The subject introduces the principles she will be able to decide whether they wish to develop
skills of: sustaining argument(s) through an extended piece
Law
and theory of health promotion within a primary
health care and community development framework. of written work; writing for publication; or, developing
Some of the principles that guide education for health an evidence base for planned innovation. There will also
and planning education sessions are also discussed. be an opportunity for students to consider skills related
to framing research questions and writing research
GHMB948 Hand Management, Therapy proposals from the basis of their reflections on practice.
Science
and Rehabilitation
GHMB953 Special Topic in Nursing
Subject Description: This subject aims to prepare Pre-requisites: GHMB950
Sydney Business
the nurse to manage patients who require hand Co-requisites: None

School
management, therapy and rehabilitation. It is anticipated Subject Description: This subject is designed for
that the graduates of this course will demonstrate students to develop a proposal for a research study
expertise and confidence to function and engage in towards a Master Of Nursing - Research, and for non
the management of hand injuries/trauma conditions, research students wishing to complete a minor project

in a specific content area. The research students will be presentation skills; computer and facilitation skills through
supervised by a lecturer who has expertise in research web-based discussions with colleagues. This subject
and chosen the field of study. The techniques of study provides an opportunity to apply theoretical concepts
Arts
will include library searches, an oral presentation of of rehabilitation in partnership with users, carers, multi-
the proposal, and a written proposal. For non-research disciplinary team colleagues, and the voluntary sector.
students the content will reflect the content area of
the specified topic being studied under a supervisor. GHMB958 Advancements in Dementia Care
GHMB954 Studies in Alcohol and Other Drugs Spring Wollongong Distance
Commerce

Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject is a core component
Exclusions: GHMB939 of the dementia care courses and will extend the
Subject Description: This subject will provide an knowledge and skills developed in the GHMB955
Creative Arts
understanding of the pharmacological, psychological and Dementia Across Care Setting in the program. This
sociological basis of drug use and drug dependence. It subject provides the opportunity to apply the theoretical
examines drug and alcohol use from a historical perspective concepts of dementia care in practice and focuses on
and explores the impact that so called ‘grand theories’ of the partnership with individuals, carers and health
drug use has had on contemporary attitudes to substance professional colleagues in the delivery of care for
use, on government policies and on treatment modalities persons experiencing dementia. The topics include:
promotion of healthy lifestyles; protection of rights
GHMB955 Dementia Care Across Settings
Education
and interests; culturally diverse communities; younger

Autumn Wollongong Distance people with dementia and rural and remote issues.
Credit Points: 6 GHMB959 Facilitating Innovation
Pre-requisites: None and Change: Tools for
Co-requisites: None Practice Development
Subject Description: The following will be the
Engineering

focus in this subject: workshop activities to develop Credit Points: 6
new clinical skills and influence attitudes about Pre-requisites: None
working with people with dementia and their Co-requisites: None
carers;development of advanced presentation skills Subject Description: The subject focuses on
through the poster assessment. The subject provides participatory teaching practices. Students will explore
the opportunities to challenge negative attitudes and concepts of engagement and collaboration, clinical
understanding about how situations, not individuals
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puzzling, future focused approaches to practice change,

with dementia, are the cause of the distress expressed. practice development, clinical evaluation and the
evolution of cultures of learning in clinical contexts
GHMB956 Policy and Practice in the
Care of Older People GHMB960 Facilitation and Education Skills
Autumn Wollongong Flexible for Practice Development
Autumn Wollongong Distance Not on offer in 2010
Informatics

Subject Description: The following will be the focus in Subject Description: This subject introduces students
this subject: sociological, political, and social policy theory to essential skills for facilitating education and practice
and concepts to understand ageing; academic work with development and the development of cultures of
a specific focus on those returning to studying after a learning in clinical practice settings. It offers students
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break. This focus will provide students with opportunities the opportunity to explore theoretical perspectives of
to develop relevant theoretical knowledge and academic learning, clinical teaching styles, characteristics of adult
skills compliments the other two core subjects on the learners and the development of cultures of learning.
Gerontology and Rehabilitation Studies course.
GHMB989 Mental Health Nursing: Clinical
GHMB957 Rehabilitation: Concepts Principles and Practice
and Practice
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Annual Wollongong Flexible

Spring Wollongong Flexible Spring2010/
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Co-requisites: None
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Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject will build Subject Description: Students will combine theoretical
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incrementally on general and topic specific knowledge underpinnings of mental health with a supervised clinical
skills developed during subjects taken in Autumn practice that will provide the opportunity to develop
Session. The specific focus will be: student led seminars and refine clinical skills and interventions for people
to develop in-depth clinical knowledge and enhance seriously affected by mental illness. Requirements for

the clinical practice component will be based on best GHMC921 Clinical Supervision and Practice
practice guidelines and students will utilise a reflective Spring Wollongong On Campus
model to identify areas of professional development. Spring2010/
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GHMB997 Major Project Credit Points: 4
Annual Wollongong On Campus Pre-requisites: None
Spring Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: This subject focuses on knowledge
Credit Points: 24 and skills required of an advanced professional. The clinical
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Pre-requisites: None supervision component will cover theories and models
Co-requisites: None of clinical supervision, and the rationale, procedures, and
Subject Description: This is a combined best-practice guidelines regarding formulating supervision
program of research and coursework leading to plans, conducting supervision, assessing supervisee
the completion of a major project. Students will performance and evaluating supervision programs. In
be expected to work closely with a supervisor addition to didactic teaching, skills training methods
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on a project where a common interest exists. (e.g., role-play, videotapes) will be used. This subject
will also include a 250-hour clinical practicum within
GHMB998 Minor Thesis an advanced professional or clinical supervision area.
Autumn Wollongong On Campus GHMC931 Clinical Neuropsychology
Education
Subject Description: This is a major component of Subject Description: This subject aims to
a combined coursework/thesis program in the Masters introduce students to neuroanatomy and theories
of Nursing undertaken by candidates enrolled in the of neuropsychological assessment and approaches
School of Nursing, Midwifery and Indigenous Health. to rehabilitation. The subject will deal with: basic
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A thesis must be submitted and assessed according brain anatomy; principles of neuropsychological
to the Course Rules for Masters’ Candidates. Thesis assessment; administration and interpretation
work is only commenced with the approval from the of neuropsychological tests; neuropsychological
coordinator of the subject and the Head of the School. report writing; neuropsychological disorders.
Students will be required to present a seminar on their
chosen thesis topic prior to completion of the thesis. GHMC943 Practicum 2A

Summer 2009/
GHMC914 Thesis Autumn 2010 Wollongong On Campus
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Annual Wollongong On Campus Spring Wollongong On Campus
Pre-requisites: None Pre-requisites: GHMC938 Practicum 1A
Subject Description: Thesis for the Doctor of Subject Description: The practicum is composed of
Psychology (Clinical). This subject, in conjunction with 300 hours of case-work from the Northfields Clinic
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Research Project A and Research Project C, comprises and/or external agencies providing psychological
the research component of the DPsych degree. services. The student might be required to attend
group and individual supervision sessions as well as
GHMC920 Psychotherapy of have assessment/therapy sessions taped for discussion
Personality Disorders and feedback. The placement may occur with agencies
Autumn Wollongong On Campus providing either child or adult services, however
Credit Points: 4 when considered together with GHMC942 and Law
Pre-requisites: None GHMC944, exposure to a wide range of clinical/
Co-requisites: None applied contexts (specified elsewhere) will be required.
Subject Description: This subject focuses on advanced
training in the treatment of personality disorders and GHMC944 Practicum 2B
complex cases. Classification, aetiology, and treatment Summer 2009/
models and methods will be addressed through workshops Autumn 2010 Wollongong On Campus
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and clinical presentations. Satisfactory completion of Annual Wollongong On Campus

a 250-hour supervised practicum training with clients Autumn Wollongong On Campus
in personality disorders or equivalent area is required Spring Wollongong On Campus
as part of this subject. The primary focus will be on Spring2010/
conducting evidence-based practice for enhancing a Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
client’s interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation,
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Credit Points: 4
and distress tolerance. Training will emphasise Pre-requisites: None
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developing skills to deal with therapeutic stalemates, Co-requisites: None

comorbid psychopathology, self-harm behaviours, Subject Description: The practicum is composed of
acute crises, and building effective therapy teams. 250 hours of case-work from Northfields clinic and/

or external agencies. The student might be required with mental disorders. The assessment and diagnosis
to attend group and individual supervision sessions components of the course will cover the main diagnostic
as well as have assessment/therapy sessions taped classificatory systems. Psychometric assessment methods,
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for discussion and feedback. The placement may that are relevant to understanding adults and children
occur with agencies providing either child or adult with psychiatric disorders characterised primarily
services, however when considered together with by depression and anxiety, will also be covered.
GHMC938, and GHMC943, exposure to a wide
range of clinical/applied contexts will be required. GHMC952 Principles of Psychotherapy
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GHMC946 Research Project A Autumn Wollongong On Campus

Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject provides students
Subject Description: Research Project A aims to with a set of research-based interventions, strategies
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equip students with a wide variety of research skills and skills for conducting psychological therapy
required for professional psychology. The content will for children and adults. The subject examines the
begin by covering the conceptual bases, aims, context, microskills of interviewing, goal setting, problem solving,
sampling, designs, methods of data collection, followed monitoring and reviewing, relationship enhancement,
by discussion of principles and procedures governing and selection of appropriate interventions depending
selection and implementation of data analyses. Ethical on client need. Satisfactory completion of 100 hours
issues in conducting research are reviewed. Students will of practical training with clients is required. Training
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develop skills to evaluate research critically and interpret methods include video feedback and direct observation
data. Students will develop and conduct a research project of clinical skills. The subject provides the principles of
in a relevant area of professional psychology and submit a empirically-based psychotherapy with children and
comprehensive literature review. Students completing the adults in individual, family and group therapy formats.
MPsych program will also complete Research Project B
and a project report in the format of a journal article. GHMC953 Neuropsychology &
Neuropsychiatric Disorders
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GHMC947 Research Project B Spring Wollongong On Campus

Credit Points: 16 Pre-requisites: GHMC951 or GHMC952
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject will equip students
Subject Description: Research Project B in combination with knowledge of the theoretical and practical issues
with Research Project A, aims to equip MPsych that impinge on the assessment of children and adults
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(Clinical) students with a wide variety of research skills who present with disorders, stemming from primary
required for professional psychology. The context will neurological pathology. This will be achieved through a
begin by covering the conceptual bases, aims, context, combination of lectures, workshop activities, independent
sampling, designs, methods of data collection, followed study, and 150 hours of supervised clinical practice
by discussion of principles and procedures governing at Northfields Clinic. The subject content related to
selection and implementation of data analyses. Ethical clinical neuropsychological assessment will include: the
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issues in conducting research are reviewed. Students main diagnostic and classificatory systems; principles of
will develop skills to evaluate research critically and psychometric assessment; the selection, administration
interpret data. Students will develop and conduct and interpretation of specific tests; and the development
a research project in a relevant area of professional of clinical formulations that can be used to guide
psychology and submit a comprehensive literature review treatment. Topics relating to psychopathological theory
and a project report in the form of a journal article will include basic neuroanatomy and neuropathology
GHMC951 Child and Adult Assessment and theoretical and clinical models of psychotic and
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behavioural disorders in children and adults.

and Psychopathology
Autumn Wollongong On Campus GHMC954 Cognitive Behavioural Therapies
Pre-requisites: None Spring2010/
Co-requisites: None Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
Subject Description: This course focuses on equipping
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Credit Points: 8
clinical psychology students with theoretical knowledge Pre-requisites: None
and practical skills relevant to the assessment and Co-requisites: None
formulation of mental disorders in adults and children. Subject Description: The subject aims to provide
This is achieved through a combination of lectures, students with knowledge of the principles, procedures,
workshop activities, independent study, and 50 hours applications, and research associated with psychotherapy
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of supervised clinical practice at Northfields Clinic. for children and adults for a wide range of psychological
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The clinical-theoretical part of the course will describe disorders. Students will also obtain practical skills
models of human cognitive processes such as memory training in the conduct of therapy. The focus will
and higher intellectual functioning and the ways in be on cognitive behavioural therapies. Apart from
which these functions may become disturbed in people lectures, training methods will include demonstration

of therapy, role-play sessions, use of videotapes, and a GHMC979 Major Research Project
minimum of 100 hours of clinical practicum within Annual Wollongong Flexible
the Northfields Clinic or other equivalent agency. Annual Wollongong On Campus
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Credit Points: 18
GHMC955 Health and Wellbeing Pre-requisites: None
Credit Points: 8 Subject Description: Students complete an empirical
Pre-requisites: None study on a research topic chosen from given areas of
Co-requisites: None staff expertise. Projects may be conducted in small
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Subject Description: This subject examines health groups, however, write-ups will be completed and
psychology, behavioural medicine, psychopharmacology assessed individually. Weekly research seminars consist
and rehabilitation models of intervention. Stress and of discussion of the research process, selecting a topic,
coping are examined within individuals, groups and and enhancing writing and oral presentation skills.
populations. Current evidence based practice of
psychopharmacology is also considered. Satisfactory GHMC981 Research Project C
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completion of 300 hours of practical training with Not on offer in 2010
clients is required as part of this subject. Focus will be Credit Points: 16
on applications where a clinical psychologist in practice Pre-requisites: GHMC946 Research Project A
may be active, including treating substance dependence, Co-requisites: None
chronic pain, cancer, cardiovascular disease, HIV/AIDS, Subject Description: Research Project C in
chronic and terminal illnesses, implementing behavioural combination with Research Project A, aims to equip
interventions for physical activity and dietary change, students with a wide variety of research skills required for
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positive psychology techniques and lifeskills coaching. professional psychology. The subject covers ethical issues
in research, the importance of conceptual and theoretical
GHMC956 Special Groups and Methods foundations in research, how to critically evaluate
Spring Wollongong On Campus research, establishing aims, sampling, design, methods
Spring2010/ of data collection, principles and procedures governing
Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus selection and implementation of data analyses. Students
Credit Points: 8
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will receive assistance in data entry, screening, and analysis
Pre-requisites: None using SPSS. Students will learn the stylistic requirements
Co-requisites: None of scientific writing for research publication. Research
Subject Description: While many of the skills Project A, C and the Major Thesis comprise the research
obtained in clinical training are ubiquitous, students component of the Doctor of Psychology (Clinical) degree.
need to consider the unique needs and considerations

of special needs groups and take this into account in GHMC982 Research Project D
their psychological practice. This subject introduces the Not on offer in 2010
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student to the application of psychological principles to Credit Points: 24
special needs groups and in special situations. In particular, Pre-requisites: None
the subject will address needs as they relate to working Co-requisites: None
with people with developmental disabilities, working Subject Description: This subject focuses on
in forensic environments and relevant sociocultural advancement of research skills particularly within
considerations. Additional ethical and professional the areas of data analyses and thesis writing. The
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issues that pertain to these groups and situations will candidate will be required to attend regular sessions
be addressed. Successful completion of this subject will with the research supervisor. In certain cases,
also include 300 practicum hours in a relevant clinical attendance at specified research lectures, seminars
placement, supported by appropriate clinical supervision. and other workshops might be required. The project
culminates in the submission of a research thesis.
GHMC978 Child and Adolescent Psychology
Spring Wollongong On Campus GHMC983 Research Project E
Spring Wollongong Flexible Not on offer in 2010
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Subject Description: This subject focuses on a range Subject Description: This subject focuses on research
of childhood and adolescent concerns or problem skills appropriate for practising professionals, including
behaviours within a broad developmental framework. setting up systems for data collection and management in
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The subject will provide students with a general agencies, analyses of clinical data, and reporting of results. If
introduction to the specific problems and needs of children data collection is involved, this will be a minor component.
and parents who present to psychologists in clinical In certain cases, attendance at specified research seminars
practice. Individual and family based assessment and and workshops might be required. The project will
intervention approaches will be examined for problems culminate in a) a research proposal describing research aims,
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such as mental retardation, conduct disorders, attention procedures for collection, management and analyses of
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deficit hyperactive disorders, learning problems, anxiety routinely collected data, or b) analyses of archival data and
and depressive disorders, and early onset psychosis. preparation of a manuscript for submission to a scientific
journal. Occasionally the report may also take the form of
a comprehensive review of literature on a clinical topic

GHMC984 Social Psychology and Health assessment procedures and treatment options, report
Spring Wollongong Flexible writing skills, issues of therapeutic alliance, and
Spring Wollongong On Campus professional self-care. Interpersonal skills will be
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Credit Points: 6 addressed within the context of these subject areas.

Pre-requisites: See Postgraduate
Diploma entry requirements GHMC989 Advanced Abnormal Psychology
Co-requisites: None Spring Wollongong Flexible
Subject Description: This subject addresses key Spring Wollongong On Campus
theoretical and empirical issues in the area of Social Credit Points: 6
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Psychology and explains their implications for health Pre-requisites: None

behaviours. The focus is on the joint effects of internal and Co-requisites: None
external processes in the causation and maintenance of Subject Description: This subject builds upon
human behaviours. Emphasis is placed on elaborating social previous study in core areas of abnormal psychology,
psychological models of health behaviours, the roles of with contributions from personality, learning, and
attitudes, values and beliefs in shaping different behaviours developmental psychology to consider the way
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and the effects of conformity, compliance and life events on theories of human behaviour help our understanding
behaviour. A range of psychological and health principles of psychopathology. Students will be expected to
will be examined within the context of formulating develop a critical and analytical understanding of the
treatment and evaluation proposals or prevention conceptual frameworks and assumptions of a number
programs designed to change social behaviours in relation of major schools of abnormal psychology. The etiology
to health issues, such as stress and coping strategies, and maintenance of clinical disorders will be examined
drug and alcohol abuse, sexual behaviours, exercise from a variety of theoretical and research perspectives.
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and nutrition, and aged care. The applicability of major

research findings across cultures will also be addressed.
GHMC990 Advanced Clinical Issues A
GHMC985 Principles and Practices of Credit Points: 4
Psychological Assessment
Co-requisites: None
Autumn Wollongong Flexible Subject Description: This subject refers to an in-depth
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Autumn Wollongong On Campus coverage of any specific topic of assessment or therapy

Credit Points: 6 determined by the Clinical Programs Director to be of
Pre-requisites: None relevance for the student’s unique set of circumstances.
Co-requisites: None The topic can relate to a specific disorder or a specific
Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to assessment or therapeutic intervention. Coverage
examine the principles underpinning psychological
will include a intensive review of current literature

assessment and introduce students to the practices of including current controversies, a critical evaluation of
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psychological assessment. The subject is designed to theoretical bases and practical applications. Teaching and
integrate learning in previous years including theories of assessment methods will depend on the topic chosen.
personality, intelligence combined with statistical theory
and then examine how these issues are used in practice. GHMC991 Advanced Practicum A
Criteria to understand and evaluate psychological tests Summer 2009/
will be used as a common theme throughout the subject, Autumn 2010 Wollongong On Campus
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including examination of their construct validity. The Autumn Wollongong On Campus

general ethical issues of psychological assessment will Credit Points: 4
be compared to the specific Australian Psychological Pre-requisites: None
Society guidelines for psychological assessment. After Co-requisites: None
examination of the theoretical principles, students will Subject Description: The practicum is composed
have the opportunity to administer, score and interpret of at least 200 hours of supervised casework from the
commonly used assessment tools used to assess general Northfields Clinic or other specified agencies that
intelligence, emotional intelligence, personality and provide psychological services. Casework will include
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vocational preference and psychological well-being. assessment and treatment of difficult psychological
GHMC988 Contemporary Issues for problems. The student will be required to attend
group and individual supervision sessions.
Professional and Research
Psychologists GHMC992 Advanced Practicum B
Autumn Wollongong Flexible Summer 2009/
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Subject Description: This subject addresses areas Pre-requisites: None
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of practice that will most likely be experienced Co-requisites: None

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by psychologists in their professional work, using Subject Description: The practicum is composed
a combination of on-line lectures and workshop of at least 200 hours of supervised casework from the
involvement. Subject areas will include ethical and legal Northfields Clinic or other specified agencies that
issues in psychological practice, case conceptualisation, provide psychological services. Casework will include

assessment and treatment of difficult psychological workshops on four board required certificate subjects:
problems. The student will be required to attend Intervention Strategies; Record Keeping; Development
group and individual supervision sessions. and Maintenance of Psychological Skills; and Data
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Collection and Evaluation. Workshops will be delivered
PSYC966 Professional Practice by specialist professionals and/or academics with specific
Group Supervision A skills and knowledge in the identified areas, will be skills
Not on offer in 2010 based and will be delivered in block workshop formats.
Credit Points: 8 While this subject is independent from GHMC968
Pre-requisites: 4 year degree in Psychology (Professional Practice Group Supervision B), students
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Co-requisites: None enrolled in both subjects will have an opportunity to use
Subject Description: This subject will assist students the group supervision to further develop workshop skills.
to fulfil NSW Psychologists Registration Board
requirements for Supervision. It consists of meetings PSYP901 Research Project A Part 1
of up to 5 students and a clinical supervisor to discuss Autumn Wollongong On Campus
applications of psychological skills to practice. While this Credit Points: 8
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subject is independent from GHMC967 (Professional Pre-requisites: None
Practice Workshops A), students enrolled in both subjects Co-requisites: None
will have an opportunity to use the group supervision Subject Description: Research Project A aims to
to further develop skills learned in workshops. equip students with a wide variety of research skills
required for professional psychology. The content will
PSYC967 Professional Practice Workshop A begin by covering the conceptual bases, aims, context,
Not on offer in 2010 sampling, designs, methods of data collection, followed
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Credit Points: 8 by discussion of principles and procedures governing
Pre-requisites: 4th year in Psychology selection and implementation of data analyses. Ethical
Co-requisites: None issues in conducting research are reviewed. Students will
Subject Description: This subject will assist students to develop skills to evaluate research critically and interpret
fulfil NSW Psychologists Registration Board requirements data. Students will develop and conduct a research project
for Approved Workshops and Seminars. It consists of 8 in a relevant area of professional psychology and submit a
workshops on four board required certificate subjects: comprehensive literature review. Students completing the
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Introduction to Psychological Practice; Ethical, Legal MPsych program will also complete Research Project B
and Professional Matters; Psychological Testing; and and a project report in the format of a journal article.
Interviewing, Counselling and Consulting. Workshops will
be delivered by specialist professionals and/or academics PSYP902 Research Project A Part 2
with specific skills and knowledge in the identified areas, Annual Wollongong On Campus

will be skills based and will be delivered in block workshop Spring Wollongong On Campus
formats. While this subject is independent from PSYC966 Spring2010/
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(Professional Practice Group Supervision A), students Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
enrolled in both subjects will have an opportunity to use Credit Points: 8
the group supervision to further develop workshop skills. Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
PSYC968 Professional Practice Subject Description: Research Project A aims to
Group Supervision B equip students with a wide variety of research skills
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Not on offer in 2010 required for professional psychology. The content will
Credit Points: 8 begin by covering the conceptual bases, aims, context,
Pre-requisites: 4 year degree in Psychology sampling, designs, methods of data collection, followed
Co-requisites: None by discussion of principles and procedures governing
Subject Description: This subject will assist students selection and implementation of data analyses. Ethical
to fulfil NSW Psychologists Registration Board issues in conducting research are reviewed. Students will
requirements for Supervision. It consists of weekly develop skills to evaluate research critically and interpret
meetings of up to 5 students and a clinical supervisor
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data. Students will develop and conduct a research project
to discuss applications of psychological skills to practice. in a relevant area of professional psychology and submit a
While this subject is independent from GHMC969 comprehensive literature review. Students completing the
(Professional Practice Workshops B), students enrolled MPsych program will also complete Research Project B
in both subjects will have an opportunity to use the and a project report in the format of a journal article.
group supervision to further develop skills learned in
workshops. This subject will build on the skills and PSYP903 Research Project B Part 1
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experiences of Professional Practice Group Supervision A. Autumn Wollongong On Campus

Credit Points: 16
PSYC969 Professional Practice Workshop B Pre-requisites: None
Credit Points: 8 Subject Description: Research Project B in combination
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Pre-requisites: 4 year degree in Psychology with Research Project A, aims to equip MPsych
Co-requisites: None
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(Clinical) students with a wide variety of research skills

Subject Description: This subject will assist students to required for professional psychology. The context will
fulfil NSW Psychologists Registration Board requirements begin by covering the conceptual bases, aims, context,
for Approved Workshops and Seminars. It consists of 8 sampling, designs, methods of data collection, followed

by discussion of principles and procedures governing SHS 902 Special Topics
selection and implementation of data analyses. Ethical Annual Wollongong On Campus
issues in conducting research are reviewed. Students Autumn Wollongong On Campus
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will develop skills to evaluate research critically and Spring Wollongong On Campus
interpret data. Students will develop and conduct Spring2010/
a research project in a relevant area of professional
psychology and submit a comprehensive literature review
Credit Points: 8
and a project report in the form of a journal article.
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PSYP904 Research Project B Part 2 Co-requisites: None

Annual Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: A subject, which develops
the students’ ability to examine, access, interpret
and evaluate primary and secondary source research
Spring2010/ data and ideas. Students will write an extensive
Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus critical review of the literature or other approved
Credit Points: 16 area of research related to their Major Thesis.
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Co-requisites: None SHS 903 Independent Study
Subject Description: Research Project B in combination Autumn Wollongong On Campus
with Research Project A, aims to equip MPsych Spring Wollongong On Campus
(Clinical) students with a wide variety of research skills Credit Points: 6
required for professional psychology. The context will Pre-requisites: None
begin by covering the conceptual bases, aims, context, Co-requisites: None
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sampling, designs, methods of data collection, followed Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to
by discussion of principles and procedures governing provide students with the opportunity to explore an
selection and implementation of data analyses. Ethical issue or problem of particular interest to their field
issues in conducting research are reviewed. Students of study with the assistance of a supervisor. It will
will develop skills to evaluate research critically and allow for the development of the student’s knowledge,
interpret data. Students will develop and conduct skills and competencies critical to their discipline.
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a research project in a relevant area of professional

psychology and submit a comprehensive literature review SHS 930 Health Promotion Competencies
and a project report in the form of a journal article. Spring Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 6
SHS 900 Research Projects Pre-requisites: None
Annual Wollongong On Campus Co-requisites: None
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: This subject will enable

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Spring Wollongong On Campus students to learn how to effectvely design, implement,

Spring2010/ manage and evaluate health promotion projects and
Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus programs using guidelnes such as those provided by
Credit Points: 8 the Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion (1986)
Pre-requisites: None and the Bangkok Charter for Health Promotion in a
Co-requisites: None Globalised World (2005). Other skills considered integral
Subject Description: A research project designed
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to health promotion practice, such as policy advocacy;

to develop an understanding of the scientific process partnership buildng and collaboration; health education;
through the experience of research. Students will communication and media skills will also be examined.
design, propose, conduct, analyse, interpret and then Students will also be provided with opportunities to
present the results of a research project which can apply these skills over the course of the semester.
be related to the topic of their Major Thesis.
SHS 931 Public Health Communication
SHS 901 Practicum & Data Skills
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Co-requisites: None Exclusions: Students who have already demonstrated
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Subject Description: A subject which introduces acquisition of these communication and data skills.
students to their supervisor’s laboratory and allows for Subject Description: This subject introduces students
the development of technical skills and procedures to those communication and data skills which are
critical to the success of their Major Project. If considered essential for public health practice and
the student is undertaking a non-laboratory based which underpin other subjects in the MPH. These
thesis, another relevant subject may be substituted
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include the ability to effectively find and critically

for SHS 901 with the approval of the HOD. analyse public health data and to communicate public
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health knowledge in a variety of formats. The subject is

designed in three parts to develop the students’ literacy
skills in concurrence with the literacy demands of other

subjects: Part 1, Introduction to critical analysis; Part Pre-requisites: None
2, Accessing and evaluating information; and Part 3, Co-requisites: None
Structuring arguments and communicating information. Subject Description: Public Health policy will be
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critically examined at the global, national and local levels
SHS 932 Epidemiology and from government and non-government perspectives.
Spring Wollongong Distance The range of public health policy instruments will be
Spring Wollongong On Campus explored. Contemporary public health policy issues will
Credit Points: 6 be critically examined, including establishment of the
Pre-requisites: None policy agenda, implementation and monitoring of the
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Co-requisites: GHMD983 or SHS 940- policy, ethics and values, the roles and responsibilities of
Statistics in Health Research. Students who agencies and health professional groups, participatory
have already completed GHMD983 or SHS 940 processes, and the effectiveness in management of
should apply for a waiver of this co-requisite. population health risk. Policy analysis will be informed by
Exclusions: POP 204 AND SHS 332 different theoretical approaches and practical examples.
Subject Description: This subjects addresses prinicples
SHS 936 Public Health Nutrition
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and methods of epidemiological investigation including
analytical and experimental epidemiology. Topics to Autumn Wollongong On Campus
be covered include: measurement in epidemiology; Credit Points: 6
screening; study design (cross sectional, ecological, case Pre-requisites: None
controland cohort stduies, as well as randomized controlled Co-requisites: None
clinical trials); analysis of studies; critical appraisial of the Exclusions: Not to count for credit with GHMA930
literature; criteria for causality; and measurement error or BMS310 or SFC902 or SHS 953 or SHS 353
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such as bias and confounding. These methodological Subject Description: This subject introduces students to
issues will be applied to a range of public health- the principles of public health nutrition. Global, national
related areas such as infectious and non-communicable and local public health nutrition issues and programs will
diseases, occupational and clinical epidemiology, health be explored, within a broad food system framework. Key
services utilisation and planning for health needs. areas of public health nutrition practice will be introduced,
including food and nutrition monitoring and surveillance,
SHS 933 Social Determinants of Health food policy and nutrition promotion. The subject involves
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Autumn Wollongong Distance on-line discussion of public health nutrition issues. Course
Autumn Wollongong On Campus materials are available via an e-learning subject site.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None SHS 937 Nutrition Promotion

Subject Description: This subject introduces students Credit Points: 6
to theories and concepts from the social sciences necessary Pre-requisites: None
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for the understanding and analysis of public health issues. Co-requisites: None
Using a social determinants framework, it examines Subject Description: This subject commences with
socio-economic, cultural and environmental influences an overview of the global food system, examines the key
on health and health outcomes, explores the meaning challenges it presents for public health, looks at some of
of concepts such as class, gender and ethnicity and their the historical responses to these challenges, discusses the
importance as determinants of health, and critiques major influences on consumers’ food behaviours, and then
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explanations for the persistence of health inequalities. moves on to examine the main theories and methods
used in this area. In the second part of the subject, the
SHS 934 Health Promotion problems and approaches taken within various settings
Autumn Wollongong Distance and social systams, such as children’s institutions, the
Autumn Wollongong On Campus workplace, hospitals and health services are examined.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None SHS 938 Food & Nutrition Monitoring
Co-requisites: None & Surveillance
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Exclusions: POP 202 or SHS 231 Autumn Wollongong On Campus

Subject Description: Health Promotion is the process Credit Points: 6
of enabling people to take control of and improve their Pre-requisites: None
health (WHO, 1986). This subject introduces students to Co-requisites: None
the concept of health promotion and how it has been Subject Description: Policymakers, food regulators
applied in particular settings -health services, worksites, and health professionals need valid and up-to-date
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schools and communities. A new public health approach information on food consumption patterns and the
with particular attention paid to health equity is adopted food supply to assess the influence of food and nutrient
as it recognises that health is determined by a complex intake on health outcomes. Key information required
interplay of factors. Theoretical perspectives of behaviour for a Food and Nutrition Monitoring System (FNMS)
change and public policy, as they are applied within the includes data on: (i) the food supply (food availability
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field of health promotion, will also be critically reviewed. and composition); (ii) food purchasing and acquisition
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patterns (food expenditure, food security); (iii) food and

SHS 935 Public Health Policy nutrient intake and physical activity patterns and (iv)
Autumn Wollongong On Campus nutritional status (including biomarkers). This subject
Credit Points: 6 provides students with the opportunity to explore different

methods and sources of data collection in these four Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to
areas. Australia has no ongoing, coordinated Food and allow students to design and conduct a small public
Nutrition Monitoring System but available data from health research project under supervision. The type
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regional and ad hoc surveys will be examined, together of project will be decided in conjunction with the
with examples from other countries (USA, Canada, UK) project supervisor; options include an empirical study,
and international agencies such as FAO and WHO. a critical review of existing materials such as a meta-
analysis, an evaluation of a service or program, or the
SHS 939 Food & Nutrition Policy development and testing of an educational program. All
Spring Wollongong On Campus students will write a project proposal, critically analyse
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Credit Points: 6 the relevant literature, and write a final report or other
Pre-requisites: GHMD936 OR SHS 936 assessments. Students will also present their work to a
Co-requisites: None School of Health Sciences seminar. Approval from the
Subject Description: Food and Nutrition Policy will be University Human Research Ethics Committee will be
critically examined at the global, national and local levels. required if the project involves human participants.
Critical factors impacting on food policy will be explored
SHS 951 Nutrients and Metabolism
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through a range of economic, social, political and public

health perspectives. Contemporary food policy debates Autumn Wollongong On Campus
and the roles of public health professionals and other key Credit Points: 8
stakeholders in these debates will be explored. A range of Pre-requisites: None
specific food policies will be examined and may include Co-requisites: None
agriculture and trade policies, nutrition policies, food Exclusions: BMS 311 OR SHS 351
regulations, welfare policy and urban and regional planning. Subject Description: This subject articulates with prior
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subjects and integrates the nutritional knowledge with the

SHS 940 Statistics in Health Research science of biochemistry and physiology. It is a fundamental
Spring Wollongong Distance subject on which further studies in the science of
Spring Wollongong On Campus nutrition can be built upon. This subject covers the need
Credit Points: 6 for nutrients and how the human body metabolises
Pre-requisites: None these nutrients. It begins with basic concepts such as
Co-requisites: None bioavailability of nutrients from food. It then focuses on
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Exclusions: GHMD983 specific nutrients, namely protein and fat quality, folate
Subject Description: Introduces basic statistical and B vitamins, antioxidants and soy phytoestrogens, most
concepts and methods. Topics covered: collecting data, of which do not have Nutrient Reference Values (NRVs).
designing statistical studies, principles of data presentation; The overall aims are 1) to understand the relationships
exploratory data analysis, probability and statistical models between intake of nutrients and health status; 2) to
emphasising binomial and normal distributions; categorical develop an appreciation for the development of an RDI/
data, contingency tables and the Chi-squared distribution; AI/NRV for a nutrient and 3) to assess the feasibility of
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sampling, sample means and the central limit theorem; achieving recommendations of intakes of nutrients.
inference - point estimation, confidence intervals, testing
hypotheses; inference about single parameters; comparing SHS 952 Research in Human Nutrition
means and proportions, analysis of variance, demography. Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 8
SHS 941 Public Health Research Pre-requisites: STAT151 or Equivalent
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Methodology Co-requisites: None

Spring Wollongong On Campus Exclusions: BMS 312 or SHS 352
Spring Wollongong Distance Subject Description: The subject will introduce students
Credit Points: 6 to a range of key areas of research in human nutrition.
Pre-requisites: None Beginning with an overview of nutrition research and
Co-requisites: GHMD983 Statistics in Health Research, the development of literature reviews, topics will include
or GHMB950 Reflective Practice, or equivalent. Students diet intake methodology, the use of nutrient databases,
biomedical assays and indicators, epidemiological and
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who have already completed GHMD983 or SHS 940 or

GHMB950 should apply for a waiver of the co-requisite. ethnographic approaches as they relate to nutrition.
Subject Description: This subject introduces students to
health research methodology. Topics include formulating SHS 953 Community and Public
a research question, conducting a literature review and Health Nutrition
writing a research proposal. Students will acquire skills in Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 8
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interviewing, survey design, and appropriate methods of

qualitative and quantitative analysis. Ethical issues such as Pre-requisites: None
informed consent and confidentiality will be addressed Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: BMS310 OR GHMD936 OR
SHS 942 Major Project SFC 902 OR SHS 936 OR SHS 353
Annual Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: Key areas of community and
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Autumn Wollongong On Campus public health nutrition include nutrition surveillance,

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Spring Wollongong On Campus food policy, program planning and health promotion.
Credit Points: 24 There will be a focus on community nutrition practice,
Pre-requisites: GHMD984 OR SHS 941 covering such topics as maternal and infant nutrition,
Co-requisites: None

school based nutrition programs, diabetes education and SHS 973 Behavioural Change:
the health of older people in the community. Submission Human Factors in OHS
of some assignment work via eLearning Space. Autumn Wollongong On Campus
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SHS 970 Advanced Workplace Credit Points: 6
Injury Management Co-requisites: None
Spring Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: Traditional OH&S performance
Credit Points: 6 based strategies are giving way to developments in
Pre-requisites: None behavioural science that aim to: allow recognition of
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Co-requisites: None occupational, environmental and social factors that influence
Subject Description: This course should provide attitudes and behaviours in the workplace; provide an
students with an overview of workplace injury insight into human error; and provide mechanisms to
management and return to work strategies. Principles modify behaviours so as to eliminate or reduce the potential
of workplace rehabilitation and legislative requirements for error. Our students will examine the results of safety
specific to NSW will be covered. Students should gain programmes operating in industry so they understand the
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practical skills and experience in workplace injury concepts and influences behind: The role of the OH&S
management and assessment through the use of case professional in influencing management; The importance of
studies, with the emphasis on injury management goal setting, leadership and the ‘engagement’ of people; The
- maintaining an injured worker in the workplace Behaviour-Based System of Safety Management; Human
through appropriate workplace assessment, matching error and the difference between slips, lapses, mistakes and
worker capabilities with work tasks, reducing the risk violations; Mindful and Error Tolerant Organisations; The
of re-injury, and promoting the return to full duties. styles and pitfalls of reward and disciplinary systems that
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seek to ensure safety compliance; Human nature, sensation,
SHS 971 OHS Risk Management perception, ‘stress’ and distress, fatigue and shift work; The
Autumn Wollongong On Campus impact of drugs and alcohol on safety performance and
Credit Points: 6 analysis of the efficacy of random testing; Methods and
Pre-requisites: None efficacy of assessing potential job candidates in terms of
Co-requisites: None safety compliance. At the conclusion, students will have
Subject Description: Risk management in the
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a solid understanding of the concepts and foundations of
workplace is the culture, processes and structures that are human behaviour (with the exception of ergonomics) and
directed towards realising potential opportunities whilst the necessary skills to undertake a critical review of OH&S
managing adverse effects (AS/NZS 4360:2004). The strategies and the development of intervention strategies.
risk management process is the systematic application of
management policies, procedures and practices to the tasks SHS 974 Measurement of Hazardous

of communicating, establishing the context, identifying, Substances
analysing, evaluating, treating, monitoring and reviewing
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risk (AS/NZS 4360:2004). In OHS this process is directed
Credit Points: 6
towards the identification of hazards to health and safety
of the workforce and to their control. The following topic
Co-requisites: None
areas will be covered: Hazard identification; Risk assessment,
Subject Description: The aim of this subject,
control and monitoring; Critical evaluation and review of
Measurement of Hazardous Substances, is to outline
risk assessment techniques and implementation strategies;
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the general approach advocated for the assessment of
The process and recording of investigations into incidents
the health risk(s) associated with exposure to hazardous
and accidents in the workplace that threaten or harm
substances, and then focuses in detail on the role and
workers’ health and/or safety; The development of a safety
application of atmospheric monitoring. It addresses the
management plan. Students will conduct risk management
theory of sampling, practical sampling and analytical
assessments and gain experience in writing reports suitable
considerations and the calculation and presentation of
to submit to industry. Students will use their knowledge of
results. Numerical calculations are included to ensure
risk management principles to assess OHS hazards in the
that the underlying principles are well understood.
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workplace and recommend appropriate control strategies.
SHS 975 Thermal Environment
SHS 972 Principles of Occupational Hygiene
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Credit Points: 6
Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
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Subject Description: The overall aim of this subject is to

Subject Description: In modern society every
develop professional knowledge and skills in the specialised
workplace contains chemical, physical or biological agents
area of thermal environments. Specifically the subject
which may have the potential to give rise to adverse
will: Provide the student with a sound understanding
health effects in workers. This course aims to present
of the physiological effects of the thermal environment
the principles of occupational hygiene and toxicology
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on workers in a variety of settings; Develop the skills

and how this information is used by practioners to
necessary to assess the degree of risk in a wide variety
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recognise, evaluate and control workplace exposures.

of situations both hot and cold; Provide guidance on
those control measures that can be used to minimise the
effects of adverse thermal conditions in the workplace.

SHS 976 Noise - Measurement Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to
and its Effects provide the student with a sound knowledge of the
Winter Wollongong On Campus principles of industrial toxicology and epidemiology
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Credit Points: 6 and its relevance with workplace health. This will assist
Pre-requisites: None with their understanding of the basis of workplace
Co-requisites: None exposure standards and how they can be applied in
Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to the working environment. Students will also gain
provide the student with an appreciation of the nature experience as to how they should research the health
of noise hazards in the workplace and the effects effects of various contaminants in the workplace.
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of noise on people. Additionally, the subject details SHS 981 Occupational Hygiene in
the approach in conducting noise assessments in the
workplace as well as the general environment; and to the Oil and Gas Industry
determine the significance of measurement data in Summer 2010/2011 Wollongong On Campus
relation to the various standards for compliance. Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: GHMA940 and GHMA943
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SHS 977 Control of Hazardous Substances and GHMA946 and GHMA941 OR SHS974
Spring Wollongong On Campus and SHS 977 and SHS 980 and SHS 975
Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to
Co-requisites: None provide the student with specialist information relating
Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to to workplace situations likely to arise in the oil and gas
provide the student with an appreciation of workplace industry. Specific information will be provided as to
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processes and practices where hazardous substances occur how various situations can be identified, assessed and
and the methods that can be used to control employee controlled. Topics covered include exposure assessment,
exposures to those hazardous substances. Additionally, the role of the occupational hygienist, design and construction
subject details the approach in conducting assessments risks, risk communication, specific risks in upstream
of ventilation systems (a key control technology) in and down stream sites and emergency response.
the workplace to establish if the ventilation system is
SHS 982 Occupational Hygiene in
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effective and operating to its design specifications.

the Mining Industry
SHS 978 Asbestos and Other Fibres Summer 2010/2011 Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 6 Pre-requisites: GHMA940 and GHMA943
Pre-requisites: None and GHMA946 and GHMA941 OR SHS974
Co-requisites: None and SHS 977 and SHS 980 and SHS 975
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Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to Co-requisites: None

enhance the student’s knowledge of occupational Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to
hygiene practice in relation to fibrous dusts such as provide the student with specialist information relating
asbestos, synthetic mineral fibres (glass fibre, rock wool to workplace situations likely to arise in the mining
etc) and aramids (such as Nomex, Kevlar, Twaron industry. Specific information will be provided as to
etc) of which the latter are increasingly finding uses how various situations can be identified, assessed and
in industry. This subject provides guidance as to how controlled. Topics covered include exposure assessment,
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these products can be managed so as to minimise role of the occupational hygienist, design and construction
employee exposures. This includes understanding the risks, risk communication, specific risks in mining and
health effects, evaluating workplace exposures, and mineral processing sites and emergency response.
management of fibrous materials in workplaces.
SHS 983 Occupational Hygiene Project
SHS 979 Ergonomics Essentials Autumn Wollongong On Campus
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Pre-requisites: None Pre-requisites: GHMA940 or SHS
Co-requisites: None 974 AND GHMA946 or SHS 980
Subject Description: The aim of the subject is to Co-requisites: GHMA943 or SHS 977
provide the student with a broad based introduction to Subject Description: For successful completion of
ergonomic principles and their application in the design of this subject each student will be required to undertake a
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work, equipment and the workplace. Specific consideration suitable occupational hygiene project associated with their
will be given to musculoskeletal disorders, manual employment and research the issue(s) identified.The project
handling, ergonomic aspects of the environment, as well as should focus on a workplace where a potential for exposure
to the social aspects and relevant international standards. from a chemical, physical or biological contaminant may exist
and provides the opportunity to collect and critically evaluate
SHS 980 Epidemiology and Toxicology data and prepare a report. For those students who cannot
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for OHS Practitioners undertake a project at their workplace, suitable alternate

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Autumn Wollongong On Campus projects will be provided. Each student will have access to a
Credit Points: 6 mentor who will help guide them through the projectthe
Pre-requisites: None health effects of various contaminants in the workplace.
Co-requisites: None

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Courses Offered
School of Computer Science and Software Engineering
Master of Computer Science - Research
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Master of Computer Science Advanced
Master of Computer Science
Master of Computer Studies
Graduate Diploma in Computer Science (only offered at SIM Singapore)
School of Electrical, Computer and Telecommunications Engineering
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Master of Engineering Practice (Mechatronics)
Master of Engineering Studies
Education
Master of Technology Engineering
Graduate Diploma in Technology Engineering
School of Information Systems and Technology
Master of Information Systems and Technology – Research
Engineering
Master of Health Informatics
Master of Information and Communication Technology
Master of Information and Communication Technology Advanced

Master of Information Systems
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Master of Information Technology Studies
Master of Information Technology Studies Advanced
Master of Information Technology Management
School of Mathematics and Applied Statistics
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Master of Science - Research (Mathematics)
Master of Science - Research (Statistics)
Master of Mathematics
Master of Statistics
Master of Financial Mathematics
Master of Mathematical Studies
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Abbreviation: PhD
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Home Faculty: Informatics (School of Computer Science & Software Engineering)

Total Credit Points: 48 cp per year
Delivery Mode: Face-to-face, or combination of Face-to-face/distance
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Overview
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body of knowledge in a chosen field of study. This qualification can lead to, or enhance, an academic career and is also
highly regarded by public and private sector employers.

A four-year Honours Bachelor degree in Computer Science (a minimum of Class II, Division 2 or higher), or Master of
Computer Science – Research degree with strong performance in the 48 credit point thesis, or equivalent.
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Course Requirements
This program is 100% by thesis. Candidates enrol in a 48 credit point thesis subject and repeat the same enrolment for
each year of study, usually over three years of full-time study. Students may be required to attend lectures in relevant
topics from time to time throughout the program.
Current Research Areas

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Security
Computer and Communication Security
Cryptography Theory and Combinatorial Design
Information Theory and Coding
Network Security
Multimedia Security
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Software Engineering
Software Testing
Requirements Engineering
Business Process Management
Service-oriented Systems
Agent-oriented Software Engineering
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Multimedia Information Processing

Image/Video Processing
Human Activity Detection and Recognition
Image/Video Annotation and Retrieval
Multimodal Biometrics and Crypto-biometrics
Multimedia Security and Forensics
Virtual Reality
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Intelligent Systems
Robotics
Machine Learning
Machine Vision
Ultrasonic Sensing
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Safety, Risk and Hazard Analysis

Distributed Systems
Agent and Multi-agent techniques
Data Mining and Modelling
Agent Programming
Constraint Programming
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Knowledge Representation and Reasoning

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Master of Computer Science - Research
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Computer Science – Research
Abbreviation: MCompSc–Res
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Home Faculty: Informatics
Delivery Mode: Face-to-face, or combination of Face-to-face/Distance
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Overview
This program is designed to equip students with superior skills in research design and methodology in preparation for
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leadership roles in the field of computer science.

This is primarily a research degree for those who have normally completed an Honours Bachelor degree at a standard of
Class II, Division 2 or higher, or a Masters by coursework in an appropriate discipline, which includes a research training
component.
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Credit Transfer
Candidates with an Honours Bachelor degree at a standard of Class II, Division 2 or higher, or Masters by coursework
degree, may be given exemption from all, or some, of the 24 credit points of coursework and admitted directly to the 48
credit point research thesis component. This is contingent on evidence of proven research experience.
Course Requirements
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The degree is normally 72 credit points, consisting of a 48 credit point research thesis and 24 credit points of coursework.
The program must be completed in a maximum time of two years full-time and requires satisfactory completion of the
following:
1. CSCI940 Research Methodology (6cp)
2. Three subjects (18cp) from the CSCI Graduate Subjects List to constitute a coherent introduction to the proposed

area of research, as agreed to by Head of School. (Note: students must achieve at least a WAM of 67.5% in the
coursework component); and
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3. 48 credit point thesis.
Candidates who fail to meet the requisite standard for the coursework component may have their enrolment cancelled.
In this case, a candidate may be eligible to apply for one of the graduate certificates offered by the Faculty or transfer to a
48 credit point Masters by coursework degree.
A candidate may not include for this degree subjects similar in content to subjects included in their Honours or Masters.
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Each candidate shall have a supervisor and a co-supervisor appointed on the recommendation of the Head of the School
of Computer Science and Software Engineering.

Refer to Current Research Areas under the Doctor of Philosophy entry for the School of Computer Science & Software
Engineering.
Master of Computer Science Advanced

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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Computer Science Advanced

Abbreviation: MCompScAdv
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Overview
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This degree is designed to provide advanced studies in Computer Science at a professional level and also prepare students
for the Master of Computer Science - Research or Doctoral research programs. In particular this degree allows students
to specialise in at least two majors and research methods training.

