Introduction to Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) (C3702) (Monash Malaysia)

What makes this course unique?

Blazing trails

A curriculum that meets the global challenge with coverage from big data to security

Globally recognized degree

Accredited by Australian Computer Society (ACS) with global recognition through Seoul Accord

Diverse career paths

A wide array of career possibilities not confined to only IT industries, but practically any industries that uses IT

BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE (HONOURS) C3702

Welcome to the School of Information Technology and congratulations on your offer of a place in the Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours).

Quick Facts

The duration for the course:

= 1 year

= 2 semesters

= 8 units

= 8 units x 6 credit points = 48 credit points

Unless specified, all units are worth of 6 credit points.

1 unit (subject) = 6 credit points

1 semester = 4 units (subjects) = 24 credit points

One year = 2 semesters = 8 units = 48 credit points

Units (subjects) have a code and a name:

e.g. FIT4008 Reading unit

The year of study, 4th year, 5th year etc., is the first digit of each unit code.

PROGRAM EDUCATION OBJECTIVE AND PROGRAM OUTCOMES

Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) program

Monash Graduate Attributes

Monash University prepares its graduates to be:

1. Responsible and effective global citizens who:

a. engage in an internationalised world

b. exhibit cross-cultural competence

c. demonstrate ethical values

2. Critical and creative scholars who:

a. produce innovative solutions to problems

b. apply research skills to a range of challenges

c. communicate perceptively and effectively

Program Education Objectives (PEOs)

The Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) program expects to produce graduates, who are:

1.Competent in the field of computer science.

2.Responsible and effective global citizens

3.Leaders in their chosen profession or society at large

Program Outcomes (POs)

The Bachelor of Computer Science (Honours) program has developed a set of Program Outcomes (POs) for all of its graduates based on the competencies required by the Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA)

PO1 Advanced Computing Knowledge: Apply knowledge of a range of specialised topics in computer science to solve complex research-based computing problems

PO2 Problem Analysis : Identify and analyse advanced complex computing problems reaching substantiated conclusions using fundamental principles of computing sciences

PO3 Research Investigation: Conduct investigations of advanced complex computing problems using research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusion

PO4 Modern tool usage : Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern computing tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex computing problems, with an understanding of the limitations

PO5 Computing Professionalism and Society : Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional practice and solutions to advanced complex computing problems

PO6 Ethics : Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of computing practice

PO7 Communication: Communicate effectively with the computing community about complex computing activities with the computing activities by being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and understand clear instructions

PO8 Lifelong learning : Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent learning for continual development as a computing professional.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS TO GRADUATE

48 credit points must be completed to qualify for the degree ofBachelor of Computer Science with the following conditions:

• Complete 24 points (Coursework) and 24 points (Research)
• Complete and pass General Studies (GS) units of U1
• https://www.monash.edu.my/mih

Please visit this website for information on course structure:

http://www.monash.edu/pubs/handbooks/courses/C3702.html

GENERAL STUDIES

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ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Kindly refer to this link:

https://www.monash.edu.my/student-services/international-students/attendance-requirement

INTERMISSION

Kindly refer to this link : https://www.monash.edu.my/student-services/student-admin/enrol-and-re-enrol/changing-your-enrolment/intermission

Kindly take note if you are an international student, you will also need to obtain approval for intermission from the International Student Pass office by submitting your request to ISP Helpdesk

SPECIAL CONSIDERATION

Kindly refer to this link : https://www.monash.edu/exams/changes/special-consideration

EXAMINATION

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ACADEMIC PROGRESS

For further information regarding the Academic Progress, you can visit the below link: https://www.monash.edu/students/academic-progress

RESULTS

Refer to this link

GRADUATION

Further information pertaining to graduation, please refer to :

https://www.monash.edu.my/student-services/student-admin/graduations

COURSE DISCONTINUATION

If you are planning to discontinue your study, you may wish to discuss with staff of your school Education Management Office or your lecturers. You may wish to consider applying for intermission as an alternative. Should you decide to proceed with course discontinuation, you should be aware of the strict deadlines which apply with regards to discontinuing units and courses and the financial and academic penalties that will be applied.

You can discontinue your course by submitting a Course Discontinuation form

RE-ENROLMENT

• All award students seeking to continue studies in the following academic year need to select units and formally enrol in them in order to be considered “re-enrolled’.
• From October to November every year
• Re-enrolment can be done via the Web Enrolment System (WES). However for Honours student they have to approach Education Management Office for re-enrolment.
• Students will receive bulk email from Student Services
• Avoid financial penalty

STUDENT PORTAL

• my.monash

Login to my.monash to access your email and key study resources, read student news and find out what’s happening on your campus.

https://my.monash.edu.au/

• Web Enrolment System (WES)

View and edit your enrolment details, exam schedules, academic records, apply to graduate and track your application

https://my.monash.edu.au/wes/

• Timetables

Allocate+ is the system where you enter and edit your timetable preferences.

https://www.monash.edu/timetables/allocate

• Moodle

Access your unit materials, participate in discussions, submit assignments and check your grades.

http://moodle.vle.monash.edu/my/

IMPORTANT DATES

Principal Dates for Monash University Malaysia

• https://www.monash.edu.my/student-services/student-admin/semester-principal-dates/principal-dates-for-monash-university-malaysia

Semester Dates Summary

• https://www.monash.edu/students/dates/summary-dates

Dates for WES access

• https://www.monash.edu/enrolments/dates/wes-access

Census dates and teaching periods

• https://www.monash.edu/enrolments/dates/census

IMPORTANT MESSAGES

• Update your current address/contact number on WES. It is the student's responsibility to make sure their correct mailing address is registered. Students may update their address/contact number on the Web Enrolment System (WES) online.

• Check your student email regularly.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO NOW?

Now that you understand your course so it’s time to enrol.

Domestic and International Students to:

* Follow the ‘Let’s Begin’ guidelines

Join the Virtual Orientation

If you have any questions related to the content of the orientation webpage, you may raise them during the school’s virtual orientation day.

Thank you and see you!