A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree with a major in Computer Science, Software Engineering
or Computer Engineering, with at least a 60% average.
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Applicants will be required to attend a UNIX Workshop during Orientation Week, unless they can demonstrate
proficiency in an object-oriented programming language (for example C++ or Java) and operating systems (eg: UNIX or
Linux).
Course Requirements
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The degree requires satisfactory completion of 900 level subjects to the value of at least 96 credit points, including:
(a) CSCI920 Contemporary Topics in Computer Science (6cp)
(b) At least six (6) subjects (36cp) chosen from a major subject list;
(c) At least six (6) subjects (36cp) chosen from a second major subject list;
(d) Satisfactory completion of CSCI940 Research Methodology (6cp) and;
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(e) CSCI991 Project (12cp)*

*Enrolment in CSCI991 Project (12 cp):
(i) if a mark of 75% is attained in CSCI940 Research Methodology, entry into CSCI991 Project (12cp) will be
permitted.
(ii) if a mark of 75% is NOT attained in CSCI940 Research Methodology then the candidate must take an additional
two (2) subjects (12cp) of 900 level subjects.
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These subjects would normally be chosen from the CSCI Graduate Subject List.
However, the Head of School may approve subjects from another discipline. Such a subject would normally come from
900 level ISIT, MATH, STAT, ECTE or TBS subjects, though alternatives from other disciplines can be considered if of
relevance to a chosen programme of study. This approval must be sought PRIOR to enrolment in the subject.
Areas of Major Study

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Candidates enrolled in this degree may choose to major in 2 of the following:

· Information Security
· Multimedia Intelligent Processing
· Software Engineering & Project Management
Requirements for majors

Multimedia & Intelligent Processing Subject list:

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Choose 6 of the following:

INFO933 Pattern Recognition Autumn 6cp
CSCI935 Computer Vision Spring 6cp
CSCI964 Computational Intelligence Autumn 6cp
CSCI944 Perception and Planning Spring 6cp
CSCI924 Reasoning and Learning Spring 6cp
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CSCI936 Visualisation Autumn 6cp

CSCI946 Multimedia Content Management Spring 6cp
ECTE901 Multimedia Signal Processing Autumn 6cp
ECTE903 Image and Video Processing Spring 6cp
ECTE906 Advanced Signals and Systems Autumn / 6cp
Spring
Software Engineering & Project Management Subject list:
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CSCI910 Formal Methods in Software Engineering Autumn 6cp

CSCI928 Software Engineering Requirements and Specification Spring 6cp
CSCI926 Software Testing and Analysis Autumn 6cp
CSCI927 Service-Oriented Software Engineering Spring 6cp
ISIT900 Fundamentals of Contemporary Technologies Autumn/ 6cp
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Spring
ISIT905 Technology Management and Innovation Not available 6cp
in 2010
ISIT917 Business Intelligence and Knowledge Management Autumn 6cp
ISIT937 Information Technology Security and Risk Management* Not available 6cp
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in 2010
ISIT946 Project and Change Management Spring 6cp (note has a pre-
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requisite of ISIT900)
Information Security Subject list:

CSCI966 Coding for Secure Communication Autumn 6cp
CSCI968 Advanced Network Security Spring 6cp
CSCI969 Topics in Applying Information Security Autumn/ 6cp
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Spring
CSCI971 Advanced Computer Security Spring 6cp
INFO912 Mathematics for Cryptography Autumn 6cp
ISIT937 Information Technology Security and Risk Management* Not available 6cp
in 2010
*This subject can only count for ONE major if both majors are attempted
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The Master of Computer Science Advanced is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting requirements
for membership at a “Professional Level”.
Master of Computer Science
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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Computer Science
Abbreviation: MCompSc
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Overview
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This degree is designed to provide advanced studies in Computer Science at a professional level and also prepare students
for the Master of Computer Science – Research or Doctoral research programs. Candidates may choose to complete
a single major in a sub-discipline such as Multimedia Information Processing, Software Engineering, Computer and
Network Security or Intelligent Systems.

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A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree with a major in Computer Science, Software Engineering
or Computer Engineering, with at least a 60% average.
Applicants will be required to attend a UNIX Workshop during Orientation Week, unless they can demonstrate
proficiency in an object-oriented programming language (for example C++ or Java) and operating systems (eg: UNIX or
Linux).
Course Requirements
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The degree requires satisfactory completion of 900 level subjects to the value of at least 48 credit points including:
(a) CSCI920 Contemporary Topics in Computer Science
(b) At least three (3) subjects (18 cp) chosen from one major subject list;
(c) Plus an additional four (4) subjects (24cp) of 900 level subjects. These subjects are normally to be selected from the
CSCI Graduate Subject List. A student given prior permission by the Head of School may select up to two (2) 900
level ISIT, MATH, STAT, ECTE or TBS subjects in place of subjects in the CSCI Subject List. The Head of School Law
may approve a 900 level subject from another discipline if it is of particular relevance to a chosen program of study.
This approval must be sought PRIOR to enrolment in the subjects.

Students enrolled in this degree may choose to major in:
· Computer and Network Security
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· Intelligent Systems
· Multimedia Information Processing
· Software Engineering

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Multimedia Information Processing Subject list:

INFO933 Pattern Recognition Autumn 6cp
ECTE903 Image and Video Processing Spring 6cp
CSCI935 Computer Vision Spring 6cp

Software Engineering Subject list:
CSCI910 Formal Methods in Software Engineering Autumn 6cp
CSCI928 Software Engineering Requirements and Specification Spring 6cp
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CSCI926 Software Testing and Analysis Autumn 6cp

CSCI927 Service-Oriented Software Engineering Spring 6cp
Computer and Network Security Subject list:
CSCI966 Coding for Secure Communication Autumn 6cp
CSCI968 Advanced Network Security Spring 6cp
CSCI971 Advanced Computer Security Spring 6cp
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Intelligent Systems Subject list:

CSCI964 Computational Intelligence Autumn 6cp
CSCI944 Perception and Planning Spring 6cp
CSCI924 Reasoning and Learning Spring 6cp
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The Master of Computer Science is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting requirements for
membership at a “Professional Level”.
Master of Computer Studies

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Computer Studies
Abbreviation: MCompStud
Education

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Overview
The objective of this program is to provide state-of-the-art knowledge and specialist skills in Computer Science. It is
suitable for candidates who have a bachelor degree in areas other than ICT and wish to pursue a career in computer
science.
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A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree, in any discipline, with at least a 60% average.
Course Requirements
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Candidates must successfully complete 16 subjects to a value of 96cp, including:

1. Nine (9) Core Subjects to a value of at least 54cp;
2. No more than four (4) subjects selected from Elective Subjects List A; and
3. At least three (3) subjects selected from the Elective Subjects List B.
Course Program
Core Subjects - Nine (9) subjects should be selected
Subject code Subject name Session Credit Points
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MCS9102 Information Systems Autumn 6

MCS9103 Algorithms & Problem Solving Autumn/ Spring 6
MCS9114 Procedural Programming Autumn/ Spring 6
MCS9124 Applied Programming Autumn/ Spring 6
MCS9201 Professional Practice & Ethics Autumn 6
MCS9203 Algorithms & Data Structures Autumn 6
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MCS9204 Object & Generic Programming in C++ Autumn/ Spring 6

MCS9212 Interacting Systems Autumn 6
MCS9222 Systems Development Autumn/Spring 6
Elective Subjects for List A- No more than four (4) subjects should be selected
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MCS9110 Introduction to W3 Technologies Spring 6

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MCS9236 3D Modelling and Animation Spring/Summer 6

MCS9262 Systems Security Spring 6
MCS9205 Software Development Methods & Tools Spring 6
MCS9206 Markup Languages Autumn 6

MCS9213 Java Programming & Applications Spring 6
MCS9235 Database Systems Spring 6
Elective Subjects for List B- At least three (3) subjects should be selected
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MCS9301 Information & Communication Security Spring 6
MCS9303 Social Informatics & the Workplace Spring 6
MCS9311 Software Process Management Autumn 6
MCS9315 Database Design & Implementation Autumn 6
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MCS9317 Database Performance Tuning Spring 6
MCS9318 Software Engineering Practices & Principles Spring 6
MCS9319 Distributed Systems Autumn 6
MCS9322 Systems Administration Spring 6
MCS9323 Artificial Intelligence Spring 6
MCS9324 Human Computer Interface Autumn 6
MCS9336 Computer Graphics Autumn 6
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MCS9337 Organisation of Programming Languages Spring 6
MCS9346 Game Development Autumn 6
MCS9356 Game Engine Fundamentals Spring 6
MCS9358 Security Engineering Spring 6
MCS9361 Cryptography & Secure Applications Autumn 6
MCS9366 Multimedia Computing Autumn 6
MCS9368 Network Security Spring 6
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MCS9398 Introduction to Enterprise Computing Spring 6
MCS9399 Server Technology Autumn 6
The Master of Computer Studies is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting requirements for
membership at a “Professional Level”.
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Graduate Diploma in Computer Science
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Computer Science
Abbreviation: GradDipCompSc

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Starting Session(s): SIM Session 1, SIM Session 2, SIM Session 3, SIM Session 4.
Location: Singapore Institute of Management (SIM)
CRICOS Code: NA
Informatics
Overview
This degree is designed to provide state of the art knowledge and specialist skills in Computer Science. It is suitable for
candidates who have existing but limited ICT/Engineering technical qualifications or who have significant experience in
related fields, but wish to upgrade their knowledge and understanding in this field. The degree is designed primarily for
professionals who wish to progress upwards or broaden their career in the ICT industry.

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A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree with at least a 60% average in an area related to ICT/
Engineering. Applicants with a degree in any area plus at least one year full-time employment in the ICT industry will be
considered.
Course Requirements
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The degree requires satisfactory completion of 48 credit points that include:

(a) 24 credit points selected from the subject list for one of the major studies; and
(b) 24 credit points selected from the 300 level computer science subjects.

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· Digital Systems Security

· Multimedia and Game Development
· Enterprise Systems

· Software Engineering

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Digital Systems Security
CSCI262 Systems Security 6
CSCI361 Cryptography and Secure Applications 6
CSCI368 Network Security 6
CSCI319 Distributed Systems 6
Commerce
Multimedia and Game Development

CSCI236 3D Modelling and Animation 6
CSCI336 Computer Graphics 6
CSCI346 Game Development 6
CSCI356 Game Engine Fundamental 6
CSCI366 Multimedia Computing 6
Creative Arts
Enterprise Systems
Select one subject from this list:
ITCS206 Markup Languages 6
CSCI213 Java Programming and Applications 6
CSCI262 System Security 6
Select three subjects from this list:
CSCI315 Database Design and Implementation 6
Education
CSCI317 Database Performance Tuning 6

CSCI398 Introduction to Enterprise Computing 6
CSCI399 Server Technology 6
Software Engineering
CSCI205 Software Development Methods and Tools 6
MGMT208 Introduction to Management Professionals A 6
CSCI311 Software Process Management 6
Engineering
CSCI318 Software Engineering Practices and Principles 6
Accreditation will be sought for this degree.
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Abbreviation: PhD
Home Faculty: Informatics (School of Electrical, Computer and Telecommunications Engineering)
Delivery Mode: Face-to-face or a combination of Face-to-face/Distance
Informatics

Overview
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidates undertake in-depth research in order to make an original and significant
Law
contribution to the body of knowledge in their chosen studies. This qualification can lead to or enhance an academic
career and is highly regarded by private and public sector employers.
Entry Requirements/Assumed Knowledge

A four-year Honours Bachelor of Engineering degree (minimum Class II, Division 2 or higher); or a Master of
Science
Engineering Studies (at the required level); or a Master of Engineering – Research, in one of the following areas:
Computer, Electrical, Electronic or Telecommunications Engineering; or equivalent.
The School normally requires students to register initially for the Masters by Research program. Subject to satisfactory
progress, including the presentation of a report and seminar, a student’s candidature may be transferred to Doctor of
Philosophy (PhD) after one year, without penalty.
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Course Requirements
School
This program is by 100% thesis. Students may be required to attend lectures in relevant topics from time to time
throughout the program.

All new students enrolling in a research degree are expected to prepare and defend a research proposal early in their
candidature. Normally, the degree will be completed in not less than four, and not more than eight, academic sessions of
full-time study, or six to 16 sessions of part-time study.
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The following areas of research are available to candidates undertaking the degrees of Doctor of Philosophy or Master of
Engineering - Research:
Intelligent Mechatronics: Automation
Commerce
Advanced control systems
Control networks
Haptic rendering
Machine tool design
Precision position and speed control
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Robotics and sensors
Telerobotics
Virtual manipulation
Intelligent Mechatronics: Applications
Arc welding control
Education
Medical image processing
Renewable energy sources
Superconducting magnetic energy storage
Virtual surgery
Power: Quality and Reliability
Engineering
Conducted electromagnetic interference (EMI)
Data mining
Distribution system reliability
Harmonic management

Power electronics and drives
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Power quality monitoring and data analysis
Power quality indices and reporting
Standardisation
Voltage fluctuations and flicker
Telecommunications: Digital Signal Processing
Informatics
Adaptive filtering
Blind signal processing
Coding for error-prone channels
Computational auditory scene analysis
Data mining
Filter banks and wavelets
Law
Image and video segmentation, compression and retrieval

Internet access technologies (xDSL)
Low-rate speech coding
Multirate signal processing
Science
Wideband speech/audio coding

3D Audio objects and environments
Telecommunications: Network Services
Internet and WWW services
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Internet telephony
Multimedia databases
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Network games
Video on demand

Virtual reality
Telecommunications: Photonics
Bragg grating sensing system
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Fibre Bragg grating design and writing

FBG devices for optical communication systems
Optical fibre
Telecommunications: Switched Networks
Commerce
Active networks
Ad hoc multi-hop networking
Closed loop control in packet networks
Location aware networking
Network dimensioning
Creative Arts
Network management
Network traffic modelling and control
Wireless internet protocols
Telecommunications: Wireless Communications
Code division multiple access systems
Education
Microwave propagation and channel modelling

Mobile ad hoc networks
Sequence design
Smart antennas
Space-time coding
Engineering
Ultra wideband communications

Note: Not all areas are available for research at all levels, nor at all times.

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Engineering – Research

Abbreviation: ME-Res
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Delivery Mode: On campus (Face-to-face) and Supervised individual research
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Overview
This program aims to provide specialised research training for those preparing for careers in academia, government and
industry; and to provide practising engineers with the means to increase their knowledge and upgrade their qualifications.
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This degree is primarily a research degree for those who have completed an Honours Bachelor degree at a standard
of Class II, Division 2 or higher; or a Master of Engineering Studies degree with satisfactory completion of ECTE953
and a weighted average mark of 67.5% or higher (or equivalent), in one of the following areas: computer; electrical;
telecommunications engineering; or a related area.
Science
Entry from a Pass Bachelor degree in computer, electrical, telecommunications engineering, or a related area, is possible if
a candidate has a good academic record.
Credit Transfer Arrangements

Candidates with an Honours Bachelor degree at a standard of Class II, Division 2 or higher; or a Master of Engineering
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Studies degree with satisfactory completion of ECTE953 and a weighted average mark of 67.5% or higher in computer,
electrical, or telecommunications engineering or a related area (or equivalent), may be given exemption from all, or some,
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of the 24 credit points of coursework. This would be contingent on evidence of considerable research strength.

Course Requirements
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following:
1. 24 credit points of coursework, consisting of 900-level ECTE subjects chosen from those listed under the Master
of Engineering Studies and approved by the Head of the School of Electrical, Computer and Telecommunications
Engineering, in consultation with the School Postgraduate Research Committee, to constitute a coherent
introduction to the proposed area of research; and
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2. Subject to students gaining a weighted average mark of 67.5% for the coursework, a 48 credit point thesis subject.
Candidates who fail to meet the requisite standard for the coursework component will be required to transfer to the
Master of Engineering Studies.

Refer to Current Research Areas under the Doctor of Philosophy entry for School of Electrical, Computer and
Creative Arts
Telecommunications Engineering.
Other Information
Subject to satisfactory progress and satisfactory performance in seminars, students may transfer to the Doctor of
Philosophy (PhD) program prior to completion of the Master of Engineering – Research.
Master of Engineering Practice (Mechatronics)
Education
This course is offered jointly by the Faculty of Engineering and the School of Electrical, Computer and
Telecommunications Engineering.
Details of the Entry Requirements and Program of Study are contained in the Faculty of Engineering entry.
Graduates interested in mechatronics who have an electrical, computer, electronic or related undergraduate degree, may
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also consider the specialist mechatronics subjects that are available within the Master of Engineering Studies – Electrical
Engineering Major.
Master of Engineering Studies

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Engineering Studies

Majors available Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering,
Power Engineering, Robotics and Automation
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Abbreviation: MEngStud
Duration: 1 year full-time or part-time equivalent)
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Overview
The objective of this program is to provide graduates with engineering skills at a level between the Bachelor and Masters
by Research degree levels.
Law

A degree equivalent to a four year Australian Bachelor degree specialising in Computer, Electrical, Electronics or
Telecommunications Engineering with an average mark of 60%.
Course Requirements
Science
The Master of Engineering Studies program provides the opportunity for students to undertake a major in:
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Telecommunications Engineering
- Power Engineering
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- Robotics and Automation

School
The major will be recorded on the testamur.

Students must complete 48 credit points consisting of the common core (18 credit points); one major (18 credit points);
and two electives (12 credit points).

The common core subjects: ECTE906 Advanced Signals and Systems and ECTE955 Advanced Laboratory must be
undertaken in the first session of a student’s enrolment. The common core subject, ECTE975 Communication and ICT
Workplace Practice, must be satisfactorily completed in order for a student to be eligible to graduate.
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The course program is set out below:
Course Program
Note: Only a limited number of subjects will be offered in any one year.
Core Subjects
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Students must complete the following subjects in their first session of enrolment:
ECTE906 Advanced Signals and Systems Autumn/Spring 6
ECTE955 Advanced Laboratory Autumn/Spring 6
ECTE975 Communications and ICT Workplace Practice Autumn/Spring 6
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Electrical Engineering Major

Students must select three subjects (18 credit points) from the following list:
ECTE933 Embedded Systems Autumn 6
ECTE932 Computer Systems Spring 6
ECTE942 Computer Controlled Systems Spring 6
ECTE962 Telecommunications System Modelling Spring 6
ECTE902 Stochastic Signal Processing n/o 2010 6
Education
ECTE904 Adaptive Signal Processing n/o 2010 6
Computer Engineering Major

ECTE901 Multimedia Signal Processing Autumn 6
ECTE931 Real-Time Computing Autumn 6
Engineering

ECTE903 Image and Video Processing Spring 6
ECTE905 Speech and Audio Processing n/o 2010 6
Telecommunications Engineering Major

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ECTE982 Network Engineering Autumn 6

ECTE965 Wireless Communication Systems Spring 6
ECTE986 Telecommunications Network Management Spring 6
ECTE907 Communication Systems* n/o 2010 6
ECTE908 Communication Systems Modelling* n/o 2010 6
Informatics
Power Engineering Major

ECTE912 Power Electronics and Drives Autumn 6
ECTE923 Power System Analysis Autumn 6
ECTE941 Intelligent Control Autumn 6
Law
ECTE926 Power Distribution Systems Spring 6

Robotics and Automation Major

Science

ECTE971 Robotics and Flexible Automation Spring 6
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Electives
School
Students must select two subjects from the following list:


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ECTE970 Advanced Topics in Engineering Autumn/Spring 6
ECTE992 Internet Networking Protocols Autumn/Spring 6
Commerce
ECTE956 Internet Technology Laboratory Spring 6
Creative Arts
ECTE902 Stochastic Signal Processing n/o 2010 6
ECTE905 Speech and Audio Processing n/o 2010 6
ECTE907 Communication Systems* n/o 2010 6
ECTE908 Communication Systems Modelling* n/o 2010 6
ECTE968 Coding and Error Correction n/o 2010 6
Education
Note: * Subjects are scheduled for implementation in 2011.

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Professional Engineering
Majors Available: Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering,
Engineering
Power Engineering, Robotics and Automation
Abbreviation: MProfEng

Sciences
Overview
The objective of this program is to provide graduates with engineering skills at a level between the Bachelor and Masters
Informatics
by Research degree levels.

A degree equivalent to a four year Australian Bachelor of Engineering specialising in Electrical, Computer or
Telecommunications Engineering with an average mark of 60%
Course Requirements Law
The Master of Professional Engineering program provides the opportunity for students to undertake a major in:
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Telecommunications Engineering
- Power Engineering
Science
- Robotics and Automation

Students must complete 96 credit points, consisting of the common core (42 credit points), one major (36 credit points)
and three electives (18 credit points).
The common core subjects: ECTE906 Advanced Signals and Systems and ECTE955 Advanced Laboratory must be
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completed by all students in their first semester of enrolment in this degree program.
School
Students will be able to select one elective stream from three available options. The elective subjects will be based on the
performance and interest of the student. The elective options are as follows:
Elective Option 1: Eligible for Placement

- ENGG943 Engineering Professional Placement (6 credit points)
- 2 elective subjects (12 credit points)
Note: Enrolment in ENGG943 Engineering Professional Placement is by UOW Subject Coordinator and potential
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employer approval only. To be eligible for this option, students will need to obtain a result of 65 or more in the
Assessment Centre Experience task in the subject ENGG942 Professional Practice. This result will provide students with
the opportunity to be interviewed for placement and subsequent completion of ENGG943 Engineering Professional
Placement.
Elective Option 2: WAM of 72.5 or more
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- ECTE953 Advanced Project (12 credit points)

- 1 elective subject (6 credit points)
Note: Enrolment in ECTE953 Advanced Project is by Head of School (or their delegate) approval only. To be eligible for
this option, students will need to have a WAM2 of 72.5 or more at the end of their first year of completion of this degree
program.
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Elective Option 3: Not Eligible for Placement

- 3 elective subjects (18 credit points)
Course Program
Core Subjects
Education
Students must complete the following subjects in their first session of enrolment:
Students must also complete the following core subjects:

ENGG942 Professional Practice Annual 12
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ENGG941 Sustainability for Engineers, Scientists and Professionals Autumn 6

ECTE970 Advanced Topics in Engineering Autumn/Spring 6
ISIT905 Technology Management and Innovation n/o 2010 6
Electrical Engineering Major

Students must complete the following subjects:

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Informatics
Computer Engineering Major

Law
Telecommunications Engineering Major

Science

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Power Engineering Major

School


ISIT946 Project and Change Management Spring 6
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Robotics and Automation Major
Commerce
Elective Options
Students must complete one the following elective options:
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Elective Option 1
ENGG943 Engineering Professional Placement n/o 2010 6
2 elective subjects selected from the list below. Autumn/Spring 12
Elective Option 2
ECTE953 Advanced Project Autumn/Spring 12
1 elective subject selected from the list below. Autumn/Spring 6
Education
Elective Option 3
3 elective subjects selected from the list below Autumn/Spring 18
Electives
Students must select two subjects from the following list:
Engineering

CSCI968 Advanced Network Security Autumn 6
Sciences
ISIT917 Business Intelligence and Knowledge Management Autumn 6
Informatics
MCS9213 Java Programming and Applications Spring 6
CSCI935 Computer Vision Spring 6
Law
ISIT937 Information Technology Security and Risk Management n/o 2010 6

Science
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School

Master of Technology Engineering
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Technology Engineering
Majors available: Digital Media Broadcasting
Arts
Internet Technology
Abbreviation: MTechEng
Commerce

Creative Arts
Overview
The Master of Technology Engineering program is designed specifically for students who have an undergraduate
background that is not specifically in computer, electrical or telecommunications engineering.
Student will have the opportunity to gain specialist skills as they complete a major in either Digital Media Broadcasting
or Internet Technology.
Education

Completion of a Bachelor degree (equivalent to a four year Australian tertiary qualification) in Engineering, Physics or
other related area.
Course Requirements
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Students must satisfactorily completed 96 credit points, consisting of:

- the Graduate Diploma in Technology Engineering (48 credit points)
- PLUS the course program of 48 credit points.
The course program requires students to satisfactorily complete:
- 12 credit points of common core subjects; and

- 36 credit points of subjects from the chosen major area of study.
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The common core subject, ECTE906 Advanced Signals and Systems, must be completed in the first semester of
enrolment. The common core subject, ECTE975 Communication and ICT Workplace Practice, must be satisfactorily
completed in order for a student to be eligible to graduate.
Course Program
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Core Subjects
Following successful completion of the Graduate Diploma in Technology Engineering students are required to undertake
the following subjects:
ECTE975 Communications and ICT Workplace Practice Autumn/Spring 6
Law
Digital Media Broadcasting Major

Students must complete six subjects (36 credit points) from the following list:
Science

CSCI946 Multimedia Content Management Spring 6
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ISIT951 Web Services and Service Oriented Architecture Spring 6

School

Internet Technology Major
Students must complete six subjects (36 credit points) from the following list:
Arts
ECTE962 Telecommunications Systems Modelling Spring 6
Commerce
ISIT951 Web Services and Service Oriented Architecture Spring 6
ISIT906 Information Design and Content Management Spring 6
Special Requirements
Creative Arts
Students that have a degree equivalent to a four year Australian Bachelor degree specialising in Computer, Electrical,
Electronics or Telecommunications Engineering will be eligible to have the requirement to complete the Graduate
Diploma in Technology Engineering waived. These students will only need to complete the required course program of
48 credit points.
Graduate Diploma in Technology Engineering
Education
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Technology Engineering
Abbreviation: GDipTechEng
Engineering
Overview

The Graduate Diploma in Technology Engineering provides a pathway into the Coursework Masters Program for
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students who have an undergraduate background that is not specifically in computer, electrical or telecommunications
engineering.
Students will have the opportunity to gain generic skills and knowledge in the areas of:
· Database systems
· Digital hardware
· Power engineering
Informatics
· Communications
· Internet engineering

A Bachelor degree in Engineering, Physics, IT or related areas (equivalent to a three year Australian tertiary qualification).
Course Requirements
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Students are required to satisfactorily complete eight subjects (48 credit points) approved by the Head of School or their
delegate.
The chosen program of study will be based on the student’s undergraduate background, relevant work experience and
selected from a range of first, second and third year subjects offered in the Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical, Computer
or Telecommunications) program or degrees offered by other Schools in the Faculty of Informatics.
Science
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Abbreviation: PhD
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Home Faculty: Informatics (School of Information Systems and Technology)

Delivery Mode: Face-to-face, or combination of face-to-face/distance
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Overview
Creative Arts
body of knowledge in a chosen field of study. This qualification can lead to, or enhance, an academic career and is also
highly regarded by public and private sector employers.

A four-year Honours Bachelor degree in Information and Communication Technology, (a minimum of Class II, Division
2 or higher), or a Master of Information and Communication Technology – Research degree with strong performance in
the 48 credit point thesis, or equivalent.
Education
Course Requirements
This program is 100% by thesis. Candidates enrol in a 48 credit point thesis subject and repeat the same enrolment for
each year of study, usually over three years of full-time study. Students may be required to attend lectures in relevant
topics from time to time throughout the program.
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Systems & Technology
Aged care
Collaborative Systems
Customer Relationship Management

Database Systems
Sciences
e-Business Applications
e-Commerce
e-Learning
Electronic health records
Informatics
e-Manufacturing
Health Informatics (aged care, electronic health records)
Health record input systems
Information Management
Point-of-care solutions
Privacy Issues in EHRs
Law
Radio Frequency Identification

Semantic Web
Supply Chain Management
Science
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School

Master of Information Systems and Technology - Research
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Information Systems and Technology - Research
Abbreviation: MInfoSysTech - Res
Arts
Delivery Mode: On campus (face-to-face), or combination of supervised individual research
Commerce
Overview
This program is designed to provide students with sound practice in research methods appropriate to the study of
Creative Arts
information and communication technology applications, and to prepare students for Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) level
research.

This is primarily a research degree for those who have completed an Honours Bachelor degree at a standard of Class II,
Division 2 or higher, or a Masters by coursework in an appropriate discipline which includes a minor project worth at
least 12 credit points or equivalent.
Education
If a candidate has a good academic record, and has completed a minor project worth at least 12 credit points or
equivalent, entry from a Pass Bachelor degree, Pass Bachelor degree and Graduate Diploma, or Pass Bachelor Degree and
Graduate Certificate, is possible.

Candidates with an Honours Bachelor degree at a standard of Class II, Division 2 or higher, or Masters by coursework
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degree, may be given exemption from all, or some, of the 24 credit points of coursework and admitted directly to the 48
credit point research thesis component. This is contingent on evidence of proven research experience.
Course Requirements

following:
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1. ISIT940 Research Methods (6cp);
2. Three subjects (18cp) from the ISIT Graduate Subjects List to constitute a coherent introduction to the proposed
area of research, as agreed to by the Head of School. (Note: students must achieve at least a WAM of 67.5% in the
coursework component); and
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Course Program
ISIT940 Research Methods Autumn/Spring 6
Plus 18 credit points of 900-level subjects offered in Information Systems to be approved by the Course Coordinator
THES924 Thesis Full-time Annual 48
THES912 Thesis Part-time 24 Law
Candidates who fail to meet the requisite standard for the coursework component may have their enrolment cancelled.
In this case, a candidate may be eligible to apply for credit transfer into a 48 credit point Masters by coursework degree.
A candidate may not include for this degree subjects similar in content to subjects included in their Honours or Masters.
Each candidate shall have a supervisor and if appropriate a co-supervisor appointed on the recommendation of the Head
of Postgraduate Studies (HPS) or the Head of School of Information Systems and Technology.
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For areas of interest available to candidates undertaking the Master of Information Systems and Technology – Research,
please refer to Current Research Areas under the Doctor of Philosophy entry from the School of Information Systems
and Technology.
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Master of Health Informatics
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Health Informatics
Abbreviation: MHlthInfo
Arts

Commerce
Overview
Health services in Australia, as in most countries, are experiencing a surge of interest and investment in e-health. This
Creative Arts
program is designed to provide IT professionals with a better understanding of the specifics of health informatics and
provide health professionals with a better understanding of IT within their industry.
The program aims to equip graduates with an understanding of the health sector, and of the application of relevant
systems, in order to take on key roles in successful strategy development and health systems projects.

Education
A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree, with an average of at least 60%, in information
technology, computer science or an ICT-related specialisation.
Applicants with a three-year degree in Health Science plus at least one year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
employment in a position related to Health will be considered by the Faculty.
Course Requirements
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Candidates must successfully complete eight (8) subjects, including:

1. Three (3) Core Subjects (18cp); and
2. Five (5) subjects (30cp) chosen from the list of electives below, or three subjects (18cp) plus ISIT998 IT Research
Report (12cp).
Course Program

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Core Subjects
ISIT929 Concepts and Issues in Healthcare Computing Spring 6
ISIT930 Introduction to Health Informatics Autumn 6
Elective Subjects
Plus at least 30 credit points from the following:
Informatics
SHS 931 Public Health Communication & Data Skills Autumn/Spring 6

ISIT901 Information Systems Strategic Planning Spring 6
ISIT905 Technology Management and Innovation Autumn 6
ISIT940 IT Research Methods Autumn/Spring 6
ISIT998 IT Research Report Spring/Annual 12
INFO911 Data Mining and Knowledge Discovery Spring 6
MCS9102 Information Systems Autumn 6
Law
MCS9201 Professional Practice & Ethics Autumn 6

or any other subject approved by the Head of School or the Course Coordinator/s prior to commencement.
NOTE: Not all subjects may be available every year. In addition, an IT background is assumed for some of the listed
electives. Students should consult with the course coordinator to ensure appropriate subjects chosen.
View alternate electives here.

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The Master of Health Informatics is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting requirements for
membership at an “Associate Level”.
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School

Arts
Commerce
Overview
Creative Arts
Entry Requirements
Education
Engineering
Course Requirements

Sciences
Informatics
Law

Science
To be advised.
Credit
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School
Masters.

Further Information
Ms Angela Brown
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+61 2 4221 3339

[email protected]
Master of Information and Communication Technology

Commerce
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Information and Communication Technology

Abbreviation: MICT
Creative Arts
Location: Wollongong; INTI College, Sarawak, Malaysia

Overview
The MICT and MICT(Adv) are designed to meet the needs of both the ICT industry and of a diverse cohort of students.
Education
Students with a strong technical background can do majors which focus on managerial skills that will assist them to be
promoted within their company or to seek higher positions in other companies. Students with less developed technical
skills can choose a major to strengthen those skills, making them far more employable both in Australia and overseas.
Various combinations of the technical and managerial majors allow student to get a broad set of skills that are highly
employable. In addition, the degrees provide an excellent pathway to a future in research, such as doing a PhD. By
choosing a set of majors wisely, students can prepare themselves for almost any future in the ICT industry or academia.
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A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree, with a 60% average, in an area related to ICT (eg
Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science) or
A Graduate Diploma in IS or IT from the University of Wollongong with an average mark of 60% or
A Master of Information Technology Studies from the University of Wollongong with and average mark of 60%.
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Credit Transfer
Students who have successfully completed the Master of Information and Communication Technology may apply to
enter the MICTAdv.
Course Requirements
The degree requires satisfactory completion of 900 level subjects to the value of at least 48 credit points, including:
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1. a) at least two of the four (4) core subjects below, which must include ISIT900:
Subject Session Credit Points
ISIT900 Fundamentals of Contemporary Technologies Autumn/Spring 6
ISIT903 Enterprise Architecture Design Autumn 6
ISIT904 Systems Integration Spring 6
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b) At least 18cp of subjects selected from the ISIT Graduate Subjects List;
c) i) A maximum of three (3) subjects (18cp) at 900-level may be taken from the following subject prefixes CSCI, MCS,
MATH, STAT, ECTE or TBS. (Note that quotas may apply to TBS subjects offered at the Sydney Business School.)
ii) a maximum of six (6) subjects (36cp) with an MTS prefix
iii) Any other 900-level subjects must be approved by the Head of School prior to commencing the subject.
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2. To be awarded with a single major, a candidate shall satisfactorily complete 36cp of subjects as set out in the relevant
programs below, while still complying with requirement 1(b) and 1(c) above.
3. This degree may be completed without attempting a major area of study.
4. Students who do not attempt a major will require additional credit points to satisfy rules b) and c). These may be
taken either:
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i) from one of the recommended programs of study (24 cp) plus 12 cp of other subjects from the ISITGraduate
Subjects List or
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ii) as 36 cp of other subjects from the ISIT Graduate Subjects List.

Candidates enrolled in this degree may choose to major in:
· IT Strategic Planning
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· Enterprise Networking
· Information Systems Development
ICT Strategic Planning Major
A total of 36 cp, at least 18 cp from the following and up to 18 cp of TBS subjects
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ISIT905 Technology Management and Innovation 6 Not on offer 2010
ISIT916 Organisational Issues in IT 6 Autumn
ISIT917 Business Intelligence and Knowledge Management 6 Autumn
ISIT901 IS Strategic Planning 6 Spring
ISIT906 Information Design and Content Management 6 Spring
ISIT908 IT Governance 6 Spring
Enterprise
Creative Arts
Networking Major
A total of 36 cp chosen from the following
ISIT905 Technology Management and Innovation 6 Autumn
ISIT909 Advanced BPM 6 Autumn
ISIT918 Strategic Network Management 6 Autumn
ISIT937 IT Security & Risk Mgmt 6 Not on offer 2010
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ISIT938 e-Business Technology 6 Autumn
ISIT910 IT-enabled Supply Chain Management 6 Not on offer 2010
ISIT925 Strategic Network Design 6 Spring
ISIT951 Web Services and SOA 6 Spring
Information Systems Development Major
A total of 36 cp selected from the following
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ISIT950 Systems Development Methodologies 6 Autumn
MTS9201 Information & Communication Security Issues 6 Spring
MTS9204 Principles of e-Business 6 Autumn
MTS9207 Web Programming 1 6 Spring
MTS9218 System Design & Human Computer Interaction 6 Autumn
MTS9311 Database Management Systems 6 Autumn

MTS9332 Business Process Management 6 Spring
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MTS9306 Strategic e-Business Solutions 6 Autumn
Either one of the following:
MTS9318 Information Systems Project 12 Annual
MTS9351 Information Technology Project 12 Annual
Programs of Study
Informatics
· Health Informatics
· ICT Research
Health Informatics program of study consists of all of the following 24 cp:
ISIT906 Information Design & Content Management 6 Spring
ISIT917 Business Intelligence & Knowledge Management 6 Autumn
ISIT929 Concepts & Issues in Healthcare Computing 6 Spring
ISIT930 Introduction to Health Informatics 6 Autumn Law
ICT Research Programs of Study consists of all of the following 24 cp:
ISIT999 ICT Research Project 18 Annual
ISIT940 Research Methods 6 Autumn/Spring
The Master of Information and Communication Technology is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting
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requirements for membership at a “Professional Level”.

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Master of Information and Communication Technology Advanced
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Information and Communication Technology Advanced
Abbreviation: MICTAdv
Arts

Commerce
Overview
This degree is designed to meet the needs of both the ICT industry and of a diverse cohort of students. Students with a
Creative Arts
strong technical background can do majors which focus on managerial skills that will assist them to be promoted within
their company or to seek higher positions in other companies. Students with less developed technical skills can choose a
major to strengthen those skills, making them far more employable both in Australia and overseas.Various combinations
of the technical and managerial majors allow students to get a broad set of skills that are highly employable. In addition,
the degrees provide an excellent pathway to a future in research, such as doing a PhD. By choosing a set of majors wisely,
students can prepare themselves for almost any future in the ICT industry or academia.
Education

A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree, with a 60% average, in an area related to ICT (eg
Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science) OR
A Graduate Diploma in IS or IT from the University of Wollongong with an average mark of 60%.

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The MICT at UOW provides credit towards the MICTAdv.

Also, MICTAdv students may choose to exit early with a MICT if they fulfil the requirements of that degree.
Course Requirements
1) The degree requires satisfactory completion of 900 level subjects to the value of at least 96 credit points, including:
a) four (4) core subjects (24cp):

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Core Subjects Session CP

ISIT900 Fundamentals of Contemporary Technologies Autumn/Spring 6
ISIT903 Enterprise Architecture Design Autumn 6
b) at least 54cp of subjects selected from the ISIT Graduate Subjects List;
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i) A maximum of three (3) subjects (18 cp) at 900-level may be taken from the following subject prefixes: CSCI,
MCS, MATH, STAT, ECTE or TBS. (Note that quotas may apply to TBS subjects offered at the Sydney Business
School.)
ii) a maximum of 36cp of subjects with an MTS prefix.
iii) Any other 900-level subjects must be approved by the Head of School prior to commencing the subject.
2) To be awarded with a single major, a candidate shall satisfactorily complete 36 cp of subjects as set out in the relevant
programs below, while still complying with requirements 1(b) and 1(c) above.
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3) To be awarded with a double major, candidates must ensure that the 36cp of subjects selected satisfy the requirements
of one major and that a separate set of 36cp of subjects satisfy the requirements of a second major, i.e. any subject
counted towards one major cannot also be counted towards a second major.
4) Students attempting only a single major will require additional credit points to satisfy rules b) and c). These may be
taken either
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i) from one of the recommended programs of study (24 cp) plus 12 cp of other subjects from the ISIT Graduate
Subjects List or
ii) as 36 cp of other subjects from the ISIT Graduate Subjects List.
5) This degree may not be completed without attempting a major area of study i.e. at least 1 major must be completed.

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Candidates enrolled in this degree may choose to major in:

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· ICT Strategic Planning

· Enterprise Networking
· Information Systems Development

ICT Strategic Planning Major
A total of 36 cp, at least 18 cp from the following and up to 18 cp of TBS subjects
ISIT905 Technology Management & Innovation 6 Autumn
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ISIT916 Organisational Issues & IT 6 Autumn
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Enterprise Networking Major
A total of 36 cp chosen from the following:
ISIT905 Technology Management & Innovation 6 Autumn
ISIT909 Advanced Business Process Management 6 Autumn
ISIT918 Strategic Network Management 6 Autumn
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ISIT937 IT Security & Risk Management 6 Autumn
ISIT938 e-Business Technology 6 Autumn
ISIT910 IT-enabled Supply Chain Management 6 Spring
ISIT951 Web Services and Service Oriented Architecture 6 Spring
Information Systems Development Major
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A total of 36 cp chosen from the following:
ISIT950 Systems Development Methodologies 6 Autumn
MTS9201 Information & Communication Security 6 Spring
MTS9207 Web Programming 1 6 Spring
MTS9218 Systems Design & Human Computer Interaction 6 Autumn
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Either one or other of the following:

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Programs of Study
· Health Informatics
· ICT Research
Health Informatics program of study
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Consists of all of the following 24 cp:
ISIT929 Concepts & Issues in Healthcare Computing 6 Spring
ISIT930 Introduction to Health Informatics 6 Autumn
ICT Research program of study Law
Consists of all of the following 24 cp:

ISIT999 ICT Research Project 18 Annual
ISIT940 IT Research Methods 6 Autumn/Spring
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The Master of Information and Communication Technology Advanced is accredited by the Australian Computer Society
as meeting requirements for membership at a “Professional Level”.
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School

Master of Information Systems
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Information Systems
Abbreviation: MInfoSys
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Starting Session(s): Autumn/Spring/Summer
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Overview
The Master of Information Systems degree specialising in Information Systems provides graduates with the opportunity
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to study advanced topics in information systems and to undertake a research project in one of the areas of research
interest in the Information Systems Discipline. The program aims to both deepen and broaden the knowledge and skills
of students in systems development methodologies, systems management, electronic commerce and a selected area of
Information Systems research.

A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree, with a 60% average, in an area related to Information and
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Communication Technology (eg Information Systems, Information Technology, Computer Science).
Course Requirements
The degree requires the satisfactory completion of 900 level subjects to the value of at least 48 credit points (see below).
Consisting of:
a) Five (5) core subjects (36 credit points)
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b) Two (2) subjects (12 credit points) selected from Graduate Subject List.
Core Subjects
ISIT900 Fundamentals of Contemporary Technology Autumn/Spring 6
ISIT901 Information Systems Strategic Planning Spring 6
ISIT945 Information Systems Project Annual 12

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ISIT950 Systems Development Methodologies Autumn 6
Graduate Subject List

ISIT903 Enterprise Architect Design Autumn 6
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ISIT905 Technology Management and Innovation Autumn 6
ISIT906 Information Design and Content Management Spring 6
ISIT908 IT Governance Spring 6
ISIT909 Advanced Business Process Management Spring 6
ISIT910 IT-Enabled Supply Chain Management Spring 6
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The Master of Information Systems degree has been accredited, by the Australian Computer Society, for membership at a
‘Professional’ level.
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School

Master of Information Technology Studies
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Information Technology Studies
Abbreviation: MITS
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Starting Session(s): Spring
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Overview
This course is primarily a re-training degree, intended to give graduates from other disciplines the core skills required
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by an IT or IS practitioner. The 8 core subjects, which make up the MITS, give students the fundamental skills of
Information Systems development.

A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree.
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The Master of Information Technology Studies from UOW will provide credit towards the Master of Information
Technology Studies Advanced.
Course Requirements
The degree requires the satisfactory completion of 900 level subjects to the value of at least 48 credit points. Students
must select 8 of the following:
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MTS9100 Systems Analysis 6 Spring
MTS9111 Programming Concepts 6 Spring
MTS9112 Database 6 Spring
MTS9114 Object Oriented Programming 6 Spring#

MTS9207 Web Programming I 6 Spring
MTS9105 Communications & Networks 6 Autumn
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MTS9206 Web Technologies 6 Autumn
# not recommended for students without a programming background.
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Accreditation by the Australian Computer Society for membership at a ‘Associate level’ for the Master of Information
Technology Studies has been approved.
Master of Information Technology Studies Advanced

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Information Technology Studies Advanced
Abbreviation: MITSAdv
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Overview
The course is primarily a re-training degree, intended to give graduates from other disciplines the core skills required
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by an IT or IS practitioner. The 11 core subjects which make up the MITS(Adv) give students the fundamental skills
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of Information Systems development. The MITS(Adv) also gives students the opportunity to specialise via one of three
programs of study. The Enterprise Systems Management program of study is intended for graduates seeking an ICT
management role or intending to undertake further study at Masters level.

Students articulating from the Master of Information Technology Studies Advanced to the Master of Information &
Communication Technology (MICT) or Master of Information & Communication Technology Advanced (MICTAdv)
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may be eligible for up to 18cp of credit transfer. Students should note the following constraints on this credit transfer:
i) if students use up to 18 cp of MTS subjects towards to MICT or MICTAdv they will not be eligible for the major in
Information Systems Development in the or MICT or MICTAdv;
ii) if students undertake the Enterprise Systems Management program in MITS, they may use up to 18cp of ISIT
subjects towards the MICT or MICTAdv. However, they must NOT take more than 3 subjects from the core of
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that program (ie of the MICT core). If a student had done 4 subjects from the MICT core while completing the
MITS he or she would not be able to count the fourth subject and so would not be able to complete one of the
requirements of the MICT or MICT(Adv).

A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree.
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Course Program
The Master of Information Technology Studies Advanced requires satisfactory completion of 96 credit points (cp).
Consisting of:
1. 11 core subjects (72 cp). Chosen from the following:
MTS9111 Programming Concepts 6 Spring
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MTS9100 Systems Analysis 6 Spring

MTS9112 Database 6 Spring
MTS9114 Object Oriented Programming 6 Spring
MTS9207 Web programming 6 Spring
MTS9105 Communications & networks 6 Autumn
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MTS9301 Professional Practice and Ethics 6 Autumn


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2. A program of study (24 cp). Chosen from the following:

E-Business Program of Study 24 cp: A total of FOUR (4) subjects as specified below:
Code Subject Credit Points Session
MCS9206 Markup languages 6 Autumn
MTS9208 Strategic Systems Management 6 Spring
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Networking Program of Study 24 cp: A total of FOUR (4) subjects as specified below:
MTS9201 Information & Communication Security Issues 6 Spring
MTS9212 Corporate Network Planning & Design 6 Spring
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MCS9322 Systems Administration 6 Spring

MTS9302 Corporate Network Management 6 Autumn
Enterprise Systems Management Program of Study 24cp: A total of FOUR (4) subjects as specified below:
NB.This program is only recommended for students with work experience in the ICT industry. Students attempting
this program should only begin this program in the second year of the degree.
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Up to 3 of the following core subjects
ISIT900 Fundamentals of Emerging Technologies 6 Autumn
ISIT903 Enterprise Architecture Design 6 Autumn
ISIT904 Systems Integration 6 Spring
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ISIT946 Project and Change Management 6 Spring

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Plus up to 4 of the following:


ISIT905 Technology Management & Innovation 6 Not on offer
2010
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ISIT909 Advanced BPM 6 Spring
ISIT910 IT-enabled Supply Chain Management 6 Not on offer
2010
ISIT916 Organisational issues in IT 6 Autumn
Commerce
ISIT924 Simulation and Modelling 6 Spring
ISIT937 IT Security and Risk Management 6 Not on offer
2010
ISIT938 e-Business Technologies 6 Autumn
ISIT951 Web Services and SOA 6 Spring
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Accreditation by the Australian Computer Society for membership at a ‘Professional level’ for the Master of Information
Technology Studies Advanced has been approved.
Master of Information Technology Management
Education
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Information Technology Management
Abbreviation: MITM
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Location: Wollongong/ offshore#
# By request.

Overview
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The organisational challenge of introducing and managing information technology is daunting. Today’s business requires
IT strategic planning to be an integral part of the organisation’s strategic plan.
This degree is aimed primarily at professionals who wish to progress upwards or broaden their career opportunities in the
ICT industry, and covers both IT strategic planning and implementation and organisational management.
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A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree with at least a 60% average in an area related to ICT
(eg Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Information Systems, Computer Engineering, Electrical
Engineering, and Telecommunications Engineering).
Applicants with a degree in any area plus at least one year full-time employment in the ICT industry will be considered.
Students with an average mark of at least 60% in their three-year Bachelor degree, but with little or no background in
IT, may be considered. Under special circumstances, applicants with other academic or professional qualifications, plus a
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minimum of five years full-time (or 10 years part-time) work experience in the ICT industry, may be considered by the
Faculty.
Course Requirements
Candidates must successfully complete eight subjects, including:
1. Four subjects from Group A; and
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2. Four subjects from Group B.

Group A: At least 24 cp of coursework taken from:
ISIT900 Fundamentals of Contemporary Technologies 6
ISIT901 Information Systems Strategic Planning 6
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ISIT903 Enterprise Architecture Design 6

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ISIT904 Systems Integration 6

ISIT905 Technology Management and Innovation* (Not available 2010) 6
ISIT906 Information Design and Content Management 6
ISIT908 Information Technology Governance* 6

ISIT909 Advanced Business Process Management 6
ISIT910 IT-enabled Supply Chain Management 6
ISIT916 Organisational Issues in Information Technology 6
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ISIT917 Business Intelligence and Knowledge Management 6

ISIT918 Strategic Network Management 6
ISIT932 Special Topics in IS and IT B 6
ISIT937 Information Technology Security and Risk Management 6
ISIT946 Project and Change Management 6
*these subjects appear in BOTH Group A & B subject lists. They can NOT be counted to fulfil requirements for
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both lists.
Group B Either of the following
ISIT905 Technology Management and Innovation* 6
OR
ISIT908 IT Governance* 6
Plus At least 18 cp of coursework taken from:
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MARK901 Internet Applications for Marketing 6

TBS 901 Accounting for Managers 6
TBS 902 Statistics for Decision Making 6
TBS 906 Information Systems for Managers 6
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TBS 913 Innovation Topics & Cases 6

TBS 920 International Business Strategy 6
TBS 950 Quality in Management 6
TBS 981 Managing in Multinational Companies 6
Or any other subject approved by the Head of School, prior to commencement
NB: TBS subjects are offered by the University of Wollongong Sydney Business School. Start dates differ from the
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standard University Calendar. Quotas may apply to TBS subjects offered at the Sydney Business School.
Credit Arrangements
Upon successful completion of the MITM, students who meet the Master of Business Administration (MBA) entry
requirements may apply to enrol in the MBA degree and, if successful, will be required to complete a further six (6)
specified subjects (36 credit points) as determined by the MBA co-ordinator.

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Upon successful completion of the MITM, students may apply to enrol in MICT, MICTAdv only if they satisfy the
requirements for the specific degree. It should be noted that all these degrees require an average mark of 65% in either an
undergraduate degree in ICT or the Graduate Diploma in Information Systems & Technology from UOW.
The Master of Information Technology Management is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting
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requirements for membership at an “Associate Level”.
Abbreviation: PhD
Home Faculty: Informatics (School of Mathematics and Applied Statistics)
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Delivery Mode: On Campus (Supervised individual research)
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Overview
body of knowledge in mathematical or statistical studies. This qualification can lead to, or enhance, an academic career
and is highly regarded by private and public sector employers.
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A four-year Honours Bachelor degree in any relevant area of Mathematics or Statistics (Class II, Division 2 or higher); or
a Master of Science – Research (Mathematics) or (Statistics) with a strong performance in the 48 credit point thesis, or
equivalent.

Course Requirements
This program is 100% by thesis (carrying weighting of 48 credit points per year). Students may be required to attend
lectures in relevant topics on occasion throughout the program.
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Please refer to staff web pages at www.math.uow.edu.au for current research areas.
Other Information
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It is possible to downgrade enrolment from a PhD to a Master of Science - Research, with the permission of the Head of
School.
Master of Science - Research (Mathematics)

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Overview
This program is designed to consolidate and expand students’ knowledge at an advanced level in their area of interest
in mathematics. The degree will provide students with the skills required for sound practice in mathematics research in
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preparation for doctoral level research.

Division 2 or higher in Mathematics, or an equivalent Masters by coursework degree in Mathematics.

Entry from a relevant Pass Bachelors degree, or Pass Bachelor degree and Graduate Diploma, with a very good academic
record is also possible.
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Candidates with an Honours Bachelor degree at a standard of Class II, Division 2 or higher, or an equivalent Masters by
coursework degree, may be given exemption from all, or some, of the 24 credit points of coursework.
Course Requirements
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The program must be completed in a maximum time of two (2) years full-time (or four (4) years part-time) and requires
satisfactory completion of the following:
1. 24 credit points of subjects chosen from the 900-level Mathematics subjects listed below, which together provide
research skills and competencies required to complete a research project in Mathematics.
The registration of a candidate will be subject to termination if that candidate fails subjects to the total value of 18 or
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more credit points.

Each candidate shall have a supervisor appointed on the recommendation of the Head of Postgraduate Studies.
900-Level Mathematics Subjects
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INFO912 Mathematics for Cryptography Autumn 6

MATH902 Solution of Differential Equations by One-Parameter Groups Autumn 6
MATH971 Advanced Topics in Applied Mathematics A Autumn 6
MATH972 Advanced Topics in Applied Mathematics B Autumn/Spring 6
MATH973 Advanced Topics in Pure Mathematics A Autumn/Spring 6
MATH974 Advanced Topics in Pure Mathematics B Spring 6
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MATH980 Preliminary Topics in Mathematics A Autumn 6

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MATH981 Preliminary Topics in Mathematics B Spring 6

MATH982 Preliminary Topics in Mathematics C Autumn 6
Note the content of the subjects MATH971, MATH972, MATH973, MATH974, MATH980, MATH 981 and MATH
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982 may vary each year. However, each year it will be possible to specialize in either applied mathematics or pure
mathematics.
A list of topics that will be covered within each of the above subjects will be available in the subject database each year.
These topics will include those offered by UOW staff, those from the Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute Summer
and Winter graduate schools and classes available remotely, via the School’s access grid room.
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For areas of research available to candidates undertaking the Master of Science – Research (Mathematics), please refer to
staff web pages at www.math.uow.edu.au.
Other Information
Before the award Master of Science - Research (Mathematics) is conferred on a candidate who holds a testamur of the
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University of Wollongong for the degree of Master of Mathematics the candidate shall surrender the testamur and the
corresponding rights to the degree of Master of Mathematics.
It is possible to upgrade enrolment from a Master of Science – Research to a PhD, in certain circumstances. Consult the
HDR Handbook: Course Transfers for more information.
Master of Science - Research (Statistics)

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Overview
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This program is designed to consolidate and expand students’ knowledge at an advanced level in their area of interest in
statistics. The degree will further enhance the analytical and communication skills required by a professional statistician,
as well as provide students with the skills required for sound practice in statistics research in preparation for doctoral level
research.

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Division 2 or higher in Statistics, or an equivalent Masters by coursework degree in Statistics.
Entry from a relevant Pass Bachelor degree, or Pass Bachelor degree and Graduate Diploma, with a very good academic
record is also possible.
Course Requirements
The program must be completed in a maximum time of two years full-time (or four years part-time) and requires
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satisfactory completion of the following:

1. 24 credit points of subjects chosen from the 900-level Statistics subjects listed below, which together provide research
skills and competencies required to complete a research project in Statistics.
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more credit points.

900-Level Statistics Subjects
STAT901 Modern Inference Autumn 6
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STAT902 Advanced Data Analysis Autumn 6

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STAT903 Survey Design and Analysis Spring 6

STAT904 Statistical Consulting Spring 6
STAT905 Time Series n/o 2010 6
STAT906 Experimental Design Autumn 6

STAT971 Preliminary Topics in Statistics A Autumn 6
STAT972 Preliminary Topics in Statistics B Autumn/Spring 6
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STAT981 Advanced Topics in Statistics A Autumn 6
STAT982 Advanced Topics in Statistics B Spring 6
STAT983 Advanced Topics in Statistics C Autumn 6
Note the content of the subjects STAT971, STAT972, STAT980, STAT981 and STAT982 may vary each year. A list of
topics that will be covered within the above subjects in a particular year will be available on the subject database. These
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topics include those offered by UOW staff, those from the Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute Summer and Winter
graduate schools and classes available remotely, via the School’s access grid room.

For areas of research available to candidates undertaking the Master of Science – Research (Statistics), please refer to staff
web pages at www.math.uow.edu.au.
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Other Information
Before the award Master of Science - Research (Statistics) is conferred on a candidate who holds a testamur of the
University of Wollongong for the degree of Master of Statistics; the candidate shall surrender the testamur and the
corresponding rights to the degree of Master of Statistics.
It is possible to upgrade enrolment from a Master of Science – Research to a PhD, in certain circumstances. Consult the
HDR Handbook: Course Transfers for more information.
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Master of Mathematics
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Mathematics
Abbreviation: MMath
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Overview
This program is designed to consolidate and expand the mathematics knowledge gained by a student in an undergraduate
program and to develop skills in undertaking mathematical research projects.
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A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree with a major in a relevant area of Mathematics, or
equivalent. Applicants with a tertiary qualification containing a minimum of two (2) years of mathematics may be
considered.
Course Requirements
The degree will normally occupy two (2) sessions of full-time study or four (4) sessions of part-time study, and requires
satisfactory completion of at least 48 credit points, as set out in the following course program. Law
more credit points.
Candidates must complete one of MATH990 or MATH991, plus further subjects to make a total of 48 credit points.
Apart from MATH990 and MATH991, further subjects may be chosen from the course program listed below. The final
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program is subject to the approval of the Head of Postgraduate Studies.
Course Program
MATH902 Solution of differential equations by one parameter groups Autumn 6
MATH990 Minor Project Autumn/Spring 6
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Or, with the approval of the Head of Postgraduate Studies, candidates may replace MATH990 with:
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MATH991 Project Annual 12

Plus at least 42 credit points (or 36 credit points if MATH991 is undertaken) chosen from the following list, as approved
by the Head of Postgraduate Studies:

MATH971 Advanced Topics in Applied Mathematics A Autumn 6
MATH972 Advanced Topics in Applied Mathematics B Spring 6
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MATH973 Advanced Topics in Pure Mathematics A Autumn 6

MATH974 Advanced Topics in Pure Mathematics B Spring 6
MATH980 Preliminary Topics in Mathematics A Autumn 6
MATH981 Preliminary Topics in Mathematics B Spring 6
MATH982 Preliminary Topics in Mathematics C Autumn 6
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Or any other 900-level subjects offered by the School of Mathematics and Applied Statistics, as approved by the Head of
School and/or Head of Postgraduate Studies.
Note the content of the subjects MATH971, MATH972, MATH973, MATH974, MATH980, MATH 981 and MATH
982 may vary each year. However, each year it will be possible to specialise in either applied mathematics or pure
mathematics.
A list of topics that will be covered within the above subjects in any one year will be available in the subject database
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towards the end of each preceding year. These subjects include those offered by UOW staff, those from the Australian
Mathematical Sciences Institute Summer and Winter graduate schools and classes available remotely, via the School’s
access grid room.
In exceptional circumstances and subject to approval by the Head of Postgraduate Studies, up to two 6 credit point
subjects may be replaced by 900-level subjects of the same value offered by Units other than the School of Mathematics
and Applied Statistics.
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Other Information
Students who satisfactorily complete the Masters degree are eligible to apply for entry to the Master of Science -
Research (Mathematics).
Master of Statistics
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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Statistics

Abbreviation: MStat

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Overview
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This program is designed to upgrade statistical skills, and to educate the candidate to undertake advanced statistical work
in industry, commerce or government, including the ability to communicate effectively with the users of their skills.

A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree with a major in Statistics (or a Graduate Diploma in
Statistics), or equivalent. Applicants with a tertiary qualification containing a minimum of two years of statistics may be
considered.
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Course Requirements
satisfactory completion of at least 48 credit points, as set out in the following course program.
more credit points.
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Course Program
STAT990 Minor Project Autumn/Spring 6
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or, with the approval of the Head of Postgraduate Studies, candidates may replace STAT990 with:
STAT991 Project Annual 12
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Electives
Plus at least 42 credit points (or 36 credit points if STAT991 is undertaken) chosen from the following list, as approved by
the Head of Postgraduate Studies:
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STAT901 Modern Inference Autumn 6
STAT902 Advanced Data Analysis Autumn 6
STAT903 Survey Design and Analysis Spring 6
STAT904 Statistical Consulting Spring 6
STAT905 Time Series n/o 2010 6
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STAT906 Experimental Design Autumn 6
STAT971 Preliminary Topics in Statistics A Autumn 6
STAT972 Preliminary Topics in Statistics B Autumn/Spring 6
STAT981 Advanced Topics in Statistics A Autumn 6
STAT982 Advanced Topics in Statistics B Spring 6
STAT983 Advanced Topics in Statistics C Autumn 6
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Or any other 900-level subjects offered by the School of Mathematics and Applied Statistics, as approved by the Head of
Postgraduate Studies.
Note the content of the subjects STAT971, STAT972, STAT980, STAT981 and STAT982 may vary each year. A list of
topics that will be covered within the above subjects in a particular year will be available on the subject database. These
topics include those offered by UOW staff, those from the Australian Mathematical Sciences Institute Summer and Winter
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graduate schools and classes available remotely, via the School’s access grid room.
In exceptional circumstances and subject to approval by the Head of Postgraduate Studies, up to two 6 credit point
subjects may be replaced by other 900-level subjects of the same or greater value.
Other Information
Students who satisfactorily complete the Masters degree are eligible to apply for entry to the Masters of Science –
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Research (Statistics).
Master of Financial Mathematics

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Financial Mathematics
Abbreviation: MFinMath

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Informatics
Overview
To provide students with a first degree in areas such as mathematics, finance, economics, business, engineering or science
with training in quantitative financial analysis and a range of analytical, statistical, computational and modelling skills
needed for the formulation, implementation and evaluation of models in the financial sector to structure transactions,
evaluate financial derivatives, manage risk and construct investment strategies. Law

A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree with a major in mathematics or statistics.
Applicants with other three-year degrees will be considered if they possess a substantial background in mathematics
(including calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, probability and statistics) equivalent to at least a second-year
Bachelor level.
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Course Requirements
satisfactory completion of at least 48 credit points, as set out in the following course program.
Course Program
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FIN921 Managerial Finance Autumn/Spring 6

MATH941 Financial Calculus Autumn 6
MATH942 Numerical Methods in Finance Spring 6
MATH943 Practitioners’ Seminars Annual 0

STAT921 Linear and Generalised Linear Models Spring 6
and
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FIN920 Advanced Risk and Insurance Spring 6

or
FIN926 Advanced Managerial Finance Spring 6
Plus one STAT and one FIN subject chosen from:

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STAT922 Statistical Inference Spring 6

STAT923 Applied Probability & Financial Risk Autumn 6
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All graduates of this program satisfy the education requirements for Senior Associate membership of the Financial
Services Institute of Australasia. (Senior Associate membership requires three years practical experience as well as the
educational component).
Master of Mathematical Studies

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Mathematical Studies
Education
Abbreviation: MMathStud
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Overview
The Master of Mathematical Studies is designed for candidates who have an existing degree with at least first year
mathematics. It is intended for candidates wishing to update and broaden their mathematical and/or statistical training at
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Bachelor level. This program is designed to consolidate and expand the mathematics knowledge gained by a student in an
undergraduate program and to develop skills in undertaking mathematical research projects.

A degree equivalent to a three-year Australian Bachelor degree with at least one year of mathematics.
Course Requirements
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satisfactory completion of at least 48 credit points of Group A and B subjects, as set out in the list below. Candidates must
complete at least 24cp of group B subjects. Entry into MATH990 or STAT990 is subject to the candidate completing
at least 18cp of Group A or B subjects, with a minimum WAM of 65. The selection of subjects must be approved by the
Head of Postgraduate Studies (HPS). The HPS will disallow subject choices for which the content is largely equivalent
to subjects for which credit has already been obtained in other degree programs. Up to 12cp of other 900-level subjects,
from the School of Mathematics and Applied Statistics or other units, may be included in the degree, if approved by the
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Head of Postgraduate Studies.
Course Program
Group A subjects
GHMD983 Statistics in Health Research Spring 6
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ISIT924 Simulation and Modelling Spring 6

MMS9201 Multivariate and Vector Calculus Autumn 6
MMS9202 Differential Equations 2 Spring 6
MMS9203 Linear Algebra Autumn 6
MMS9204 Complex Variables and Group Theory Spring 6
MMS9212 Applied Mathematical Modelling 2 Spring 6
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MMS9222 Continuous Mathematics Autumn 6

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MMS9231 Probability and Random Variables Autumn 6

MMS9232 Estimation and Hypothesis Testing Spring 6
Group B subjects
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MMS9302 Differential Equations 3 Autumn 6
MMS9305 Partial Differential Equations Spring 6
MMS9312 Applied Mathematical Modelling 3 Autumn 6
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MMS9313 Industrial Mathematical Modelling n/o 2010 6
MMS9322 Algebra Autumn 6
MMS9323 Topology and Chaos Spring 6
MMS9324 Calculus of Variations and Geometry n/o 2010 6
MMS9325 Wavelets n/o 2010 6
MATH941 Financial Calculus Autumn 6
MATH942 Numerical Methods in Finance Spring 6
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MATH990 Project Autumn/Spring 6
STAT921 Linear and Generalised Linear Models Spring 6
STAT922 Statistical Inference Spring 6
STAT923 Applied Probability and Financial Risk Autumn 6
MMS9335 Sample Surveys and Experimental Design Spring 6
STAT990 Minor Project Autumn/Spring 6
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Other Information
Students who satisfactorily complete the Master of Mathematical Science Studies degree are eligible for entry to the
Master of Mathematics, Master of Statistics and the Master of Financial Mathematics..
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SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS CSCI925 Human Computer Interaction
CSCI910 Formal Methods in Credit Points: 6
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Software Engineering Co-requisites: None
Credit Points: 6 help managers of information technology projects
Pre-requisites: None understand and appreciate issues that affect the usability
Co-requisites: None and utility of software, from a user point of view, and
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Subject Description: This subject introduces students how to ensure that introducing new software to the
to formal methods for software specification. The organization will improve work processes and increase
role of formal methods in the software development productivity. The subject examines the design, evaluation
process is explained and investigated. The subject uses and implementation of interactive computing systems
the Z notation as an example of a formal specification for human use and the major phenomena surrounding
technique and introduces software tools for the creation them. Students will be introduced to methods and
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and manipulation of Z specifications. Case studies of techniques used in evaluating user needs and the usability
safety-critical and real-time systems are used as a basis of the interactive system. They will be given the essential
for a study of the application of formal specification theoretical background to HCI approaches, methods
techniques. Topics will include: Introduction to formal and techniques followed by practical experience in
approaches to design and specification, Review of conducting deferent types of usability evaluations.
mathematical foundation for formal methods, use
of assertions and proof, analysis and verification of CSCI926 Software Testing and Analysis
Education
specification and design, disciplined approaches to design Autumn Wollongong On Campus

change, Z notation and its related software tools. Credit Points: 6
CSCI920 Contemporary Topics in Co-requisites: None
Computer Science Subject Description: Testing is a crucial task in the
Autumn Wollongong On Campus software development life cycle, and can easily exceed fifty
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percent of a project’s total development cost. This subject

Credit Points: 6 will provide students with practical software testing and
Pre-requisites: None analysis methods for software quality assurance. Topics
Co-requisites: None may include: software qualities, static analysis methods
Subject Description: This subject examines both the including reviews and analysis by tools, specification-
history and current trends in addition to ethical codes based or black-box testing techniques, structure-based
and professional practice within the computer science or white-box testing techniques, debugging techniques,
discipline. Topics covered will include influential people data flow analysis, model checking, automation of
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and devices, mathematical computation, hardware, testing, quality assurance for Web applications, testing
languages, paradigms, input and output of code, group for software security, testing throughout the software
work, professional and ethical responsibilities, social life cycle, test management, and the psychology of
context of computing, privacy and civil liberties, current testing. Practical components will include designing
and emergent trends including carbon centric coding, and implementing strategies and methods to test
cloud computing, quantum computing, Google chrome real-world programs effectively and efficiently.
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and ethical implications of current computing trends and

future trends. Within these areas student will examine CSCI927 Service-Oriented Software
and explore a wide range of topics with a view to Engineering
examining the current computing grand challenges. Spring Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 6
CSCI924 Reasoning and Learning Pre-requisites: None
Credit Points: 6
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Subject Description: This subject aims to provide

Pre-requisites: None students with a thorough understanding of the software
Co-requisites: None engineering aspects of the increasingly important
Subject Description: This subject introduces service-oriented computing paradigm. Topics covered
students to the concepts of agents and heuristics used include service-oriented architectures, service
in intelligent reasoning and learning systems. Topics modeling and requirements analysis, service semantics,
covered include multi-agent systems, agent safety,
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service discovery, service design, service composition,

agent liveliness, computational heuristics, machine service inter-operation, QoS factors, service-level
learning techniques, case based and other forms of agreement management, business process modeling
knowledge reasoning, temporal reasoning, knowledge and management, lifecycle management, compliance
extraction, ontology and complexity. It examines management, distributed transaction management,
software architectures and programming systems for privacy and trust. The subject will involve industry
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implementing reasoning, learning, searching and guest lectures and a practical development project.
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modelling to solve intelligent systems’ problems

in the presence of incomplete information.

CSCI928 Software Engineering Co-requisites: None
Requirements and Specifications Exclusions: IACT940
Spring Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: The program of study for
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Credit Points: 6 MCompSc & MCompSc(Adv),CSCI940 consists of
Pre-requisites: None attendance and participation at a series of seminars
Co-requisites: None on research methodology (including quantitative
Subject Description: This subject will demonstrate and qualitative analysis). Seminars will cover the
how software development can be viewed as a kind of purpose of research, formulating a research question,
engineering - an activity of building useful things to conducting a literature review and writing a research
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serve recognisable purposes. For software engineers, proposal. Students will learn how to design an
these useful things are a special kind of machine appropriate research plan. Requirements for scholarly
known as software systems. This subject emphasises the writing will also be discussed and the process of
importance of understanding the application domains undertaking a research project will be analysed
that software systems interact with and the problems CSCI941 Advanced Topics in
we try to solve in these domains. The subject focuses
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on writing explicit and precise descriptions known as: Computer Science A
(1) Requirements - descriptions of application domains Not on offer in 2010
and the problems to be solved there; (2) Specifications Credit Points: 6
- descriptions of the interface between the machine Pre-requisites: None
and the application domain. The subject addresses Co-requisites: None
techniques used to record, elicit, and reason about Subject Description: Topics will be selected from
these descriptions. The subject examines the approach those areas of computing science in which visiting staff
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to Requirements and Specification techniques taken members of the School are engaged in active research.
by a range of systems engineering methodologies. The
CSCI942 Advanced Topics in
concepts of method engineering are introduced and the
role of software tools to support this activity is discussed. Computer Science B
CSCI935 Computer Vision Credit Points: 6
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Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: Topics will be selected from
Co-requisites: None those areas of computing science in which visiting staff
Subject Description: This subject is designed to equip members of the School are engaged in active research.
the student with an understanding of the fundamental

tools required to analyse, design and implement CSCI943 Advanced Topics in
Computer Science C
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computer vision systems. Topics covered include low-
level, mid-level, and high-level vision; image formation; Not on offer in 2010
camera model and calibration, stereo vision; edge Credit Points: 6
detection and segmentation; thinning and skeletonising, Pre-requisites: None
binary morphological operations; object recognition, Co-requisites: None
image interpretation and scene understanding. Subject Description: Topics will be selected from
those areas of computing science in which visiting staff
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CSCI936 Visualisation members of the School are engaged in active research.
Credit Points: 6 CSCI944 Perception and Planning
Exclusions: CSCI963 Pre-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject examines a broad Co-requisites: None Law
range of visualisation techniques used in industry Subject Description: This subject explores ways
to assist researchers in analysis and interpretation in which a robot can combine data from variety of
of data. It introduces general techniques for the sensors to create or update a model of its environment,
display of univariate, multivariate and vector data in and then use this model to infer the consequences
one, two and higher independent dimensions. The of proposed actions. The subject will cover the
underlying geometric computational techniques use of internal sensors, such as those measuring
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are presented as well as their application in specific odometry and location, and external sensors including
fields. Topics include such areas as splines, contours, those for touch, vision, and range finding.
Voronoi diagrams, height fields, vector fields, atomic
modelling and 3D scalar fields.; Research papers provide CSCI946 Multimedia Content Management
source material for the majority of this subject. Spring Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 6
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CSCI940 CS Research Methodology Pre-requisites: None

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Spring Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: This subject covers the
Credit Points: 6 creation and management of digital media for
Pre-requisites: None multimedia applications. Multimedia systems combine

images, graphics, audio and text to interactively groups of about 3 students. Each group will work
communicate information. Each of these media independently on an implementation of a secure
has its own standards, algorithms and file formats. system requiring knowledge drawn from other subjects
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The foundations strand examines the principles of in the Information Security Major. The class will be
how media is created, described and managed. The provided with a foundational set of readings for the
practical strand explores the acquisition and editing development of a secure, probably distributed, system.
of digital video and audio with professional tools. This is not a research project in the sense of developing
a fundamentally new system, but research skills such as
CSCI964 Computational Intelligence literature analysis in documents and exploring resources
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Autumn Wollongong On Campus will be critical. Coding will be in either C or C++.

Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None CSCI971 Advanced Computer Security
Subject Description: This subject introduces Credit Points: 6
students to the basics of ‘soft’ computing. Primary Pre-requisites: None
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focus will be on artificial neural networks, with some Co-requisites: None

attention also given to genetic algorithms, (evolutionary Subject Description: This subject provides a review
computing), fuzzy logic and neurofuzzy expert of computer security. Topics include: digital signatures,
systems. Several application areas will be discussed, elliptic curve cryptography, El Gamal public key
primarily pattern recognition and/or classification. methods, the Advanced Encryption Standard (AES),
Security Standards, Security Evaluation Standards,
CSCI966 Coding for Secure Communication Linear Cryptanalysis, Differential Cryptanalysis.
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Credit Points: 6 CSCI981 Preliminary Topics in
Pre-requisites: None Computer Science B
Subject Description: This subject provides a Credit Points: 6
fundamental understanding of information protection Pre-requisites: None
and efficient coding strategies that can be used to ensure Co-requisites: None
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correctness, security and authenticity of data. It uses Subject Description: A selection of topics will be
entropy as the universal measure of information to analyse available from time to time to serve as preliminary
and explore fundamental bounds on the performance of material in the Master of Computer Science.
secure and reliable storage and communication systems,
and examine a range of coding schemes that form the CSCI982 Preliminary Topics in
main building blocks of such systems. It will include the Computer Science C
following topics. i) redundancy in data and compression Not on offer in 2010
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algorithms ii) efficient error control strategies for Credit Points: 6

secure and reliable communication and storage systems; Pre-requisites: None
iii) coding methods for secrecy and authenticity. Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: A selection of topics will be
CSCI968 Advanced Network Security available from time to time to serve as preliminary
Autumn Wollongong On Campus material in the Master of Computer Science.
Informatics
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None CSCI983 Preliminary Topics in
Co-requisites: None Computer Science D
Subject Description: This subject begins with a Not on offer in 2010
review of typical networking structures, and a brief Credit Points: 6
overview of security concerns. The effect on security Pre-requisites: None
of different network architectures will be considered. Co-requisites: None
Protocol design and analysis will be treated in depth,
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Subject Description: A selection of topics will be

in particular authentication and key exchange/ available from time to time to serve as preliminary
establishment protocols. Distributed or server aided material in the Master of Computer Science.
computation will be studied. Theoretical and practical
aspects of traffic analysis, intrusion detection and CSCI990 Computer Science Project
intrusion prevention systems will be studied. A range Annual Wollongong On Campus
of additional topics, such as wireless security and Spring2010/
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reverse engineering, will be included as appropriate Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus

Credit Points: 18
CSCI969 Topics in Applying Pre-requisites: CSCI940 at 75/100
Information Security or better is strongly advised
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Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: This subject provides an

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Pre-requisites: None opportunity for the student to engage in research

Co-requisites: CSCI966 & CSCI968 training in general and to conduct an individual
&CSCI971 & INFO912 & ISIT937 in-depth research on a topic of mutual interest to
Subject Description: The class will be divided into

them and their supervisor. Students are able to select power switching devices and their application; dc-dc
topics from any of the areas of major study in the converters; ac-dc converters, including switch-mode
Master of Computer Science (Advanced) degree. power supplies; dc-ac conversion using inverters;
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methods of pulse width modulation; selection of
CSCI991 Project motors for industrial applications and the design of
Annual Wollongong On Campus closed loop speed control systems for dc and ac motors;
Credit Points: 12 and current research developments in these areas.
Pre-requisites: CSCI940 at 75/100 or better is required
Co-requisites: None ECTE923 Power System Analysis
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Subject Description: This subject involves undertaking Autumn Wollongong On Campus
a project. Where possible the projects are related to Credit Points: 6
the research interests of the School and/or staff and Pre-requisites: None
are chosen to develop the student’s research skills Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: ECTE423, ECTE924.
ECTE901 Multimedia Signal Processing Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to
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Autumn Wollongong On Campus provide students with an understanding of the advanced
Credit Points: 6 techniques required for power systems calculations
Pre-requisites: None and analysis. Topics covered in this subject include: an
Co-requisites: None introduction to power systems comprising thermal
Exclusions: ECTE401, ECTE996 and hydro power stations; transmission lines and
Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to distribution systems; computer applications in power
extend the digital signal processing knowledge gained systems planning, design, control and operation; review
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in undergraduate courses. The contents consist of of basic analysis tools; reactive power management;
applying digital signal processing to practical applications load flow and fault analysis; and transient stability
including speech, audio, image and video processing and current research developments in these areas.
and current research developments in these areas.
ECTE926 Power Distribution Systems
ECTE903 Image and Video Processing Spring Wollongong On Campus
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Co-requisites: None Exclusions: ECTE426
Exclusions: ECTE403 Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to
Subject Description: The aim of this subject provide students with an understanding of the design

is to extend digital signal processing knowledge concepts and operation of electrical power distribution
gained in undergraduate courses. The contents systems relevant to the electrical utility industry and
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will consist of: applying digital signal processing industrial plants containing large power distribution
in image and video processing applications, applications. Topics covered in this subject include:
including current research developments. an introduction to distribution system planning and
automation; load modelling and calculations; system
ECTE906 Advanced Signals and Systems equipment modelling and selection; protection and
Autumn Wollongong On Campus insulation coordination; power quality and system
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Spring Wollongong On Campus load interaction; design of radial systems; voltage
Credit Points: 6 control; capacitor applications; earthing and reliability;
Pre-requisites: None and current research developments in these areas.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject is designed to ECTE931 Real-Time Computing
provide students with fundamental theoretical and Autumn Wollongong On Campus
practical skills to undertake the analysis, modelling Credit Points: 6
and simulation of signals and systems using Matlab Pre-requisites: None
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and Simulink. This subject will cover analogue and Co-requisites: None
digital signal representation and transformation; system Exclusions: ECTE431
function; time and frequency response; random signals Subject Description: Requirements and specification
and analysis; and signal processing applications. methods in real time systems, software design,
development and testing cycle, timing analysis of real-time
ECTE912 Power Electronics and Drives systems, classical problems, pre-emptive scheduling of
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Autumn Wollongong On Campus periodic tasks, non pre-emptive scheduling, intractability

Credit Points: 6 results, resource allocation, hybrid real-time/non-real-
Pre-requisites: None time models, distributed real-time systems, fault tolerant
Co-requisites: None systems and current research developments in these areas.
Exclusions: ECTE412, ECTE925.
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Subject Description: The aim of this subject is ECTE932 Computer Systems

to provide students with an understanding of power Spring Wollongong On Campus
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conversion circuits using modern power switching Credit Points: 6

devices and their application to equipment supplies and Pre-requisites: None
the control of electric drives. Topics covered include: Co-requisites: None

Exclusions: ECTE432. ECTE953 Advanced Project requires students to work
Subject Description: The aim of this subject on individual projects that may involve some background
is to provide students with the knowledge of reading and analysis, the development of hardware, the
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current computer architecture and the skill to development of software, or an experimental program.
design and interface an RISC processor. The topics Where possible the projects are related to the research
covered include processor data path and control, programs of the School and are chosen to develop the
CPU architecture, performance issues, enhancing student’s initiative. It will involve weekly tutorial sessions;
performance through pipelining, memory hierarchy, the presentation of seminars; and writing of reports. Each
Cache, DMA, Buses and other connections, interfacing student is required to deliver an oral seminar and to
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I/O devices and I/O performance measurements prepare a final thesis on the result of the work undertaken.
ECTE955 Advanced Laboratory
ECTE933 Embedded Systems Autumn Wollongong On Campus
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Subject Description: The subject will examine the key Exclusions: ECTE956
properties of software, firmware, and hardware systems Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to
in the embedded, resource constrained, mobile, and provide students with an opportunity to apply and
highly distributed world. It will explore topics, including verify theory in areas associated with the postgraduate
embedded processors instruction sets, performance programs through laboratory experiments and computer
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and power consumption, the embedded computing studies. Students will be expected to select three out of
platform, program analysis and design, embedded six projects and perform experiments; analyse results;
processors and operating systems, hardware accelerators, and write reports on selected projects to illustrate
networks for embedded systems, and systems-on-silicon practical issues related to the postgraduate program.
ECTE956 Internet Technology Laboratory
ECTE941 Intelligent Control Spring Wollongong On Campus
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Co-requisites: None Exclusions: ECTE955
Exclusions: ECTE441, ECTE943. Subject Description: This subject consists of a series
Subject Description: This subject will review the of experiments, during which the students (working
latest control techniques used where the system is poorly individually or in small groups) become familiar with
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known or changing with time or conditions. Methods recent technological developments related to the
examined in detail may include: fuzzy systems, neural Internet and its applications. Because the experiments
networks, adaptive control, crisp and neuro fuzzy control are current ‘hot topics’ in Internet technology, they will
and current research developments in these areas. be updated regularly to include recent developments.
These will include wireless networking, multimedia
ECTE942 Computer Controlled Systems applications, remote control and operation, etc.
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Credit Points: 6 ECTE957 Advanced Internet Project
Exclusions: ECTE442 Credit Points: 12
Subject Description: This subject provides the Pre-requisites: A WAM of 72.5% for 24 credit
knowledge and skills required to model, analyse and design points of ECTE 900-level (including ECTE956 and
computer controlled systems in the z-domain and discrete- ECTE991) in your first full-time session program.
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time. The contents will consist of: discrete time state Co-requisites: ECTE991
space modelling of systems; stability analysis in state space; Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to
controllability and observability; pole placement design provide an opportunity for students to undertake a major
and state feedback; state observer design and predictive technology project and develop their initiative. ECTE957
control; and current research developments in these areas Advanced Internet Project requires students to work on
individual projects that may involve some background
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ECTE953 Advanced Project reading and analysis, the development of hardware, the
Autumn Wollongong On Campus development of software, or an experimental program.
Spring Wollongong On Campus Where possible the projects are related to the research
Credit Points: 12 programs of the School and are chosen to develop the
Pre-requisites: A WAM of 72.5% for 24 credit student’s initiative. It will involve weekly tutorial sessions;
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points of 900-level including ECTE955. the presentation of seminars; and writing of reports. Each
Co-requisites: 36 credit points at 900-level.
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student is required to deliver an oral seminar and to

Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to prepare a final thesis on the result of the work undertaken.
provide an opportunity for students to undertake a
major engineering project and develop their initiative.

ECTE962 Telecommunications ECTE975 Communication and ICT
System Modelling Workplace Practice
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Exclusions: ECTE462. Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to Subject Description: This subject will provide
provide students with telecommunication engineering
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an opportunity for students to develop a better
skills including skills to analyse dimension telephone understanding of the nature of generic skills and
exchanges, trunk lines, Internet switches and circuit and their significance in the workplace and in particular,
packet switched networks. Topics covered will include: the Australian workplace culture. It will provide
telephone and data networks and systems; mixed voice and students with the skills to communicate effectively
data queueing systems; optimal capacity allocation; direct - to individuals and groups - using an array of
and alternate routing; and current research developments communication methodologies, eg. verbal, written
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and electronic. The development of skills to enhance
ECTE965 Wireless Communication Systems employment, including the ability to identify appropriate
Spring Wollongong On Campus opportunities, write applications and understand
Credit Points: 6 interview techniques will be a key focus of this subject.
Co-requisites: None ECTE982 Network Engineering
Exclusions: ECTE964, ECTE966, ECTE967. Autumn Wollongong On Campus
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Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to Credit Points: 6
provide students with an understanding of the systems Pre-requisites: None
used in wireless communications. Topics covered Co-requisites: None
include: the regulatory environment; electromagnetism Exclusions: ECTE482.
fundamentals; antennas and antenna systems; near earth Subject Description: ECTE982 will consider
propagation; the multi-path propagation environment; large scale IP networks. In addition to considering
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multi-user communications in wireless systems; architectures and protocols, a key focus will be the
medium access control and mobility management development of analytical techniques to assist the design
mechanisms; and current research developments in and performance monitoring of these networks. Topics
these areas. Case studies will also be undertaken. will include: ISP architectures; BGP routing; mobile
IP; IP QOS; MPLS; ATM; multimedia applications;
ECTE970 Advanced Topics in Engineering peer to peer networking and network management;

Autumn Wollongong On Campus and current research developments in these areas
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Credit Points: 6 ECTE986 Telecommunications
Pre-requisites: None Network Management
Subject Description: This subject will enable students Credit Points: 6
to further their knowledge and abilities in topics selected Pre-requisites: None
from the advanced technical subject areas in the relevant
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Co-requisites: None
postgraduate program areas. Topics will be selected Exclusions: ECTE486
from the fields of computer and telecommunications Subject Description: The aims of this subject are to
engineering or automation and power engineering provide students with an understanding of the technical
and will include current research developments. issues of telecommunications management, to provide
practical hands-on experience of network configuration
ECTE971 Robotics and Flexible Automation and management systems and to make students aware
Spring Wollongong On Campus of economic, management and political issues in
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Credit Points: 6 telecommunications management. Topics covered will
Pre-requisites: None include: private and public communications systems;
Co-requisites: None LANs and SNMP; integration of voice, data and video
Exclusions: ECTE471, ECTE472, ECTE972. in networks; general management issues; international
Subject Description: The subject provides the standards; and current research developments.
knowledge and skills required to design appropriate
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robotic systems for flexible automation, including the ECTE992 Internet Networking Protocols
modelling, analysis, design, and deployment of a robotic Autumn Wollongong On Campus
manipulator and its associated sensory systems. The Spring Wollongong On Campus
contents will consist of: Industrial robots, as a component Credit Points: 6
of automation; mathematical modelling of a robotic Pre-requisites: None
arm; direct and inverse kinematics model; direct and
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Co-requisites: None
inverse dynamic model; trajectory planning; control Exclusions: ECTE481, ECTE981.
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systems for industrial robots; tactile sensors; force sensors; Subject Description: This subject will provide
ultrasound sensors; computer vision and other sensors students with an understanding of technologies
and current research developments in these areas. used to provide connectivity and quality of service
(QoS) on the Internet. Topics to be studied will

include: CIDR; OSPF; BGP; mobile IP; DSDV; IACT906 Business On-Line
AODV; integrated and differentiated Services; traffic Not on offer in 2010
engineering using MPLS; and wireless QoS MACs. Credit Points: 6
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ECTE994 Wireless and Mobile Co-requisites: None
Communication Systems Subject Description: This subject aims to provide
Autumn Wollongong On Campus students with an understanding of e-business in the
Credit Points: 6 context of today’s global business environment. Today
Pre-requisites: None most businesses compete in a global environment; a
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Co-requisites: None sound business strategy for on-line business is essential to

Exclusions: ECTE465, ECTE466, ECTE965, ECTE966. facilitate this. This subject covers key areas of e-business,
Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to including: Strategy formulation and implementation;
provide a detailed overview of wireless and mobile e-branding; service leadership; economics and inustry
communication systems. The following topics will impacts of e-business and Internet effectiveness.
be covered: mobile radio channel characterisation,
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channel access techniques, basic spread-spectrum IACT918 Corporate Network Management

techniques, principles of code division multiple access Not on offer in 2010
(CDMA), digital mobile networks (including, GSM Credit Points: 6
and third generation mobile networks). As a special Pre-requisites: None
case study, this subject will cover in detail the IEEE Co-requisites: None
802.11 wireless data network standard and its effective Subject Description: The subject investigates the
use in a campus environment for Internet access. documentation and management of telecommunications
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networks. Topics to be covered include 1. Documenting

ECTE996 Multimedia Communications the Network: requirements capture and specification,
Autumn Wollongong On Campus functional specification, design specification, documenting
Credit Points: 6 the network configuration 2. Managing the Network:
Pre-requisites: None influences on the network, management architectures
Co-requisites: None and standards, performance management, fault
Exclusions: ECTE901 management, disaster management, managing changes in
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Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to a network, cost minimisation management 3. Corporate
provide a detailed overview of multimedia communication and Regulatory Requirements: management teams,
systems. The following topics will be covered: image operations and support, standards and protocols.
and video coding, motion picture expert group
(MPEG) and JPEG standards and their functionality, IACT999 Emerging Topics in
speech and audio coding, speech and audio coding Information Technology
standards for internet applications (Internet telephony), Not on offer in 2010
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universal multimedia access (UMA) and MPEG 7. Credit Points: 6

Pre-requisites: IACT901 plus 36
ECTE997 Web Technology and Applications credit points @ 900 level
Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: This subject is concerned with
Pre-requisites: None the emerging issues involved in the analysis, design,
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Co-requisites: None development and implementation of a corporate-

Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to wide information system. Students will complete an
provide a detailed overview of web technologies and individual project/business case related to the strategic
applications. The following topics will be covered: real- use of IT in an organization. Students are required to
time streaming technologies; embedded Internet devices; apply their experience and knowledge from previous
web-based intelligent agent technology; web-application subjects, as well as a set of research methods to prepare
case studies (such as distance and flexible delivery of a report and presentation. Projects will be undertaken
multimedia education, meta catalogue services etc).
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individually and specific topics will be selected based

on the student’s chosen elective stream and interests.
IACT901 IT Strategic Planning The subject also provides students with enhanced
Not on offer in 2010 communication and project management skills.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None INFO911 Data Mining and
Co-requisites: None Knowledge Discovery
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Exclusions: ISIT901 Spring Wollongong On Campus

Subject Description: The subject is essentially about Credit Points: 6
the application of technology for competitive advantage. Pre-requisites: None
Throughout the subject, the spotlight will be trained on Co-requisites: None
techniques and frameworks for ‘thinking strategically Exclusions: INFO411
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about a company’s technological orientation’. A wide Subject Description: Introduction to Data Mining
spectrum of business and technology issues will be
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and Knowledge Discovery, Data Bases and Warehouses,

covered that address the problems and issues surrounding Data Structures, Exploratory Data Analysis Techniques,
the analysis and development of an IT strategic plan. Association Rules, Artificial Neural Networks,

Tree Based Methods, Clustering and Classification Exclusions: IACT901
Methods, Regression Methods, Overfitting and Subject Description: The subject is essentially about
Inferential Issues, Use of Data Mining packages. the application of technology for competitive advantage.
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Throughout the subject, the spotlight will be trained on
INFO912 Mathematics for Cryptography techniques and frameworks for ‘thinking strategically
Autumn Wollongong On Campus about a company’s technological orientation’. A wide
Credit Points: 6 spectrum of business and technology issues will be
Pre-requisites: None covered that address the problems and issues surrounding
Co-requisites: None the analysis and development of an IT strategic plan.
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Subject Description: Logic: informal propositional
logic, circuit theory. Natural Deduction style proofs ISIT903 Enterprise Architecture Design
in propositional & predicate logic. Interpretations Autumn Wollongong On Campus
& Models. Nonclassical logics. Number Theory: Credit Points: 6
elementary number theory, modular exponentiation, Pre-requisites: None
discrete logarithms, Galois arithmetic & polynomials, Co-requisites: None
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error correcting codes & cryptography. Elliptic Subject Description: The principle purpose of
curves, groups for cryptography. Combinatorics: architecture is to translate strategy into infrastructure. An
combinatorial probability, Knapsack problem, network architecture provides a blueprint for translating business
and graph theory, combinatorial designs, game theory strategy into a plan for IS. An infrastructure is everything
& linear programming applied to cryptography. that supports the flow and processing of information in an
organization, including hardware, software, data, network
INFO933 Pattern Recognition components and their supporting staff and facilities
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Autumn Wollongong On Campus from the application level to the inter-organisational
Credit Points: 6 level. This subject includes an exploration of enterprise
Pre-requisites: None architecture concepts, case studies and frameworks.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject is designed ISIT904 Systems Integration
to equip the student with an understanding of the Spring Wollongong On Campus
fundamental tools required to analyse, design and Credit Points: 6
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implement pattern analysis and recognition systems. Pre-requisites: None
After a review of mathematical foundations the subject Co-requisites: None
introduces data clustering, the statistical Bayesian Subject Description: This subject aims to provide
decision theory, parameter estimation (Bayesian students with a broad knowledge of integrating
and maximum likelihood), linear discriminant individual disparate information system into a seamless

functions, supervised and unsupervised learning. enterprise information system. The subject will examine
system integration in various perspectives from social,
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ISIT900 Fundamentals of Contemporary corporate to technical solutions. The students will also
Technologies study system integration in the context of middleware
Autumn Wollongong On Campus models, tools and techniques. The student will learn to
Spring Wollongong On Campus implement system integration solutions by identifying
Credit Points: 6 sources of data, mapping information, selecting and
Pre-requisites: None applying appropriate technology for integrating a new
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Co-requisites: None enterprise information system into existing systems.
Subject Description: This subject aims to develop
academic skills relevant to postgraduate studies and ISIT905 Technology Management
postgraduate writing in Information Technology and Innovation
and Information Systems. Students will develop Not on offer in 2010
an understanding of disciplinary expectations and Credit Points: 6
requirements and the development of skills in critical Pre-requisites: None
listening, reading and analysis of text and data, Co-requisites: None
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the development of academic argument and the Exclusions: IACT905

communication of text, data and analysis in written Subject Description: The rapid development of
and spoken form. Students will also develop skills in information technology networks has prompted
locating, evaluating, and effectively using information governments to develop national policies to promote
appropriately in postgraduate studies. Topics covered the growth of services in these areas. Innovation in
include; Critical reading in software engineering, network information technology and its effective use is now
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management, multimedia and content management, seen to underpin international competitiveness.

Analysis and evaluation of problems and solutions in Successful innovation policies are now central to the
Information Systems and Information Technology future viability of industry and nations alike. This
subject addresses key themes such as: the importance
ISIT901 Information Systems of innovation to the economy and the firm; the links
Sydney Business
Strategic Planning between information, information technology and

School
Spring Wollongong On Campus innovation; and, the development of effective national

Credit Points: 6 policies to promote industrial innovation. Issues such
Pre-requisites: None as the role of multinationals, transborder data flows and
Co-requisites: None research and development are discussed in this context.

ISIT906 Information Design and Co-requisites: None
Content Management Subject Description: Information technology (IT)
Spring Wollongong On Campus enabled supply chains are transforming the modern
Arts
Credit Points: 6 business landscape. Lectures in this subject will show how
Pre-requisites: None IT is being used to create and support operational and
Co-requisites: None strategic supply chain advantages. Laboratory activities
Subject Description: This subject examines the use of will provide hands-on knowledge of the application
information in organisations and how that information of enterprise software (e.g., SAP), freight audit and
is acquired and represented using the latest information payment software and how radio frequency identification
Commerce
modelling techniques. The subject has a focus on the use (RFID) is being applied in supply chains around globe.
of Web technologies to manage and access information. ISIT916 Organisational Issues &
It addresses the growing need for systematic approaches
to Content Management and document management. Information Technology
ISIT908 IT Governance Credit Points: 6
Creative Arts

Pre-requisites: None Exclusions: IACT916, ISIT416
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject aims to provide the
Subject Description: Information Technology (IT) student with an understanding of issues related to the
is pervasive in today’s organisations, playing a critical combination of management, workers and information
role in achieving business goals and enabling lower technology. Students will gain an appreciation of the
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cost structures, new levels of customer service, new complexity of the issues involved in decision making
products, new markets and new external stakeholders. when people and technology are concerned. Students
Whereas in the past IT decisions were delegated to the will also develop an understanding across commerce and
IT organisation, all managers are today required of not industry of the parallels that exist in the development,
only making better IT decisions, with confidence and implementation and application of information and
competence, but also implementing and monitoring IT communication technology. Effect on organisational
Engineering
initiatives more effectively than their competitors. This information flows of growth in size and complexity: the
course will explore IT governance theory and practice, management and technological response; Information
including decision rights and internal control frameworks, technology as a catalyst in codifying work procedures
to prepare students for the globally competitive workplace. and creating new organisational structures; Hierarchical
versus horizontal approaches to information management;
ISIT909 Advanced Business Management theory and IT; Industrial use of IT
Process Management and parallels with office sector usage. Implications

of broadband networks for traffic integration and
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Credit Points: 6 subsequent application in commerce and industry.
Co-requisites: None
ISIT917 Business Intelligence and
Exclusions: BUSS909, ISIT409 Knowledge Management
Subject Description: A process perspective helps Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 6
Informatics
management to avoid or reduce duplicate work, facilitate

collaboration and cross-functional communication, Pre-requisites: None
optimise business processes, create supply chains and Co-requisites: None
achieve competitive advantage. IS and IT are fundamental Exclusions: IACT917
to business process management (BPM), business Subject Description: This subject focuses on strategies
transformation, continuous process improvement and that promote knowledge creation and use within
supply chain management. IS/IT management must organisations. In total the subject enables students to
support the organisation’s management of business gain familiarity of both quantitative and qualitative
Law
processes and supply chains. Focus will be placed on the approaches to knowledge management and to develop
IS/IT management and business management perspectives competence in an area that is of interest to them.
of BPM, and on the human side of the Human Computer Student will be exposed to Business Intelligences (BI)
Interface. Topics covered include: theories, concepts, as a contemporary strand of knowledge management
methodologies, techniques and tools to manage and practice. In addition they will be exposed to common
enable business process design, analysis, implementation, BI methods and tools developing competence in
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management and optimisation; Strategies, architecture one or more techniques. The subject also familiarises
and infrastructure to support business processes, supply students with the literature in knowledge management
chains and business processes management; Embedding to assist in critical assessment of methods and tools
corporate knowledge into business processes; BPM risks
and issues; Basic business process analysis and modelling ISIT918 Strategic Network Management
Sydney Business
ISIT910 IT-enabled Supply Credit Points: 6

School
Chain Management Pre-requisites: None

Credit Points: 6 Exclusions: IACT918
Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: The subject investigates the

documentation and management of telecommunications Subject Description: The subject covers clinical
networks. Topics to be covered include 1. Documenting decision making and decision support systems and how
the Network: requirements capture and specification, health informatics and health information systems can
Arts
functional specification, design specification, documenting assist. Topics include decision-making and decision-
the network configuration 2. Managing the Network: support systems in healthcare; knowledge engineering
influences on the network, management architectures in health informatics, the reasons for the necessity
and standards, performance management, fault of systematically processing data, information and
management, disaster management, managing changes in knowledge in medicine and healthcare; benefits and
a network, cost minimisation management 3. Corporate constraints of using information and communication
Commerce
and Regulatory Requirements: management teams, technology healthcare systems; patient management;
operations and support, standards and protocols. primary care systems and knowledge management.
ISIT924 Simulation and Modelling ISIT937 Information Technology Security

Spring Wollongong On Campus and Risk Management
Creative Arts
Exclusions: BUSS924 Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject aims to introduce Exclusions: ITCS937
the concepts of systems modelling and simulation, Subject Description: This subject aims to
and its role in analysing the operation characteristics provide students with a deep understanding of the
of a system for supporting management in decision security, risk management and regulatory aspects of
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making. Both discrete and continuous systems e-commerce facing businesses in the on-line business
modelling and simulation will be covered. environment. Today most businesses compete in a
global business environment; a sound business strategy
ISIT925 Strategic Network Design that addresses these issues is essential. This subject
Spring Wollongong On Campus covers key issues in e-commerce, including: security
Credit Points: 6 options, trusted authorities, secure payment systems
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for the Internet, the regulatory environment and
Co-requisites: None Government policy; risk management and control.
Exclusions: IACT924
Subject Description: The subject investigates the ISIT938 eBusiness Technologies
design and implementation of a telecommunications Autumn Wollongong On Campus
network plan. Topics to be covered include (1) Credit Points: 6

The Need for Planning and the Planning Process: Pre-requisites: None
planning teams, strategic planning, the network plan, Co-requisites: None
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security planning and implementation planning. (2) Exclusions: ITCS938
The Design Process: design teams, translating the Subject Description: The subject explores the
plan into design criteria, requirements capture and technology being adopted by organisations and the
specification, design requirements and criteria, choosing various means of maximising business potential using
topographies and architectures, evaluating plans (3) Internet technology, including eBusiness (B2B, B2C,
The Implementation Process: implementation teams, B2G etc.). The focus of the course is from the IT
Informatics
validating implementation plans, managing people and professional perspective, giving the student a feel for
technology, managing the implementation process. what is required in a commercial business environment.
The technology aspects will cover both developing
ISIT929 Concepts and Issues in in house software, as well as selecting ‘best practice’
Healthcare Computing outsourced options. Comparisons are drawn between the
Spring Wollongong On Campus two adoption methods, and the student is engaged by
Credit Points: 6 scenario role playing as part of the group assignments
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Co-requisites: None ISIT940 IT Research Methods

Exclusions: ITCS929 Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Subject Description: This subject examines the Spring Wollongong On Campus
essential concepts of health computing, limitations of Credit Points: 6
technology, issues of privacy and security, economics of Pre-requisites: None
healthcare computing, managing healthcare computing Co-requisites: None
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projects, evaluation methods in medical informatics, Exclusions: IACT940

risk assessment in health informatics and the important Subject Description: This subject introduces
issues involved in computer applications in healthcare. students to research methodology. Topics include the
purpose of research, formulating a research question,
ISIT930 Introduction to Health Informatics conducting a literature review and writing a research
Sydney Business
Autumn Wollongong On Campus proposal. Students will gain an understanding of the

School
Credit Points: 6 different research methodologies, including quantitative

Pre-requisites: None and qualitative analysis. Students will learn how to
Co-requisites: None design an appropriate research plan. Requirements
Exclusions: ITCS930 for scholarly writing will also be discussed and the

process of undertaking a research project will be which they are applicable and the opportunity to gain
analysed. The subject provides an introduction to the some in-depth knowledge of selected methodologies,
research process for students undertaking Honours techniques, tools, frameworks or issues via assignments.
Arts
and postgraduate research projects in the School of

Information Technology and Computer Science ISIT951 Web Services and Service
Oriented Architecture
ISIT945 Information Systems Project Spring Wollongong On Campus
Annual Wollongong On Campus Credit Points: 6
Commerce

Co-requisites: None Exclusions: ITCS951
Exclusions: BUSS945 Subject Description: Web Services are at the core of
Subject Description: The aim of this subject is to what is being termed the next generation of eBusiness.
provide students with the opportunity to study a topic The term ‘Web Services’ refers to the set of standard
of research interest either within a staff research group protocols and associated technologies that enable
Creative Arts
in the Information Systems Discipline. The project will software applications to communicate with each other
be completed under staff supervision and culminates in across the Internet. To effectively exploit the potential of
the production of a substantial written report plus other Web Services requires appropriate effort in the proper
products such as computer software as appropriate to the design of business processes and service architectures.
project. The subject aims to provide students with the
opportunity under staff guidance to investigate/research an ISIT991 Special Topics in IS and IT A
area or topic of interest in-depth in the IS Discipline; gain Autumn Wollongong On Campus
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experience in the use of one or more methods, techniques Credit Points: 6

and/or tools of one or more applicable research paradigms; Pre-requisites: None
gain experience in organising and using their time Co-requisites: None
and efforts within specified constraints to produce a Subject Description: Topics will be selected from areas
major piece of work in the form of a final report. of interest of staff members or visiting staff members to
the School. These will include topics in the application
ISIT946 Project and Change Management of information and communication technology. IT
Engineering
Spring Wollongong On Campus is a rapidly changing area. This subject will allow
Credit Points: 6 investigation into topics at the forefront of the discipline.
Pre-requisites: ISIT900
Co-requisites: None ISIT992 Special Topics in IS and IT B
Exclusions: BUSS953 Spring Wollongong On Campus
Subject Description: This subject provides an Credit Points: 6

introduction to, and overview of, the knowledge and Pre-requisites: None
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skills required to successfully manage computer-based Co-requisites: None

systems development projects within an organisational Subject Description: Topics will be selected from areas
setting. Topics and issues considered include: Information of interest of staff members or visiting staff members to
Systems project management and its organisational the School. These will include topics in the application
context; inter-organisational arrangements for e-business of information and communication technology. IT
including B2B and B2C frameworks, project management is a rapidly changing area. This subject will allow
Informatics
tools and techniques; feasibility study methods; resource investigation into topics at the forefront of the discipline.
estimation techniques; behaviour and management
of Information Systems project groups; systems ISIT998 Information Technology
development environments for professionals and end- Research Report
users; quality assurance; project and system evaluation. Annual Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 12
ISIT950 Systems Development Pre-requisites: IACT940 OR ISIT940 Also see
Methodologies
Law
Additional Information section of this site

Credit Points: 6 Exclusions: IACT950
Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject involves undertaking
Co-requisites: None a project. Where possible the projects are related to the
Exclusions: BUSS950 research interests of the School and/or staff and are chosen
Subject Description: This subject provides an
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to develop the student’s research skills. Each student

introduction to and overview of systems development is required to deliver an oral seminar and to prepare
methodologies for both historical and philosophical a final thesis on the result of the work undertaken.
perspectives; an introduction to frameworks and issues
which may be used to assess and compare different system ISIT999 ICT Research Project
development methodologies; an introduction to and Annual Wollongong On Campus
Sydney Business
comparison of the tools and techniques of a selection Credit Points: 18

School
of systems development methodologies and the phases Pre-requisites: ISIT940 see additional info below
and stages of the systems development life cycle to Co-requisites: None

Subject Description: This is an individual equations are discussed. Methods that are particularly of
academic research project conducted under the interest for finance problems such as the Monte Carlo
supervision of academic staff in the school. method and the binomial method are also studied.
Arts
ITCS937 Security, Risk Management and MATH943 Practitioners’ Seminars
Control in Electronic Commerce Annual Wollongong On Campus
Not on offer in 2010 Spring2010/
Credit Points: 6 Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
Commerce
Subject Description: This subject aims to Co-requisites: None
provide students with a deep understanding of the Subject Description: MATH943 is designed to allow
security, risk management and regulatory aspects of students enrolled in Master of Financial Mathematics
e-commerce facing businesses in the on-line business to develop a knowledge base for the state-of-the-
environment. Today most businesses compete in a art technology and skills required in business and
Creative Arts
global business environment; a sound business strategy finance. Leading experts in industry relate first-hand
that addresses these issues is essential. This subject experiences of problems and techniques that arise in
covers key issues in e-commerce, including: security the financial industry. Students will be required to
options, trusted authorities, secure payment systems attend each seminar and discuss the topics presented.
for the Internet, the regulatory environment and
Government policy; risk management and control. MATH971 Advanced Topics in
Applied Mathematics A
MATH902 Solution to Differential Equations
Education
By One-Parameter Groups Spring Wollongong On Campus
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: Topics will be selected
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Subject Description: One-parameter groups and from the areas of interest of staff members or
Lie series, linear ordinary differential equations, first visiting staff members of the School.
and second order ordinary differential equations,
linear and non-linear partial differential equations MATH972 Advanced Topics in Applied
Mathematics B
MATH941 Financial Calculus Autumn Wollongong On Campus

Credit Points: 6
Sciences
Credit Points: 6
Exclusions: Not to count with MATH317 Subject Description: Topics will be selected
Subject Description: This subject introduces the from the areas of interest of staff members or
financial calculus and the mathematical and statistical visiting staff members of the School.
modelling necessary for solving practical problems
Informatics
in three fundamental aspects of financial markets (i) MATH973 Advanced Topics in Pure
financial assets pricing (ii) financial derivatives pricing Mathematics A
and (iii) risk management. The course brings together
arbitrage principles, stochastic models of stock prices
and interest rates, Ito’s Lemma and analytical and Spring Wollongong On Campus
numerical techniques for solving partial differential Credit Points: 6
equations, to derive, solve and extend models for Pre-requisites: None
the valuation and hedging of a variety of vanilla Co-requisites: None
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and exotic options and interest-rate products. Subject Description: Topics will be selected from
the areas of interest of staff members or visiting staff
MATH942 Numerical Methods in Finance members of the School. These may include topics
Spring Wollongong On Campus in Analysis, Algebra, Logic or Number Theory.
Credit Points: 6
MATH974 Advanced Topics in Pure
Science
Co-requisites: None Mathematics B

Exclusions: Not to count with MATH321 Spring Wollongong On Campus
Subject Description: MATH942 is designed to Credit Points: 6
develop practical skills in numerical and computational Pre-requisites: None
mathematics to solve problems that have no analytic Co-requisites: None
Sydney Business
solution.Various numerical techniques, such as Newton’s Subject Description: Topics will be selected from
the areas of interest of staff members or visiting staff
School
iteration method, finite difference and finite element

methods, for solving algebraic as well as differential members of the School. These may include topics
in Analysis, Algebra, Logic or Number Theory.

MATH977 Advanced Topics in MCS9102 Information Systems
Mathematics A Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Arts

Co-requisites: MATH188 Exclusions: ITCS905
Subject Description: This subject will have 3
MATH978 Advanced Topics in integrated strands: a) an overview of all the major
Mathematics B Information Systems found in a typical business b) an
Commerce
Not on offer in 2010 introduction to essay and report writing at University

Credit Points: 6 level c) laboratory exercises to develop skills with office
Pre-requisites: None automation tools (e.g. Word, Excel, Access). Strand a)
Co-requisites: MATH188 covers systems such as finance, HR, payroll, inventory,
sales, CRM, SCM, ERP etcIt also introduces the
MATH980 Preliminary Topics in Systems Development Lifecycle, several systems analysis
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Mathematics A and design techniques, and basic database concepts

MCS9103 Algorithms and Problem Solving
Subject Description: A selection of topics will be Pre-requisites: None
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available from time to time to serve as preliminary Co-requisites: None

material in the Master of Mathematics Subject Description: This subject introduces the basic
concepts of algorithms and their relationship to data
MATH981 Preliminary Topics in structures and problem solving. This subject emphasises
Mathematics B problem solving techniques leading to the development of
algorithms rather than their implementation or a formal
Engineering
mathematical treatment of algorithms. Topics include

sorting, searching and counting problems and the principal
Credit Points: 6
algorithms used in their solution. Common approaches
to algorithm development and analysis will be examined.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: A selection of topics will be MCS9110 Introduction to W3 Technologies
available from time to time to serve as preliminary Spring Wollongong On Campus

material in the Master of Mathematics Credit Points: 6
Sciences
MATH982 Preliminary Topics in
Co-requisites: None
Mathematics C Subject Description: This subject introduces the
Autumn Wollongong On Campus technologies that underlie the World Wide Web and its
Spring Wollongong On Campus commercial applications. Topics include an overview
Credit Points: 6 of internet communications covering basic protocols
Informatics
Pre-requisites: None such as TCP/IP and HTTP, an introduction to the

Co-requisites: None web-browser/web-server client-server systems, HTML/
XHTML/XML markup languages, web forms, client
MATH989 Project Part 1 side scripting technologies, basics of relational databases,
Not on offer in 2010 and server side scripting languages. Students will build
Credit Points: 6 working web-sites with dynamic content. Working
Pre-requisites: None in groups, students will explore the uses of one or
Co-requisites: None
Law
more of the more elaborate framework applications

for web-based collaboration (Web-2 technologies).
MATH990 Project Part 2
Autumn Wollongong On Campus MCS9114 Procedural Programming
Science
Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None
MATH991 Project
Exclusions: ITCS901
Subject Description: This subject introduces
Spring2010/ the procedural approach to program design and
Sydney Business
Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus implementation. Covers basic language constructs for

Credit Points: 12
School
defining variables of built-in types, flow control constructs

Pre-requisites: None and simple I/O. Explores functional decomposition as a
Co-requisites: None design technique, and the implementation of functions.
Introduces simple user-defined data types and aggregates

MCS9124 Applied Programming inheritance, polymorphism and runtime binding. This
Autumn Wollongong On Campus is complemented by an introduction to object-oriented
Spring Wollongong On Campus design, with UML representations at the program level.
Arts
Credit Points: 6 Templates are introduced as a method of achieving
Pre-requisites: MCS9114 & MCS9103 generalisation. Container classes and the Standard Template
Co-requisites: None Library are presented as examples of generic programming.
Exclusions: ITCS902
Subject Description: This subject develops a thorough MCS9205 Software Development
understanding of program design using data structures. Methods & Tools
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It extends MCS9114 and presents pointers, dynamic Spring Wollongong On Campus
memory management and exception handling. Other Credit Points: 6
topics include implementation of Sorting and Searching Pre-requisites: MCS9124
Algorithms including the use of typedefs, void pointers Co-requisites: None
and indexes to generalise algorithms; Implementation Exclusions: ITCS917
of data structures: queues, stacks, linked lists, dequeues, Subject Description: This subject provides an
Creative Arts
trees; Use of arrays as an implementation structure - introduction to the process of design and analysis of
hashing, radix sort, heaps and Heapsort; Random Access software. Students will receive a formal introduction
files and internal I/O; Testing of programs: black and to the software design process and techniques, pattern
white box testing, and the use of debuggers; Use of design and reuse, as well as general approaches of
multi-file organisation in encapsulation and data hiding, interface design. A UML supporting tool will be used
with make files; These concepts will be treated through for practice of object oriented development approach.
formal lectures, tutorials, assignments and laboratory
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sessions employing an object oriented language. MCS9206 Markup Languages
MCS9201 Professional Practice & Ethics Credit Points: 6
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Pre-requisites: MTS9111 and MTS9100
Credit Points: 6 Co-requisites: MTS9112
Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: XML (eXtensible Markup
Language) can be regarded as a language for creating
Engineering
Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: ITCS908 other languages. In this capacity XML has rapidly become
Subject Description: This subject provides students with ubiquitous in very many diverse areas of IT and is now
a real-world approach to Information and Communication regarded as an essential core area of knowledge for every
Security Issues. Both managerial and technical aspects are IT practitioner. The primary aims of this subject are
addressed. The subject will cover the need for security, to enable students to acquire practical proficiency in

professional and regulatory considerations, security exploiting XML and to be able to explain the relevance of
XML for many IT and Business contexts. In addition to
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technology, physical security, information security, and
personnel issues. Students will be required to engage being a new area of study, by studying XML students can
in problem solving activities that apply the principles extend or re-enforce their understanding of related study
learned in the subject, and will also be required to acquire areas, e.g., the students can develop their understanding
knowledge of current practice and technologies. of data modelling and object-orientation (via XML
schemas and XML transformations). As a secondary aim
MCS9203 Algorithms and Data Structures (a minor but relevant part of the subject) the subject
Informatics
Autumn Wollongong On Campus will provide a basic practical proficiency in manipulating
Credit Points: 6 HTML and hence construction of elementary web pages.
Pre-requisites: MCS9124 or ITCS902
Co-requisites: None MCS9212 Interacting Systems
Exclusions: ITCS903 Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Subject Description: Approaches to analysing algorithm Credit Points: 6
complexity, introduced in earlier subjects, will be reviewed. Pre-requisites: (MCS9102 or ITCS905) and MCS9124
Co-requisites: None
Law
The use of abstract data types as a design technique,
and their implementation in solutions to problems, Exclusions: ITCS909
will form a large part of the subject. The concept of Subject Description: The subject develops an
efficient code and ways to measure efficiency (both understanding of the operating system and tools
empirically, by timings, and theoretically) will be studied. from a programmer’s viewpoint. Topics covered
include the file system, processes, communication
MCS9204 Object and Generic and tools. In particular, access, security, organisation,
Science
Programming in C++ operating system effect on performance of a program,

Autumn Wollongong On Campus support, control; process and interaction, inter-process
Spring Wollongong On Campus communication; use of shell scripts and commands
Credit Points: 6 to enhance problem solving; tools for development
Pre-requisites: MCS9124 or ITCS902 process; program paradigms: parallel, distributed, etc.
Sydney Business
Co-requisites: None
MCS9213 Java Programming
School
Exclusions: Not to count with ITCS903

Subject Description: This subject develops a thorough and Applications
understanding of the object-oriented approach and Spring Wollongong On Campus
introduces such object concepts as encapsulation, Credit Points: 6

Pre-requisites: None process including key frames, articulated structures,
Co-requisites: MCS9124 camera movement and morphing; lighting effects
Exclusions: ITCS907 such as volumetrics and radiosity. The subject uses
Arts
Subject Description: This subject provides: 1. an the industry standard software package LightWave.
introduction to the Java language and some of its standard
class libraries; and 2. experience with object oriented MCS9262 System Security
design and implementation techniques. Topics covered Spring Wollongong On Campus
will include: use of a Java Integrated Development Credit Points: 6
Environment, Java language, subset of the standard Java Pre-requisites: MCS9124
Commerce
class packages (Standard Edition: windowing, graphics, Co-requisites: None

TCP/IP networking, threads, database access, applet, Subject Description: The subject covers some
media), security issues with portable code, Java ‘Micro fundamental computer security technologies in the
Edition’ (ME) and its associated packages and applications. following aspects: (1) Operating system security such as
Development of applications for different environments. physical security, file protections, system abuses, attacks and
protections; (2) Database security including data integrity,
MCS9222 Systems Development
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data recover, data encryption/ decryption, access control,

Autumn Wollongong On Campus and authentication; (3) Mobile code security including
Spring Wollongong On Campus malicious logic, host and mobile code protection, mobile
Credit Points: 6 agents’ security. (4) Intrusion detection; (5) Security
Pre-requisites: MCS9204 policies; (6) Security management and risk analysis.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject provides a MCS9301 Information and
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framework for understanding and developing the Communication Security

necessary skills to successfully undertake the major Spring Wollongong On Campus
third year software project. The subject provides an Credit Points: 6
introduction to the practical aspects of the development Pre-requisites: MCS9201 or ITCS908
of a software application following a well defined Co-requisites: None
process. Students will gain experience in the software Subject Description: This subject provides students with
development cycle, including requirements, design, a real-world approach to Information and Communication
Engineering
and implementation, and also learn to exploit Security Issues. Both managerial and technical aspects are
implementation support technologies. Assignments addressed. The subject will cover the need for security,
will provide experience of structured development professional and regulatory considerations, security
work in a small group setting. The implementation technology, physical security, information security, and
language used in illustrations and assignments is C++. personnel issues. Students will be required to engage
in problem solving activities that apply the principles

MCS9235 Database Systems learned in the subject, and will also be required to acquire
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Spring Wollongong On Campus knowledge of current practice and technologies.

Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None MCS9303 Social Informatics and
Co-requisites: None the Workplace
Subject Description: This subject investigates three Spring Wollongong On Campus
major areas of modern database systems: 1. design Credit Points: 6
Informatics
of relational databases 2. programming of relational Pre-requisites: MCS9102

databases 3. concurrency control and data recovery in Co-requisites: None
database systems. Topics will include: Introduction to Exclusions: ITCS923
conceptual database modelling; Principles of relational Subject Description: The impact of IT in the
database model; Structured Query Language (SQL) workplace extends far beyond the computer. This
and its procedural extensions (PL/SQL, Embedded subject explores the issues of employee monitoring,
SQL, JDBC); Database server programming; outsourcing and business practices, equality and ethics,
Normalisation of relational databases; and Transaction
Law
from the perspectives of employer and employee. From

management and recovery in database systems real world examples, this subject draws on current issues
in these areas to enable students to explore issues that
MCS9236 3D Modelling and Animation are likely to be faced upon entering employment.
Spring 2010/
Summer 2010 Wollongong On Campus MCS9311 Software Process Management
Credit Points: 6
Science

Pre-requisites: 12 credit points of MCS 900s Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None Pre-requisites: MCS9205
Subject Description: This subject provides students Co-requisites: None
with a hands-on introduction to the use of computers Subject Description: The primary aim of this subject
for developing models of three-dimensional objects is to acquaint students with the formal methodologies
Sydney Business
and viewing them in 3D as still images and animations. associated with the task of managing the software
School
Topics covered include basic modelling primitives, development process. Topics may include: Project
from polygons to spline surfaces; tools to modify Planning, Cost Estimation, Project Scheduling, Factors
simple objects; surfacing concepts such as textures and Influencing Productivity, Productivity Metrics, Risk
bump maps; basic lighting of scenes; the animation Assessment and Management, Planning for Change,

Release and Configuration Management, Software MCS9319 Distributed Systems
Process Standards, Software Contracts, Approaches to Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Maintenance, Long-Term Software Development, Case Credit Points: 6
Arts
Studies of Real World Projects, Ethics, Professional Pre-requisites: None
Organisations, Legal Implications and Liabilities Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject introduces basic
MCS9315 Database Design and concepts underlying modern distributed systems and
Implementation provides some experience in the implementation of
Autumn Wollongong On Campus distributed system components. Topics covered will
Commerce
Credit Points: 6 include: inter-process communications, multi threaded
Pre-requisites: MCS9235 servers, remote-procedure-calls, remote-method-
Co-requisites: None invocations; modern synchronous and asynchronous RPC
Exclusions: ITCS921 client server systems and supporting processes; distributed
Subject Description: This subject investigates the system architectures, messaging and transactional
process of relational database design starting from systems; peer-to-peer, cluster, and grid technologies;
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conceptual database design, through logical database virtualization and fault tolerance; synchronization;
design up to and including physical database design, security and naming; supporting systems such as NFS,
database tuning and administration. The topics will and DNS, practical exposure to real world distributed
include conceptual database design based on Object systems, design of distributed file services or distributed
Modelling Technique, methodologies for conceptual web based services. A student who successfully completes
design, view integration, logical database design, database this subject should be able to: 1.Explain different
normalization and de-normalization, physical database systems architectures; make sensible choice of systems
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design, generation of database applications, database architectures for different applications; 2.Explain and
tuning, design of distributed database systems. appropriately utilize different service models including
conventional client-server models, peer-to-peer models,
MCS9317 Database Performance Tuning cluster computing systems, grid computing mechanisms,
Spring Wollongong On Campus and other specialized architectures; 3.Explain structured
Credit Points: 6 and unstructured peer-to-peer systems, and be able
Pre-requisites: MCS9235
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to implement various aspects of peer-to-peer systems.
Co-requisites: None 4.Explain communications in distributed systems
Subject Description: The subject addresses the including XML-RPC, NFS, TCP, Message passing,
performance problems of relational database systems. In and streaming.For Objectives 5-10 see below.
particular, it presents optimisation of query processing in
relational database systems, performance tuning of database MCS9322 Systems Administration

applications, transaction processing in database systems, Spring Wollongong On Campus
optimisation of transaction processing, performance Credit Points: 6
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tuning of relational database servers, performance tuning Pre-requisites: MCS9204
of three tier database applications. Laboratory classes Co-requisites: None
demonstrate the techniques used for elimination of Subject Description: This subject will cover the
performance problems in database systems. Oracle 9i practical and theoretical aspects of system administration.
database management system is used for demonstration The various resource areas which have to be managed
purposes and all practical work in the subject. will be discussed and examined, and the possible methods
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of monitoring and controlling them in various systems
MCS9318 Software Engineering will be investigated. The features unique to both single
Practices & Principles processor and networked systems will be investigated.
Credit Points: 6 MCS9323 Artificial Intelligence
Pre-requisites: MCS9205 Spring Wollongong On Campus
Co-requisites: None Credit Points: 6 Law
Exclusions: CSCI318, CSCI425, CSCI925 Pre-requisites: MCS9114
Subject Description: This subject examines the Co-requisites: None
current state of software engineering both as an Subject Description: This subject reviews the main
academic discipline and as a profession. The subject components of Artificial Intelligence research including
focuses on issues of requirements engineering, system knowledge representation, reasoning, natural language
procurement, and professional practice, and through understanding, and perception. Focuses on Expert
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case studies, the subject considers reasons for the failure Systems and the computational models they embody.
and success of various software engineering projects. Introduces the programming languages Lisp and Prolog.
Topics which may be covered include: Requirements
Elicitation, Functional and Non-Functional MCS9324 Human Computer Interface
Requirements, Design Patterns and Refactoring, Reverse Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Engineering, Software Quality Assurance, Analysis and Credit Points: 6
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Verification of Specification and Design, Examples Pre-requisites: None

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of Formal Techniques in Software Engineering. Co-requisites: None

Subject Description: This subject examines the
design evaluation and implementation of interactive
computing systems for human use (HCI) and the major

phenomena surrounding them. Also considered are game play. The design and development of different
joint performance of tasks by humans and machines, game plays are introduced. The subject allows students to
structure of human machine communication, social explore the appreciation and critical review of modern
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and organizational interactions with machine design, games. There is a hands-on aspect of the subject where
human capabilities to use machines including their students design and develop games of different genres
learnability as well as algorithms and programming of using appropriate game development framework.
the interface itself, engineering concerns that arise in
designing interfaces, the process of specification design MCS9356 Game Engine Fundamentals
and implementation of interfaces and design tradeoffs. Spring Wollongong On Campus
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Credit Points: 6
MCS9330 Operating Systems Pre-requisites: MCS9204
Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: The subject will employ
Pre-requisites: MCS9212 an appropriate game engine to illustrate the use of
Co-requisites: None an application programming interface (API) in the
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Exclusions: CSCI231 design and development of physics and artificial

Subject Description: This subject develops a thorough intelligence models for computer games. The subject
understanding of the principles and concepts of modern will cover topics including, dynamics of particles,
computer operating systems. Topics covered will broadly collision, rigid body dynamics and collision, gravity and
include, process management, resource allocation, OS projectiles, spring systems, water and waves. ‘Artificial
kernel, memory management, concurrency and file intelligence’ topics include finite state machines,
systems. Specifically the subject will include discussions fuzzy state machines, etc. The subject also covers the
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on, process concept, synchronisation, concurrency development of terrain, sound, etc, for games.
control, threads, inter-process communication, deadlock
prevention, avoidance and detection, micro and monolithic MCS9358 Security Engineering
kernels, multi-tasking, interrupt handling, system and Not on offer in 2010
user processes. System calls, problems of allocation, Credit Points: 6
protection and sharing, memory mapping schemes, CPU Pre-requisites: 12cp of MCS9 200s subjects
scheduling algorithms, real-time scheduling, naming and Co-requisites: None
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directory schemes, disc space allocation, file protection Subject Description: This subject develops the skills
and access control and operating system security and applies the knowledge necessary to identify and solve
problems in the deployment of security systems. Topics
MCS9336 Computer Graphics include: Relationships among cryptographic techniques.
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Black, white and grey hat techniques. Authentication
Credit Points: 6 versus identification, Security policies for security

Pre-requisites: MCS9204 administration. Security monitoring. E-commerce,
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Co-requisites: None bank security. File sharing and source control integrity.
Subject Description: Introduction to computer Legality of digital signatures, DRM, forensics,
representation of lines and points; mathematical liability, copyright protection, internet censorship.
models; transformations in 2 and 3 dimensions; Standards and RFCs. Security of deployed systems.
homogenous coordinate systems; fill algorithms;
solid modelling; hidden line and surface algorithms; MCS9361 Cryptography and Secure
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lighting models; and current trends. Applications

MCS9337 Organisation of Programming Credit Points: 6
Languages Pre-requisites: (CSCI204 or CSCI213)
Spring Wollongong On Campus plus 6cp of 200-level CSCI subjects
Pre-requisites: MCS9124 Subject Description: This subject develops the
Co-requisites: None skills and knowledge necessary to identify and address
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Subject Description: This subject develops an security problems in a variety of simple communication
understanding of major programming paradigms models. Topics covered include: Classical cryptology,
including imperative, functional, logical, object-oriented, Modern secret key cryptography including block (DES,
and procedural paradigms. Introduces formal language AES) and stream ciphers (RC4), security properties
specification. Covers language definition and syntax; data (authentication, integrity, confidentiality, availability),
types and data structures, control structures and data flow; public key cryptography (knapsacks, RSA, Rabin,
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run-time considerations; and interpreted languages. Elgamal), digital signatures (RSA, DSS, Elgamal) , hashing
(birthday paradox, Merkle-Damgard construction),
MCS9346 Game Development MACS’s, Key management (PKI, certificates, key
Autumn Wollongong On Campus establishment/exchange/transport, Diffie-Hellman),
Credit Points: 6 Identification protocols, Privacy preserving (mix-nets),
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Pre-requisites: MCS9236 Secret sharing. Applications studied include some of:

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Co-requisites: None email security, SET, E-payment, E-voting, Fair exchange.

Subject Description: Subject introduces the game
development and production lifecycle. Students are
exposed to the different game genre and how they affect

MCS9366 Multimedia Computing MMS9201 Multivariate and Vector Calculus
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Pre-requisites: MCS9204 Pre-requisites: None
Subject Description: The subject will introduce the Exclusions: MATH201
acquisition, representation, compression, transportation/ Subject Description: MMS9201 extends the
communication and consumption of multimedia data calculus of one variable to the calculus of more than
including, images, video and audio. The treatment one variable. Applications are given to maxima and
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will be general and cover commonly used acquisition minima, multiple integrals, vector calculus, line, surface
devices including digital still and video cameras, audio and volume integrals, and to geometrical problems.
microphones; colour representation techniques for
images and video; modern compression techniques for MMS9202 Differential Equations 2
compact representation (JPEG, JPEG2000, H.264/AVC, Spring Wollongong On Campus
MPEG4,); RTSP, etc. The subject will include a laboratory Credit Points: 6
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component where students design and implement simple Pre-requisites: None
applications of multimedia including computer games. Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: MATH202
MCS9368 Network Security Subject Description: MMS9202 introduces the student
Spring Wollongong On Campus to various special functions and differential equations
Credit Points: 6 and to techniques (both analytic and numerical) for
Pre-requisites: MCS9361 their solution. Topics covered include exact first order
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Co-requisites: None equations, Gamma, Beta and Error functions, Laplace
Subject Description: This subject provides a survey transforms, Fourier series, separation of variables for
of network security technologies, and explores them in PDE’s, basic numerical techniques, computer packages,
practice. This includes but is not limited to, network- and comparative accuracy of numerical techniques.
based threats, security failure in cryptographic and
network protocols, authentication servers, certificates MMS9203 Linear Algebra
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and public-key infrastructures, security provisions in
communication protocols and standards, electronic mail Credit Points: 6
security, firewalls and intrusion detection systems. Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
MCS9398 Introduction to Enterprise Exclusions: MATH203
Computing Subject Description: The study of systems of linear

Spring Wollongong On Campus equations is important not only to mathematicians but
also to scientists and engineers. Study of these systems is
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Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: MCS9399 done both theoretically and numerically with geometrical
Co-requisites: None interpretations given. It aims to build on students’
Subject Description: The primary aim of this subject knowledge of matrix algebra and vector analysis.
is to equip students with a thorough understanding of
the technologies that underlie distributed enterprise MMS9204 Complex Variables and
systems. The origins of these technologies and the Group Theory
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development of container/component models for Spring Wollongong On Campus
applications will be explored. The subject will include Credit Points: 6
coverage of remote invocation mechanisms (such as Pre-requisites: None
RPC, Java RMI, CORBA, XML/RPC, SOAP, Service Co-requisites: None
Oriented Architectures etc), lifecycle issues (in Java RMI, Exclusions: MATH204
CORBA, EJB), and supporting services (transactions, Subject Description: MMS9204 is of substantial value
automated data persistence, events/messaging, naming, to science and other students. The study of Complex Law
trading, security, and XML-parsing). Students will Variables extends the calculus of functions of a real
complete introductory assignments that provide basic variable to functions of a complex variable. Group
experience in a number of these advanced technologies Theory studies basic algebraic properties common to
many mathematical systems and is currently applied in
MCS9399 Server Technology the areas of physics, geology and computer science.
MMS9212 Applied Mathematical Modelling 2
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Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: MCS9213 Spring Wollongong On Campus
Subject Description: This subject provides a broad Pre-requisites: None
overview of the computing technologies that underlie Co-requisites: None
e-commerce. Technical topics will include: the HTML- Exclusions: MATH212
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markup language and HTTP protocol, client-side scripting Subject Description: MMS9212 is a subject in the
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with Javascript, CGI programming using Perl, web server applied mathematics strand. The subject provides insight
configuration (Apache), PHP scripting, Java servlets, into the process of Applied Mathematical Modelling
Java Server Pages, and a limited introduction to .NET in two important areas, heat transfer and Newtonian

mechanics, though the modelling skills will be transferable MMS9305 Partial Differential Equations
to other areas. The main mathematical technique used Spring Wollongong On Campus
is that of solving ordinary differential equations. Credit Points: 6
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MMS9222 Continuous Mathematics Co-requisites: None
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Exclusions: MATH305
Credit Points: 6 Subject Description: This subject is in a central
Pre-requisites: None area of mathematics, as many physical problems in the
Co-requisites: None world are modelled with partial differential equations.
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Exclusions: MATH222 Various types of equations and their solutions are

Subject Description: Continuous Mathematics discussed. As many equations cannot be solved in
deals the properties of the real numbers, and especially analytical form, numerical methods of solution also
with convergent sequences and continuous functions are considered. The aim is to develop high level
on the real numbers. Careful attention to precision in mathematical ability and problem solving skills.
definitions and arguments is an important aspect of the
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presentation. This mathematics highlights and explains MMS9312 Applied Mathematical Modelling 3
the power and the limitations of calculus. This course Autumn Wollongong On Campus
will include derivations of the principal theorems of Credit Points: 6
calculus and their applications. The material covered has Pre-requisites: None
developed over two centuries and underpins much of Co-requisites: None
modern mathematics and many practical applications. Exclusions: MATH312
Subject Description: MMS9312 shows how to
MMS9231 Probability and Random Variables
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undertake mathematical modelling of many scientific

Autumn Wollongong On Campus and engineering processes and problems arising in
Credit Points: 6 industry. Main foci are: continuum mechanics, including
Pre-requisites: None deformation of materials; linear elasticity, including basic
Co-requisites: None concepts of the stress-strain relation; and fluid mechanics.
Exclusions: STAT231 and STAT291
Subject Description: MMS9231 applies statistical tools MMS9313 Industrial Mathematical Modelling
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to the modelling and analysis of random experiments. Not on offer in 2010

Includes graphical and numerical data presentation; Credit Points: 6
statistical computing; discrete random variables (binomial, Pre-requisites: None
geometric, hypergeometric and Poisson) and continuous Co-requisites: None
random variables (uniform, Normal and gamma); Exclusions: MATH313
expected values; transformations; moment generating Subject Description: MMS9313 is designed to develop
functions; multivariate distributions; the Poisson process. mathematical modelling skills by the examination of
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case studies relevant to industry. The basic equations

MMS9232 Estimation and Hypothesis Testing are derived from first principles and used to study
Spring Wollongong On Campus the transfer of mass and heat, diffusion, solidification
Credit Points: 6 and combustion. In addition, the subject aims to
Pre-requisites: None improve oral presentation skills by making tutorial
Co-requisites: None participation an assessable component of the subject.
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Exclusions: STAT232
Subject Description: MMS9232 develops techniques MMS9322 Algebra
of statistical inference and statistical analysis. The Autumn Wollongong On Campus
inference techniques are sampling distributions (such Credit Points: 6
as chi-squared, t and F distributions), methods and Pre-requisites: None
criteria of estimation, and hypothesis testing. The Co-requisites: None
analysis techniques are nonparametric testing (such Exclusions: MATH322
as the sign, median and Wilcoxon tests), simple linear Subject Description: MMS9322 has been designed
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regression and one and two-way analysis of variance. to develop clear and critical understanding, problem-
solving skills and a capacity for rigorous argument.
MMS9302 Differential Equations 3 It builds on the group theory section of MMS9204,
Autumn Wollongong On Campus and to a lesser extent upon the finite mathematics
Credit Points: 6 section of MMS9222. An aim is to develop an
Pre-requisites: None appreciation of some of the concepts of modern
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Co-requisites: None algebra, including the work leading to the classification

Exclusions: MATH302 of finite simple groups completed around 1980.
Subject Description: Many physical problems in the
world are modelled with differential equations. This MMS9323 Topology and Chaos
subject extends the knowledge of the student to various Spring Wollongong On Campus
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types of equations and to their solution. Techniques used Credit Points: 6

widely in many areas of physical science are developed in Pre-requisites: None
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this subject. Topics include Laplace and Fourier transforms, Co-requisites: None
series solutions, and Hypergeometric and Bessel functions. Exclusions: MATH323
Subject Description: MMS9323 aims to develop critical

understanding and problem-solving skills in the context of Subject Description: This subject aims to introduce the
topology and chaos theory. It is intended to convey some student to the techniques and technologies of structured
of the impact of chaos theory in other areas and encourage systems analysis. It examines the complementary
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interest of the student in phenomena such as the Koch roles of systems analysts, clients and users in life cycle
curve. Some concepts discussed are notions of distance, development methods. Data flow analysis and process
dynamical systems, fractals and the Mandelbrot set. descriptions are introduced and the relation to object
orientation examined. The student will make use of
MMS9324 Calculus of Variations a Computer Aided Software Engineering (CASE)
and Geometry tool to document solutions to typical problems
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Credit Points: 6 MTS9105 Communications and Networks
Exclusions: MATH324 Pre-requisites: 6cp of 100 level MTS9
Subject Description: This subject is about classical Co-requisites: None
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calculus of variations and geometric analysis of curves Subject Description: This subject will introduce
and surfaces. These areas and the links between them the concept of networks and the Internet. Topics
are central to much modern mathematical analysis covered include: different types of data and the
and also find diverse applications in engineering, history of data communications; signals, modulation
physics and biology. This subject builds on students’ and multiplexing; switching technologies and
knowledge of calculus and linear algebra to routing; network architectures: LANS, WANs and
represent curves and surfaces and their properties, the Internet; Internet services, multimedia services,
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particularly their curvature, analytically, and to broadband services and Internet protocols; emerging
develop several important and widely applicable tools technologies: optical and wireless networks.
for optimisation of energies in various contexts
MTS9111 Programming Concepts
MMS9325 Wavelets Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Not on offer in 2010 Spring Wollongong On Campus
Engineering
Exclusions: MATH325 Subject Description: The broad aim of this
Subject Description: The theory of wavelets is a subject is to develop in students an understanding
branch of mathematical analysis which has developed of the fundamental principles of programming

rapidly over the last 15 years. Wavelets are widely and as well as to develop skills in the design and
increasingly important in applications, and at the same implementation of well structured algorithms to a
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time their study permits an accessible introduction range of classical, business computing problems.
to some of the key ideas of modern mathematical
analysis. Major topics covered include inner product MTS9112 Database
spaces and the notion of convergence in inner product Spring Wollongong On Campus
spaces, Hilbert spaces and Fourier series in Hilbert Credit Points: 6
spaces, the Haar wavelet, and techniques for the Pre-requisites: 6 credit points
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construction and analysis of wavelets in general. of MTS9100-level subjects
Co-requisites: None
MMS9335 Sample Surveys and Subject Description: This subject aims to provide
Experimental Design a concise and modern treatment of introductory
Autumn Wollongong On Campus database topics that are useful for information systems
Credit Points: 6 professionals. The goal of this subject is to learn the
Pre-requisites: None fundamental database concepts including conceptual
Co-requisites: None data modelling, the relational data model and relational
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Exclusions: STAT335, STAT355, STAT955 algebra and develop skills in the design and manipulation
Subject Description: MMS9335 develops skills of relational databases using Structured Query Language
in designing and analysing statistical investigations. (SQL). The subject will also briefly introduce advanced
Statistical computing is an essential part of the course. database concepts and emerging database technologies.
Topics covered: Experimental designs (completely
randomised, randomised complete block, Latin MTS9114 Object Oriented Programming
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Square, factorial); the analysis of the data arising from Spring Wollongong On Campus
these designs; steps in conducting a sample survey; Credit Points: 6
methods such as simple random sampling and stratified Pre-requisites: MTS9111
sampling, number raised and ratio estimation. Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: The aims of this subject are
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MTS9100 Systems Analysis to consolidate and extend student’s knowledge and

skills in structured programming and to introduce
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Credit Points: 6 them to the concepts and practice of object oriented
Pre-requisites: None programming. To achieve this aim the subject will
Co-requisites: None provide students with an opportunity to develop

further programming skills and good coding style; Subject Description: The aim of this subject is
develop skills in using the object-oriented concepts to provide students with a practical knowledge of
of inheritance, encapsulation, construction, access web programming concepts and techniques and user
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control, overloading and messaging; develop and display interface design techniques used in the creation of
competency in the design and implementation of dynamic web sites. The subject will provide students
object-oriented programs to solve business problems. with an opportunity to develop an understanding
of the principles of client and server-based scripts as
MTS9201 Information and well as user-interface constructs. Students will also be
Communication Security able to apply these principles. The subject provides an
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Spring Wollongong On Campus in-depth look at the object oriented features of web
Credit Points: 6 programming. Students will have exposure to appropriate
Pre-requisites: 24cp of 100 level MTS9 software development tools to complete a data cycle
Co-requisites: None of input data -store data -output data via the web.
Subject Description: This subject provides students with
a real-world approach to Information and Communication MTS9208 Strategic Systems Management
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Security Issues. Both managerial and technical aspects are Spring Wollongong On Campus
addressed. The subject will cover the need for security, Credit Points: 6
professional and regulatory considerations, security Pre-requisites: 24cp of 100 level MTS9
technology, physical security, information security, and Co-requisites: None
personnel issues. Students will be required to engage Exclusions: BUSS308
in problem solving activities that apply the principles Subject Description: Students will be introduced to
learned in the subject, and will also be required to acquire the processes involved in managing information systems
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knowledge of current practice and technologies. in the contemporary business environment. Students
will gain an appreciation of the issues surrounding
MTS9204 Principles of eBusiness the strategy and planning of information systems; the
Autumn Wollongong On Campus strategic, tactical and operational roles of the Chief
Credit Points: 6 Information Officer (CIO); the alignment between
Pre-requisites: 6cp of 100 level MTS9 information systems and business; policy and practice;
Co-requisites: None technology diffusion; operational management; major
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Exclusions: IACT304 trends impacting information systems management

Subject Description: This subject aims to provide and how to asses the value of information systems.
students with an understanding of eBusiness fundamentals.
Today most businesses compete in a global environment MTS9212 Corporate Network
and a sound strategy for online business is essential to Planning and Design
facilitate this. This subject covers key areas of eBusiness, Spring Wollongong On Campus
including: business-to-consumer, business-to-business Credit Points: 6
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and business-to-government electronic commerce Pre-requisites: 6cp of 100 level MTS9

(EC); online business models and electronic payment Co-requisites: None
systems (EPS) and EC technology basics. Standards, Subject Description: The systematic design of networks
regulation and policy, security and social and economic includes requirements gathering, requirements analysis, the
issues will also be considered in the contexts of business development of logical design and the conversion of the
Intranets, Extranets and the Internet. The subject logical design to a physical design. The use of architectures
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also provides an introduction to the ‘Patterns for will provide students with a high level framework
eBusiness’ approach to eBusiness analysis and design. that consists of addressing and routing, performance
characteristics, security and network management. The
MTS9206 Web Technologies subject will teach students to relate this framework to
Autumn Wollongong On Campus basic data communication techniques developed in
Credit Points: 6 previous subjects as well extend their knowledge of
Pre-requisites: 6cp of 100 level MTS9 addressing and routing and performance characteristics
Co-requisites: None
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Subject Description: This subject teaches the MTS9218 Systems Design and Human
concepts and skills for introductory database-driven Computer Interaction
Web development and design. It provides a systematic Autumn Wollongong On Campus
introduction to some of the major Web technologies and Credit Points: 6
exercises these in practice. The subject covers the concepts Pre-requisites: 6cp of 100 level MTS9
and technology fundamentals of Web development, client-
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Co-requisites: None
side technologies such as scripting languages, also server- Subject Description: This subject extends systems
side programming and database technologies accessed via analysis and introduces the student to the techniques
the Web. The emphasis where possible and appropriate is and technologies of structured systems design and object
on Web “standards” (namely W3C recommendations). oriented systems design in the post-analysis stages of
the Systems Development Life Cycle. It examines the
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MTS9207 Web Programming I complementary roles of systems analysts, designers, clients

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Spring Wollongong On Campus and users in traditional Systems Development Life Cycle
Credit Points: 6 and Object Oriented development methods. Process and
Pre-requisites: MTS9111 Object methods and models are extended to cover systems
Co-requisites: None design and implementation. Program design is placed

in the context of systems design. The student will make Co-requisites: None
use of a Computer Aided Software Engineering (CASE) Subject Description: This subject covers advanced
tool to document design solutions to typical problems database topics including but not limited to: business
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intelligence and analytical processing; scorecards and
MTS9301 Professional Practice & Ethics dashboards; data quality and managing data change;
Autumn Wollongong On Campus data warehousing and data mining; data analysis and
Credit Points: 6 data integration; time series data; and the use of data
Pre-requisites: 6cp of 100 level MTS9 across the Web. Discussion and hands on exercises
Co-requisites: None related to these topics will equip students to meet
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Subject Description: This subject covers the body of the challenges in database management and the use
ideas and commonly held principles that broadly apply and development of advanced database applications.
to ethical behaviour in the information technology Students will be presented with opportunities to do
environment. IACT201 will examine the social and ethical hands-on work with appropriate commercial tools.
implications of information technologies as they apply to
citizens and information technology professionals. It will MTS9318 Information Systems Project
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present legal, regulatory, social and ethical perspectives on Annual Wollongong On Campus
the use of such technologies through topics of intellectual Credit Points: 12
property, privacy, networking, security, reliability. The Pre-requisites: 6cp of 100 level MTS9
inclusion of a professional ethics is to prepare students Co-requisites: None
for careers in the information technology industry. Subject Description: This subject aims to provide
The extent to which technological advancements students with: practical experience in the principles
have altered societal expectations is also examined. and techniques of project management; experience
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in the design of a real world project involving IS
MTS9302 Corporate Network Management techniques; and practical experience in team work
Autumn Wollongong On Campus and project management skill development.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: 6cp of 100 level MTS9 MTS9332 Business Process Management
Subject Description: This subject explores Credit Points: 6
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telecommunications network planning from a Pre-requisites: 6cp of 100 level MTS9
strategic perspective. Topics covered will include: Co-requisites: None
(1) Fundamental Networking Concepts: standards, Subject Description: Business process management
protocols, architectures and technologies (2) (BPM) combines a process-centric and cross-functional
Fundamental Data Networking Concepts: network approach to improving how organizations achieve their

topologies, network devices, wireless networking, business goals. A BPM solution makes use of IT to model,
security and applications (3) Fundamental Voice automate, manage and optimize business processes to
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Networking Concepts: history, network classifications, increase productivity. Within this subject students learn
the telephone system and voice communications, important process-centric issues in business system
architectures, cellular networks (4) Convergence Of design and implementation. Focus will be placed on
Voice And Data In Telecommunications: frame/cell both business and technical perspectives of BPM. Topics
relay, broadband networks, emerging technologies covered include: Basic business process concepts; Business
process modelling; Business process outsourcing; Business
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MTS9306 Strategic eBusiness Solutions process re-engineering; Business process improvement;
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Workflow and business process automation; Business
Credit Points: 6 process management and service-oriented architecture
Pre-requisites: 6cp of 100 level MTS9
Co-requisites: None MTS9351 Information Technology Project
Subject Description: This subject aims to provide Annual Wollongong On Campus
students with an understanding of how to design Credit Points: 12
integrated solutions for eBusiness using a pattern-oriented Pre-requisites: 6cp of 100 level MTS9
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approach. Enterprises, both large and small, as well as Co-requisites: None

government institutions, are increasingly becoming Subject Description: This subject is a group project,
reliant upon eBusiness infrastructure. Knowing the conducted under the supervision of an academic staff
strategic business and technology principles and practices member(s). Staff members will propose real-world IT
related to the design process is becoming increasingly projects ranging from the selection and implementation
important for a given organisation. This subject will of IT to the development and implementation of software
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cover business scenarios including electronic data systems. Involves: project planning, group coordination,
interchange (EDI), supply chain management (SCM), seminars and individual presentations, research of
enterprise application integration (EAI), customer proposed application domain, preparation of reports and,
relationship management (CRM), sales force automation depending on the project, various system development
(SFA); and knowledge management systems (KM). methodologies. Students will form teams, each of which
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will design, implement and document a solution to

MTS9311 Database Management Systems one of the proposed projects. Teams will meet weekly
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Autumn Wollongong On Campus with supervisors to discuss progress and problems.

Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: MTS9114

SHS 940 Statistics in Health Research STAT905 Time Series
Spring Wollongong Distance Not on offer in 2010
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Co-requisites: None Subject Description: Prediction theory;
Exclusions: GHMD983 Linear models: identification, estimation,
Subject Description: Introduces basic statistical diagnostic checking; Multivariate models.
concepts and methods. Topics covered: collecting data,
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designing statistical studies, principles of data presentation; STAT906 Experimental Design

exploratory data analysis, probability and statistical models Autumn Wollongong On Campus
emphasising binomial and normal distributions; categorical Credit Points: 6
data, contingency tables and the Chi-squared distribution; Pre-requisites: None
sampling, sample means and the central limit theorem; Co-requisites: None
inference - point estimation, confidence intervals, testing Subject Description: The general linear
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hypotheses; inference about single parameters; comparing model; Complete and incomplete block
means and proportions, analysis of variance, demography. designs; The construction of optimal block
designs; Factorial designs and fractional factorial
STAT901 Modern Inference designs; Response surface methodology.
Credit Points: 6 STAT920 Stochastic Methods in Finance
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Subject Description: Introduction to the Pre-requisites: None
use of a statistical software package; bootstrap Co-requisites: None
methods; Monte-Carlo methods; permutation tests; Subject Description: STAT920 covers necessary
nonparametric regression; the sign, Kruskal-Wallis probabilistic concepts and models such as linear stochastic
and Spearman tests and extensions of them; ties. models, nonlinear stochastic models and nonlinear chaotic
models used in finance. Topics discussed in this subject
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STAT902 Advanced Data Analysis also include martingale methods, stochastic processes,
Not on offer in 2010 optimal stopping, the modeling of uncertainty using
Credit Points: 6 a Wiener process, Ito’s formula as a tool of stochastic
Pre-requisites: None calculus, fundamentals of stochastic differential equations
Co-requisites: None and the applications of these methods to finance.
Subject Description: A selection of topics from:

Regression model building and checking; Causal STAT921 Linear and Generalised
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modelling; Cluster analysis; Multi-dimensional scaling; Linear Models

Log-linear models; Generalised linear models; Time Spring Wollongong On Campus
series methods; Principal components, Factor analysis; Credit Points: 6
Canonical correlations; Statistical computer packages. Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
STAT903 Survey Design and Analysis Exclusions: STAT332
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Spring Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: This unit considers how to

Credit Points: 6 investigate relationships between variables arising from
Pre-requisites: None observational studies and designed experiments. Topics
Co-requisites: None include: * Model fitting as an approach to statistical
Subject Description: Survey methods - survey analysis * Exponential family of distributions * Maximum
development; Cluster and muli-stage sampling; likelihood estimation * Inference methods based on
Repeated and longitudinal surveys; Non-sampling model fitting * Models for multiple linear regression;
errors; General methods of variance estimation;
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estimation and analysis; diagnostics and model selection

Small area estimation; Non-response adjustment; * Generalised linear models for categorical data:
Analysis of complex survey data; Report writing. logistic regression for nominal and ordinal data, Poisson
regression and log-linear models * Additive models.
STAT904 Statistical Consulting
Spring Wollongong On Campus STAT922 Statistical Inference
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Subject Description: Project management; Client Co-requisites: None
liaison; Problem identification; Consulting ethics Exclusions: STAT333
and principles; Sources of data; Choosing design and Subject Description: This unit considers how to make
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analysis procedures; Common problems in statistical inferences about unknown quantities from observed data
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consulting; Setting sample size - power calculations; Topics covered include, * Estimation methods: maximum
Consulting case studies; Report writing. likelihood and minimum variance unbiased estimation *
Hypothesis Testing; likelihood ratio, score and Wald tests,

* Evaluating tests * Monte Carlo Simulation methods for Subject Description: A selection of topics
inference * Randomisation tests * Monte Carlo Markov will be available from time to time to serve as
Chain * Jackknife methods * Bootstrap methods. preliminary material in the Master of Statistics
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STAT923 Applied Probability and STAT981 Advanced Topics in Statistics A
Financial Risk Autumn Wollongong On Campus
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Co-requisites: None Subject Description: Current research interests
Exclusions: STAT304 of staff of the School of Mathematics and
Subject Description: This subject develops the Applied Statistics and visitors to the School.
stochastic models required for decision making under
uncertainty in finance, economics and actuarial statistics. STAT982 Advanced Topics in Statistics B
Stochastic models include processes in both discrete time Not on offer in 2010
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(random walk, Markov chains) and continuous time (birth Credit Points: 6
and death processes, Gaussian processes). The applications Pre-requisites: None
focus on the measurement, management and control Co-requisites: None
of risk and its consequences. Particular topics include Subject Description: Current research interests
gambler’s ruin, log-normal price models,Value at Risk of staff of the School of Mathematics and
(VaR) measures and Markowitz portfolio selection. Applied Statistics and visitors to the School.
STAT983 Advanced Topics in Statistics C
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STAT943 Statistical Quality Control 2
Pre-requisites: MATH188 Pre-requisites: None
Subject Description: Current research interests
STAT955 Sample Surveys and Experimental of staff of the School of Mathematics and
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Design (With Project) Applied Statistics and visitors to the School.
Autumn Wollongong On Campus STAT990 Minor Project
Pre-requisites: STAT232, or STAT252 at Credit
level or better, or STAT151 at Credit level or

Credit Points: 6
better, or PSYC232 at Credit level or better, or
ECON121 at Credit level or better, or (STAT131
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Co-requisites: None
and STAT231 both at Credit level or better)
Co-requisites: None STAT991 Project
Exclusions: Not to count with STAT335 or STAT355. Annual Wollongong On Campus
Subject Description: Experimental designs: completely
Spring2010/
randomised, randomised complete block, Latin Square,
factorial; the analysis of the data arising from these
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Credit Points: 12
designs. Steps in conducting a sample survey; methods
such as simple random sampling and stratified sampling,
Co-requisites: None
number raised and ratio estimation. Statistical computing
is an essential part of this subject. Project: Students will
undertake a project that relates the work of this subject
to an investigation in their field of major interest.
STAT971 Preliminary Topics in Statistics A

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Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None
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Subject Description: A selection of topics

will be available from time to time to serve as
preliminary material in the Master of Statistics
STAT972 Preliminary Topics in Statistics B

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Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None

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Faculty of Law
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Courses Offered
Research
Master of Laws – Research
Commerce
Master of Maritime Studies – Research
Coursework
Master of Laws (Criminal Prosecutions)
Master of Fisheries Policy
Master of Maritime Studies
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Master of Maritime Policy
Master of Transnational Crime Prevention
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
Graduate Certificate in Law (Criminal Prosecutions)
Graduate Certificate in Maritime Studies
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Graduate Certificate in Transnational Crime Prevention
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Abbreviation: PhD
Home Faculty: Law

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Overview
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body of knowledge in law.

Candidates should have an undergraduate degree from a recognised institution with Honours Class II, Division 2 or
above. Candidates who do not possess such a degree may be permitted to demonstrate capacity for research, for example
by first completing a Special Research Paper in Law, and should contact the Faculty of Law’s Associate Dean (Research).
Course Requirements
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Candidates are required to satisfactorily complete a major thesis to the value of 48 credit points per annum.
Course Program
THES924 Major Thesis - full-time students 48 per annum
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THES912 Major Thesis - part-time students 24 per annum

· Anti-discrimination law
· Company law
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· Comparative law
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· Conflict of laws
· Constitutional law
· Consumer protection law

· Counter-terrorism law
· Court policy and administration
· Criminal law
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· Cross-cultural legal issues

· Environmental and planning law
· Fisheries law and policy
· Human rights
· Indigenous people and law
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· Industrial relations law

· Intellectual property law
· Interdisciplinary law-related research
· International law
· Islamic law
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· Law enforcement cooperation

· Law relating to the sea
· Law society and culture
· Maritime Policy
· Maritime security
· Natural resources law
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· Terrorism
· Transnational crime
Master of Laws - Research

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Laws – Research
Abbreviation: MLaws-Res
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Home Faculty: Law


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Overview
This research program is designed for candidates to complete a thesis in relation to a discipline of Law.

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Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in Law from a recognised institution or recognised overseas equivalent.
Credit Transfer
Candidates may be exempt from LAW993 Research Project (Minor Thesis) if they have completed a substantial piece of
written research as part of their Honours Law Degree at undergraduate level.
Course Requirements
Law
Candidates are required to satisfactorily complete a 48 credit point research thesis plus 24 credit points of coursework
prior to completion of the thesis.
Course Program
LAW 993 Research Project (Minor Thesis) 8
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LAW 994 Research Proposal 8

Plus one 8 credit point subject relevant to the particular needs of the student, chosen from the following:
LLB9337 Comparative Studies in Law 8
LLB9100 Introduction to Legal Systems 8
Plus 48 credit points in one of the following subjects depending on whether studying part-time or full-time:
THES924 Major Thesis - full-time students 48
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THES912 Major Thesis - part-time students 48

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Refer to the listing under the Doctor of Philosophy entry.

Master of Maritime Studies - Research
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Maritime Studies - Research
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Abbreviation: MMaritimeStud - Res
Home Faculty: Law
Campus: Wollongong
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Overview
The course is a research degree with a specialisation in Maritime Studies.
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Candidates should have an undergraduate degree in any discipline from a recognised institution or recognised overseas
equivalent; or a University of Wollongong Graduate Certificate in Maritime Studies; or relevant professional experience.
Credit Transfer
Candidates may be exempt from all or part of the coursework requirement depending on their research, academic and/or
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professional experience.
Course Requirements
Candidates are required to satisfactorily complete a 48 credit point research thesis plus 24 credit points of coursework
prior to completion of the thesis.
Course Program
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CMP 911 Research Project in Maritime Studies 8
Plus two 8 credit point subjects relevant to the particular needs of the student chosen from the Master of Maritime
Studies coursework schedule, or other subjects approved by the Course Coordinator.
Plus 48 credit points in one of the following subjects depending on whether you are part-time or full-time:

THES924 Major Thesis - full-time students 48
THES912 Major Thesis - part-time students 48
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Master of Laws (Criminal Prosecutions)
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Laws (Criminal Prosecutions)
Abbreviation: MLaws (CrimPros)
Home Faculty: Law
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Delivery mode: On campus (Face-to-face)
Campus: Wollongong
CRICOS Code: 067078B Law
Overview
This program offers the only post graduate qualification in law in Australia specialising in criminal prosecutions. It draws
on and extends the Faculty of Law’s expertise in the areas of professional legal training and transnational crime prevention
to provide a theoretical and applied basis for meeting the educational needs of those involved in, or wishing to become
involved in, criminal prosecutions. Whilst emphasising the knowledge, art and practice of ethical, skilful and responsible
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prosecuting, the program has equal relevance to those involved in criminal defence work.

Law degree or recognised qualification for admission to legal practice
English language requirements:
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a) IELTS overall band 7.0 or

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b) IELTS overall band 6.0 with attendance in either ELL901 English for Postgraduate Studies 1 in Autumn Session or
ELL903 English for Postgraduate Studies 2 in Spring Session.

Credit Arrangement
Students completing the Graduate Certificate (Criminal Prosecutions) can articulate in to the Masters degree with an
additional 12 credit point Research Project and an additional two elective subjects (12 credit points) form the subjects
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listed in the Crouse Program.
Course Requirements
Students are required to satisfactorily complete 48 credit points, comprising 36 credit points of prescribed subjects and
two elective subjects (12 credit points) from the subjects listed in the Course Program.
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Course Program
Prescribed Subjects
LWPD900 Prosecutorial Practice 6
LWPD901 Applied Criminal Law 6
LWPD902 Advanced Criminal Evidence 6
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LWPD926 Experts & Their Evidence 6

LWPD920 Prosecutions Research Project 12
Elective Subjects
LWPD907 International Law and Criminal Jurisdiction 6
LWPD909 Studies in Transnational Crime and Transnational Criminal Law 6
LWPD912 Prosecuting International Humanitarian Law 6
LWPD914 Comparative Criminal Justice 6
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LWPD919 Special Studies in Prosecutions 6

LWPD927 Prosecuting Transnational Economic and Cybercrime 6
LWPD928 Criminal Trial and Appellate Advocacy 6
NOTE: Not all subjects are offered every year. Students are advised to contact the Course Coordinator before enrolling.
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Master of Fisheries Policy

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Fisheries Policy
Abbreviation: MFishPol
Home Faculty: Law

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Campus: Wollongong
Overview
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The Master of Fisheries Policy programme is designed for fisheries and environmental policy officers, mid-level
managers and enforcement officers from governments, and regional and international organisations. The degree covers
international, regional and national frameworks for sustainable fisheries management and provides knowledge and skills
necessary for the management of fisheries and aquatic resources.

Students should have an undergraduate degree or equivalent or an appropriate professional background.
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Course Requirements
Students are required to satisfactorily complete 48 credit points, comprising subjects listed in the Course Program.
Course Program
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Prescribed Subjects
CMP 902 Law of the Sea 8
CMP 914 International Fisheries Law 8
CMP 915 Fisheries Management 8
CMP 916 Fisheries and Development 8
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CMP 917 Integrated Monitoring, Control and Surveillance 8

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CMP 918 International Fish Trade 8

Master of Maritime Studies
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Maritime Studies
Abbreviation: MMaritimeStud
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Home Faculty: Law
Delivery mode: On campus (Face-to-face) and Distance
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Campus: Wollongong
Overview
The program is designed to meet the professional development requirements of those working in marine fields, such as
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navies, relevant government departments and agencies, NGOs and the private sector, or those who intend to pursue a
career in a maritime or related field.

Credit Transfer
Education
Students who have completed the Graduate Certificate in Maritime Studies may be eligible for 8 credit points of
credit transfer in recognition of professional experience or prior learning. Refer to www.uow.edu.au/about/policy/
UOW058680.html
Course Requirements
Students are required to satisfactorily complete 48 credit points, comprising 16 credit points of prescribed subjects and 32
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credit points of elective subjects, from the subjects listed in the Course Program.
Course Program
Prescribed Subjects

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Elective Subjects
CMP 901 Strategy and Sea Power 8
CMP 904 Maritime Regulation and Enforcement 8
CMP 905 Legal Regulation of Shipping 8
CMP 906 Comparative Oceans Policy 8
CMP 907 Maritime Security Law and Policy 8
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CMP 908 Contemporary Maritime Issues in the Asia-Pacific Region 8
CMP 909 International Marine Environmental Law 8
CMP 910 Special Topic in Maritime Studies 8
CMP 912 Minor Thesis in Maritime Studies 16
CMP 913 Integrated Marine and Coastal Management 8
CMP 915 Fisheries Management 8 Law
NOTE: Not all subjects are offered every year. Students are advised to contact the Course Coordinator before
enrolling.
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Master of Maritime Policy
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Maritime Policy
Abbreviation: MMaritimePol
Arts
Home Faculty: Law

Commerce
Campus: Wollongong
Overview
The program is designed to meet the professional development requirements of those working in marine fields, such as
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navies, relevant government departments and agencies, NGOs and the private sector, or those who intend to pursue a
career in a maritime or related field.

Course Requirements
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Students are required to satisfactorily complete 48 credit points, comprising 16 credit points of prescribed subjects and 32
credit points of elective subjects, from the subjects listed in the Course Program.
Course Program
Prescribed Subjects
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CMP 906 Comparative Oceans Policy 8
Elective Subjects
CMP 904 Maritime Regulation and Enforcement 8

CMP 907 Maritime Security Law and Policy 8
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CMP 909 International Marine Environmental Law 8
CMP 910 Special Topic in Maritime Studies 8
CMP 912 Minor Thesis in Maritime Studies 16
CMP 913 Integrated Marine and Coastal Management 8
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CMP 915 Fisheries Management 8
Master of Transnational Crime Prevention

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Transnational Crime Prevention
Law
Abbreviation: MTransCrimePrev
Home Faculty: Law
Science

Overview
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This program is designed for students from law enforcement agencies and the private sector, including police, customs,
anti-corruption, immigration, banking, finance, accounting and other institutions from Australia, the Asia-Pacific region
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and beyond.

Students should be graduates or have extensive relevant experience at a high level.
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IELTS overall band 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in both reading and writing, 5.5 in listening and speaking.
Credit Transfer
Students successfully completing the Graduate Certificate in Transnational Crime Prevention have the option to articulate
into this course.
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Course Requirements
Students are required to satisfactorily complete 48 credit points from the subjects listed in the Course Program.
Course Program
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Core Subjects
LEGL929 Transnational Crime Prevention 6
LEGL960 Understanding Transnational Crime 6
Elective Subjects
LEGL952 Cyber Crime 6
LEGL954 International Corporate Crime 6
LEGL955 Issues in Comparative Criminal Justice 6
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LEGL956 Major Research Project 12
LEGL957 Security Intelligence and Policy 6
LEGL958 Studies in International Criminal Law 6
LEGL959 International Cooperation and Transnational Crime 6
LEGL960 Understanding Transnational Crime 6
LEGL961 Minor Research Project 6
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LEGL962 Special Studies in Transnational Crime 6
LEGL963 Terrorism and Counter Terrorism 6
LEGL964 Transnational Financial Crime 6
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
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Abbreviation: GDipLegPrac
Home Faculty: Law
Duration: 20 weeks full-time or part-time equivalent
Delivery Mode: On campus (Face-to-face) and Distance
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Overview
This course provides law graduates with the opportunity to complete, through a flexible learning delivery mode, the
admission requirements to practise as a solicitor in New South Wales, Australia. Law

Students should have a University of Wollongong LLB degree, a Diploma in Law from the Legal Profession Admission
Board or a law degree from an accredited tertiary institution, including the successful completion (pass level) of the
equivalent of the University’s skills training and legal profession studies subjects (ie, skills training, conveyancing, litigation
practice and professional responsibility/ethics).
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However, students who have not completed equivalent subjects as described above will have appropriate skills training in
the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice program offered by the Faculty of Law at the University of Wollongong.
Course Requirements
Students are required to satisfactorily complete all coursework and professional experience components of the Practical
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Legal Training Course.

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Course Program
LLB 843 Professional Practice or 8
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LLB 847 Professional Experience* 0

LLB 844 Practice Management 8
LLB 845 Conducting Litigation 16
LLB 846 Commercial and Property Practice 16
*Students who have completed the subject LLB396 Professional Practice as part of the LLB at UOW are required to
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enrol in LLB847.
The Legal Profession Admission Board recognises this course for graduates applying for admission as legal practitioners in
New South Wales.
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Other Information
International law graduates should first contact the Legal Profession Admission Board for directions as to what
requirements they must meet in order to qualify for admission in New South Wales. They may be required to complete
some additional law studies and it is usual to complete these before commencing the practical legal training requirements.
Graduate Certificate in Law (Criminal Prosecutions)

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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Law (Criminal Prosecutions)*

Abbreviation: GCertLaw(Crim Pros)
Home Faculty: Law
Delivery mode: On campus (Face-to-face and flexible)
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Location: Wollongong, Malaysia
* Spring Session 2009 name changed to Graduate Certificate in Law (Criminal Prosecutions) from Graduate Certificate
in Law (Prosecutions).
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Overview
This program is designed specifically to address the educational needs of those with a special knowledge of or interest in
prosecutorial practice. It draws on and extends the Faculty’s existing expertise in the areas of professional legal training
and transnational crime prevention to provide a theoretical and applied basis for meeting the educational needs of those
involved in prosecutions.
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Students should have a degree in Law from a recognised institution or recognised overseas equivalent, or be admitted to
practice as a barrister or solicitor.
a) IELTS overall band 7.0 or
b) IELTS overall band 6.0 with attendance in either ELL901 Effective Spoken Communication for Postgraduate Studies
in Autumn Session or ELL903 Effective Written Communication for Postgraduate Studies in Spring Session.
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Credit Transfer
The Graduate Certificate in Law (Criminal Prosecutions) fully articulates into the Master of Laws (Criminal
Prosecutions) which can be completed by undertaking two electives and a research project of 12 credit points from the
Master of Laws Course Program. Refer to the General Course Rules: www.uow.edu.au/handbook/generalcourserules
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Course Requirements
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LWPD900 Prosecutorial Practice* 6
LWPD901 Applied Criminal Law* 6
LWPD902 Advanced Criminal Evidence* 6
LWPD907 International Law and Criminal Jurisdiction 6
LWPD909 Studies in Transnational Crime and Transnational Criminal Law 6
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LWPD912 Prosecuting International Humanitarian Law 6
LWPD914 Comparative Criminal Justice 6
LWPD915 Criminal Appellate Advocacy 6
LWPD916 Prosecuting Transnational Economic and Cyber Crime 6
LWPD919 Special Studies in Prosecutions 6
LWPD925 DNA for Lawyers 6
LWPD926 Experts and their Evidence* 6
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* Students enrolled at Wollongong must complete these subjects.
Graduate Certificate in Maritime Studies

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Maritime Studies
Education
Abbreviation: GCertMaritimeStud
Home Faculty: Law
Location: Australian Defence College, Canberra
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UOW Course Code: 1139, AN139
CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
This program is designed to meet the professional education requirements of the Royal Australian Navy.

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The program is open to Officers of the Royal Australian Navy and their civilian equivalents in the Department of
Defence who possess an undergraduate degree or its equivalent and/or satisfy the entry requirements of the Navy for
entry to the Command and Staff College.
Course Requirements
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Course Program
Law

Students who have successfully completed this program may articulate into the Master of Maritime Studies.
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This course meets the professional education requirements of the Royal Australian Navy.
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Graduate Certificate in Transnational Crime Prevention
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Transnational Crime Prevention
Abbreviation: GCertTransCrimePrev
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Home Faculty: Law

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Overview
This program is designed for students from law enforcement agencies and the private sector, including police, customs,
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anti-corruption, immigration, banking, finance, accounting and other institutions from Australia, the Asia-Pacific region
and beyond.

Students should be graduates or have extensive relevant experience at a high level. The programs are delivered in English
and require competency in the language.
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IELTS overall band 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in both reading and writing, 5.5 in listening and speaking.
Course Requirements
Course Program
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LEGL929 Transnational Crime Prevention* 6
LEGL952 Cyber Crime 6
LEGL954 International Corporate Crime 6
LEGL955 Issues in Comparative Criminal Justice 6
LEGL957 Security Intelligence and Policy 6

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LEGL958 Studies in International Criminal Law 6

LEGL959 International Cooperation and Transnational Crime 6
LEGL960 Understanding Transnational Crime* 6
LEGL962 Special Studies in Transnational Crime 6
LEGL963 Terrorism and Counter Terrorism 6
LEGL964 Transnational Financial Crime 6
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*These subjects are compulsory for students who intend to enrol in the Master of Transnational Crime Prevention.

Students who successfully complete this program are guaranteed entry into the Master of Transnational Crime Prevention.
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SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS Regulatory Framework, including: the Law of the
Sea Convention; the role of the IMO; IMO related
conventions; regional regulatory frameworks; and
CMP 901 Strategy and Sea Power
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the arrest and detention of ships. 2. The Australian
Domestic Regulatory Framework, including: the
Credit Points: 8
constitutional framework; the administrative framework;
the Navigation Act; marine insurance; and salvage.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: The course will cover the CMP 906 Comparative Oceans Policy
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following issues: the Mahanian legacy, the great Spring Wollongong On Campus
White Fleet, the Gunboat Diplomacy, the Washington Credit Points: 8
Disarmament Conference, Power in the Pacific, Pre-requisites: None
the Pacific War, the Cold War and the Nuclear Age, Co-requisites: None
ANZUS and the Radford-Collins Agreement, the Subject Description: The course analyses policy
Asia-Pacific Regional Context, Lehman and the implications of increased sea use, comprising the
Forward Maritime Strategy, the New World Order.
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following aspects: the conceptual basis for an integrated
CMP 902 Law of the Sea national ocean policy; the integration of national sectoral
interests such as marine industries and other stakeholders;
integrating ocean and coastal management; Australia’s
Spring Wollongong On Campus Oceans Policy; ocean policy developments in other parts
Credit Points: 8 of the world; and regional cooperation and management
Pre-requisites: None of shared ocean space, especially within the Southeast Asia.
Co-requisites: None
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Subject Description: The subject will cover the CMP 907 Maritime Security Law and Policy
following: the history of international ocean management Autumn Wollongong On Campus
regimes; the 1982 Law of the Sea Convention; the Spring Wollongong On Campus
Law of Armed Conflict of the Sea; the international Credit Points: 8
legal regulation of marine resources; the protection of Pre-requisites: None
the marine environment; and law and order at sea. Co-requisites: None
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CMP 903 Australian Maritime Power Subject Description: Maritime Security Law and
Not on offer in 2010 Policy addresses the emerging international policy and
Credit Points: 8 regulatory framework being developed and implemented
Pre-requisites: None in response to post-9/11 maritime security threats. It
Co-requisites: None also examines selected regional and national regulatory

Subject Description: The course deals with the measures, including Australia’s policy and legislative
responses and relevant American measures. Topics to
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historical evolution of Australian maritime power from
a naval perspective. Topics covered include: international be covered include: the Law of the Sea Convention;
oceans politics; the uses of the sea; the development of the Convention for the Suppression of Unlawful Acts
national oceans policy; regional maritime policy issues Against the Safety of Maritime Navigation 1988 (SUA
in the Asia-Pacific; maritime and security arrangements Convention), including the Protocol for the Suppression
in the Asia-Pacific region; Australia’s maritime science of Unlawful Acts Against the Safety of Fixed Platforms
and technology plan; co-operative arrangements for Located on the Continental Shelf 1988 (and the 2005
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regional maritime surveillance and maritime transport. Protocols to each); the International Ship and Port
Facility Security (ISPS) Code; International Maritime
CMP 904 Maritime Regulation Organization guidelines on combating piracy; regional
responses by organizations such as APEC and the ASEAN
and Enforcement
Regional Forum; PSI and bilateral U.S. ship-boarding
agreements; the Container Security Initiative and
Credit Points: 8
C-TPAT (U.S.); Australian responses such as JOPC, AMIS
and new legislation; shortcomings and implementation
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Co-requisites: None
challenges of new regulatory requirements; and
Subject Description: The course focuses on the
emerging developments and technologies, such as long-
specific enforcement and regulatory powers, and
range identification and tracking (LRIT) of vessels.
responsibilities of states in the various maritime
zones of jurisdiction, i.e. the territorial sea, the EEZ, CMP 908 Contemporary Maritime Issues
continental shelf and high seas. Relevant policy
in the Asia-Pacific Region
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and legal considerations in the development and

enforcement of maritime jurisdiction will be covered. Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 8
CMP 905 Legal Regulation of Shipping Pre-requisites: None
Credit Points: 8 Subject Description: This course deals with the
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Pre-requisites: None leading maritime issues in the Asia-Pacific region,

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Co-requisites: None including: maritime territorial disputes (South

Subject Description: The course addresses the legal China Sea, Taiwan, East China Sea, Kuriles); piracy/
and regulatory frameworks relevant to shipping. It
comprises two main elements: 1. The International

sea robbery; archipelagic sea lane passage; military Pre-requisites: None
operations in the EEZ; confidence-building; naval Co-requisites: None
cooperation and competition; and maritime terrorism. Subject Description: The course addresses: 1. The
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Law of the Sea Convention framework for international

CMP 909 International Marine fisheries law; 2. Shortcomings of the Law of the Sea
Environmental Law framework; 3. Post-Law of the Sea fisheries instruments; 4.
Not on offer in 2010 Fisheries enforcement; 5. Regional fisheries management
Credit Points: 8 organisations; 6. Fisheries sector dispute settlement.
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Co-requisites: None CMP 915 Fisheries Management

Subject Description: The subject covers International Autumn Wollongong On Campus
marine environmental law and conventions, including Credit Points: 8
Part XII of the Law of the Sea Convention and Agenda Pre-requisites: None
21; the specific concerns with, and importance of, Co-requisites: None
the marine environment; important international Subject Description: The subject addresses:
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conventions impacting upon the use and protection 1. Fisheries allocation and property rights and
of the marine environment, and the domestic and stakeholders; 2. Implementation instruments
international legal and policy implications of those and national policy considerations; 3. National
conventions; the state of world and regional fisheries, enforcement regimes; 4. Dispute settlement and
and the legal and political efforts to sustain fish stocks. litigation; 5. Ecological assessment of fisheries.
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Maritime Studies Autumn Wollongong On Campus

Spring Wollongong Distance Credit Points: 8
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject examines the
Subject Description: 10,000 word research interrelationship between science, economics, the
environment, trade, law and policy in the management of
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paper in an approved topic in maritime studies.

fisheries resources. It appraises the global nature of fisheries
CMP 911 Research Project in and fishing activities; issues related to the globalization of
Maritime Studies fisheries; and the challenges facing fisheries management
Autumn Wollongong On Campus and governance among states, particularly developing
states. It demonstrates how important the fisheries
sector can be to economic development, and links this

Credit Points: 8
to concepts such as human security, interdependence
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and the development of regional and international
Co-requisites: None
forms of governance of transnational fisheries issues.
Subject Description: 10,000 word research
paper in an approved topic in maritime studies. CMP 917 Integrated Monitoring,
CMP 912 Minor Thesis in Maritime Studies Control and Surveillance
Informatics

Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject examines the
Subject Description: 20,000 word minor thesis role of monitoring, control, and surveillance (MCS)
in an approved topic in maritime studies in supporting sustainable fisheries. It looks at the
operational and practical aspects of fisheries data
CMP 913 Integrated Marine and collection methods, licensing procedures, enforcement
Law
Coastal Management and prosecution. It explores the use of technology in

Not on offer in 2010 the implementation of fisheries regulations, including a
Credit Points: 8 (non-assessed) training component on vessel monitoring
Pre-requisites: None systems (VMS) - a particularly important practical
Co-requisites: None element that takes advantage of the unique ANCORS
capacity of expertise in vessel tracing. The subject also
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Subject Description: The subject covers: 1. The

processes and importance of marine and coastal surveys existing regional MCS schemes and further
environments 2. Marine and coastal resources, introduces the component of ‘compliance’ which is
ecological systems and ecosystem services. 3. not included in the traditional concept of MCS.
The factors involved with integrated coastal zone CMP 918 International Fish Trade
management. 4. Planning for integrated management:
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roles, components, parties and processes.
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Credit Points: 8
CMP 914 International Fisheries Law Pre-requisites: None
Credit Points: 8 Subject Description: This subject examines the

international trade of fish and fish products as an and comparative law relevant to international business;
important component of sustainable fisheries. It formation and interpretation of international contracts
provides an extensive discussion of the interaction for goods and services; transportation of goods;
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between international fisheries law and trade law. international protection of intellectual property;
Examples of topics to be covered in this subject include: role of national governments and international
health and sanitary requirements for fish processing organisations in international business; formation,
and trade; trade of commercially-exploited species operation and regulation of international business
under the Convention for the International Trade of entities; and resolution of international commercial
Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES); disputes, financing international business transactions,
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fisheries subsidies; and World Trade Organisation international investment and securities regulation.
(WTO) fisheries and environment-related disputes.
LAW 993 Research Essay
LAW 960 Legal Studies For Professionals Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Spring Wollongong On Campus Spring Wollongong On Campus
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Subject Description: The subject is divided into three Subject Description: A supervised research
components. The first is designed to develop a grasp of paper of no more than 10,000 words on a subject
the nature and processes of law; the second introduces the selected by the student and agreed with a supervisor
area of commercial transactions; and the third explores a by week 3 of the session of enrolment.
range of legal duties which arise in business contexts.
LAW 994 Legal Research Proposal
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LAW 969 Occupational Health Autumn Wollongong On Campus
and Safety Law Credit Points: 8
Credit Points: 6 Co-requisites: LAW993 or equivalent
Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject will provide students
Co-requisites: None with the skills to develop a research proposal suitable for
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Subject Description: This subject is concerned with research at Master’s level, and to choose an appropriate
the study of the legal regime governing health, safety and methodology for carrying out the research. It will explore
welfare of people at work in New South Wales. Its focus the range of approaches available to legal researchers at
will be the Occupational Health and Safety Act 2000 and a time when legal research is in a considerable state of
the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations 2001. flux. Traditional approaches based on detailed analysis of

case law and legislation will be compared and contrasted
LAW 970 Banking and Financial with socio-legal approaches which rely on theoretical
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Institutions Law and methodological inputs from other disciplines. In
Autumn Wollongong On Campus particular, the relevance of empirical research to the issues
Credit Points: 6 of implementation and law reform, both qualitative and
Pre-requisites: Bachelor of Commerce specialising quantative, will be examined. After completing the subject,
in Finance or approval by the Head of Department students will be in a position to pursue more detailed
Co-requisites: None studies in relation to their methodology of choice.
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Subject Description: The legal framework establishing,
controlling and regulating financial institutions, LAW9302 Law of Business Organisations
including the Reserve Bank, banks, money market Autumn Wollongong On Campus
dealers and securities. The law dealing with financial Credit Points: 6
money market instruments, particularly bills of Pre-requisites: LAW960
exchange, promissory notes and cheques. Legal basis Co-requisites: None
of the relationship between financial institutions and Exclusions: LAW 302 Law of Business Organisations
Subject Description: This subject considers the key
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their clients. The law of securities - nature and types of
securities; capacity and authority of borrowers entering features of the different legal structures which people
transactions; remedies available to secured lenders. might adopt for their business and voluntary activities.
The legal regulation of a partnership and a company
LAW 980 International Business Law incorporated under the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth),
Not on offer in 2010 are considered in depth. Practical applications of
Credit Points: 6 the law, and public policy dimensions, are addressed
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Pre-requisites: None throughout. Specific topics covered include: choice of

Co-requisites: None form of business organisation; partnership (formation,
Exclusions: LAW 319 or LLB 319 internal and external relations, partnership property
Subject Description: This subject will contain some and dissolution); and corporations law, including
selected legal and regulatory framework of international registration, regulation, financial reporting and auditing,
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business. Special emphasis will be given to the legal promoters and pre-registration contracts, internal
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issues related to drafting contracts, and rights and and external relations, company finance, duties of
obligations of parties to a business transaction under the directors and officers, member’s rights, options available
current legal regime governing international business. in cases of financial difficulty, and winding-up.
The topics may include: introduction to international

LAW9317 E-Commerce Law also include: criminalisation approaches, harm reduction
Not on offer in 2010 approaches, environmental design and target-hardening,
Credit Points: 6 and; social and economic crime prevention methods.
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Pre-requisites: 24 credit points of

Master of Electronic Commerce LEGL952 Cyber Crime
Co-requisites: None Spring Wollongong Flexible
Exclusions: LAW317, LLB317 Credit Points: 6
Subject Description: The subject explores some of Pre-requisites: None
the more significant legal and regulatory issues that Co-requisites: None
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e-commerce gives rise to. The internet and other digital Subject Description: This subject will start with a
communications technological developments provide a review of the fundamental values, rights and laws that
new platform for commercial activity and today constitute govern (or attempt to govern) cyberspace. We then
a new marketplace- the cyber-marketplace. How does examine the various treaties, agreements and memoranda
familiar commercial law operate in that market-place? that exist to support the upholding of the law, and contrast
What are the special characteristics of the new market- these with an examination of where laws do not exist or
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place? On the back of either or both those considerations, are inadequate. The subject then looks at organized crime,
do problems arise that legal developments are needed examining examples of cyber crime and demonstrating
to address? What policy public considerations apply to the tools that can be used when committing cyber
reveal problem areas and enable us to formulate and crimes. Students will complete several hands-on activities
evaluate possible ‘solutions’. Some problem areas have that demonstrate how easy these IT tools are to use.
already been revealed and prompted legal developments. We will also demonstrate some of the difficulties that
Are they working and delivering the desired solution? law enforcement encounters when attempting to gather
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This subject involves students exploring these questions. evidence and build a case in order to prosecute a cyber
The areas of law traversed include jurisdictional matters, criminal. Finally the subject reviews the underpinning
contract and consumer protection, privacy, relevant aspects social and personal impacts -the values in society that are
of intellectual property law (in particular copyright, being affected by cyber crime. We look to the future to
patents and trademarks), and cybercrime. The perspectives see what evolutions may be on the horizon in relation to
of on-line traders, consumers and other interest groups the future of cyber crime and cyber crime prevention
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are weighed in the analysis. The goal is to see if we

can advance the realization of e-commerce’s social, LEGL954 International Corporate Crime
economic and, perhaps, market transformative potential. Spring Wollongong Flexible
Credit Points: 6
LAW9380 Law for Environmental Managers Pre-requisites: None
Credit Points: 8 Subject Description: LEGL 954 International

Pre-requisites: 72 credit points in a discipline Corporate Crime explores issues dealing with a number
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other than Law or enrolled in MEnvSc of forms of international corporate crime including fraud,
Co-requisites: None money laundering, tax evasion and tax havens, securities
Exclusions: LAW334 or LAW380 offences, corporate structures including holding companies
Subject Description: The goal of this subject is to and subsidiaries and directors’ responsibilities. Case
enable students to develop a critical understanding of studies and relevant examples drawn from the academic
the law in relation to the broad notion of ecologically literature and media sources will be used to demonstrate
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sustainable development in Australia, with an emphasis concepts, identification and investigation of international
on biodiversity conservation in both Commonwealth crime and problems associated with addressing criminal
and NSW jurisdictions. It focuses on, inter alia, key activities using corporate vehicles especially those that
legislation, statutory planning instruments, assessment of transcend national boundaries. Given the increasingly
development proposals, new conservation mechanisms global and sophisticated nature of corporate activity, there
such as offsetting, on-reserve and off-reserve conservation is a need for public and private sector regulators, legal,
management, climate change and the role of the Courts accounting and audit practitioners, law enforcement
and others engaged in corporate oversight to have an
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LEGL929 Transnational Crime Prevention understanding of the risk that corporations will be
Spring Wollongong On Campus used as vehicles for international criminal activity.
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None LEGL955 Issues in Comparative
Co-requisites: LEGL960 Understanding Criminal Justice
Transnational Crime Autumn Wollongong Flexible
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Subject Description: This subject will examine the Credit Points: 6

idea of crime prevention as applied to transnational crime. Pre-requisites: None
Taking a broad, contextual approach it looks at different Co-requisites: None
options for reducing the amount of transnational crime Subject Description: This subject focuses on issues of
(TNC) and/or the harm associated with different forms transnational crimes and human rights in the European
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of TNC. It will look at current policies in this area, as Union and Islamic contexts. It aims to offer a comparative
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well as new and emerging approaches, and assess the more platform to appreciate better the interconnection between
promising approaches available for these purposes. It will local and transnational criminal justice issues. Firstly, it
explores how the Italian system moved from inquisitorial
criminal proceedings towards an adversarial model, and

the impact on the fight against the Mafia. Secondly, it will prescribe and enforce criminal law under international
focus on the European Union and its work in the area law. It examines the development of international
of transnational crimes. Particular emphasis will be given criminal law principles and institutions such as the
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to the so-called ‘Third Pillar’ and to the European Court International Criminal Court. It also traces the
of Justice. Thirdly, it will examine Shariah law proceeds development of transnational crime instruments such
with a review of divine sources before considering as the UN Convention against Transnational Organized
substantive and procedural aspects in more detail. This Crime and its protocols on people smuggling, trafficking
component also pays particular attention to current in persons and firearms trafficking and the OECD
debate amongst Islamic legal scholars. These debates Convention Combating Bribery of Foreign Public
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pertain to the content and evolution of Shariah, scope for Officials. The nature and scope of criminal justice
‘human rights’ within a Shariah framework and political cooperation mechanisms such as extradition, mutual legal
exploitations of the call to ‘jihad’. This module explores assistance and international transfer of prisoners are also
the fluidity of systems and mechanisms as they expand discussed. Reference is made throughout the course to
and adapt in response to a changing global society the implementation of international law principles on
criminal jurisdiction into Australian law and practice.
LEGL956 Major Research Project -
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Particular attention is also given to developments in the
Transnational Crime Prevention Asia Pacific region surrounding Australia. Developments
Not on offer in 2010 in other jurisdictions, particularly he European Union,
Credit Points: 12 on criminal justice cooperation will be discussed to
Pre-requisites: None assist in analysis of Australian and Asia Pacific practice.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Students will research and LEGL959 International Cooperation
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write a dissertation of approximately 12,000 words, and Transnational Crime
on a subject selected by the student and approved by Spring Wollongong Flexible
the subject coordinator. The student should approach Credit Points: 6
the topic from an international and comparative law Pre-requisites: None
perspective drawing together different threads of the Co-requisites: None
Master of Transnational Crime Prevention (MTCP) Subject Description: This subject examines the politics
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program undertaken by the student in light of the of international relations and major theories of state
students experience and background. Where appropriate, cooperation. It aims to provide students with the tools to
assistance from external experts is encouraged. examine and interpret the interplay between state power,
law and global politics. Along with states we will consider
LEGL957 Security Intelligence and Policy international bodies and institutions (themselves the
Autumn Wollongong Flexible creation of states) to attempt to understand the political

Credit Points: 6 geography of controlling and combating transnational
Pre-requisites: None organised crime. Of most interest to us in this subject
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Co-requisites: None are the ways and the reasons shy states both cooperate
Subject Description: In the first part of this subject, with each other and sometimes refuse to cooperate. We
students look at the issue of defining intelligence. What examine the development of transnational crime within
is its difference to evidence? What is the difference a world of rapid information and financial transfers,
between data, information and intelligence; and the and the difficulties this poses for state law enforcement
types of intelligence. Students will then progress to based on sovereignty and territorial jurisdiction.
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looking at the development of intelligence philosophies,
including the major themes of intelligence and major LEGL960 Understanding
historical developments in the intelligence field. In this Transnational Crime
regard they will look at notorious intelligence failures Autumn Wollongong Flexible
and subsequent reforms, and how the new transnational Credit Points: 6
security agenda impact on the intelligence environment. Pre-requisites: None
Students then move on to looking at intelligence Co-requisites: None
communities, and where and why they exist. They will
Law
Subject Description: This subject starts by looking
examine the Australian intelligence community and other at how transnational and organised crimes (TOC) are
intelligence led organisations and assess the strengths and/ defined, then turns to the history of these ideas. The next
or weaknesses of collaborative intelligence relationships, theme is the measurement, assessment and research of
both in Australia and internationally. Finally, students will these topics. Then, different approaches to understanding
examine the ethical and legal dimensions of intelligence, and explaining TOC are examined. A number of case
and the accountability, oversight and governance
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studies are then considered: global drug trafficking,

responsibilities of those that administer its collection. outlaw motorcycle gangs, transnational environmental
crime, corruption, and people smuggling. Guest lecturers
LEGL958 Studies in International will be used to deliver on some of the material to be
Criminal Law covered. By the conclusion of the subject (including
Autumn Wollongong Flexible the assessment required), students will have a thorough
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Credit Points: 6 orientation to the phenomenon of TOC in general, be

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Pre-requisites: None able to research, think critically and discuss in writing

Co-requisites: None and orally on key themes arising in the area, and possess
Subject Description: This subject provides students a detailed appreciation of several major forms of TOC.
with an overview of basic principles of jurisdiction to

LEGL961 Minor Research Project - Co-requisites: LEGL957 Security Intelligence and Policy
Transnational Crime Prevention Subject Description: Transnational security issues
Autumn Wollongong Distance can be described as non-military threats that stretch
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across international borders and threaten the political

Spring Wollongong Distance
and social foundations of nations and the safety and
Credit Points: 6
security of their inhabitants. Transnational security
threats include terrorism, maritime piracy, arms
Co-requisites: None
trafficking, illegal migration, infectious disease and
Subject Description: Students will research and
environmental degradation, among others. Increasingly
Commerce
write a dissertation of approximately 7,000 words,

security arrangements are being developed through
on a subject selected by the student and approved by
inter-governmental or multilateral organisations.
the subject coordinator. The student should approach
How the transnational community monitors and
the topic from an international and comparative law
responds to these threats is a major challenge
perspective drawing together different threads of the
in the 21st century security environment.
Master of Transnational Crime Prevention (MTCP)
program undertaken by the student in light of the LLB 843 Professional Practice
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students experience and background. Where appropriate, Annual Wollongong Flexible

assistance from external experts is encouraged.
LEGL962 Special Studies in Spring Wollongong Flexible
Transnational Crime Spring2010/
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Pre-requisites: None Pre-requisites: Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent

Co-requisites: None Co-requisites: LLB844
Subject Description: This subject affords students Exclusions: LLB 847 and LLB396
the opportunity to engage with a visiting expert in Subject Description: The subject includes: Professional
that expert’s area of specialisation, enabling students Responsibility and Competent Practice; Problem Analysis;
to gain further insights into transnational crime issues. Dispute Resolution; Cross-cultural Communication;
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The student will demonstrate an understanding of a Electronic Research; Writing and Drafting and
specialised subject in the context of transnational crime Professional Experience Program. Students attend on-
prevention, analyse the strengths and weaknesses within campus for an introductory session and thereafter meet
the selected topic and conduct independent research to the requirements of the Professional Experience program
achieve the outcomes and objectives of the subject. in law-related employment or in a placement arranged
by the Practical Legal Training Unit. The requirements
LEGL963 Terrorism and Counterterrorism of this subject are not completed until all components of
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Spring Wollongong Flexible professional experience and assignments are completed.

Credit Points: 6
LLB 844 Practice Management
Co-requisites: None Annual Wollongong Flexible
Subject Description: This subject will cover historical Autumn Wollongong Flexible
origins and evolution of modern terrorism; ideologies Spring Wollongong Flexible
Spring2010/
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and strategies of terrorist organisations; motivations for

joining and the radicalisation process; terrorism and Autumn2011 Wollongong Flexible
the media; major terrorist organisations and their life Credit Points: 8
cycles; chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear Pre-requisites: Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent
terrorism; terrorist support networks; analytical tools Co-requisites: LLB843 or LLB396
for effective threat assessment; current and future trends Subject Description: This subject will introduce
and strategies to prevent and counter the threat. students to the statutory and professional requirements
in relation to clients’ Trust monies and securities,
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LEGL964 Transnational Financial Crime and to principles of practice management including

Autumn Wollongong Flexible computerised accounting and recording systems,
Credit Points: 6 costing, risk management and related matters. The
Pre-requisites: None subject contains three inter-related modules: Trust and
Co-requisites: None Office Accounting; and Law Office Management.
Subject Description: The subject focuses
LLB 845 Conducting Litigation
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on the financial system, both domestically and

internationally, the payments systems that underpins Autumn Wollongong Flexible
the financial system, financial crimes and abuses that Spring Wollongong Flexible
involve those systems and methods of regulating, Credit Points: 16
protecting and strengthening the financial system. Pre-requisites: Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent
Co-requisites: (LLB396 or LLB843) and LLB844
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LEGL965 Issues in Transnational Security Subject Description: The subject includes: Litigation
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Not on offer in 2010 Strategy; Civil Litigation Practice; Criminal Law

Credit Points: 6 Practice; Family Law Practice and Advocacy workshop
Pre-requisites: LEGL958 Studies in
International Criminal Law

LLB 846 Commercial and Property Practice and the unique responsibilities and ethical obligations
Autumn Wollongong Flexible attaching to it, both in theory and as applied in practice,
Spring Wollongong Flexible for example as in the consideration of charges and
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Credit Points: 16 pleas, leading exculpatory evidence, jury selection etc.
Pre-requisites: Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent Students will also learn about the key relationships
Co-requisites: (LLB396 or LLB843) and LLB844 between the prosecutor and other entities, such as the
Subject Description: The subject includes: Commercial Court, witnesses, defence, media and police. Avoiding
Planning; Revenue Implications; Real Property miscarriages of justice will be a major theme.
Transactions; Commercial Contracts; Trusts, Wills and
Commerce
Estate Planning; Probate and Estate Administration; LWPD901 Applied Criminal Law
Small Business Practice. The subject provides an Spring Wollongong Flexible
overview of particular aspects of commercial and Credit Points: 6
property transactions, and related matters which affect Pre-requisites: None
clients in planning their business and personal affairs. Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject complements
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LLB 847 Professional Experience Advanced Criminal Evidence by examining commonly
Annual Wollongong Flexible encountered, and frequently complex, issues of the
Autumn Wollongong Flexible substantive criminal law. To prosecute or undertake
Spring Wollongong Flexible criminal defence effectively, students must understand not
only the laws of evidence but also the substantive criminal
Spring2010/
laws relevant to the crime(s) charged and available
Autumn2011 Wollongong Flexible
defences. Criminal law as taught at the undergraduate level
Credit Points: 0
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introduces basic working principles such as mens rea, actus
Pre-requisites: Bachelor of Laws degree or equivalent
reus etc. This subject seeks to build on these fundamental
Co-requisites: LLB396 Professional Practice
understandings by considering how these principles
Exclusions: LLB843 Professional Practice
apply in more complex fact situations, as may be raised
(Professional experience component)
in cases of alleged party liability and inchoate offences.
Subject Description: As part of the GDLP students
must complete 80 days of professional experience. LWPD902 Advanced Criminal Evidence
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Some of this is acquired by Wollongong LLB students Autumn Wollongong Flexible
as part of the subject LLB311/LLB190 Lawyers Credit Points: 6
and Australian Society. Apart from engaging in Pre-requisites: None
professional experience in locations and of the type Co-requisites: None
specified in the LLB843 guidelines, there are no Subject Description: A sound knowledge of the
classes or assignments involved other than to submit

laws of evidence is fundamental to prosecuting. This
a reflective report on conclusion of the experience. subject seeks to expand upon undergraduate teaching
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by examining in greater detail the laws of evidence
LLB9100 Introduction to Legal Systems
as they specifically apply in the criminal context.
A detailed treatment of prosecution relevant aspects
Credit Points: 8
of criminal evidence including: the oath; unsworn
evidence; competence and compellability; judicial
Co-requisites: None
notice; rule in Browne v Dunn; real evidence; exhibits;
Subject Description: An overall perspective on the
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probity v prejudice test; multiple accused / charges and
Australian legal system and its role in the Australian social
admissibility; hostile/refractive witnesses; the ultimate
order; an introduction to the sources and authority of
issue; hearsay and exceptions; inferences/circumstantial
legal rules, the nature of legal institutions and practices,
evidence; best evidence rule; ‘accomplice’ testimony;
legal materials, reasoning and terminology. Aspects of
privilege; similar fact; character evidence; corroboration;
substantive law will be used to illustrate general principles
previous convictions; statements made in presence of
LLB9337 Comparative Studies in Law accused; admission by action; lies and false alibi; motive Law
LWPD907 International Law &
Credit Points: 8
Pre-requisites: None Criminal Jurisdiction
Co-requisites: LLB9100 Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Subject Description: A comparison of the Credit Points: 6
French civil law with the common law of England Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
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and Australia, with the objective of developing an

appreciation of different legal systems and approaches. Subject Description: This subject examines the
relationship between international law and criminal
LWPD900 Prosecutorial Practice jurisdiction. Topics include: the recognised sources of
Autumn Wollongong Flexible international law; the relationship between international
Credit Points: 6 and domestic law; the distinctions between international
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Pre-requisites: None and transnational law and between prescriptive

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Co-requisites: None and enforcement jurisdiction; the legally accepted

Exclusions: LWPD923 justifications and uses for extraterritorial jurisdiction and
Subject Description: This subject provides a the complexities of universal jurisdiction; the roles of
thorough introduction to the prosecutorial office mutual legal assistance and extradition; the jurisdiction

of international criminal tribunals; sovereign and LWPD913 Prosecuting Cybercrime
diplomatic immunity; and military as compared to civilian Not on offer in 2010
criminal jurisdiction in the context of terrorism trials. Credit Points: 6
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LWPD909 Studies in Transnational Crime Co-requisites: None
& Transnational Criminal Law Subject Description: Cybercrime poses unique
Spring Wollongong Flexible challenges to law enforcement and prosecution.
Credit Points: 6 Cybercriminals are easily conferred, ‘virtual anonymity’.
Pre-requisites: None Their crimes frequently span multiple jurisdictions.
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Co-requisites: None Criminal laws developed for the ‘real world’ may be
Subject Description: This subject examines the inapplicable to cyberspace. Encryption and other
structure and operations of key organised criminal technological advances frequently stymie criminal
and terrorist networks as well as their common modus investigation - yet efforts to counter the cybercriminal’s
operandi. Specific topics include the deleterious effects tools-in-trade raise valid civil liberties and privacy
of corruption and the trafficking routes of drug, people concerns. The gathering of digitally stored information
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and arms traffickers. Additionally, this subject examines often entails highly technical procedures that, upon
the principal international responses to these networks, any ensuing prosecution, will require explication
including the international conventions against drugs, to the court. This subject addresses the unique
trafficking, corruption and organised crime, their protocols challenge of cybercrime, the range of responses
and the international agencies established to enforce them. available and the techno-legal knowledge required
to successfully prosecute cybercrime offences.
LWPD910 Cooperation in International
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Criminal Justice LWPD914 Comparative Criminal Justice

Not on offer in 2010 Autumn Wollongong Flexible
Subject Description: This subject examines the Subject Description: Domestic prosecution has an
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political imperatives that govern the operation of ever-expanding international dimension. Prosecutions of
mutual legal assistance and transnational cooperation. foreign nationals, extraditions, reliance upon mutual legal
Theories of international cooperation are discussed assistance arrangements and off-shore tracing of criminal
before an examination of cooperation in criminal proceeds are becoming commonplace. The imperatives of
matters. The subject considers where cooperation is cross-border law-enforcement cooperation are such that
and is not forthcoming from states and some of the prosecutors must come to understand the operation of
explanations about why states act in the ways they do. foreign criminal justice systems. Moreover, international
criminal tribunals are ascending both in stature and,
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The subject deals with legal issues but is taught from a

political viewpoint, concentrating on the realpolitik of through their shaping of international human rights
international relations. Particular issues addressed are norms, legal significance. These tribunals are a multi-
state security and how it affects cooperation in criminal jurisdictional melting pot of procedure and substantive law.
justice and specific cases of bilateral and multilateral This subject compares what may be very loosely termed
cooperation in prosecuting the perpetrators of genocide, the ‘Adversarial’ and ‘Inquisitorial’ systems as well as those
politicide, homicide, drug trafficking, human trafficking systems founded upon Shari’a law. The criminal process
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and other crimes. It deals both with UN international and, in particular, the specific role of the prosecutor
criminal tribunals and the other bodies created by states within the inquisitorial and Shari’a systems is examined.
to control or manage crime and to prosecute criminals.
LWPD915 Criminal Appellate Advocacy
LWPD912 Prosecuting International Not on offer in 2010
Humanitarian Law Credit Points: 6
Spring Wollongong Flexible Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Law
Credit Points: 6
Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject addresses
Co-requisites: None appellate advocacy from both legal and, through a
Subject Description: As attested by the creation number of advocacy exercises, practical perspectives.
of the International Criminal Court, international Legal topics include: appellable error - questions of
humanitarian law is of ever increasing significance. law v questions of fact; the case stated; amending the
record; supplementing the record; evidence on appeal;
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Moreover, International Humanitarian Law is

enforceable, and is being enforced, through both appeals against discretion; appeals against weight;
international and domestic courts. This subject ‘miscarriage of justice’ proviso; fresh grounds; grounds
examines not only the substantive laws that comprise not advanced in lower court; drafting and presenting
International Humanitarian Law but also the critical submissions; orders: declarations, retrial, acquittal.
aspect of enforcement. Topics include: The Geneva
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LWPD916 Prosecuting Transnational

Conventions; War crimes; Crimes against humanity;
Economic and Cyber Crime
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Goals of International Criminal Justice; Competing

models for delivery of International Criminal Justice: Spring Wollongong Flexible
international tribunals and courts; hybrid bodies; domestic Credit Points: 6
prosecutions; truth and reconciliation commissions. Pre-requisites: None

Co-requisites: None (Prosecutions) program in light of the student’s experience
Subject Description: This subject provides students with and background. The dissertation must approach the area
an understanding essential to the prosecution of modern constructively and make recommendations for reform,
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economic crime by examining the anti money laundering legislative, institutional or otherwise. Assistance from
and proceeds of crime environment. The subject considers external experts is encouraged, as is original research.
money laundering typologies and the use of corporate
structures, financial arrangements and financial facilities, LWPD922 Research Paper in Prosecutions
tax evasion and tas havens in the context of money Not on offer in 2010
laundering. International arrangements and developments Credit Points: 12
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intended to reduce the incidence of money laundering are Pre-requisites: None
also examined. In addition the subject considers proceeds Co-requisites: None
of crime issues by examining civil and conviction based Subject Description: This subject affords students the
confiscation and associated procedures. The subject will opportunity to complete a substantial piece of academic
look at restraining orders and other procedures intended writing relevant to prosecutorial practice and to explore
to locate, restrain and forfeit assets subject to proceeds particular areas of personal interest or relevance. Students
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of crime proceedings. The subject seeks to both impart will submit a proposal on and then research and write up
highly practical knowledge relevant to the prosecution a dissertation of approximately 12,000 words on a subject
of economic crime and an awareness of related issues selected by the student and approved by the subject co-
ordinator. Assistance from external experts is encouraged
LWPD918 Technical & Forensic Evidence
Not on offer in 2010 LWPD923 Prosecutorial Practice
Credit Points: 6
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Subject Description: This subject introduces students Co-requisites: None
to those forensic sciences and technical practices most Exclusions: LWPD900
commonly encountered in criminal trials and provides Subject Description: This subject provides a
insights as to how derived evidence is commonly thorough introduction to the prosecutorial office
presented. The dominant themes are DNA analysis and the unique responsibilities and ethical obligations
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and forensic psychiatry. Lesser emphasis is placed on attaching to it, both in theory and as applied in practice,
pathology, crime scene interpretation (including blood for example as in the consideration of charges and
pattern interpretation), the analysis of prints and marks pleas, leading exculpatory evidence, jury selection etc.
and forensic imaging, (including comparative imaging Students will also learn about the key relationships
in ballistics and finger/foot/shoe prints). Class matching between the prosecutor and other entities, such as

& statistical analysis is also discussed in these contexts. the Court, witnesses, defence, media and police.
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LWPD919 Special Studies in Prosecutions LWPD924 Court Practice
Pre-requisites: None Pre-requisites: LWPD903
Co-requisites: None Co-requisites: LWPD904 Advocacy Practicum
Subject Description: This subject permits the Subject Description: A trial is more than a forum for
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inclusion of an in-depth study of a particular aspect the clinical application of the laws of evidence to evidence
of prosecutions that is within the specialisation itself. Rather, the criminal trial is a dynamic process
of a visiting or resident expert and that otherwise practised within a constrained environment and entailing
would not be offered. Subject content is dependent strategic decisions as to, for example, the evidence to
upon the specialisations of visiting experts. be adduced, how it is to be adduced and what pre-trial
applications might be useful. This subject teaches the
LWPD920 Prosecutions Research Project technical and strategic aspects of the criminal lawyer’s
Annual Wollongong Distance work in trial and at the sentencing stage. Role of judge
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Autumn Wollongong Distance and jury; jury selection and sequestering; the opening
Spring Wollongong Distance address; using the expert witness; prior inconsistent
Spring2010/ statements; adoption of out of court statements; hostile
Autumn2011 Wollongong Flexible and refractory witnesses; ‘giving evidence’ through
Credit Points: 12 questioning and other improper modes of examination;
Pre-requisites: None hypothetical questions; agreed facts; order of witnesses;
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Co-requisites: None interpreters; technology in the courtroom; ‘aids’ for the

Subject Description: This subject affords students the jury; using the transcript; avoiding appealable error;
opportunity to complete a substantial piece of academic considerations on summing up and defence closing
writing and to explore particular areas of personal addresses; judicial bias; verdict delay and instructions to the
interest or relevance. Students will research and write a jury; majority verdicts. Principles and types of sentencing;
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dissertation of approximately 12,000 words on a subject the prosecutor at sentencing; the totality principle; ‘taking
into account’ and sample charges; reports for the court.
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selected by the student and approved by the subject

co-ordinator. The student should approach the topic
LWPD925 DNA for Lawyers
from an international and comparative law perspective
drawing together different threads of the Masters of Laws
Credit Points: 6

Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: DNA Technology has emerged
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as the most important scientific contributor to the

criminal justice system of the past two decades.
Developments in the technology and associated disciplines
(maths, statistics, microbiology) and the prospect of a
major new pathway (SNIP) cement the present and
future place of DNA in the criminal process. It is a
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complex area and one that counsel must understand

intimately in order to present or attack it. This subject
gives to the science of DNA technology the degree
of depth and breadth needed to ensure students have
a balanced understanding of its several aspects.
LWPD926 Experts and their Evidence

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Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: LWPD921
Subject Description: This subject focuses primarily
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upon the legal issues surrounding the reception of expert

evidence and teaching students how to lead expert
evidence to cross-examine expert witnesses. It also covers
emerging issues of expert witness immunity, liability
to disciplinary processes, the development of Codes of
Conduct plus the emergence of new positive duties of
objectivity, independence and intellectual integrity.
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LWPD928 Criminal Trial and

Appellate Advocacy
Credit Points: 6
Co-requisites: None
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Subject Description: This subject will give students

great insights into important trial and appellate procedures,
and particularly into the necessary and advanced skills of
criminal advocates both before juries and appellate courts.
They will be given practical training exercises and study
the theory of advocacy and rhetoric. They will learn to
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express legal arguments in precise and attractive ways

and will learn techniques of persuasion. They will learn
to overcome weaknesses in their presentation style.
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Faculty of Science
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Member Units
School of Biological Sciences
School of Chemistry
School of Earth and Environmental Sciences
Commerce
Courses Offered
· Biological Sciences
· Chemistry
Creative Arts
· Environmental Science
· Geography
· Geology
· Physics*
Education
· Biotechnology
· Chemistry
· Geography
· Geology
· Medicinal Chemistry
Engineering
· Physics*
Master of Environmental Science – Research
Master of Environmental Science - Advanced
Master of Environmental Science

Master of Science
· Biotechnology
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· Environmental Biology
· Chemistry
· Coastal Planning and Management
· Medical Radiation Physics*
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· Geology
· Human Geography
· Physical Geography
Master of Science and Management
· Biological Sciences Law
· Chemistry
· Human Geography
· Geology
· Physics*
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Graduate Certificate in Spatial Science

* Refer to the Faculty of Engineering
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Abbreviation: PhD
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Home Faculty: Science

Total Credit Points: 48 per year
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CRICOS Code: 001243F (Lab), 020192K (non-Lab)
Overview
Candidates complete a major thesis and undertake a research project arranged in consultation with an appropriate
member of staff, and approved by the Head of School, before enrolment. Doctoral theses must make a major original
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contribution to scientific knowledge in the chosen area of research.

An Honours degree of at least four years duration in a relevant discipline at Class II, Division 2, or higher (or equivalent).
Course Requirements
Candidates complete a Doctoral dissertation of approximately 60,000 – 80,000 words in length.
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Students enrol in the appropriate major thesis subject.

Disciplinary Areas Available
· Chemistry
· Environmental Science
Engineering
· Geography
· Geology
· Physics*
*Refer to Faculty of Engineering
Other Information
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For further information contact the Faculty of Science Office, Room 41.258, or telephone (02) 4221 3530.
Web site: www.uow.edu.au/science/
Specific enquiries should be directed to the appropriate Academic Unit: School of Biological Sciences (02) 4221 3013,
School of Chemistry (02) 4221 3509 or School of Earth and Environmental Sciences (02) 4221 3721.
Master of Science - Research

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Delivery mode: On campus
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UOW Course Code: 1304, 1304A
CRICOS Code: 042532B, 042534M (Geography)
Overview
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Courses provide for the specific needs and interests of students wishing to obtain experience in a modern research
program.

Minimum entry requirement is a Bachelor degree with a major study in the relevant discipline.
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Course Requirements
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The course consists of 72 credit points to be completed in a maximum time of two years (four sessions), as follows:
· 24 credit points of coursework; and
· 48 credit point research project.

Students entering with a degree at the level of at least a Bachelor Honours Class II, Division 2 may be awarded credit
transfer for the 24 credit points of coursework based on prior research training.
Students undertaking the 24 credit points of coursework will select appropriate postgraduate subjects from those offered
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in the discipline in consultation with the Head of School or the Postgraduate Coordinator.
For detailed possible coursework subject programs, consult the Master of Science by coursework degree in the relevant
discipline.
Disciplinary Areas Available
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· Biotechnology
· Chemistry
· Geography
· Geology
Creative Arts
· Physics*
* Refer to Faculty of Engineering
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Master of Environmental Science - Research

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Environmental Science - Research
Abbreviation: MEnvSc-Res
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Duration: 1-2 years full-time depending on entry qualifications
Delivery Mode: On campus (Flexible and face-to-face)

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Overview
This program involves a major project in one of the many research areas of environmental science available in the
Faculty. The research project will provide information for improved understanding of how ecosystems work, for solving
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environmental problems of immediate concern and to assist policy makers in developing new strategies and legislation for
environmental management. This degree provides the opportunity for students to contribute to this work by undertaking
a major research project in one of the areas of environmental science within the Faculty.

A degree with Honours in environmental science, science or engineering at a level of at least Class II, Division 2, or a
Master of Environmental Science or Master of Science with credit average, or equivalent qualifications or appropriate
publications and work experience.
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Entry must be approved by the Coordinator and, if thesis work is being supervised by staff from an Academic Unit, the
Head of that Unit.
Course Requirements
The course consists of 72 credit points to be completed in a maximum time of two years (four sessions), as follows:
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· a 48 credit point research project (THES924 Thesis); and

· a maximum of 24 credit points of subjects, chosen from the Environmental Science postgraduate schedule in
consultation with the Environmental Science Masters Coordinator.
Special Note: Students entering with an Honours degree at the level of at least Bachelor Honours Class II, Division 2, or
a Master of Environmental Science degree (or equivalent) will normally be given credit transfer for the 24 credit points
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of coursework, except for candidates with no background in environmental science who will be required to complete
ENVI922 Scientific Basis of Environmental Management (12 credit points).
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Course Program
THES924 Thesis 48
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Plus a maximum of 24 credit points of subjects chosen from those listed below in consultation with the Environmental
Science Masters Coordinator.
ENVI923 Environmental Planning Autumn 12
ENVI922 The Scientific Basis of Environmental Management Spring 12
ENVI910 Directed Studies in Environmental Chemistry Annual, Autumn 12
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or Spring
ENVI911 Directed Studies in Ecology Annual, Autumn 12
or Spring
ENVI913 Directed Studies in Earth Sciences Annual, Autumn 12
or Spring
ENVI919 Directed Studies in Environmental Science Annual, Autumn 12
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or Spring
EESC902 Advanced Coastal Environments Spring 12
EESC903 Advanced Fluvial Geomorphology and Sedimentology Autumn 12
EESC904 Advanced Geographic Information Systems Spring 12
EESC905 Advanced Remote Sensing Spring 12
EESC912 Advanced Soils, Landscapes and Hydrology Spring 12
EESC914 Fundamentals of Spatial Science Autumn or Spring 12
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EESC950 Advanced Topic A Annual, Autumn 12

or Spring
Other Information
The Degree Coordinator is Professor John Morrison, School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, Room 41.G27.
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Master of Environmental Science Advanced

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Environmental Science Advanced
Abbreviation: MEnvScAdv

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Overview
This degree is aimed primarily at international students, and combines research and coursework to provide a two-year (or
part-time equivalent) degree for Science and Engineering graduates or others, with a limited undergraduate background
in the environmental science area.

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Bachelor degree in Environmental Science, Science, Applied Science, Agriculture, Forestry,Veterinary Science or
Engineering, or equivalent tertiary qualifications and/or professional experience. Students must consult with the
Environmental Science Masters Coordinator for approval of overall entry.
Course Requirements
Candidates must complete the three core subjects plus a Thesis of either 24 or 32 credit points plus elective subjects to
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total 96 credit points, as set out below.
Course Program
Core Subjects
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STS 929 Studies in Resource and Environmental Policy Autumn 8


ENVI930 Thesis Annual, Autumn 24
or Spring
ENVI931 Thesis Annual, Autumn 32
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or Spring
Plus one or two of the following:
ENVE985 Environmental Engineering Autumn 8
LAW9380 Law for Environmental Managers Spring 8
STAT955 Sample Surveys and Experimental Design Autumn 8
STS 300 The Environmental Context Autumn 8
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Plus at least two of the following:
ENVI910 Directed Studies in Environmental Chemistry Annual, Autumn 12
or Spring
ENVI911 Directed Studies in Ecology Annual, Autumn 12
or Spring
ENVI912 Directed Studies in Land Resources Annual, Autumn 12
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or Spring
ENVI913 Directed Studies in Earth Sciences Annual, Autumn 12
or Spring
Other Information
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Master of Environmental Science

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Environmental Science
Abbreviation: MEnvSc
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Delivery Mode: Face-to-face

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Overview
This program is designed for applicants who wish to extend their knowledge of science relating to the environment,
by studying areas not covered in their undergraduate Science or Engineering degree (including environmental policy,
planning and management).
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Completion of a recognised Bachelor Degree in: Environmental Science; Science; Applied Science; Agriculture; Forestry;
Veterinary Science or Engineering (or equivalent qualifications and/or professional experience).
Alternative Entry Criteria: The person would be required to have been working in a position for at least five years which,
if they left, would be filled by an appropriately qualified graduate. Normally a written statement from a suitably qualified
person, usually a senior manager with a strong science background, is required as confirmation of the necessary skills. Law
Course Requirements
Students will undertake a program of at least 48 credit points comprising two compulsory subjects, and optional subjects
selected from the subjects listed below and approved by the Coordinator of the degree.
Course Program
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Plus at least 24 credit points chosen from:
EESC901 Advanced Plate Tectonics, Macrotopography and Earth History Autumn 12
EESC902 Advanced Coastal Environments Spring 12
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EESC904 Advanced Geographic Information Systems Spring 12

EESC905 Advanced Remote Sensing Spring 12

EESC914 Fundamentals of Spatial Science Autumn or 12
Spring
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EESC926 Advanced Resources and Environments Spring 12

EESC951 Advanced Topic B Annual, Autumn, 8
or Spring
ENVE985 Environmental Engineering Autumn 8
ENVI910 Directed Studies in Environmental Chemistry Annual, Autumn, 12
or Spring
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ENVI911 Directed Studies in Ecology Annual, Autumn, 12

or Spring
ENVI912 Directed Studies in Land Resources Annual, Autumn, 12
or Spring
ENVI913 Directed Studies in Earth Sciences Annual, Autumn, 12
or Spring
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ENVI919 Directed Studies in Environmental Science Annual, Autumn, 12

or Spring
LAW9380 Law for Environmental Managers Spring 8
STAT955 Sample Surveys and Experimental Design Autumn 8
STS 929 Studies in Resource and Environmental Policy Annual, Autumn, 8
or Spring
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Other Information
Master of Science
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Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science

Abbreviation: MSc

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UAC Code: Not applicable
CRICOS Code: Master of Science (Laboratory) 067084D
Master of Science (Non-Laboratory) 069587J
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Overview
This coursework degree is designed for candidates who wish to extend their grounding in a particular science discipline
beyond the undergraduate level. It also provides an alternative route to subsequent PhD studies for high performing
students who do not possess a Bachelor of Science (Honours) degree. Students who graduate from this degree would
be expected to obtain jobs in relevant industries, research institutes and government departments in both Australia and
overseas.
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Normally a Pass Bachelors degree of at least three years’ duration in the relevant discipline (with at least three third
year level subjects in the discipline) or a similar tertiary qualification, with relevant work experience, as approved by the
relevant Masters Coordinator or Head of School.
Course Requirements
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Students in the Master of Science complete a common core of 24 credit points and a Major Study of 48 credit points.
Common core subjects
Subject Session Credit points
SCIE911 Fundamentals of Science Communication Autumn/Spring 6
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SCIE912 Fundamentals of Science Practice Autumn/Spring 6

SCIE913 Fundamentals of Science Data and IT Autumn/Spring 6
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SCIE914 Current Questions in Science Autumn/Spring/Summer 6
Major Study Areas
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· Biotechnology
· Chemistry
· Geology
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· Human Geography
Other Information
For further information regarding any of the Master of Science majors please contact the Faculty of Science Office,
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41.258, or telephone (02) 4221 3530.
Web site: www.uow.edu.au/science
Master of Science (Biotechnology)

The Master of Science (Biotechnology) is designed for graduates who seek knowledge and technological expertise in
specific areas of cell and molecular biology, which are the basis for modern biotechnological research and development.
Education
After completing the common 24 credit point core of the Master of Science (SCIE911, SCIE912, SCIE913, SCIE914),
students complete 48 credit points of discipline specific subjects as listed below chosen in consultation with the
Biotechnology Masters Coordinator.
BIOL980 Biotechnology Autumn 12
BIOL981 Molecular Cell Biology Autumn 12
BIOL982 Infection and Immunity Spring 12
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BIOL984 Applied Bioinformatics Spring 12
Optional Subjects
The following subjects may be substituted for one or more of the core subjects after consultation with the
Biotechnology Masters Coordinator.
BIOL991 Major Research Project Autumn, Spring or 24

Summer
BIOL992 Literature Review Autumn, Spring or 12
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Summer
BIOL993 Research Project Autumn, Spring or 12
Summer
The Coordinator of this Major is Dr Ren Zhang, School of Biological Sciences, Room 35.124B.
Master of Science (Chemistry)
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This program is designed for applicants from industry or education who wish to extend their grounding in chemistry
theory beyond the undergraduate level. It also provides an alternative route to subsequent PhD studies for students who
do not possess a BSc (Honours) degree. After completing the common 24 credit point core of the Master of Science
(SCIE911, SCIE912, SCIE913, SCIE914), students complete 48 credit points of discipline specific subjects from the
following list, as approved by the Course Coordinator.
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CHEM914 Advanced Analytical Chemistry Autumn 12
CHEM964 Elucidating Molecular Structure Autumn 12
CHEM991 Intelligent Materials and their Applications Spring 12
CHEM993 Advanced Organic Synthesis and Reactivity Spring 12
CHEM994 Environmental Chemistry and Climate Change Autumn 12
Possible substitutions:
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CHEM915 Chemistry Laboratory Project Autumn or Spring 12

CHEM919 Literature Report in Chemistry Autumn or Spring 12
The Coordinator of this Major is Associate Professor Stephen Ralph, School of Chemistry, Room 18.226.
Master of Science (Coastal Planning and Management)

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This coursework program is designed to produce graduates able to assess, plan and manage the range of environmental
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and social issues experienced in coastal regions. After completing the common 24 credit point core of the Master of
Science (SCIE911, SCIE912, SCIE913, SCIE914), students complete 48 credit points of discipline specific subjects from
the following list, as approved by the Course Coordinator.

Plus one subject selected from the following two subjects:
EESC902 Advanced Coastal Environments: Processes and Management Spring 12
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EESC916 Coastal Population Studies Autumn 12

Plus 24 credit points selected from:
EESC904 Advanced GIS Spring 12
EESC905 Advanced Remote Sensing Autumn 12
EESC914 Fundamentals of Spatial Science Autumn or 12
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Spring
EESC951 Advanced Topic B Annual, Autumn, 8
or Spring
ENVI912 Directed Studies in Land Resources Annual, Autumn, 12
or Spring
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ENVI919 Directed Studies in Environmental Science Annual, Autumn, 12

or Spring
ENVI922 Scientific Basis of Environmental Management Spring 12
LAW9380 Environmental Law Spring 8
STS 929 Studies in Resource and Environmental Policy Autumn 8
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Master of Science (Environmental Biology)

This coursework program is designed for students who seek further knowledge and skills in the biological sciences, or
seek to qualify for a postgraduate research degree. After completing the common 24 credit point core of the Master of
Science (SCIE911, SCIE912, SCIE913, SCIE914), students complete 48 credit points of discipline specific subjects as
listed below, chosen in consultation with the Masters Coordinator.
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BIOL970 Advances in Conservation Biology Autumn 12
BIOL971 Marine and Terrestrial Ecology Spring 12
BIOL972 Ecological and Evolutionary Physiology Autumn 12
MARE973 Advanced Topics in Fisheries and Aquaculture Spring 12
Alternative Option
BIOL991 Major Research Project Autumn, Spring 24

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or Summer
BIOL992 Literature Review Autumn, Spring 12
or Summer
BIOL993 Research Project Autumn, Spring 12
or Summer
MARE957 Advanced Topics in Molluscan Biology Summer 12
Or 900- level subjects from other academic units subject to the approval of the Heads of those units and the Masters
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Coordinator
Note: Students cannot enrol in subjects where they have completed the equivalent 300- level subjects at this University.
The Coordinator of this Major is Associate Professor Ron West, School of Biological Sciences, Room 35.G11.
Master of Science (Geology)

The following coursework subjects have been devised by the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences to meet the
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needs of students who wish to proceed to the postgraduate level in Geology to enhance their qualifications in an area
without undertaking a research project.
students complete 48 credit points of discipline specific subjects chosen from the subjects listed below, in consultation
with the Course Coordinator.
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EESC904 Advanced Geographic Information Science Spring 12
EESC911 Advanced Isotope Geochemistry Autumn 12
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EESC921 Advanced Environmental Geology Spring 12
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EESC950 Advanced Topic A Annual, Autumn, 12
or Spring

Master of Science (Human Geography)
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needs of students who wish to proceed to the postgraduate level in Human Geography to enhance their qualifications in
an area without undertaking a research project.
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EESC910 Advanced Social Spaces: Rural and Urban Spring 12
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EESC917 Advanced Spaces, Places and Identities: Qualitative research Autumn 12
design
EESC918 Advanced Environmental and Heritage Management Spring 12
or Spring
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Master of Science (Medicinal Chemistry)
This coursework program provides vocational training in medicinal chemistry, an area where there is currently a high
demand for graduates. The program consists of special coursework in medicinal chemistry and a small research project.
students complete 48 credit points of discipline specific subjects, as approved by the Course Coordinator.
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CHEM930 Introduction to Medicinal Chemistry Spring 12
CHEM944 Advanced Topics in Medicinal Chemistry Autumn 12
Plus two subjects (24cp) selected from:
CHEM914 Advanced Analytical Chemistry Autumn 12

CHEM964 Elucidating Molecular Structure Autumn 12
CHEM992 Bioinformatics and Biological Chemistry Spring 12
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CHEM993 Advanced Organic Synthesis and Reactivity Spring 12
Possible substitutions:
CHEM915 Advanced Chemistry Laboratory Project Annual, Autumn, 12
or Spring
CHEM919 Literature Report in Chemistry Annual, Autumn, 12
or Spring
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The Coordinator of this Major is Associate Professor Paul Keller, School of Chemistry, Room 18.222.
Master of Science (Physical Geography)

needs of students who wish to proceed to the postgraduate level in Physical Geography to enhance their qualifications in
an area without undertaking a research project.
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Science

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or Spring

Master of Science and Management
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science and Management
Abbreviation: MScMgmt
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CRICOS Code: Master of Science and Management (Laboratory) 067083E
Master of Science and Management (Non-Laboratory) 069588G
Overview
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The Master of Science and Management is designed for candidates who wish to extend their grounding in a particular
science discipline beyond the undergraduate level. It may provide an alternative route to subsequent PhD studies for
high achieving students who do not possess a BSc (Honours) degree. The inclusion of the management component is
intended to increase the graduate destination opportunities.

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A pass Bachelors degree of at least 3 years duration in a relevant Science, as approved by the Head of School.
Course Requirements
Students will complete 24 credit points of common core subjects, 24 credit points of management subjects and 48 credit
points selected from a major study within the Master of Science.
Course Program
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Common Core Subjects
SCIE911 Fundamentals of Science Communication Autumn or Spring 6
SCIE912 Fundamentals of Science Practice Autumn or Spring 6
SCIE913 Fundamentals of Science Data and IT Autumn or Spring 6
SCIE914 Current Questions in Science Autumn, Spring or 6

Summer
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Management Subjects
Plus four of the following (or other subjects as approved by the Course Coordinator):
TBS 901 Accounting for Managers Autumn 6
OR
TBS 980 International Financial Management Autumn or Spring 6
TBS 903 Managing People in Organisations Autumn or Spring 6
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OR
TBS 981 Managing in Multi-National Companies Autumn 6
TBS 904 Marketing Management Autumn 6
OR
TBS 982 Marketing in a Global Economy Autumn/Spring 6
TBS 905 Economic Analysis of Business Spring 6
TBS 906 Information Systems for Managers Spring 6
TBS 920 International Business Strategy Autumn 6
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OR
TBS 984 International Business Spring 6
TBS 930 Operations Management Autumn 6
TBS 935 Project Management Autumn or Spring 6
TBS 950 Quality in Management Autumn or Spring 6
Major Study
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Plus 48 credit points of Science subjects selected from a major study in the Master of Science. Majors available include:
· Biotechnology
· Chemistry
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· Geology
· Human Geography

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Other Information
The Degree Coordinator is Dr Katarina Mikac, Room 41.173, telephone: (02) 4221 3307, email: [email protected]
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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Science
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Overview
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The Graduate Diploma in Science provides graduates with the opportunity to acquire competence in a particular area
of science at a sufficiently advanced level, to enable them to either proceed with further study or to update, broaden or
intensify their knowledge and skills in the discipline.
The diploma will be found useful by international students, and by students either without a full major in a discipline at
undergraduate level, or who completed their first degree some years ago.
The majors available are:
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· Chemistry
· Geography
· Geology

· Physics*
* Refer to the Faculty of Engineering
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A relevant undergraduate degree of at least three years’ duration, or a similar tertiary qualification with relevant work
experience.
Course Requirements
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Candidates select subjects to the value of 48 credit points from the Undergraduate Science Schedule of subjects and must
seek approval from the relevant Head of School, who may also specify other required subjects.
Other Information
For further information contact the Associate Dean, Associate Professor Paul Carr - Faculty of Science Office, Room
41.259, telephone (02) 4221 3172, email: [email protected].
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Graduate Certificate in Spatial Science
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Spatial Science
Abbreviation: GCertSpatialSc
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CRICOS Code: Not Applicable
Overview
The aim of this course is to provide students with a theoretical basis for, as well as practical experience in, applying
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geospatial technologies (Geographic Information Science or Remote Sensing, and to a lesser extent, GPS) within an
environmental problem solving context using industry standard software. Please note that this course is only available
part-time.

A Pass Bachelors degree of at least three years’ duration in any Science or Information Technology related specialisation
(including Geography) or a similar tertiary qualification, with relevant work experience, as approved by the Head of
Education
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Course Requirements
Plus one of the following subjects:
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EESC904 Advanced GIS Spring 12

Other Information
The Degree Coordinator is Dr Marji Puotinen – School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, telephone (02) 4221 3589,
email: [email protected].
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Science
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SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS of human therapeutics, agriculture, environment
protection and forensic diagnostics. Bioinformatics,
ethical and patent issues of Biotechnology.
BIOL970 Advances in Conservation Biology
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Autumn Wollongong On Campus BIOL981 Molecular Cell Biology
Subject Description: This subject examines the science Co-requisites: None
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behind modern conservation biology, integrating ecology, Subject Description: This subject covers many
ecological genetics and legislation. Emphasis is placed specific aspects of cell biology, including cell and
on understanding ecological and genetic principles, tissue structure, protein sorting mechanisms, secretion,
mastering laboratory and field skills and elementary membrane transport, energetics, signal transduction,
mathematical modelling, and then placing these in the apoptosis, cellular and molecular genetics of development,
context of current legislation and other conservation the cell cycle and cancer. In addition, focused lab-
instruments. Students use these skills and knowledge
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based practicals are offered which will provide an
to assess a recent issue in conservation biology, as a understanding of the techniques used for studying cell
critical review of methodology and conclusions. biology. These include: cell and organelle isolation and
analysis, growth of various cell types in aseptic culture,
BIOL971 Advanced Topics in Marine
observation and manipulation of cellular functions
and Terrestrial Ecology and cell surface labelling and protein blotting. Lastly,
Spring Wollongong On Campus students undertake a 6 week research project (4 hours/
Credit Points: 12
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week) which expands skills and experience with cell
Pre-requisites: None culture and studies of cell differentiation and function.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Introduction to ecology - levels BIOL982 Infection and Immunity
of organisation (individual, population, community, eco- Spring Wollongong On Campus
system). Experiments in ecology - their design, analysis Credit Points: 12
and interpretation. Biotic interactions: competition, Pre-requisites: Completion of a suitable
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herbivory, predation, mutualisms. Disturbance, science or related undergraduate degree
catastrophe and community structure and function. Co-requisites: None
Behavioural ecology: innate vs learned behaviours and Subject Description: This is a coursework subject
their effects on individual fitness, demography and intended to provide students at MSc level with an
community structure. Factors affecting species richness. understanding of leading edge aspects of microbial

Literature review and project proposal examining pathogens, the immune system, and the ways in which
contemporary research in ecology (tailored to the the immune system defends the body against pathogens.
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specialisations of MSc students enrolled in the subject). The overwhelming majority of students undertaking
this subject are enrolled in the MSc(Biotechnology)
BIOL972 Ecological and Evolutionary degree, and take this as one of four subjects required
Physiology for the degree. This subject will survey the major
Autumn Wollongong On Campus groups of microbial pathogens before examining the
Credit Points: 12 multiple facets of the immune system in humans.
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Pre-requisites: None The interactions between pathogens and the immune
Co-requisites: None system will be explored, both in theory and as an
Subject Description: Physiological and biochemical integrated part of the practical exercises. Technological
characterisation of organisms in relation to size, advances in immunology and immunochemistry that
metabolic intensity, and response to environmental have made major impacts on modern biotechnology
variables. Physiological responses of plants and will also studied, including monoclonal and
animals to variations in light intensity, solar radiation, ‘humanized’ antibodies, and recombinant vaccines.
temperature, gas composition, and pressure.
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Evolution of aerobic metabolism, aerobic capacity BIOL984 Applied Bioinformatics

and endothermy. Physiological processes associated Spring Wollongong On Campus
with phenotypic plasticity and adaptive traits. Credit Points: 12
Physiological correlates of life-history variation Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
BIOL980 Biotechnology Subject Description: A revolution is underway in
Science
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Biological Sciences due to the impact of Genomics,

Credit Points: 12 Transcriptomics and Proteomics. These new technologies
Pre-requisites: None have transformed Biology from a data-poor to a data-rich
Co-requisites: None science. Bioinformatics is concerned with the utilisation
Subject Description: Recombinant DNA technology of this new data. Bioinformatics will be explored in
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and genetic engineering of micro-organisms, plant lectures and computer-based practicals. Databases for
cells and animal cells. Expression, production and nucleic acid and protein sequences, structures and other
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purification of recombinant proteins, cytokines and parameters of biological molecules, plus linkages to the
hormones. Protein expression technology and industrial scientific literature, will be used to extract information,
scale-up. Applications of Biotechnology to the fields

compare and analyse biological data. Each student Subject Description: Chemical analysis is an essential
will prepare a literature research paper and deliver a part of solving problems in many scientific disciplines. In
seminar on a relevant aspect of Bioinformatics. addition to its application to problem solving, analytical
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chemists are also interested in improving the way chemical

BIOL991 Major Research Project analysis is performed, by making it faster, cheaper, more
Autumn Wollongong On Campus sensitive and less susceptible to interference. As a result, a
Spring Wollongong On Campus vast array of instrumental methods has been developed,
Summer 2010/2011 Wollongong On Campus each one having its own strengths and weaknesses in a
Credit Points: 24 given application. In this subject, our interest is not in the
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Pre-requisites: None numerical results of chemical analyses, but rather how we

Co-requisites: None obtain these numbers and evaluate their reliability. The
Subject Description: The student will principles underlying common instrumental methods
undertake a research project on a topic in Biology will be discussed in lectures, specifically: the measurement
and present a research report and seminar on technique; instrument development and components;
a topic chosen by the supervising staff. The application of the instrument to analysis; and advantages
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research can be undertaken in collaboration with and limitations of the instruments. The accompanying
industry or another recognised institution. laboratory component will provide an opportunity for
hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation.
BIOL992 Literature Review Project
Autumn Wollongong On Campus CHEM915 Advanced Chemistry
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Co-requisites: None Spring2010/
Subject Description: Under the supervision of Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
staff the student will survey the biological literature Credit Points: 12
and present a written report and a seminar on a topic Pre-requisites: Appropriate degree.
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chosen by the supervisory academic. Before enrolling Co-requisites: None

in this subject, students need to identify a supervisor. Subject Description: Under the supervision of
a staff member appointed by the Head of School,
BIOL993 Research Project students will undertake a laboratory project and
Autumn Wollongong On Campus present a written report, poster and a seminar on a
Spring Wollongong On Campus topic chosen by the supervising staff member.

Credit Points: 12 CHEM919 Literature Report in Chemistry
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Pre-requisites: None Annual Wollongong On Campus

Subject Description: Under the supervision of staff Spring Wollongong On Campus
(nominated by the Masters Coordinator) the student will Spring2010/
undertake a research project and present a written report Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
and a seminar on a topic chosen by the supervising staff.
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CHEM910 Research Skills Training Credit Points: 12
Annual Wollongong On Campus Pre-requisites: Appropriate degree.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: Students in this subject undertake
a literature search on recent advances in a research topic
Spring2010/ in chemistry. The topic is chosen in consultation with
Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus their supervisor and the course coordinator. A substantial
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Credit Points: 12 report is the written outcome and the students meet in
Pre-requisites: None regular tutorials with their supervisor to discuss issues
Co-requisites: None raised in the topic and compilation of the report.
Subject Description: This subject provides training
in generic research skills such as data interpretation CHEM930 Introduction to Medicinal
and analysis, library skills, literature evaluation, Chemistry
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quality control and assurance, and Occupational Annual Wollongong On Campus

Health and Safety. In addition, students will carry
out directed studies in topics of advanced chemistry,
chosen to complement their research interests, Spring2010/
in discussion with the course Co-ordinator. Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 12
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CHEM914 Advanced Analytical Chemistry Pre-requisites: None

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Credit Points: 12 Subject Description: This subject covers chemical
Pre-requisites: None aspects of the design, physiological activity and
Co-requisites: None metabolism of therapeutic/diagnostic drugs. The

theoretical component covers: cellular targets for CHEM950 Contemporary Topics in Analytical
drug action (theoretical aspects and case studies), and Environmental Chemistry
an overview of approaches to drug discovery, Annual Wollongong On Campus
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structure-activity relationships and computer-aided
methods physicochemical properties and drug action,
stereochemistry/chirality and drug action, drug
metabolism, drug resistance, pro-drug strategies and Spring2010/
organic and inorganic medicinal agents. In addition Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
a guest lecturer from a pharmaceutical company will Credit Points: 12
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give a 2 hour lecture on current issues and strategies for Pre-requisites: None
successful drug design, research and marketing. Students Co-requisites: None
will also undertake electives on ‘advanced’ medicinal Subject Description: This unit gives students a good
chemistry topics. Laboratory: The subject also includes understanding in modern aspects of environmental
a 13 week (3 hr/week) laboratory component which chemistry and related analytical techniques. The exact
involves organic synthesis (combinatorial peptide synthesis, course of study will vary depending on the student’s
background and interests. It may include modules of
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sulphonamide synthesis), characterisation techniques
(nmr, UV/Vis, mass spectrometry, infrared spectroscopy), study of: atmospheric processes and their chemistry;
enzyme inhibition studies, and anti-bacterial testing. water and soil chemistry and analysis; environmental
sampling; instrumental analysis; Quality Control/Quality
CHEM940 Contemporary Topics in Assurance/Total Quality Management. In addition,
Biomolecular Chemistry students undertake a small project in which they are
Annual Wollongong On Campus given a research problem in environmental chemistry
to solve. This may take the form of a pollution or
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remediation/disposal problem or data to analyse. Students
Spring Wollongong On Campus will present their findings by means of a report.
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Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus CHEM964 Elucidating Molecular Structure
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Subject Description: This unit gives students a good Co-requisites: None
grounding in modern aspects of biomolecular chemistry. Subject Description: Determining the structure of a
The exact course of study will vary depending on the molecule is the key to unlocking its chemical or biological
student’s background and interests. It may include studies activity. In the 21st century there are numerous approaches
of advanced methods of synthesis; studies of molecular

for determining molecular structure. These include:
structure via spectroscopy and modelling; and biological experimental spectroscopic techniques and theoretical
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chemistry and bioinformatics. In addition, students predictions, which make use of the increasing power
undertake a directed studies program. This will vary of computers. This combination of experimental and
from student to student depending on their interests, but theoretical techniques are powerful and complementary
will involve a small project in which they are given a methods for determining molecular structure and
research problem in biomolecular science to solve. This reactivity. CHEM964 is a multi-faceted masters-level
may take the form of a synthetic target or data to analyse. subject covering the fundamentals of computational
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Students will present their findings by means of a report. chemistry and spectroscopy and their applications to
problems of molecular structure determination. Students
CHEM944 Advanced Topics in will gain experience in conducting and interpreting,
Medicinal Chemistry electronic structure calculations, optical (infrared,
Autumn Wollongong On Campus visible & ultraviolet) spectroscopy, mass spectrometry,
Credit Points: 12 and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. A formal
Pre-requisites: None treatment of molecular symmetry is also included.
Co-requisites: None Applications of these methods to organic, inorganic,
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Subject Description: This is a specialist subject biological and gas-phase systems are covered.
in aspects of medicinal chemistry and related areas.
Topics can include: structure-based ligand design CHEM991 Intelligent Materials and
(including computer-aided drug design); structure- their Applications
pharmacological property relationships; synthesis Spring Wollongong On Campus
and applications of radiopharmaceuticals; drug Credit Points: 12
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stability and formulation; toxicology and metabolism; Pre-requisites: None

advanced synthetic chemistry (including asymmetric Co-requisites: None
synthesis and chiral drugs); bioactive natural products Subject Description: CHEM991 is designed to provide
and drug development (including medicinal plant students with an introduction to materials chemistry. It
studies), toxicology and advanced proteomics. examines a variety of different classes of both traditional
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chemical materials such as organometallic compounds

and typical synthetic polymers, as well as more modern
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materials including nanotubes, nanoparticles and

inherently conducting polymers. In addition students learn

how other novel materials, including molecular machines, EESC901 Advanced Plate Tectonics,
can be prepared by using weak intermolecular forces to Macrotopography and
form assemblies of molecules (supramolecular chemistry).
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CHEM992 Bioinformatics and Autumn Wollongong On Campus

Biological Chemistry Credit Points: 12
Co-requisites: None
Credit Points: 12
Exclusions: Not to count for credit with GEOS923
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Subject Description: This subject is concerned

Co-requisites: None
with the theory of plate tectonics and its role in the
Subject Description: CHEM992 is divided into
formation of Earth structures and topography. Large-
three lecture strands of approximately equal length: (i)
scale processes are examined in relation to the controls
Bioinformatics, (ii) Biological macromolecules (proteins
of topography and bathymetry. Relationships between
and nucleic acids) - structure and function, and (iii)
plates and ocean basins, continental margins, continental
Proteomics. In the practical course, bioinformatics will
interiors and sedimentary basins are evaluated. Earth
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be explored in computer-based tutorials and practicals.

structure is examined along with earthquakes and
Databases for nucleic acid and protein sequences,
deformation (stress, strain, faulting and folding). Earth
structures and other parameters of biological molecules,
history is considered in relation to past mountain
plus linkages to the scientific literature, will be used to
belts, continents and oceans. Practicals are a series of
extract information and to compare and analyse these
tutorials designed to reinforce the material covered in
data. Proteomics and protein and nucleic acid structure
lectures. Field work consists of up to two field trips.
will also be investigated via computer-based practicals.
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In the laboratory, the sequence of a dipeptide will EESC902 Advanced Coastal Environments:
be determined and structure/function aspects of the
protein, lysozyme, will be analysed. In addition, students
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will use their background in the knowledge of the Spring Wollongong On Campus
structure of DNA and the ways in which drugs bind Credit Points: 12
non-covalently with double-stranded DNA to investigate Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
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the stoichiometry of the binding of the minor groove

binding drug, 4’,6-diamido-2-phenyl indole (DAPI), to Subject Description: This subject examines sedimentary
various DNA sequences. The technique to be used will and ecological processes on the coast. Coastal management
be electrospray ionization mass spectrometry (ESI-MS). is considered from geomorphological and ecological
perspectives. Topics include the morphology and
CHEM993 Advanced Organic Synthesis development of coastal landforms, particularly estuaries,
and Reactivity deltas, chenier and beach-ridge plains, beaches and

dunes, and coral reefs. Emphasis is placed on interpreting
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Holocene morphostratigraphy and morpho-dynamics,
Credit Points: 12
reconstructing sea-level changes and the effect of sea-level
changes on coastal environments, and on understanding
Co-requisites: None
longer-term ecological and geomorphological processes
to the theory and practice of modern organic chemistry. EESC903 Advanced Fluvial Geomorphology
Topics covered include: Reactive intermediates
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(generation, determination, reaction) such as free radicals,

and Sedimentology
carbenes, and arenes; Stereochemistry and enantioselective Autumn Wollongong On Campus
synthesis; NMR spectroscopy: including NMR theory Credit Points: 12
and practical applications, spectra acquisition and Pre-requisites: None
interpretation, and physical detection of stereochemistry Co-requisites: None
by NMR; Synthesis of carbocyclic compounds; Subject Description: Rivers play a dynamic role
Heterocyclic synthesis: reactions and applications in shaping the Earth’s landforms (geomorphology),
constructing sedimentary sequences of economic
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of common heterocycles; Molecular modelling:

hands-on experience with computer modelling. importance (sedimentology), and presenting flood and
erosion hazards, all of which greatly influence human use
CHEM994 Environmental Chemistry of the Earth’s surface. This subject examines processes
and Climate Change forming and modifying contemporary drainage basins,
interprets fluvial sedimentary records and relates changes
in these records to variations in climate and depositional
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Credit Points: 12
environment. Particular attention is given to human
modification and the management of river systems.
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: The environment depends EESC904 Advanced Geographic
on complex interactions of chemical, physical and
biological processes. These can be both natural and
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anthropogenic in origin and change with time. In this Spring Wollongong On Campus
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subject the chemical aspects are highlighted in strands Credit Points: 12

including: atmospheric chemistry, aquatic chemistry and Pre-requisites: EESC914 or equivalent
soil chemistry. This subject also investigates methods Co-requisites: None
for assessing the chemical state of the environment. Subject Description: This subject builds upon the

concepts and software skills developed in EESC914 to Pre-requisites: None
develop your ability to act as an independent problem- Co-requisites: None
solver, ready to use GIS either for further research or Subject Description: This subject requires postgraduate
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in a job setting. Over the semester you will build this students to critically assess how geographers and others
ability by working together as a class to complete a have theorised the global and national processes that
real-world GIS project from ‘start to finish’.You will shape the social, economic and spatial characteristics of
work in teams during lectures to design the project Australian regions. Students will build upon insights
based on relevant examples from the academic literature. from previous study to explore how contemporary
You will work independently in the practical sessions urban and rural landscapes have been formed and how
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to carry out the analysis for the project. At the end they are constantly being reshaped. They will draw upon
of the semester, you will produce a report of project theoretical perspectives including political economy
results in the form of an article for submission to a and post-structuralism to explore varying accounts of
journal. For the final exam, you will describe a research these socio-spatial processes. Examples such as industry
plan for a GIS project in your own area of interest. restructuring, rural/urban mythology and the development
You will then follow this up with an intensive targeted of Australian regional towns and cities will be used to
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literature review to further develop the research plan. make connections between processes at the various scales
and specific aspects of Australian urban and rural life.
EESC905 Advanced Remote Sensing Through workshops and assignments, students will further
of the Environment develop skills and knowledge in areas such as media
Autumn Wollongong On Campus analysis and the use of census and other data sources. In
Credit Points: 12 addition, students will complete an essay in which they
Pre-requisites: EESC914 or equivalent evaluate theoretical perspectives on a topic chosen in
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Co-requisites: None conjunction with the subject co-ordinator. Contact hours
Subject Description: Remote sensing is an important include fieldtrips to farms and country towns. Fieldtrip
tool for monitoring and modelling the condition schedules may include 2 one day fieldtrips. Fieldtrips are
and dynamics of terrestrial, aquatic and atmospheric run in lieu of other classes such as lectures and tutorials.
environments. Biophysical information extracted
from images may be used in many ways, as image or EESC911 Advanced Isotope Geochemistry
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thematic maps, directly in decision making, as estimates
of biophysical variables or integrated with other spatial Credit Points: 12
information systems for further analysis and display. Pre-requisites: None
This subject is a logical progression from EESC904, Co-requisites: None
the latter having not only provided the student with an Subject Description: Topics include sample
introduction to the theory and practice of geospatial preparation; mass spectrometry; applications

technologies, but basic knowledge of remote sensing of both radiogenic and stable isotopic systems;
principles. EESC905 emphasises digital image processing geochronology modelling; petrogenetic modelling.
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for analysis of remotely sensed imagery, including
airborne and satellite multispectral and hyperspectral data. EESC912 Advanced Soils, Landscapes
Practical sessions will involve a progression of common and Hydrology
analysis techniques and tutorials. Concepts and skills Spring Wollongong On Campus
acquired will be sequentially applied in these sessions. Credit Points: 12
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EESC909 Dung, Death and Decay: modern Co-requisites: None
scientific methods in archaeology Subject Description: The interdependence of landform,
Autumn Wollongong On Campus hydrology and soil, together with time and place, are
Credit Points: 12 the major factors influencing landscape evolution. This
Pre-requisites: None subject examines denudation of highlands; survival of
Co-requisites: None ancient landscapes; climatic and geomorphic controls
Subject Description: Students will be exposed to the on landforms; erosion; weathering processes and the Law
methods and applications of four key components of formation of soils, laterites, silcretes and calcretes; soil
archaeological science: geoarchaeology, geochronology, surveying: environmental records of lakes; groundwater
geochemistry and bioarchaeology. Students will and surface-water processes and chemistry; dating of
learn how to use modern scientific methods to assess land-surfaces and groundwater; the hydrological cycle.
how archaeological deposits formed and may have
changed over time; when archaeological objects were EESC914 Fundamentals of Spatial Science
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made and other events of interest took place; what

human occupants of these sites ate and drank, and Spring Wollongong On Campus
other aspects of their life histories (e.g. migration Credit Points: 12
patterns); and what kinds of environments these people Pre-requisites: None
inhabited, including the diversity of fauna and flora Co-requisites: None
and the climates under which they lived and died. Subject Description: This subject aims to provide
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students at the MSc level with a comprehensive

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EESC910 Advanced Social Spaces: introduction to the theory and practice of dealing with
Rural and Urban geospatial technologies, collectively termed ‘spatial
Spring Wollongong On Campus science’. Spatial science draws upon concepts, tools and
Credit Points: 12 skills from several other related disciplines (primarily

geography, cartography and computer science) and values and how they are translated into practice to
technologies (GIS, remote sensing, GPS). Students protect and manage landscapes, places, resources and
enrolling in this subject will have no prior background in ecosystems. Consequently, the subject will consider
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this area. Thus, they will require the same basic knowledge definitions of concepts such as environment, nature and
and skill development at the start of the subject as the heritage as well as legislative and policy frameworks in
undergraduate students (attending same lectures and Australia and overseas. These themes will be pursued
practicals). However, towards the end of the semester through studies of issues such as indigenous land and
(once the knowledge and skills have been obtained), they heritage management, wilderness identification and
will be asked to conduct an extensive literature review and management, catchment management and restoration
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use it, combined with all they have learned throughout the of ecosystems and the built environment. The subject
semester, to develop a professionally written proposal for a is suitable for practitioners seeking to update their
spatial science project in their area of interest. This report academic knowledge as well as for postgraduate students
will take several weeks of dedicated time to complete and wanting to further develop their applied research skills.
is heavily weighted (40%) in the assessment of the subject.
EESC921 Advanced Environmental Geology
EESC916 Coastal Population Studies
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Co-requisites: None Subject Description: Topics include the relationship
Subject Description: This subject is designed to between mining operations and communities; downstream
introduce students to a range of demographic issues that pollution problems; mineralogical composition and types
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are globally, nationally and regionally/locally significant. of associated dusts; composition of mine waters and
The lecture content is designed to enable students to stack emissions, the reclamation of mine sites; effects of
critically study how geographers analyse population issues mine subsidence; the composition, uses and disposal of
and how this analysis overlaps with other disciplines. waste residues; environmental impact studies; alienation
Practical classes are centred around core skills in of resources; conflicts of interest in mining operations.
population data management for coastal regions, social
mapping and geographical information systems (GIS). EESC926 Advanced Resources
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The objective is that students will learn skills in handling and Environments
data, critical thinking, group work and presentation skills. Spring Wollongong On Campus
Credit Points: 12
EESC917 Advanced Spaces, Places Pre-requisites: Enrolment in MSc (Geology),
and Identities: Qualitative MSc (Physical Geography) or MEnvSc
research design Co-requisites: None

Subject Description: This subject will examine the
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Credit Points: 12 geological setting of various ore deposits and modern
Pre-requisites: None exploration techniques being employed to discover new
Co-requisites: None deposits. It will have an applied approach focusing on the
Subject Description: The lecture content is designed identification of common economic minerals and textures.
to enable postgraduate students to build upon their Students will develop strong field observational skills
geographical knowledge by critically studying how around mineralized areas during a five day field mapping
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geographers have conceptualised space/place. Drawing trip to mining districts around Orange/Parkes. They will
upon different approaches, this subject investigates the be tested on their understanding of mineralizing processes
connections that have been made between place making in relation to different geological/tectonic environments.
processes and identity including gender, ethnic, sexual, Students will be given a particular mine or prospect to
tourist and national identity. The approaches drawn critically review and apply the practical skills learnt in the
upon include structuralism and post-structuralism. field to evaluate the potential for further discoveries in the
Underpinning the design of the workshops is the region. Developing the skills to fully research the geology
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objective that students will learn qualitative research and mining history of an area will accurately reflect the
skills. In these workshops, students are encouraged to exploration process carried out in the mining industry.
gain proficiency in three areas: qualitative research,
team-work and presentation skills. Employers often EESC950 Advanced Topic A
seek postgraduate students with demonstrated skills Annual Wollongong On Campus
in these three areas. This subject is designed to enable Autumn Wollongong On Campus
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postgraduate students to develop these skills. Spring Wollongong On Campus

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EESC918 Advanced Environmental and Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
Heritage Management Credit Points: 12
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Pre-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject will consist

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Co-requisites: None of a library and/or laboratory study on some

Subject Description: This subject presents advanced topical aspect of earth and environmental sciences
geographic perspectives on environmental and heritage equivalent to one half of full-time study.
management. We examine environmental and cultural

EESC951 Advanced Topic B ENVI913 Directed Studies in
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Summer 2010/2011 Wollongong On Campus Spring Wollongong On Campus
Pre-requisites: None Pre-requisites: Must be enrolled in
Co-requisites: None Environmental Science Postgraduate program
Subject Description: This subject will consist
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Co-requisites: None
of a library and/or laboratory study on some Subject Description: Topics include the relationship
topical aspect of earth and environmental sciences of mining operations to communities; composition
equivalent to one third of full-time study. of mine waters, dusts and stack emissions; reclamation
of mine sites; effects of mine subsidence; the
ENVI910 Directed Studies in composition, uses and disposal of waste residues;
Environmental Chemistry environmental effects of pollution, erosion and
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Annual Wollongong On Campus deposition; environmental impact studies
Spring Wollongong On Campus ENVI919 Directed Studies in
Credit Points: 12 Environmental Science
Pre-requisites: Must be enrolled in Annual Wollongong On Campus
Environmental Science Postgraduate program Autumn Wollongong On Campus
Co-requisites: None
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Subject Description: This subject is designed for Spring2010/
MEnvSc students who do not have a strong background Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus
in chemistry. It aims to develop competency in Spring2010/
Chemistry through a range of activities (lectures, Summer2010 Wollongong On Campus
practical work, report writing, etc.). The subject
content is determined following a consideration of
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Credit Points: 12
the individual students background and needs.
Pre-requisites: Must be enrolled in Environmental
ENVI911 Directed Studies in Ecology Science Postgraduate program, MSc (Coastal
Annual Wollongong On Campus Planning) or seek permission from the Coordinator
of Postgraduate Environmental Science programs.
Co-requisites: None

Spring Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: In this subject students will
Spring2010/ undertake either a major literature review or carry out
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Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus a practical study on a problem of current environmental
Credit Points: 12 interest. The work will normally be related to one of the
Pre-requisites: Must be enrolled in ongoing activities of the Faculty of Science, giving the
Environmental Science Postgraduate program student the opportunity to become well acquainted with
Co-requisites: None a particular aspect of environmental science. International
Subject Description: This subject includes coursework students will be encouraged to undertake activities
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components that provide an introduction to organismic with significant relevance to their home countries.
biology, including plant and animal diversity, principles
of ecology and evolution, and the impacts of humans ENVI922 Scientific Basis of
on ecosystems. Assessment is directed through the Environmental Management
subject coordinator and will include a research report Spring Wollongong On Campus
concerning an issue in environmental biology Credit Points: 12
ENVI912 Directed Studies in Pre-requisites: Must be enrolled in Environmental Law
Science Postgraduate program or MSc (Coastal Planning)
Land Resources Co-requisites: None
Annual Wollongong On Campus Exclusions: Not to count for credit with ENVI920
Autumn Wollongong On Campus Subject Description: This subject covers topics
Spring Wollongong On Campus designed to give students a comprehensive overview of
Spring2010/ the scientific basis of environmental management. The
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Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus subject will adopt a multi-disciplinary approach to the

Credit Points: 12 scientific understanding of how major ecosystems work
Pre-requisites: Must be enrolled in Environmental and show how an appreciation of such knowledge leads to
Science Postgraduate program or MSc (Coastal Planning) the development of appropriate management strategies for
Co-requisites: None these systems. While there will be some emphasis on the
Subject Description: This subject will examine coastal, Australian situation, much of the material is applicable in
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river, water and soil management focussing on human any country. The systems to be covered include estuaries,
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induced changes to these natural systems. Emphasis reefs, coastal wetlands, forests, large and small catchment
will usually be given to geomorphological processes, areas, and semi-arid areas. In addition, the science of the
remote sensing of land and biological resources.

management of hazardous wastes (including radioactive enhancement of fisheries. Literature review examining
materials) will be discussed. Case studies from Australia, contemporary research in ecology (tailored to the
South-East Asia and the Pacific Islands will be included. specialisations of MSc students enrolled in the subject).
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ENVI923 Environmental Planning SCIE911 Fundamentals of Science

Autumn Wollongong On Campus Communication
Pre-requisites: Must be enrolled in Environmental Spring Wollongong On Campus
Science Postgraduate program or MSc (Coastal Planning) Credit Points: 6
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Exclusions: Not to count for credit with ENVI921 Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject presents material Subject Description: This subject aims to ensure
necessary for a comprehensive overview of the status and that all students entering the Master of Science are
development of environmental planning in government aware of, and have opportunity to develop competency
and industry. In the subject, students are introduced to the in, the types and level of language communications
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principles of environmental planning. This is followed by necessary for successful engagement in science subjects
presentations from staff from a wide range of organisations at UOW. Students will examine and produce various
involved in environmental planning. Students learn types of communication that learning (and assessing
from academic staff and environmental practitioners, the learning) in science depends on, including spoken and
mechanisms, difficulties and benefits of current planning written reports for specific audiences. Reports will be
activities in Australia. While there is some emphasis on based on published information, student lab notes and/
the Australian situation, reference to activities in other or other data. The emphasis is on the development
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countries is also included, in addition to aspects of the of practical skills in finding, using and re-purposing
global situation regarding environmental planning. various types of scientific information, in using academic
English and in teamwork, as well as on understanding
ENVI930 Thesis the design and marking criteria of assessment tasks
Annual Wollongong On Campus encountered throughout the degree program.
Spring Wollongong On Campus SCIE912 Fundamentals of Science
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Spring2010/ Laboratories
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Subject Description: A research topic in an area of Co-requisites: None

environmental science will be selected by each candidate
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Subject Description: This subject aims to ensure

after consultation with the degree co-ordinator. The thesis that all students entering the Master of Science (by
will be supervised by staff from the appropriate unit(s). course work) are aware of, and have the opportunity to
develop competency in standard laboratory techniques
ENVI931 Thesis and field skills that are necessary for successful
Annual Wollongong On Campus engagement in science subjects at UOW. Fundamentals
Spring2010/
Informatics
of Science Practice (SCIE912) draws upon the use

Autumn2011 Wollongong On Campus and understanding of standard laboratory and field
Credit Points: 32 techniques while incorporating the use of scientific
Pre-requisites: None language (spoken and written) skills learnt in SCIE911
Co-requisites: None (Fundamentals of Communicating the Sciences) and
Subject Description: A research topic in an area of the numeracy and statistical skills developed in SCIE913
environmental science will be selected by each candidate (Fundamentals of Science Data & IT). Scientific
after consultation with the degree co-ordinator. The thesis reports in this subject will be based on laboratory
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will be supervised by staff from the appropriate unit(s). (and field) practical exercises conducted in class. The
emphasis is on the development of practical skills in
MARE973 Advanced Topics in Fisheries the laboratory (and field) and consolidation of these
and Aquaculture skills with finding and interpreting scientific data, in
Spring Wollongong On Campus using academic English and in teamwork, as well as
Credit Points: 12 on understanding the design and marking criteria of
Science
Pre-requisites: None assessment tasks encountered throughout the degree.

Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject will provide SCIE913 Fundamentals of Science
an overview of fisheries biology and aquaculture Data and IT
(vertebrate and invertebrate) including: the diversity Autumn Wollongong On Campus
of Australian and international fisheries and their
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key challenges; relevant ecological issues (population Credit Points: 6
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dynamics, transport processes, stock identification); Pre-requisites: None

predictive modelling, fisheries management; secondary Co-requisites: None
impacts of fisheries; the diversity of aquaculture; case Subject Description: This subject aims to ensure that
studies in aquaculture; ecological impacts, potential for

all students entering the Master of Science are aware
of, and have opportunity to develop competency and
skills in descriptive and inferential data analysis and data
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manipulation that are necessary for successful engagement
in science subjects at UOW. Students will explore and
analyse scientific data fundamental to understanding
how scientific data and information are generated
and translated into peer reviewed scientific journal
articles, conference presentations and Government/
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industry reports. Data analysis in science draws upon
use the use and understanding of data analysis and
manipulation software and also incorporates the use of
scientific language (spoken and written) skills learnt in
SCIE911, Fundamental of Communicating the Sciences.
Scientific reports in this subject will be based on data
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sets used in class. The emphasis is on the development
of practical skills in finding, using and re-purposing
various types of scientific data, in using academic
English and in teamwork, as well as on understanding
the design and marking criteria of assessment tasks
encountered throughout the degree program.
SCIE914 Current Questions in Science
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Summer 2010/2011 Wollongong Flexible
Credit Points: 6
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Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject aims to ensure that
all students entering the Master of Science (by course
work) are aware of, and have the opportunity to develop
an understanding of current research issues in the major
scientific disciplines of Biology, Physics, GeoScience and

Chemistry that are necessary for successful engagement in
science subjects at UOW. Current Questions in Science
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(SCIE914) integrates the: (1) use and understanding
of standard laboratory and field techniques developed
in SCIE12 (Fundamentals of Science Practice); (2)
scientific language (spoken and written) skills learnt
in SCIE911 (Fundamentals of Communicating the
Sciences); and (3) numeracy and statistical skills developed
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in SCIE913 (Fundamentals of Science Data & IT).
In SCIE912 emphasis is placed on the integration of
literacy, numeracy and practical knowledge in science
to interpret, evaluate and discuss current research in the
core scientific disciplines of Biology, Physics, GeoScience
and Chemistry. The integration of these skills are
fundamental to gaining a solid grasp of modern/ current Law
questions in science. Through the exploration of these
scientific disciplines students will consolidate and apply
their skills in science communication (orally and in a
written format) and data analysis and interpretation.
Teamwork is fostered through online discussion of topical
issues in Biology, Physics, GeoScience and Chemistry
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Courses Offered
Doctor of Business Administration
Master of Business - Research
Commerce
Master of Business Administration
Master of Business Administration Advanced
Master of Business Coaching
Creative Arts
Master of Health Services - Research
Master of International Business
Master of Management
Master of Project Management
Master of Retail Management
Master of Science (Logistics)
Education
Master of Survey Research Methods
Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
Graduate Certificate in Business Coaching
Graduate Certificate in Business
Engineering
Graduate Certificate in Health Services Research and Development
Graduate Certificate in International Business

Graduate Certificate in Project Management
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Graduate Certificate in Retail Management
Graduate Certificate in Survey Research Methods
Informatics
Law
Science
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School

Abbreviation: PhD
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Home Faculty: Sydney Business School

Location: Innovation Campus (Wollongong)
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UOW Course Code 201

Overview
Candidates with demonstrated research potential, exhibited usually by a Bachelor Honours, Masters by Research
degree or other Masters degree can apply to take a Doctor of Philosophy. Full-time study of three years, or the part-
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time equivalent, is normally required. Candidates will be expected to work under supervision on research projects
related to their thesis area and may be required to complete coursework classes in order to acquire theory and develop
methodological skills necessary for their doctoral research. Candidates for this degree enrol in the subject THES924
Thesis Full-time or, THES912 Thesis Part-time.
The following areas of research are some of the topics available to candidates undertaking the Doctor of Philosophy
degree at the Sydney Business School:
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− Logistics and Supply Chain Management

− Management systems
− Corporate Recovery and Turnaround Strategy
− Organisational Behaviour
− Financial Management of Enterprises
− Financial Restructuring
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− Strategic Management
− Corporate Governance and Business Ethics
− International Business Strategy
− Labour Regulation in the Global Economy
− Public Policy and Public Administration
− Health Management and Policy Development

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Applications must be accompanied by a 2,000 word proposal describing the candidates preferred area of research interest.
Other Information
Additional information is available from www.uow.edu.au/sbs or email [email protected]
Doctor of Business Administration

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Testamur Title of Degree: Doctor of Business Administration

Abbreviation: DBA
Starting Session(s): Autumn at Innovation Campus (Wollongong)
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Overview
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The DBA is an advanced postgraduate research degree that focuses on professional business practice, providing
experienced managers with research skills that can be applied to issues of organisational leadership. The course is designed
to provide a framework that will enable participants to expand their knowledge in one or more business areas, drawing
on the disciplinary expertise of faculties across campus. The course is designed to build on the existing strengths of the
participants and provide a formal educational opportunity for them to develop and apply business research skills, enhance
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their understanding of contemporary management theories, and gain a competitive advantage in business.

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Entry Requirements
Students will have as a minimum, a good first degree, but more commonly a master degree, for example a Master of
Business Administration. Work experience is advantageous to students in selecting appropriate topics and in access to data
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sources. However, students with a master’s degree and limited work experience may be accepted.
Applications must be accompanied by a 2,000 word proposal describing the candidate’s preferred area of research interest.
Research interests should be related to topics listed on the Sydney Business School website.
International applicants must also meet the University’s English Language requirements as set out at www.uow.edu.au/
future/international
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Course Requirements
Candidates are required to complete six subjects plus a thesis (a combined total of 144cps) according to the list below.
Course Program
Compulsory Subjects Credit Points
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TBS997 Research Foundations 1: Literature Review 12
TBS996 Research Foundations 2: Research Methodology 12
TBS999 Research Proposal 24
TBS972 Current Issues in Business 12
TBS973 Business Development 12
TBS974 Research Development 24
THES912 Thesis Part Time or, 48
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THES924 Thesis Full Time 48
Master of Business - Research

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Business – Research
Abbreviation: MBus-Res
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Duration: 1.5 years full-time or 3 years part-time
Total Credit Points: 72 cps
Starting Session(s): Autumn at Innovation Campus (Wollongong)
Intake A at Sydney campus

Location: Innovation Campus (Wollongong), Sydney
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UOW Course Code: 1338, S1338
Overview
The Master of Business – Research is designed for students who would like to study a higher degree research program,
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but are hesitant to commit to the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) degrees.
The program is suitable for those who are working in middle management positions and aspire to progress to a senior
management role. The coursework component of the degree will allow the students to develop the appropriate research
skills to complete the thesis which follows.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution with an average of at least
60%.
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Course Requirements
Candidates are required to complete 24 credit points of coursework and a 48 credit point thesis.
Course Program
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TBS 997 Research Foundations 1: Literature Review 12

TBS 996 Research Foundations 2: Research Methodology 12
THES912 Thesis Part Time or, 48
THES924 Thesis Full Time 48
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Credit Transfer
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The Master of Business – Research may be used as a pathway into the Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or the Doctor of
Business Administration (DBA). Upon completion of the MBR, students may apply to progress to the Doctor of Business
Administration (DBA) with credit for subjects previously completed.

Master of Business Administration
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Business Administration and
Master of Business Administration (Executive)
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Abbreviation: MBA, EMBA

Duration: MBA: 1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent
EMBA: 2 years part time
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Starting Session(s): Autumn, Spring at Innovation Campus (Wollongong)

Intake A, B, C, D at Sydney Business School
EMBA: Intake A at Sydney Business School
Location: Sydney, Innovation Campus (Wollongong)
UOW Course Code: MBA: 547_2, SC547_2
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EMBA: 548, SC548

CRICOS Code: 061889D (For MBA course - 547)
Overview
The Master of Business Administration is designed for experienced professionals who wish to develop their managerial
skills in order to operate effectively in an increasingly competitive and evolving global business environment. Our
program is designed for those who are qualified in a specialised field and who wish to develop their business acumen and
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business skills. Master of Business Administration students develop a portfolio of key management competencies that range
from strategic analysis and decision making skills through to an appreciation of global business challenges, complemented
by people, financial, marketing and system analysis skills.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution with an average mark of at
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least 60%, along with a minimum of two years full-time relevant professional or managerial work experience.
International applicants must also meet the University’s English Language requirements (Refer to the University’s website
at www.uow.edu.au/future/international for details).
Course Requirements
Candidates are required to complete twelve 12 subjects (72cps) according to the list below. There are nine (9) compulsory
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subjects (54 cps) plus three (3) elective subjects (18 cps) selected from other 900 level Sydney Business School or other
900 level subjects as approved by the Graduate Studies Advisor.
Course Program
Compulsory Subjects Credit Points
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TBS 905 Economic Analysis of Business 6
TBS 907 Financial Strategy# 6
TBS 909 Corporate Governance 6
TBS 920 International Business Strategy* 6
TBS 921 Strategic Decision Making* 6
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# TBS 901 is a pre-requisite for TBS 907.

* These capstone subjects should ideally be undertaken only after all other compulsory subjects have been completed.
Two elective subjects that are highly recommended to students because they provide vital management skills are:
1. TBS 902 Statistics for Decision Making (required for those students who have not previously studied statistics, as
this subject develops the skills necessary to complete other core MBA subjects); and
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2. TBS 908 Supply Chain Management (provides an overview of overall product/ service development, outlining the
dependency upon both internal and external parties)
Students may also apply to complete an individual research project as a 6 or 12 credit point elective subject. The project
topic has to be pre-approved by the Graduate Studies Advisor.
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Note: Students undertaking the program through the Sydney Business School will have a more restricted number of
elective subjects available to them. However, students may also choose electives at the Wollongong campus or undertake
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cross-institutional study.

Master of Business Administration (Executive)
The EMBA is a tailored MBA program which is suitable for mature students in a senior management role or those
aspiring to progress their career to a senior management position. For details regarding the program content and delivery,
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visit our website at www.uow.edu.au/sbs/courses.
Credit Transfer
Upon completion of the MBA with an average mark of at least 60 per cent, candidates may apply to progress to the
Master of Business Administration Advanced with credit for previous subjects completed within the MBA.
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Master of Business Administration graduates may also apply to enrol in one of the Business School’s eight subject Masters
degrees. Candidates may apply for credit for subjects completed under the MBA and will be required to complete a
further six specified subjects (36 credit points) as determined by the Graduate Studies Advisor.
Candidates who have completed one of the Business School’s eight subject Masters degrees or a selected range of Masters
programs from the Faculties of Commerce, Health and Behavioural Sciences, Informatics, Engineering, and Education,
and who meet the MBA entry requirements, may apply to enrol in the MBA program. Students may be eligible for
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credit for up to six subjects (36 credit points) towards the MBA.
Candidates should consult the Graduate Studies Advisor for further information.
Other Information
Our membership with the Australian National Business School (ANBS) enables our Master of Business Administration
students to be able to transfer to other ANBS member Universities and have the flexibility to work temporarily interstate
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without disrupting their studies. Master of Business Administration students also have the opportunity to participate in
South East Asian and European summer schools.
Master of Business Administration Advanced

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Business Administration Advanced
Abbreviation: MBAAdv
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Intake A, B, C, D at Sydney campus

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Overview
The Master of Business Administration Advanced program offers students an extended MBA degree. The MBA Advanced
program has a strategic focus designed for those students who require the knowledge, competencies and managerial skills
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necessary to operate in a challenging and changing global environment. The MBA Advanced program offers students the
opportunity to further specialise in their area of interest by completing additional elective subjects.
Entry Requirements
Upon successful completion of the Master of Business Administration program with an average mark of 60 per cent,
students may apply to progress to the MBA Advanced degree.
Course Requirements
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In addition to the Master of Business Administration (MBA) course requirements, candidates will complete four
additional 900 level elective subjects (24 credit points) from a specialisation discipline selected from the list below. The
subject selection is to be determined in consultation with the School’s Graduate Studies Advisor and the relevant Faculty’s
Course Co-ordinator.
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− General Management **
− International Business **
− Logistics **
Faculty of Commerce
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− Accounting
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− Finance
− Economics
− Human Resource Management
− Information Systems

− Management
− Marketing
Faculty of Engineering
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− Engineering
− Engineering Management
− Environmental Engineering
− Engineering Asset Management
Commerce

− Health Management
− Public Health
− Internet Technology
− Electronic Commerce
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− Information Technology Management

− Industry-based Information Technology
− Information and Communication Technology
** General Management, International Business and Logistics are the only specialisations offered at Sydney campus. All
other specialisations must be completed at Wollongong campus.
Please contact the Graduate Studies Advisor for further information.
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Master of Business Coaching

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Business Coaching
Abbreviation: MBusCoach
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Duration: 2 years part-time

Starting Session(s): Intake A at Sydney campus
Location: Sydney
UOW Course Code: S1578
CRICOS Code: N/A

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Overview
The Master of Business Coaching has been designed to appeal to a broad range of people interested in business coaching
including: those already working as business coaches without formal qualifications, internal business coaches working
within companies, those working as individual or executive coaches who wish to strengthen their business understanding,
consultants or counsellors who wish to develop their coaching skills, people undertaking a change of career and, managers
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who wish to develop coaching skills as part of their management approach.

The course focus is to apply coaching methodologies to business studies, covering content such as strategy, change
management and people management, and techniques such as collaborative working and facilitation.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a recognised Bachelor degree of three years full-time (or part-time equivalent) duration.
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Course Requirements
Candidates are required to complete six core subjects plus two electives, totalling 48 credit points.
Course Program
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TBS 963 Introduction to Business Coaching 6
TBS 964 Applied Coaching Practice 6
TBS 965 Leadership and People Management 6
TBS 966 Business Coaching Strategy and Planning 6
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TBS 967 Innovation, Improvement and Change Management 6

TBS 968 Business Coaching Research Paper 6
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Students are to complete 12 credit points of elective subjects selected in consultation with the Course Co-ordinator after
considering the student’s existing knowledge, skills and career goals.
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Credit Transfer
Upon successful completion of the Master of Business Coaching students may apply to enrol in another of the School’s
Masters programs and apply for credit for previous postgraduate studies. Those graduates who meet the MBA entry
requirements may apply to enrol in the MBA program, and may be eligible for credit transfer for up to six subjects (36
credit points) towards the MBA.
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Other Information
All applicants will be required to attend an interview conducted by the Sydney Business School.
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Overview
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Entry Requirements

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Course Requirements
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To be advised.
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Credit
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Masters.
Further Information
Ms Angela Brown
+61 2 4221 3339
[email protected]
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Master of Health Services - Research

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Health Services - Research
Abbreviation: MHlthServ-Res
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Starting Session(s): Intake A
Location: Sydney
CRICOS Code: N/A

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Overview
The Master of Health Services (Research) is a research degree designed for experienced professionals who wish to
develop their health research skills in order to operate effectively in an increasingly complex environment. This course
is aimed to suit the needs of a wide variety of careers including those working in: policy, planning and public health
units of health agencies, universities, health research units and centres, clinical units and other sections of the health
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industry. Master of Health Services (Research) students develop a portfolio of key research competencies that range from
qualitative and quantitative research skills, to health economics and evaluation techniques and apply the core skills from
the Graduate Certificate in Health Services Research to an approved research topic in the health services field.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree from a recognised institution and at least 2 years relevant professional experience.
Course Requirements
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Candidates will be required to complete 72 credit points as follows:

Core Subjects Subject Name Credit Points Delivery
method(s)
TBS975 Health Services Research Design 6 Lectures/tutorials
TBS976 Quantitative Analysis for Health Services Research 6 Lectures/tutorials
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TBS977 Health Services Evaluation and Development 6 Lectures/tutorials

TBS978 Health Economics Principles and Research Methods 6 Lectures/tutorials
THES912/924 Health Services Research Thesis 48 Thesis
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Master of International Business
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of International Business
Abbreviation: MIB
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Commerce
UOW Course Code: 597, SC597
Overview
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The Master of International Business program prepares students to succeed in managerial and professional positions in the
global economy. The globalisation of the market place requires businesses to be increasingly innovative and competitive.
Managers need to understand the complexities of global culture, political, economic, organisational and financial forces
and recognise how they can impact on the success of their business.
This course examines the background of globalisation and teaches the management skills and competencies that are
necessary in order to effectively operate in a truly global business environment.
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Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution.
International applicants must also meet the University’s English Language requirements. Refer to the University’s website
at www.uow.edu.au/future/international
Course Requirements
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Candidates are required to complete a total of eight (8) subjects (48 cps) according to the list below.
Course Program

TBS 935 Project Management 6
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TBS 980 International Financial Management 6
TBS 981 Managing in Multi-National Companies 6
TBS 982 Marketing in a Global Economy 6
TBS 983 International Business Environment 6
TBS 984 International Business Strategies* 6
TBS 913 Innovation Topics and Cases 6
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OR
TBS 923 Contemporary Issues in International Business 6
* This capstone subject is to be undertaken after a minimum of three core subjects have been successfully completed.
^Students may apply to complete either TBS961 Business Spanish Language and Culture or TBS962 Business Chinese
Language and Culture as a substitute for TBS913 Innovation Topics and Cases or TBS923 Contemporary Issues in
International Business.
Credit Transfer
Law
Upon successful completion of the Master of International Business students may apply to enrol in another of the
School’s Masters programs and apply for credit for previous postgraduate studies. Those graduates who meet the MBA
entry requirements may apply to enrol in the MBA program, and may be eligible for credit transfer for up to six subjects
(36 credit points) towards the MBA.
Other Information
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Master of Management
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Management
Abbreviation: MMgmt
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Delivery Mode: On campus (Face-to-face) at Innovation Campus (Wollongong), Sydney and Loftus
campuses
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Video-conferenced to Bega, Batemans Bay, Moss Vale and Shoalhaven

Intakes A, B, C, D at Sydney, Loftus, Bega, Batemans Bay, Moss Vale and Shoalhaven
Location: Innovation Campus (Wollongong), Sydney, Loftus, Bega, Batemans Bay, Moss Vale
and Shoalhaven
UOW Course Code: 1553, SC553, LO553, BE553, BB553, MV553, SH553.
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Overview
The Master of Management provides an opportunity for practicing managers to enhance their career opportunities by
developing further professional, personal and technical skills in key business areas. The Master of Management comprises
eight subjects chosen from the overall portfolio of subjects offered at each campus in consultation with the Graduate
Studies Advisor. The structure of this program is flexible in order to take into account individual professional development
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needs. Programs of study are negotiated on an individual basis with the Graduate Studies Advisor.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree from a recognised institution with an average mark of at least 60 per cent.
International applicants must also meet the University’s English Language requirements (refer to the University’s website
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Course Requirements
Candidates will be required to complete eight (8) subjects (48 credit points) determined in consultation with the
Graduate Studies Advisor.
Credit Transfer
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Upon successful completion of the Master of Management, students may apply to enrol in another of the School’s Masters
programs and apply for up to 25 per cent credit for previous postgraduate studies. Those graduates who meet the MBA
entry requirements may apply to enrol in the MBA program, and may be eligible for credit transfer for up to six subjects
(36 credit points) towards the MBA.
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Master of Project Management

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Project Management
Abbreviation: MProjMgmt
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Location: Innovation Campus (Wollongong) and Sydney
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Overview
Efficient project management provides organisations with improved ability to plan, implement and control their business
activities. The growth of new forms of technology in project management has prompted organisations to look for skilled
project managers who can enhance the performance of their businesses. The Master of Project Management equips
students with comprehensive project management skills and teaches strategies for dealing with a broad range of issues
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encountered within business organisations.

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Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a bachelor degree from a recognised institution with an average mark of at least 60%.

International applicants must also meet the University’s English Language requirements as detailed at www.uow.edu.au/
Course Requirements
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Candidates are required to complete a total of eight (8) core subjects totalling 48 credit points.
Course Program
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TBS 922 Management Project# 6
TBS 936 Advanced Project Management* 6
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* TBS936 has a co-requisite of TBS935.
# Topic to be negotiated with the Graduate Studies Advisor to meet individual students’ development needs and work
environment.
Credit Transfer
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Upon successful completion of the Master of Project Management students may apply to enrol in another of the School’s
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Master of Retail Management

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Retail Management
Abbreviation: MRetMgmt

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Informatics
Overview
Retailing is a major sector of the Australian economy. Globally, retailing is one of the fastest growth areas for
employment. In recent years, retailers have had to deal with increased levels of competition, the growth of the internet,
new forms of technology and consumers who are looking for better value together with higher quality service. As a
result, retailers require managers with the necessary skills to tackle and meet those challenges.
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The Master of Retail Management equips students with strategies for dealing with issues unique to retail and the
education necessary to succeed in leadership roles within the sector.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a bachelor degree from a recognised institution with an average mark of at least 60%.
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Course Requirements
Candidates are required to complete eight core subjects totalling 48 credit points.
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Course Program
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TBS 922 Management Project* 6
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TBS 945 Retail Management 6

TBS 946 Retail Marketing 6
* Topic to be negotiated with the Graduate Studies Advisor to meet individual students’ development needs and work
environment.
Credit Transfer
Commerce
Upon successful completion of the Master of Retail Management students may apply to enrol in another of the School’s
Other Information
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Master of Science (Logistics)

Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Science (Logistics)
Abbreviation: MSc (Log)
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UOW Course Code: 574_1 (574C, S574C)

Overview
This course is designed to provide professionals working in logistics and operations management, particularly in the
manufacturing, transport, retail and service industries, with the skills to manage the flow of materials and information
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within and between organisations and their business environment. Students will learn how to implement a supply chain
strategy within an organisation and develop skills in forecasting, production and service planning. An emphasis is given
to information technology systems and computer programs as these are increasingly integral to successful supply chain
delivery.
The Master of Science (Logistics) is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport and the Chartered
Institute of Purchasing and Supply.
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Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline, typically in Commerce, Engineering, Mathematics
or IT, from a recognised institution, with an average mark of at least 60%. Applicants who have a Bachelor degree in
other disciplines may be admitted, providing they have completed relevant work experience within the industry or a
demonstrated understanding of the business environment.
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Course Requirements
Candidates are required to complete a total of eight subjects (48 cps) according to the list below.
Course Program
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TBS 912 Quantitative Methods for Decision Making 6
TBS 918 Strategic Supply Chain Management 6
TBS 928 Logistics Systems 6
TBS 930 Operations Management 6
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TBS 933 Procurement and Inventory Management 6

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Credit Transfer
Upon successful completion of the MSc, students may apply to enrol in another of the School’s Masters programs and
apply for credit for previous postgraduate studies. Those graduates who meet the MBA entry requirements may apply
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to enrol in the MBA program, and may be eligible for credit transfer for up to six subjects (36 credit points) towards the
MBA.
Other Information
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Master of Survey Research Methods
Testamur Title of Degree: Master of Survey Research Methods
Abbreviation: MSurvResMethods
Duration: 2 years part-time
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Starting Session(s): Intakes A and C
Location: Sydney
CRICOS Code: N/A
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Overview
The Centre for Statistical and Survey Methodology (CSSM) and the Sydney Business School (SBS) are working together
to improving the quality of survey-based research in Australia by providing development opportunities and encouraging
research into relevant survey research methodologies. A program consisting of a Graduate Certificate and coursework
Masters degree will provide the foundations to the development of high quality professionals in survey methodology and
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research. The program is aimed at improving the quality of social, market and scientific research in Australia by providing
development opportunities for people in government, industry and research centres and encouraging research into
relevant methodologies. The course objective is to provide up-to-date and high quality education in survey methodology
and research and to reinforce the position of CSSM at UOW as the premier centre of excellence in Australia in survey
methodology.

Entry Requirements
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Applicants must have a Bachelor degree from a recognised institution or 5 years relevant industry experience.
Course Requirements
Candidates will be required to complete 48 credit points as follows:
SRMP901 Introduction to Research Design and Analysis for Surveys 6 Lectures/tutorials
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SRMP902 Statistical and Data Collection Methods in Surveys 6 Lectures/tutorials
SRMP903 Survey Methods 6 Lectures/tutorials
SRMP904 Sample Design and Estimation 6 Lectures/tutorials
And 24 credit points from subjects listed below:

SRMP911 Project Management and Development for Surveys 6 Lectures/tutorials
SRMP912 Advanced Sample Design and Analysis 6 Lectures/tutorials
SRMP913 Survey Quality and Measurement 6 Lectures/tutorials
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SRMP990 Minor Project in Survey Research Methods 6 Supervised project

SRMP991 Major Project in Survey Research Methods 12 Supervised project
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Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Diploma in Business Administration
Abbreviation: GDipBA
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Overview
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The Graduate Diploma in Business Administration is available for students who wish to undertake a business
administration program of shorter duration. The Graduate Diploma program is aimed at providing practising managers
with core management competencies and skills. With a strategic focus, the course equips modern managers with
conceptual tools and analytical and evaluation techniques.
Entry Requirements
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Course Requirements
Candidates are required to complete eight (8) subjects (48 credit points) selected from the list of Master of Business
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Administration core subjects as approved by the Graduate Studies Advisor.
Credit Transfer
Upon completion of the Graduate Diploma in Business Administration, students may apply to progress to the Master of
Business Administration (MBA) with credit for previous subjects completed within the Graduate Diploma. Applicants
should consult the Graduate Studies Advisor for further information.

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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Business Administration
Abbreviation: GCertBA
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Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Business Administration is available for students who wish to study the fundamental concepts
of management. This program is aimed at providing practising managers with key management competencies and skills,
including analytical and evaluation techniques.
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Entry Requirements
at www.uow.edu.au/future/international/apply/english for details).
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Course Requirements
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Candidates are required to complete four (4) subjects (24 credit points) selected from the list of Master of Business
Administration core subjects as approved by the Graduate Studies Advisor.

Credit Transfer
Upon completion of the Graduate Certificate in Business Administration students may articulate in to the Graduate
Diploma in Business Administration or Master of Business Administration. Students may also apply for other programs
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and apply for credit for subjects completed under the Graduate Certificate.
Other Information
University of Wollongong Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) students enrolled in faculties other than the Sydney Business
School and the Faculty of Commerce may apply to enrol in this degree concurrently. Candidates must be currently
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enrolled in a Doctor of Philosophy at the University of Wollongong in order to be eligible to apply. For further
information, please contact the Sydney Business School.
Graduate Certificate in Business Coaching

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Business Coaching
Abbreviation: GCertBusCoach
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Location: Sydney
Starting Session(s): Intake A at Sydney campus
UOW Course Code: S1169
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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Business Coaching gives students a foundation in business coaching and the opportunity to
develop their coaching skills.
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Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a relevant professional qualification (minimum 2 years full-time study) along with at least two years
relevant professional work experience.

Course Requirements
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Candidates are required to complete four subjects (24 credit points) selected from the Master of Business Coaching core
subjects, or other subjects as approved by the Graduate Studies Advisor after considering the student’s existing knowledge,
skills and career goals.
Credit Transfer
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Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Business Coaching, students may articulate in to the Master of
Business Coaching with credit for subjects completed under the Graduate Certificate.
Other Information
All applicants will be required to attend an interview conducted by Sydney Business School. For further information,
please contact the Sydney Business School.
Graduate Certificate in Business

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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Business

Abbreviation: GCertBus
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Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Business is a pathway program leading to entry to a number of Master degrees offered by
Sydney Business School. It can be packaged with an offer of admission to the following degrees:

· Master of International Business
· Master of Management
· Master of Project Management
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· Master of Retail Management

· Master of Science (Logistics)
The Graduate Certificate may be suitable for students who do not meet either:
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· The English language requirement for direct entry to a Master degree which requires an IELTS overall score of 6.5.
The Graduate Certificate entry requirement is IELTS 6.0.
or,
· The academic requirements for direct entry into Master degrees. For example, if you have a Bachelor degree but do
not have the required content for direct entry, or have other appropriate combinations of academic qualifications and
relevant professional experience.
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Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised institution. Applicants with other academic
qualifications and/or relevant professional experience (for example two years full-time study along with two years relevant
work experience) may also be considered
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Course Requirements
Candidates are required to complete four (4) 900 level subjects (24 credit points) as approved by the Graduate Studies
Advisor.
Credit Transfer
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Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Business with an average mark of at least 60%, students
may apply to enrol in either the Master of International Business, Master of Management, Master of Project
Management, Master of Retail Management or Master of Science (Logistics) degrees. Students will not be eligible
for credit transfer for subjects completed under the Graduate Certificate in Business pathway program towards their
subsequent Masters degree.
Graduate Certificate in Health Services Research and Development

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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Health Services Research and Development
Abbreviation: GCertHlthServR&D
Location: Sydney
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Starting Session(s): Intake A
CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Health Services Research and Development will equip students with basic skills required to
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understand and conduct health services research. It is designed for experienced professionals who wish to develop their
health research skills in order to operate effectively in an increasingly complex environment. This course is aimed to
suit the needs of a wide variety of careers including those working in: policy, planning and public health units of health
agencies, universities, health research units and centres, clinical units and other sections of the health industry. Graduate
Certificate in Health Services Research and Development students will develop a portfolio of key research competencies
that range from qualitative and quantitative research skills, to health economics and evaluation techniques.
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Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a relevant professional qualification (minimum Bachelor degree from a recognised institution) along
with at least 2 years relevant professional work experience.
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School

Course Requirements
Candidates are required to complete four core subjects (24 credit points) as follows:
Core Subjects Subject Name Credit Points Delivery
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method(s)
TBS975 Health Services Research Design 6 Lectures/tutorials
TBS976 Quantitative Analysis for Health Services Research 6 Lectures/tutorials
TBS977 Health Services Evaluation and Development 6 Lectures/tutorials
TBS978 Health Economics Principles and Research Methods 6 Lectures/tutorials
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Credit Transfer
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Health Services Research and Development, students may
apply to progress to the Master of Health Services - Research with credit for subjects completed under the Graduate
Certificate.
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Graduate Certificate in International Business
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in International Business
Abbreviation: GCertIntBus
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Overview
The Graduate Certificate in International Business provides candidates with the opportunity to study fundamental global
business and management issues. This course has an international business strategy focus.
Entry Requirements

Applicants must have a Bachelor degree or equivalent from a recognised tertiary institution.
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International applicants must also meet the University’s English Language requirements as set out at
www.uow.edu.au/future/international/apply/english
Course Requirements
Candidates are required to complete four subjects (24 credit points) selected from the Master of International Business
course structure as approved by the Graduate Studies Advisor.
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Credit Transfer
Upon completion of the Graduate Certificate in International Business, students may articulate in to the Master of
International Business degree. Candidates should consult the Graduate Studies Advisor for further information.
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Science
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School

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Logistics
Abbreviation: GCertLog
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Minimum Total Credit Points: 24
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Overview
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In the Graduate Certificate in Logistics degree, candidates will study the concepts of logistics and operations management.
This course is designed for professionals and managers working within the logistics and operations management area,
providing students with a foundation of skills required to manage the flow of materials and information within and
between organisations.
The Graduate Certificate in Logistics is accredited by the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport and the
Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.
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Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline, typically in Commerce, Engineering, Mathematics
or IT, from a recognised institution, with an average mark of at least 60%. Applicants who have a Bachelor degree in
other disciplines may be admitted, providing they have completed relevant work experience within the industry, or a
demonstrated understanding of the business environment.
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at www.uow.edu.au/future/international/apply/english for details).
Course Requirements
Candidates are required to complete four (4) subjects (24 credit points) selected from the eight (8) core Master of Science
(MSc) (Logistics) subjects listed below:
Course Program
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TBS 912 Quantitative Methods for Decision Making 6
TBS 918 Strategic Supply Chain Management 6
TBS 928 Logistics Systems 6
TBS 930 Operations Management 6
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TBS 933 Procurement and Inventory Management 6

Credit Transfer
Upon completion of the Graduate Certificate in Logistics, students may apply to progress to the MSc (Logistics) degree
with credit for previous subjects completed within the Graduate Certificate. Candidates should consult the Graduate
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Studies Advisor for further information.

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School

Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Management
Abbreviation: GCertMgmt
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Location: Innovation Campus (Wollongong), Sydney, Batemans Bay, Bega, Loftus, Moss Vale,
Shoalhaven
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Delivery Mode: On campus (Face-to-face) at Innovation Campus (Wollongong), Sydney and Loftus
campuses
Video-conferenced to Batemans Bay, Bega, Moss Vale and Shoalhaven
Intakes A, B, C, D at other campuses
UOW Course Code: 692, SC692, BB692, BE692, LO692, MV692, SH692
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Overview
In the Graduate Certificate in Management, students will study the fundamental concepts of management and
management practice.
Entry Requirements
Education
Applicants must have a relevant tertiary qualification along with at least two years relevant professional work experience.
Those applicants who have five years managerial work experience will be considered for admission.
www.uow.edu.au/future/international
Course Requirements
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Candidates are required to complete four subjects (24 credit points) determined in consultation with the Graduate Studies
Advisor.
Credit Transfer
Upon completion of the Graduate Certificate in Management students may articulate in to the Master of Management

with credit for subjects completed in the Graduate Certificate.
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Graduate Certificate in Project Management
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Project Management
Abbreviation: GCertProjMgmt
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CRICOS Code: 061989M Law
Overview
The Graduate Certificate in Project Management is available for students who wish to study the fundamental principles
of project management and build key skills and competencies in this area. The degree consists of core project management
subjects and the choice of supporting elective subjects across several key business disciplines, selected by students
according to their professional needs.
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Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a relevant tertiary qualification with at least two years relevant professional work experience.
Those applicants who have five years managerial work experience will be considered for admission to the program.
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Course Requirements
Candidates will complete two core subjects (12 credit points) as listed below plus two (2) elective subjects (12 credit
points) from the list below as approved by the Graduate Studies Advisor.
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Course Program
TBS 936 Advanced Project Management 6
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Elective Subjects
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Credit Transfer
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Project Management, students may articulate in to the Master
of Project Management with credit for subjects completed in the Graduate Certificate.
Graduate Certificate in Retail Management

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Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Retail Management

Abbreviation: GCertRetailMgmt
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Overview
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The Graduate Certificate in Retail Management will provide students with skills and competencies specific to the retail
sector in the disciplines of management and marketing. The degree also offers a choice of supporting elective subjects
across several key business disciplines, selected by students according to their professional needs.
Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a relevant tertiary qualification with at least two years relevant professional work experience.
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Those applicants with five years managerial work experience will be considered for admission to the program.
Course Requirements
Candidates are required to complete two core subjects with two elective subjects selected from the list in consultation
with the Graduate Studies Advisor, totalling 24 credit points as listed below:
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Course Program
TBS 945 Retail Management 6
TBS 946 Retail Marketing 6
Elective Subjects
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TBS 922 Management Project* 6

* Topic to be negotiated with the Graduate Studies Advisor to meet individual students’ development needs and work
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environment.

Credit Transfer
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Retail Management, students may articulate in to the Master
of Retail Management with credit for subjects completed in the Graduate Certificate.
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Graduate Certificate in Survey Research Methods
Testamur Title of Degree: Graduate Certificate in Survey Research Methods
Abbreviation: GCertSurvResMethods
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Location: Sydney
Starting Session(s): Intake A and C at Sydney campus
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CRICOS Code: N/A
Overview
The Centre for Statistical and Survey Methodology (CSSM) and the Sydney Business School (SBS) are working together
to improving the quality of survey-based research in Australia by providing development opportunities and encouraging
research into relevant survey research methodologies. A program consisting of a Graduate Certificate and coursework
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Masters degree will provide the foundations to the development of high quality professionals in survey methodology and
research. The program is aimed at improving the quality of social, market and scientific research in Australia by providing
development opportunities for people in government, industry and research centres and encouraging research into
relevant methodologies. The course objective is to provide up-to-date and high quality education in survey methodology
and research and to reinforce the position of CSSM at UoW as the premier centre of excellence in Australia in survey
methodology.
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Entry Requirements
Applicants must have a relevant professional qualification (minimum Bachelor degree from a recognised institution) or 5
years relevant industry experience.
Course Requirements

Candidates are required to complete four core subjects (24 credit points) as follows:
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SRMP901 Introduction to Research Design and Analysis for Surveys 6 Lectures/tutorials
SRMP902 Statistical and Data Collection Methods in Surveys 6 Lectures/tutorials
SRMP903 Survey Methods 6 Lectures/tutorials
SRMP904 Sample Design and Estimation 6 Lectures/tutorials
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Credit Transfer
Upon successful completion of the Graduate Certificate in Survey Research Methods, students may articulate in to the
Master of Survey Research Methods with credit for subjects completed under the Graduate Certificate.
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SUBJECT DESCRIPTIONS Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: SRMP904 provides an
SRMP901 Introduction to Research
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introduction sample design and estimation.. The focus

Studies Design for Surveys is on the practice of statistics, but some theoretical
Intake A Sydney Modular and conceptual underpinning is important. Topics
Credit Points: 6 covered in sample design are: Populations and sampling
Pre-requisites: None frames. Simple Random Sampling, Stratification,
Co-requisites: None Probability Proportional to Size sampling, Cluster
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Subject Description: In this subject students will and Multistage sampling. Topics covered in estimation
examine issues in the design of survey based research, are: Weighting, ratio estimation, postratification and
and then explore the foundations for choosing methods generalised regression.Variance estimation, standard
and techniques in applied survey research. This will errors and confidence intervals. It will involve the use
allow students to demonstrate knowledge of the of the statistical analysis package SPSS and indicate
methodologies underpinning survey based research. the use of other common packages such as SAS.
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Students will develop and extend analytical skills

required for successful research, including statistical SRMP911 Project Management and
design techniques, case studies, ethnography, and surveys, Development for Surveys
as well as ethical issues in survey research and the Intake D Sydney Modular
influence of ethical considerations on survey research Credit Points: 6
methods and methodology. This knowledge will allow Pre-requisites: None
students to demonstrate their expertise in research Co-requisites: None
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methodology, both qualitative and quantitative. Subject Description: SMP911 provides an overview
and details of the issues and approaches involved in project
SRMP902 Statistical and Data Collection
management and development in surveys. The focus
Methods for Surveys is on understanding the practical issues in successfully
Intake B Sydney Modular conducting a survey that meets the needs of the sponsor.
Credit Points: 6 Topics covered in project development are: Consulting
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and communication skills. Finding projects. Preparing

Co-requisites: None and presenting proposal and tenders. Preparing quotes
Subject Description: SRMP902 provides an and Budgeting. Ethical considerations and scientific
introduction to statistical data analysis techniques integrity. Topics covered in project managment are:
and methods for collecting data. The focus is on the Managing and administering large-scale surveys. Data
practice of statistics, but some theoretical and conceptual management. Quality Assurance. Scheduling. Report
underpinning is important. Topics covered in statistical writing and presentation. Preparation of publications.
methods are: data presentation and interpretation; Achieving timetable and budget. Project evaluation.
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probability, binomial and Poisson distributions; Normal

distribution; inference for single samples; comparison SRMP912 Advanced Sample
of two samples; analysis of variance and multiple Design and Analysis
comparisons; linear regression and correlation; analysis Intake B Sydney Modular
of categorical variables and contingency tables, logistic Credit Points: 6
regression and standardisation. It will involve the use of a Pre-requisites: None
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statistical analysis package. Topics covered in data collection Co-requisites: None

methods are: Sample frames. Introduction to sources of Subject Description: SRMP912 develops skills in
error and Total Survey Error. Key aspects of different sample design and survey analysis in more complex
options: face-to-face, telephone, mail, internet and on-line situations. The focus is on the practice of statistics,
methods. Other methods - diaries, administrative records but some theoretical and conceptual underpinning
is important. Topics covered in Advanced Sampling
SRMP903 Survey Methods
methods are: Multiphase, sampling in time - panel
Intake C Sydney Modular
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and longitudinal sampling, sampling rare populations,

Credit Points: 6 multiframe sampling. Current issue in sampling: online
Pre-requisites: None panels, telephone based sampling. Topics covered in
Co-requisites: None analysis of complex survey data are: Accounting for
Subject Description: SRMP903 provides an sample design in analysis of means, totals, regression and
introduction to survey methods. Topics covered in data logistic regression, contingency table analysis. It will
quality are: Sources of error in surveys, Total Survey
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involve the use of a statistical package such as SPSS.

Error. Introduction to measuring and reducing Non-
response and missing data. Imputation. Topics covered SRMP913 Survey Quality and Measurement
in instrument design and testing are: Question wording. Intake C Sydney Modular
Form design principles Cognitive aspect of survey and Credit Points: 6
cognitive testing approaches. Testing and evaluation of Pre-requisites: None
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questionnaires Relationship with data collection mode. Co-requisites: None

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Subject Description: SRMP913 develops skills for

SRMP904 Sample Design and Estimation
tackling issues that affect the quality of survey data. The
Intake D Sydney Modular focus is on the practical aspects of data quality, but some
Credit Points: 6 theoretical and conceptual underpinning is important.

Topics covered in survey quality are: Designing for decisions are made.You will be introduced to the basic
quality. Approaches to measuring and reducing errors concepts of financial decision-making and the role of
due to coverage, non-response, respondent effect, financial management in both private and public sector
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interviewer effects, mode and questionnaire effects. organisations. The concepts and techniques will assist
Topics covered in survey measurement are: Cognitive you in the use and interpretation of accounting data and
and social psychology and communication theories you will become better acquainted with the planning
and their implications for survey measurement. and controlling of resources you have at your disposal.
SRMP990 Minor project in survey TBS 902 Statistics for Decision Making
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research methods Intake A Sydney Modular
Intake A Sydney Modular Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
Intake B Sydney Modular Intake C Sydney Modular
Intake C Sydney Modular Spring Innovation Campus On Campus
Intake D Sydney Modular Credit Points: 6
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Co-requisites: None Exclusions: ECON940
Subject Description: SRMP990 provides experience Subject Description: This unit will provide an in-depth
and develops skills in undertaking a research or introduction to probability, decision theory, and statistical
development project examining an aspect of survey inference with emphasis on solutions to actual business
methods The focus is on the practice of survey methods, problems. After developing a foundation in probability
but some theoretical and conceptual underpinning is theory, the subject will extend this foundation to a set
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important. . The topic of the project will be chosen of methodologies for the analysis of decision problems.
in an area that is related to the student’s interests and The unit examines structures for managerial decision
likely professional development. It can be chosen to be making under conditions of partial information and
relevant to the student’s current or anticipated career uncertainty. The examination of the use of statistical
techniques in managerial decision making processes,
SRMP991 Major project in survey including, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing,
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research methods quality control, simple and multiple regression and factor
Intake A Sydney Modular analysis should be applied in realistic case situations.
Intake B Sydney Modular
TBS 903 Managing People in Organisations
Intake A Loftus Modular
Intake D Sydney Modular
Intake A Sydney Modular

Credit Points: 6
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Co-requisites: None Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
Subject Description: SRMP991 provides experience Autumn Wollongong On Campus
and develops skills in undertaking a substantial research Intake B Sydney Modular
or development project examining an aspect of survey Intake C Sydney Modular
methods The focus is on the practice of survey methods, Spring Innovation Campus On Campus
but some theoretical and conceptual underpinning Credit Points: 6
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is important. The topic of the project will be chosen Pre-requisites: None
in an area that is related to the student’s interests and Co-requisites: None
likely professional development. It can be chosen to be Exclusions: TBS981 Managing in
relevant to the student’s current or anticipated career, Multi-National Companies
TBS 901 Accounting for Managers to ideas about managing people in organisations
Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus which thematically combine theories and research
Intake C Sydney Modular in organisational behaviour and human resource
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Spring Wollongong On Campus management. The subject encourages students to think

Intake D Sydney On Campus about management and organisations in ways which
Intake D Sydney Modular are multi-disciplinary, problem solving and critical. It
Credit Points: 6 encourages intellectual inquiry and debate using a range of
Pre-requisites: None sources: theoretical, journalistic, historical, comparative and
Co-requisites: None quantitative. The subject encourages students to evaluate
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Exclusions: TBS980 popular management fads in the light of more rigorous

Subject Description: This subject is intended for theorising and research. It aims to improve the research,
those who need to obtain a better understanding of the critical thinking, writing and speaking skills of students.
principles of accounting and financial management. No
previous knowledge or experience is assumed. The subject
TBS 904 Marketing Management
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will introduce you to the role that effective financial Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
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management makes within an organisation. The aim is

to make you proficient in the use of the accounting data Intake C Sydney Modular
that you receive in your work environment, as well as Intake C Sydney Modular
making you aware of the basis on which key financial Credit Points: 6

Pre-requisites: None TBS 907 Financial Strategy
Co-requisites: None Intake A Sydney On Campus
Exclusions: MARK922 Intake A Sydney Modular
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Subject Description: This subject examines the Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
contemporary view of marketing and focuses on Intake B Sydney Modular
the following areas: identification of marketing
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opportunities; market segmentation; targeting and
Intake D Batemans Bay Modular
positioning; product life cycle; new product development;
services marketing and marketing mix decisions. Intake D Bega Modular
Commerce
Intake D Loftus Modular

TBS 905 Economic Analysis of Business Intake D Moss Vale Modular
Intake A Sydney Modular Intake D Shoalhaven Modular
Spring Innovation Campus On Campus Intake D Sydney Modular
Credit Points: 6 Pre-requisites: TBS901 or TBS980
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Co-requisites: None Exclusions: FIN 921
Subject Description: This subject aims to introduce Subject Description: This subject provides an
students, and develop their understanding of, core introduction to the theory and practice of financial
economic concepts relevant to business and managerial management. The financial manager plays a key role in the
decision-making, in order that they may identify and development of a company’s strategic plan. In particular
interpret those economic events and circumstances s/he is concerned with providing advice on which
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which influence the operations of business. Commencing investment opportunities should be undertaken and how
with the (microeconomic) examination of the they should be financed. Both of these decisions should
behaviour of individual economic units, the subject be taken in the context of maximising the value of the
develops to provide a view of macroeconomics and investment made in the company by it’s shareholders.
its application to the functioning of the economy Investment of funds in assets determines the size of the
overall. National accounts systems are introduced, and company, it’s profits from operations, it’s business risk and
it’s liquidity. Obtaining the best mix of financing and
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the macroeconomic approach that is relevant to an

open economy of the type in which real businesses dividends determines the company’s financial charges and
operate. It is a course objective to equip students it’s financial risk; which in turn impacts on it’s valuation. It
to be able to read and understand published articles is the aim of this course to examine many of these issues
on business and the broader economy, and interpret
these as to their impact on business and government TBS 908 Supply Chain Management
organisations, and such material will be used in class. Intake A Sydney Modular
Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
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TBS 906 Information Systems for Managers Autumn Wollongong On Campus

Intake B Sydney Modular Intake B Sydney Modular
Intake C Sydney Modular Intake C Sydney Modular
Spring Innovation Campus On Campus Spring Innovation Campus On Campus
Intake D Sydney Modular Spring Wollongong On Campus
Summer 2010/2011 Sydney Modular Intake D Sydney Modular
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Credit Points: 6 Intake D Sydney Modular

Pre-requisites: None Summer 2010/2011 Sydney Modular
Exclusions: BUSS903 Pre-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject provides an Co-requisites: None
understanding of the management of information systems Subject Description: Supply Chain Management
in organisations, in particular, it provides an analysis of extends the study of logistics beyond the boundaries
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the approaches to managing information and knowledge of a single organisation, and places particular emphasis
as well as the techniques for ensuring information on the interfaces between the ‘chain’ or ‘network’ of
quality. Other issues considered are the creation of enterprises engaged in moving products, services, and
strategies to resource and control information flows information, from suppliers through intermediaries
and usage within an organisation; the management of to end users/consumers. The early part of the subject
information system projects and the impact of change focuses on understanding the concepts and principles of
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their implementation has on staff; the use of technology supply chain management. Supply chain infrastructure
and people to improve the quality information services. and operations topics are reviewed giving emphasis
on topics such as JIT, lean, and agile supply chain.
Channel relationships between suppliers, manufacturers,
and distributors is also reviewed, particularly as
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leading organisations are now openly embracing

more collaborative behaviour for mutual benefit.
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Transformational change in supply chains is studied from

two perspectives, i.e., re-alignment inside the supply
chain itself, and new advanced forms of ‘outsourcing’.

Finally, we live in Asia Pacific, so it is important to thinking, technological innovation, the innovation
understand the regionalisation of supply chains which process, theories of innovation, planning innovation,
is well underway, and in some cases, globalisation. strategy and innovation, R & D management, economic
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justification and innovation, new products and processes,
TBS 909 Corporate Governance operations strategy and innovation, process innovation,
Intake A Sydney Modular managing future technologies, public policy and
Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus technological innovation, and globalising change.
Intake B Batemans Bay Modular
Intake B Bega Modular TBS 914 Business in Asia
Commerce
Intake B Loftus Modular Not on offer in 2010
Intake B Moss Vale Modular Credit Points: 6
Intake B Shoalhaven Modular
Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: The core element of the ASIAM
Credit Points: 6
program examines the spectacular growth in the tiger
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economies, and focuses on South Korea, Malaysia, China
Co-requisites: None
and Indonesia. Forms of government, the structure
Subject Description: The broad aim of this subject is
of industry, inward investment, sourcing, trading
to identify, explain and evaluate the sometimes competing
relationships, government/ business relationships and
approaches to corporate governance and business ethics
business style are some of the issues addressed. Students
that have defined the terms of the governance debate,
visit local organisations and meet senior managers.
to assess the role of public policy in designing and
overseeing effective systems of corporate governance TBS 915 Supply Chain Management:
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and to examine the relationship between governance
From Vision to Implementation
issues and business. This will provide students with a
sound understanding of the complex issues that have
Credit Points: 6
to be faced by industry and government in developing
effective, and ethical, corporate governance systems.
Co-requisites: None
TBS 912 Quantitative Methods Subject Description: The main theme of this subject
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is the alignment of supply chains with customers and
for Decision Making suppliers to create new value. The role of 3PLs and 4PLs
Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus is also critically reviewed, and new business models are
Intake B Sydney Modular proposed for managing future supply chains. This subject
Intake D Sydney Modular will introduce the unique ‘alignment’ framework, and

Credit Points: 6 then work through all the components necesssary for
Pre-requisites: None it’s successful operation, from customer segmentation
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Co-requisites: None at the user end, to supplier relationships at the sourcing
Subject Description: This subject focuses on the end. This subject is a ‘must’ for any executive wishing
quantitative techniques available to managers in to be at the vanguard of latest thinking in the design
problem solving and decision making in businesses. and operation/ implementation of high-performance
The subject aims to develop in students the skills supply chains in all goods and services sectors.
necessary for data analysis, model building and analysis
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for business decision-making. To this end the subject TBS 916 Intellectual Capital Development:
covers areas such as decision making under certainty The Asia-Pacific Perspective
and uncertainty, linear programming, transportation Not on offer in 2010
and transhipment techniques, project scheduling with Credit Points: 6
certainty and uncertainty, waiting line models, goal Pre-requisites: None
programming, Analytic Hierarchy Process and simulations. Co-requisites: None
In this subject, the emphasis is given on the analysis and Subject Description: In the Knowledge Economy,
interpretation of the results provided by the models. the generation and exploitation of knowledge plays the
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predominant role in the creation of wealth, and knowledge

TBS 913 Innovation Topics and Cases has become the most important factor in economic
Intake A Batemans Bay Modular growth. At the enterprise level, corporate investment in
Intake A Bega Modular knowledge and related intangibles is growing at a faster
Intake A Loftus Modular rate than tangible investment in all developed economies.
Intake A Moss Vale Modular This unit critically evaluates knowledge strategies at the
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Intake A Shoalhaven Modular national and enterprise level, and confirms elements of
Intake C Sydney Modular effective knowledge management in the Asian context.
Spring Innovation Campus On Campus Firstly, national knowledge-based strategies for economic
Credit Points: 6 growth in Singapore, Korea, Malaysia and Australia will
Pre-requisites: None be examined. Secondly, knowledge strategies adopted by
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Co-requisites: None leading Asian firms (based on Most Admired Knowledge

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Subject Description: This subject covers integration Enterprises - Asia 2003) will be reviewed. Based on the
issues that must be confronted and managed to create analyses, success criteria for knowledge management in
value from technological and business innovation, Asia at national and enterprise levels will be identified
including: initiating innovation and incubating novel

TBS 917 Strategic Negotiation for challenges. The subject therefore intends to build the
International Business students awareness of the complexity and dynamic
Not on offer in 2010 nature of international business, and build their capacity
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Credit Points: 6 to think and respond strategically. Managers capable

Pre-requisites: None of operating effectively in this environment will have
Co-requisites: None truly global skills and will enhance their career prospects
Subject Description: This unit will provide a in todays exciting international business context.
close examination of the dynamics of the process of
negotiation. This will be achieved through an exploration
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of negotiation theory and research and through the Intake B Sydney Modular
practical exercise of various negotiating techniques. Intake C Sydney Modular
This theory into practice approach will encourage Spring Innovation Campus On Campus
students to develop a strategic rather than reactive Credit Points: 6
perspective to the task of reaching an agreement Pre-requisites: None
through negotiation. The unit will also critically Co-requisites: None
Creative Arts
examine the inter-cultural dimensions of negotiation. Subject Description: This subject is theory and case
based and will provide a study of the development
TBS 918 Strategic Supply Chain of strategic decision-making and its application to
Management corporate strategy. The subject consists of three main
Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus sections: strategic analysis, strategic choice and strategy
implementation. However, it is more realistic to consider
these from an integrated point of view and students
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will be strongly encouraged to develop holistic ideas of

Intake D Sydney Modular strategic decision-making, with emphasis on solutions
Credit Points: 6 to actual business challenges. Students should also
Pre-requisites: None realise that much of the strategic thinking that will be
Co-requisites: None covered in this subject is also relevant to not for profit
Subject Description: This subject extends the study organisations. The theme throughout the subject will be
of Supply Chain Management from the introductory
Engineering
to assess strategic capability and determine appropriate

level and examines the development of organisational strategic actions, by developing a sound understanding
strategy in the context of supply chain management. The of the mechanisms behind industry opportunities and
overarching framework around which the course content threats. That is not to say that a purely mechanistic view
is organised is the supply chain management performance/ is appropriate. Creativity, divergent lateral thinking and
capability continuum, which consists of three critical some understanding of risk management are essential
components: operational excellence, supply chain requirements. The ability to find company information and
integration, and collaboration and virtual supply chains. develop a sophisticated understanding of case information
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Also covered is how information systems can be used to are also skills that will be developed to encourage an
bring strategic competitive advantage to supply chains. educated approach to strategic decision-making
TBS 919 Entrepreneurship and Innovation TBS 922 Management Project
in an Asia-Pacific Context Intake A Sydney Modular
Not on offer in 2010 Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
Informatics
Credit Points: 6 Intake B Sydney Modular

Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: TBS981 Managing in
Multi-National Companies Intake D Sydney Modular
Credit Points: 6
TBS 920 International Business Strategy Pre-requisites: None
Intake A Sydney Modular Co-requisites: None
Law
Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus Subject Description: Students are required to

Credit Points: 6 present a management report to agreed guidelines and
Pre-requisites: None to a maximum length of 10,000 words. This project
Co-requisites: None should relate to the students workplace environment
Exclusions: TBS984 and negotiated with the Subject Co-ordinator.
Subject Description: This subject provides a detailed
TBS 923 Contemporary Issues in
Science
introduction to management within an international

business perspective. Business is becoming increasingly International Business
global and firms require managers who understand Intake A Sydney Modular
and can resolve the challenges faced in surviving and Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
succeeding in this competitive, diverse and dynamic Intake C Sydney Modular
Sydney Business
environment. The subject seeks to integrate a range of Spring Innovation Campus On Campus
disciplines including economics, management, global Intake D Sydney Modular
School
finance, marketing, operations management, and socio- Credit Points: 6

cultural and political sciences, into a program focussed Pre-requisites: None
on the application of such disciplines to real business Co-requisites: None

Subject Description: This subject provides a broad It prepares students for logistics management positions
view of currently topical issues in International Business in manufacturing, transportation and distribution firms.
through the study, analysis and discussion of relevant The application of analytical techniques, simulations and
Arts
readings on each issue. The subject’s approach is based computer software to selected aspects of distribution
on initial study of the selected readings, complemented management is explored in the course. Attention will be
by development of theoretical aspects where required, given to areas of network planning, inventory control,
followed by group discussion and analysis of each facility location, vehicle routing and scheduling of logistics
issue. Assessment for the subject will be based on essay systems. Mathematical models in these areas will be
submissions for each issue covered, normally three in discussed in terms of their ability to represent the problem
Commerce
number, as well as a take home final examination. and usefulness to the managers. Cases will be used to
demonstrate the nature of decision making problems
TBS 924 Management Project managers face in logistics and supply chain management
Annual Innovation Campus On Campus in contemporary business and class discussion will take
Annual Sydney On Campus place about the repercussions of alternative decisions.
Credit Points: 12
TBS 930 Operations Management
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Co-requisites: None Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
Subject Description: Students are required to Intake B Sydney Modular
present a management report, to agreed guidelines Intake D Sydney Modular
and to a maximum length of 10,000 words. Credit Points: 6
This project must relate to a student’s chosen Pre-requisites: None
area of specialisation within the MBA. Co-requisites: None
Education
Subject Description: This subject is a study of the
TBS 925 Inventory Management design, analysis, decision-making and operations of
Not on offer in 2010 activities for the production and delivery of goods and
Credit Points: 6 services. Topics include: strategic issues, qualitative and
Pre-requisites: TBS 930 quantitative forecasting, facility location, capacity and
Co-requisites: TBS930 may be completed layout, production planning, scheduling, management
simultaneously with TBS 925.
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of quality, supply chain management and e-business,
Subject Description: This subject aims to provide the just-in-time and lean manufacturing, and project
student with state-of-the-art knowledge of inventory management. Whilst some calculations will be part
management theory and practice. Topics included will of this subject, the emphasis will be more on the
be as follows: materials management; management managerial interpretation of the methods and results.
of storage and retrieval facilities; types of inventory

problems; measuring inventory performance; inventory TBS 933 Procurement and Inventory
management systems for independent demand items; Management
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influence of forecasts and uncertainties of demand Intake A Sydney Modular
and lead time; dependent demand inventory systems; Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
multi-echelon inventory management; decision
models for inventory management; simulation
Credit Points: 6
models of inventory management systems; and case
studies of world-class inventory management
Co-requisites: None
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TBS 927 Process and Change Management Subject Description: Today, the function that used
Not on offer in 2010 to be called purchasing or procurement, has expanded
Credit Points: 6 to become supply management. Supply management
Pre-requisites: None is a progressive approach to managing the supply base
Co-requisites: None that differs from a traditional arm’s length or adversarial
Subject Description: This subject combines the approach with suppliers. This subject looks at the
process reengineering and change management. The expanded responsibility of procurement and its integration Law
topics covered in this context include mass customisation, with long-term strategic corporate planning. Procurement
business process reengineering, and change management now includes participating collaboratively in key material
for process change. Cases are studied to provide a requirements determinations, supply management
unifying theme in terms of organisational change, and warehousing and inventory management. It
supply chain reengineering and integration aspects. focuses on the management of supplier relations and
performance. This subject incorporates all these areas
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TBS 928 Logistics Systems in the development of procurement and supply chain
Intake A Sydney Modular management. Also included are key elements of supply
Intake C Sydney Modular chain inventory management. Also included are key
Spring Innovation Campus On Campus elements of supply chain inventory management.
Credit Points: 6 TBS 934 Logistics Information Systems
Sydney Business
Pre-requisites: None Not on offer in 2010

Co-requisites: None
School
Credit Points: 6
Subject Description: Logistics Systems is an advanced Pre-requisites: None
course in logistics and supply chain management. It Co-requisites: None
involves design and management of supply chain systems. Subject Description: This subject centres on how

information technologies will transform the business and personal capabilities which will enhance their
landscape, with a particular emphasis on logistics and organisations - whether manufacturing, service or ‘not
supply chains. Lectures highlight logistics management for profit’. This subject analyses key issues for Project
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process analysis, value and productivity performance Management, including the definition of a project, impacts
measurement of information technology investments, and on the management of these due to culture, organisational
the impact of ERP and RFID on supply chain strategy. structure, risk management, and leadership influences.
TBS 935 Project Management TBS 945 Retail Management

Intake A Sydney Modular Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
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Autumn Wollongong On Campus Intake C Batemans Bay Modular

Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus Intake C Bega Modular
Intake B Sydney Modular Intake C Loftus Modular
Intake C Sydney Modular Intake C Moss Vale Modular
Spring Wollongong On Campus Intake C Shoalhaven Modular
Spring Innovation Campus On Campus Intake C Sydney Modular
Creative Arts
Intake D Sydney Modular Intake D Sydney Modular

Subject Description: This subject aims to develop Subject Description: This subject examines the
knowledge of various types of projects in current business complex and manifold questions of retail management.
organisations. The students will learn the different stages Internationally known retail companies are used as
Education
involved in the conception and implementation of examples to facilitate an understanding of what is

projects, writing project proposals, carry out feasibility involved in strategic retail management and to present
studies, organising and managing project teams, understand cases of best practice. Key themes covered in this subject
the role of project management in business organisations, include: an overview of strategic retail management;
project planning and scheduling, project finance, situational analysis; targeting customers and gathering
effective information and stakeholder management, information; choosing a store location; managing a
Engineering
contractual arrangements and project supervision. retail business; merchandise management and pricing;
communicating with suppliers and customers and;
TBS 936 Advanced Project Management integrating and controlling the retail strategy.
Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus TBS 946 Retail Marketing
Spring Innovation Campus On Campus Intake A Sydney Modular
Intake D Sydney Modular Intake B Loftus Modular

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Pre-requisites: None Intake B Sydney Modular
Co-requisites: TBS935 Spring Innovation Campus On Campus
Subject Description: This subject builds on the Credit Points: 6
concepts in TBS935 Project Management, with special Pre-requisites: None
emphasis on managing complex and high-risk projects. Co-requisites: None
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The subject will cover topics in advanced project Subject Description: This subject provides a
management including risk management, defining comprehensive introduction to retail marketing. It
and managing complex scope, system definition and has a coherent structure, looking first at the nature of
configuration management, models development, contracts retail marketing, then at the environment, at consumer
and acquisition strategy, quality and value management, behaviour, segmentation and positioning and at the
business case and tender preparation, negotiation and retail marketing mix. More specialist topics are also
conflict resolution, management of time and stress, addressed such as own-label brand marketing, retail
relationship contracting and performance management. promotion and advertising, retail service provision and
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comparative international retail marketing management.

TBS 940 International Project Management
Not on offer in 2010 TBS 950 Quality in Management
Credit Points: 6 Intake A Sydney Modular
Pre-requisites: None Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
Co-requisites: None Intake C Sydney Modular
Science
Subject Description: All sectors of industry, including Spring Innovation Campus On Campus
production or servicing as well as public sector Spring Wollongong On Campus
organisations, are increasingly applying the principles of Credit Points: 6
Project Management. Add to this the international factor Pre-requisites: None
and project management can become challenging. In Co-requisites: None
the ‘global economy’, more educated, demanding and
Sydney Business
Subject Description: This subject addresses the

litigious customers are creating a strong need for flexible quality issues from the supply chain perspective. It
School
and quick response capabilities in organisations, together covers the following topics: the quality imperative
with strong accountability mechanisms. Managers who for the open economy; concepts of quality; quality
are confident in conceiving, planning, implementing and in service and manufacturing organisations; quality
managing international projects are building organisational

control and assurance; quality costs; tools of TQM; with the service encounter, service managers must
quality function deployment; six sigma implementation; blend marketing, technology, people, and information to
principles of Taguchi methods and robust quality; achieve a distinctive competitive advantage. This subject
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international quality assurance standards; HRM will study service management from an integrated
in quality; case studies in quality management. viewpoint with a focus on customer satisfaction. The
material will integrate operations, marketing, strategy,
TBS 951 Statistics for Quality Management information technology and organizational issues.
Not on offer in 2010 Finally, because the service sector is the fastest-growing
Credit Points: 6 sector of the economy, this course is intended to help
Commerce
Pre-requisites: None students discover entrepreneurial opportunities.
Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: TBS902 TBS 955 Quality Assurance
Subject Description: Topics covered in this subject Not on offer in 2010
include quality theory including ‘six sigma’ and the Credit Points: 6
‘seven tools of quality’. This subject has a comprehensive Pre-requisites: TBS950 and TBS952
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approach to statistics to meet the needs of students from Co-requisites: None
diverse backgrounds. The subject provides a theoretical Subject Description: This course provides an
and practical grounding in statistical process quality opportunity for specialised study within the Quality
(SPC). Students will be required to demonstrate their management program, by developing the following
understanding of SPC using real case studies from frameworks of understanding: 1) the terminologies
organisations or companies selected by the student. The and purposes of Quality Assurance; 2) studies of
subject will create a direct link between statistical concepts selected methodologies Quality Assurance; 3) a
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delivered in lectures and real cases in the area of quality case study in quality assurance: 4) preparing an
and a direct link between SPC and regression analysis. organisation for a selected QA accreditation.
TBS 952 Implementing Quality Systems TBS 956 Foundations in Business Studies
Not on offer in 2010 Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
Pre-requisites: TBS950 Spring Innovation Campus On Campus
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Co-requisites: None Intake D Sydney Modular
Subject Description: This subject briefly reviews Credit Points: 6
basic Quality philosophies - with an emphasis on Pre-requisites: None
system, cost, problem solving and people improvement. Co-requisites: None
It concentrates on systems thinking as a key factor in Subject Description: This subject aims to introduce to

understanding and improving quality, the development of students fundamental factors which affect the operations
a learning organisation, and ultimately the achievement of a business. The subject examines the effects of
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of customer loyalty. This subject also reviews the domestic and international environment on a business.
fundamentals of the Quality organisation: ISO 9000, The domestic factors were introduced in an Australian
Six Sigma and other Quality systems that play a role in context and international factors were incorporated
TQM. The course introduces practical Quality systems focusing the world economic system, placing more
(eg: Kaizen, improvement methodologies and QI tools), emphasis on factors which affects the Asia-Pacific region.
Quality Function Deployment (QFD), measure of
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conformance and the prevention of non-conformance. TBS 957 Introduction to Contemporary
The behaviour, commitment, and involvement of Business Practice
people in a Quality organisation are explored, including: Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
team working, the team approach to problem solving, Intake B Sydney Modular
and the roles of management, suppliers, and customers
in a Quality environment. Implementation examples
are provided through a case study that features the Intake D Sydney Modular
identification and improvement of quality systems. Credit Points: 6 Law
TBS 953 Management of Service Quality Co-requisites: None
Not on offer in 2010 Subject Description: This subject aims to give
Credit Points: 6 students an overview of contemporary business
Pre-requisites: TBS950 practices, from the initial choices of what products and
Co-requisites: None services to offer customers, through the management
Science
Subject Description: This subject explores the of operations and supply chain, managing people
dimensions of successful service firms. It prepares and financial resources, within the context of an
students for enlightened management and suggests ethically responsible approach to business.
creative entrepreneurial opportunities. Outstanding
service organizations are managed differently than their
Sydney Business
‘merely good’ competitors. Actions are based on totally

different assumptions about the way success is achieved.
School
The results show not only in terms of conventional

measures of performance but also in the enthusiasm of the
employees and quality of customer satisfaction. Beginning

TBS 961 Business Spanish as facilitation and collaboration. It also encourages
Language and Culture students to think about the ethical considerations
Intake B Sydney Modular involved in the business coaching relationship
Arts
Spring Innovation Campus On Campus TBS 964 Applied Coaching Practice

Intake D Loftus Modular Intake B Sydney Modular
Commerce
Co-requisites: None Subject Description: This subject will outline factors

Subject Description: This subject is intended for affecting the management and development of people
those who wish to acquire knowledge of the Spanish using a coaching methodology in leadership. This
language for use in a practical business context. It has been subject will discuss coaching, mentoring, facilitation
designed for those seeking to build business relationships and training methodologies in order to understand
with Spanish speaking people at a managerial level. differences in approaches and skill requirements.
The language functions and the business vocabulary
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Students will be encouraged to develop, to increase

presented in the course are appropriate to a number personal awareness, to practice, to review, to discuss
of commercial situations. Participants will also study and to propose coaching approaches to situations and
socio/ economic/ political features of a number of key challenges faced with people in a business environment
Spanish speaking countries. The main emphasis of the
course is on mastering basic linguistic skills. Students will TBS 965 Leadership and People
be encouraged to practice speaking in class in pairs or Management
groups (setting up role-plays adapted to topics used in the
Education

lesson). Students will also discover how they best learn Credit Points: 6
a language and will be encouraged to use the relevant Pre-requisites: None
authentic materials and websites provided in class. Co-requisites: None
TBS 962 Business Chinese Subject Description: This subject will enhance
students’ knowledge and understanding of working with
Language and Culture people, focussing on topics such as communication,
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Not on offer in 2010 motivation and leadership. These topics will be discussed
Credit Points: 6 within the framework of business coaching, both
Pre-requisites: None from the point of view of skills which the business
Co-requisites: None coach will use with their clients and their own
Subject Description: This subject is intended for companies, and from the point of view of the analysis
those who wish to acquire a knowledge of Chinese and advice which they may offer clients. Coaching
for use in a practical business context. It has been skills such as observation of people’s behaviour and
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designed for those seeking to build business relationships feedback to peers will be developed in this subject.
with Chinese speaking people at a managerial level.
The language functions and the business vocabulary TBS 966 Business Coaching
presented in the course are appropriate to a number Strategy and Planning
of commercial situations. Participants will also study
socio/ economic/ political features of a number of
Credit Points: 6
Informatics
key Chinese speaking countries. This subject is an

introductory course for beginners. Students are expected
Co-requisites: None
to complete private study to achieve the expected result.
Subject Description: This subject will enhance
Emphasis will be on the practical use of the language,
students’ knowledge and understanding of working with
in terms of speaking, listening and writing. Students
people, focussing on topics such as communication,
are also expected to achieve a better understanding
motivation and leadership. This subject will give
of the social and cultural context of the language.
students an understanding of business strategy and
Law
TBS 963 Introduction to Business Coaching planning, for large and small companies. They will apply
Intake A Sydney Modular their understanding both to clients and to their own
businesses. Students will analyse a range of different
Intake C Loftus Modular
businesses and business environments and explore
Credit Points: 6
strategic choices and decision-making. They will analyse
their own competencies and competitive advantages
Co-requisites: None
Science
and those of their competitors, partners and clients.

enable students to differentiate between coaching, TBS 967 Innovation, Improvement
consultancy, counselling and mentoring, and between
executive, life and business coaching. It introduces
and Change Management
the main topics of leadership, people management, Intake A Sydney Modular
Credit Points: 6
Sydney Business
communication, negotiation, business analysis, business

improvement, change management and project Pre-requisites: None
School
management. It allows students to experience skills Co-requisites: None

to be covered in other subjects of the course, such Subject Description: This subject will help
students to develop an understanding of innovation
and how to manage innovation successfully from

initial idea, through funding, risk management, and TBS 973 Business Development
implementation. Students will learn how to foster a Intake C and D Sydney Modular
creativity of innovation and creativity, using coaching Spring Innovation Campus On Campus
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methodologies such as the use of non-directive Credit Points: 12
questioning to encourage clients to propose their own Pre-requisites: None
solutions. Students will learn to select appropriate tools Co-requisites: None
and techniques of knowledge management and business Subject Description: This subject will stimulate
improvement to use with their clients. Students will students to think about the demanding nature of change
also learn how to identify and overcome resistance management and leadership in any organisation today,
Commerce
to change and how to manage change successfully. while helping them to develop a portfolio of skills in
consultancy, coaching, and mentoring. These skills will
TBS 968 Business Coaching help students in carrying out their research, in their
Research Paper professional lives and in peer support of their fellow
Intake B Sydney Modular students. Students will conduct a project on an agreed
Credit Points: 6 topic and to present their findings to their peers.
Creative Arts
Co-requisites: None TBS 974 Research Development
Subject Description: Students will agree a topic Annual Innovation Campus On Campus
relevant to coaching in their industry and research it. Annual Sydney On Campus
Quantitative and qualitative research methodologies will Credit Points: 24
be discussed as well data analysis and data presentation. Pre-requisites: TBS999
Students will present their research findings to their Co-requisites: None
Education
peers and to academic staff. Ethical considerations Subject Description: Students further refine their
will be discussed throughout the course. Students will research question and approach, possibly undertaking
receive coaching and mentoring throughout their some pilot studies or trials after obtaining the relevant
research, which will enhance their understanding ethical approval. Students may commence their research
of these processes as well as of the research itself. when their refined proposal has been approved by their
supervisor. For the end of Year 2, students must produce
TBS 969 Positive Psychology in Business
Engineering
an updated research proposal, updating their literature
Intake C Sydney Modular review and their methodology, reporting on any data
Spring Innovation Campus On Campus collection and analysis undertaken, and relating it to the
Credit Points: 6 existing literature. They must also include a detailed plan
Pre-requisites: None for the next phase of their research and dissertation.
Co-requisites: None

Subject Description: Applied positive psychology TBS 975 Research Studies Design
is an application of the science of positive psychology, Intake A Sydney Modular
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the emerging science of optimal human functioning. Intake C Sydney Modular
This subject will enhance students’ knowledge, skills Credit Points: 24
and confidence in applying positive psychological Pre-requisites: TBS999
principles to business outcomes in real life settings. Co-requisites: None
Students will gain knowledge and skills in assessment of Subject Description: In this subject students will
positive psychological concepts including strength, goal examine issues in the design of health services research,
Informatics
management, optimism, resilience and psychological and then explore the foundations for choosing methods
capital as they relate to individuals, teams and and techniques in applied health services research.
organisations/ institutions. This subject will require This will allow students to demonstrate knowledge
students to relate concepts and techniques to themselves, of the methodologies underpinning health services
teams and organisations in which they have operated. research. Students will develop and extend analytical
skills required for successful research, including
TBS 972 Current Issues in Business statistical design techniques, the use of relevant
Intake A and B Sydney Modular
Law
software, case studies, ethnography, and surveys, as
Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus well as ethical issues in health services research and
Credit Points: 12 the influence of ethical considerations on research
Pre-requisites: None methods and methodology. This knowledge will allow
Co-requisites: None students to demonstrate their expertise in research
Subject Description: This subject will comprise weekly methodology, both qualitative and quantitative
Science
seminars, some of which will be given by staff and visiting

academics, while others will be given by student research TBS 976 Quantitative Analysis for
clusters on current topics relating to their research areas. Health Service Research
The topics will vary with the research interests of staff, Intake B Sydney Modular
visitors and students. The subject is designed to heighten Intake D Sydney Modular
students awareness of a broad range of contemporary
Sydney Business
Credit Points: 6
business issues, and allow them to situate their own Pre-requisites: None
School
research in this context. It will also provide students with Co-requisites: None
a range of examples of high quality presentations, enabling Subject Description: provides an introduction to
them to appreciate the standard expected. Students will be statistical data analysis techniques. The focus is on the
encouraged to question and give feedback to their peers practice of statistics, but some theoretical and conceptual

underpinning is important. Topics covered are: data exchange and derivatives markets; methods of foreign
presentation and interpretation; probability, binomial exchange risk measurement and management; overview
and Poisson distributions; Normal distribution; inference of international financial markets and instruments;
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for single samples; comparison of two samples; analysis financing of foreign trade and foreign direct investments;
of variance and multiple comparisons; linear regression international working capital management; investment
and correlation; analysis of categorical variables and decision making in an international context, including
contingency tables, logistic regression and standardisation. country risk analysis; international aspects of controlling,
It will involve the use of a statistical analysis package reporting and performance analysis; effects of government
regulation on management decision making.
Commerce
TBS 977 Health Services Evaluation

and Development TBS 981 Managing in Multi-
Intake A Sydney Modular National Companies
Intake B Sydney Modular Intake A Sydney Modular
Intake C Sydney Modular Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
Credit Points: 6 Autumn Innovation Campus Modular
Creative Arts
Pre-requisites: None Intake B Sydney Modular

Co-requisites: None Intake C Sydney Modular
Subject Description: This subject provides an overview Credit Points: 6
of key aspects of the organisation and funding of health Pre-requisites: None
services, some of the core health service research tools Co-requisites: None
and an overview of how to translate research findings Exclusions: TBS903 Managing People in Organisations
into practice. Research tools include measurement of Subject Description: This subject will outline the
Education
health status and determinants of health, health needs factors affecting the management of people in multi-
assessment and gap analysis, health service performance national enterprises, both the international regulatory
measurement and introduction to basic evaluation organisations such as the International Labour
techniques including program evaluation and evaluation Organisation and internal business criteria such as the
designs. Research translation strategies include service effect of different business strategies and environments
planning, service development and service re-design on people management practices. The course will discuss
Engineering
leadership, motivation, communication, performance

TBS 978 Health Economic Principles management, diversity and corporate social responsibility
and Research Methods as practised in multi-nationals, relating academic theory
Intake B Sydney Modular to real world examples. Students will be encouraged
Intake D Sydney Modular to think, to analyse, to discuss, to research, and to
Credit Points: 6 propose solutions to the problems they analyse.
TBS 982 Marketing in a Global Economy
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Co-requisites: None
Subject Description: This subject provides an overview Intake A Sydney Modular
of the health care system and research methodologies Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
commonly used by health economists. Specific topics Intake C Sydney Modular
will include the analysis of health care markets and their Spring Innovation Campus On Campus
special characteristics. Both factor markets (such are Credit Points: 6
Informatics
those for medical doctors and nurses) and goods and Pre-requisites: None
services markets (such as ambulatory and hospital care, Co-requisites: None
pharmaceuticals and health insurance) will be analysed. Subject Description: The objective of this subject is
Considerable attention will be given to economic to provide a background in global marketing and both
evaluation in health care including cost-effectiveness a theoretical and practical perspective to advertising
analysis, cost-utility analysis and cost-benefit analysis. communications and promotion management in a global
economy. Thus, by adopting the perspective of the product
TBS 980 International Financial manager or marketing manager, the subject examines
Law
Management the development and implementation of advertising and

Intake A Sydney Modular promotional programmes to facilitate global marketing
Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
Autumn Innovation Campus Modular TBS 983 International Business
Intake B Sydney Modular Environment
Intake C Sydney Modular Intake A Sydney Modular
Science
Spring Innovation Campus On Campus Intake A Sydney Modular

Intake D Sydney Modular Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus
Pre-requisites: None Intake C Sydney Modular
Co-requisites: None Spring Innovation Campus On Campus
Sydney Business
Exclusions: ACCY905 or FIN 928 or TBS 901 Credit Points: 6

School
Subject Description: This subject introduces students Pre-requisites: None

to financial management in an international context. Co-requisites: None
The topics covered include the following: financial Subject Description: This subject aims to introduce
environment of international corporate activity; foreign to students, and develop their understanding of, those

factors shaping the international economic environment TBS 996 Research Foundations 2:
in which business now operates. The subject examines Research Methodology
the background to globalisation and then three core Not on offer in 2010
Arts
areas of international business. These (trade and trade Credit Points: 12
barriers, international investment and foreign exchange) Pre-requisites: None
will be considered separately and then together in the Co-requisites: None
context of the major international institutions charged Subject Description: This subject will give students an
with promoting trade, investment and monetary stability. understanding of the purpose, philosophy and application
of research, with particular emphasis on research focus,
Commerce
TBS 984 International Business Strategies defining and refining research questions, quantitative and
Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus qualitative methods, the advantages and disadvantages
Intake B Sydney Modular of each and how to choose the appropriate method(s),
Spring Innovation Campus On Campus the use of multi-method approaches, and options for
Intake D Sydney Modular data analysis and presentation. This knowledge will
Credit Points: 6 allow students to demonstrate their expertise in research
Creative Arts
Pre-requisites: None methodology, both qualitative and quantitative.
Co-requisites: None
Exclusions: TBS920 TBS 997 Research Foundations
Subject Description: This subject provides an 1: Literature Review
introduction to management within an international Not on offer in 2010
business perspective. Business is becoming increasingly Credit Points: 12
global and firms require managers who understand Pre-requisites: None
Education
and can resolve the challenges faced in surviving and Co-requisites: None
succeeding in this competitive environment. Greater Subject Description: This subject is designed to
internationalisation of business requires firms to be enable students to become thoroughly familiar with
more competitive, dynamic, and interdependent. the subject in which they intend to specialise, using
Managers must understand the complexities of global all university facilities available. All students will be
cultural, political, economic, organisational, and expected to demonstrate an appreciation for application
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financial forces and recognise how they affect their of knowledge and information to a real business situation.
firm. Management challenges include dealing with Students will be further expected to organise, categorise
the uncertain external environment, handling the and discuss the information and issues relevant to their
increased risk of international operations, and developing research to an exceptionally high level. A key output
appropriate international strategies. Managers capable of the literature will be the identification of a series of
of operating in this environment will have truly research questions which the current literature does not

global skills and will enhance their career prospects adequately address. Students will be expected to select one
in today’s exciting international business context.
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or more of these questions as the focus for their research
TBS 985 Communication for TBS 999 Research Proposal
International Business Not on offer in 2010
Intake A Sydney Modular Credit Points: 24
Autumn Innovation Campus On Campus Pre-requisites: TBS 996, TBS 997
Co-requisites: None
Informatics
Spring Innovation Campus On Campus Subject Description: Students are expected to
Credit Points: 6 produce an 8,000 - 10,000 word research proposal
Pre-requisites: None paper in a structured framework. Students will choose
Co-requisites: None one of the topics they identified as a gap in their first
Exclusions: ELL901 or ELL903 literature review and conduct an in-depth literature
Subject Description: This subject provides opportunity review of this particular topic. They will select and
for students to develop the various communication justify appropriate research methodologies. They will Law
skills essential to academic and in international business develop a research proposal based on their literature
environments. The academic and general literacy skills review and methodology through discussion with their
targeted include efficient gathering, critical analysis peers and supervisors in regular meetings within their
and effective presentation of information, taking clusters. They will present their proposal, incorporating
effective notes, summarising, reporting and avoiding a clear explanation of their rationale, aims and research
plagiarism, while professional communication skills methods and their plan to achieve their research
Science
may include interviewing, and collaborative writing aims to a panel of examiners and the full cohort
of business reports. Supported by web-based resources,
the subject is delivered through intensive workshops,
which involve continual development and assessment
of: vocabulary, reading comprehension, goal setting
Sydney Business
and task analysis, group work, critical discussion,

summarising and reporting, public speaking and text
School
editing. The communications to be practised relate

directly to the other core subjects of the MIB program.

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2010 Postgraduate Handbook i

Course and Subject Information Online....................................................................iv

Course and Subject Information by Faculty

Faculty of Creative Arts ....................................................................................... 55

Faculty of Engineering....................................................................................... 129

Faculty of Health & Behavioural Sciences............................................................ 167

Faculty of Informatics........................................................................................ 233

Faculty of Law................................................................................................... 295

Faculty of Science............................................................................................. 315

Sydney Business School..................................................................................... 337

2010 Postgraduate Handbook iii

More Course and Subject Information Online

Health & Behavioural

For more information on Research in Arts, please see:

2010 Postgraduate Handbook 1

Home Faculty: Faculty of Arts

LIC (Literature, Identity and Culture)

supervision and facilities for the proposed research are available.

Master of Arts - Research

Health & Behavioural

disciplinary or interdisciplinary topic.

2010 Postgraduate Handbook 3

· CAPSTRANS (Centre for Asia Pacific Social Transformation Studies)

1. Entry from a Bachelor of Arts (Pass):

· Asia Pacific Studies

Master of English Literatures

Health & Behavioural

Entry Requirements Law

ENGL903 Research Methods 8 Autumn/Spring

ENGL921 Turning Points: An Introduction to Post-colonial Literary 8 Autumn

2010 Postgraduate Handbook 5

Master of International Studies

Total Credit Points: 48

MIST901 Politics of International Relations 8 Autumn

MIST903 Politics in the South Pacific 8 N/O 2010

MIST999 Advanced Topics in International Studies 8 Autumn/Spring

Master of International Studies Advanced

Total Credit Points: 72

Graduate Diploma in Arts (Japanese)

Health & Behavioural

2010 Postgraduate Handbook 7

Graduate Diploma in Arts (Modern Languages)

Minimum requirement for entry: a degree at Bachelor level.

approved by the Head of the Modern Languages Program.

Health & Behavioural

studies in a language other than English. Students will Credit Points: 8

will develop a critical and analytical stance to research

2010 Postgraduate Handbook 9

the construction and articulation of racial, classed, sexual,

Co-requisites: None ENGL918 Special Topic

Subject Description: Directed reading, research and

that are the first in their field or which have become

Co-requisites: None and Stuart England, looking particularly at the way

Subject Description: This subject looks at the work of

Co-requisites: None within the appropriate cultural structure and historical

Health & Behavioural

Co-requisites: None important examples of modern international diplomatic

terms of their effect on diplomacy include: the sources Co-requisites: None