S7P Master of Applied Science as at 14th May, 2002
Master of Applied Science
Abbreviation: MAppSc
Course code: S7P
Course contact (faculty or school) (03) 6226 2125
Introductory comments
The Master of Applied Science is a four semester full-time or eight semester part time
course offered on the Hobart and Launceston campuses by most Schools of the Faculty of
Science & Engineering. While the course for full-time students is the equivalent of four
semesters, students with an acceptable science background may be able to complete the
course in three semesters over one calendar year.
Admission & prerequisites
A bachelor degree in Science or Applied Science at the University of Tasmania or an
equivalent award from another university or tertiary institution.
Entry points
To recognise the variety of science and non-science tertiary education backgrounds of
applicants, the course has the following three entrance points:
•
Advanced Component – applicants who have completed a suitable three year degree
with a major in the area of study of application in the MAppSc, for example a
student with a BSc majoring in mathematics who wishes to study mathematics in the
MAppSc;
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Consolidation Component – applicants who have completed a suitable three year
degree with a major in a different area of study to that proposed in the MAppSc, for
example a student with a BSc majoring in mathematics who wishes to study
computer science in the MAppSc; and
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Bridging – all other applicants admitted to the course.
Course objectives
The course aims to:
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provide students with opportunities to acquire knowledge, attitudes and skills in a
range of basic physical, computational, mathematical, earth and life sciences;
•
provide graduates with advanced knowledge in one science discipline; and
•
meet the needs of industry, business and government agencies.
Career outcomes
Graduates of the Master of Applied Science will find employment opportunities in their
areas of specialisation. These opportunities are similar to those listed under the career
outcomes sections of the Bachelor of Science (including Honours).
Professional recognition
Depending on the area of specialisation, graduates may be eligible for membership of a
number of professional organisations.
Course structure
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The structure of the MAppSc is necessarily flexible to cater for the varied backgrounds of
students entering the course. An individual program of study will be agreed between each
student and the Dean or representative of the Dean upon entry to the course. Successful
applicants to the course are asked to contact the Faculty of Science & Engineering on (03)
6226 2845 to discuss enrolment codes.
The MAppSc comprises four components:
1.
A three to six week bridging component (0% weight) in research training,
computing, mathematics and any other required disciplines;
2.
A one semester consolidation component comprising 50% of undergraduate
units with no level 1 units permitted and a maximum of 25% at level 2;
3.
4.
A 100% (two semesters) advanced component comprising 75% honours and
third level units, and a 25% project. The coursework units will include a
minimum of 25% Honours level units. The project will normally be spread
over the two semesters to allow the completion of 37.5% coursework in each
semester. On approval of the relevant Head of School, the 25% project may be
replaced with a further 25% coursework at Honours level; and
A 50% thesis.
Exit points
Students who satisfactorily complete the coursework components of the course (up to and
including the advanced component) shall be eligible for the award of the Graduate
Diploma of Applied Science.
Areas of specialisation
Agricultural Science
Agricultural Science
Horticultural Science
Microbiology
Sustainable Resource Management
Chemistry
Chemistry
Computing
Computing
Earth Sciences
Earth Sciences
Geography & Environmental Studies
Geography
Environmental Studies
Remote Sensing and GIS
Mathematics & Physics
Mathematics and Physics
Plant Science
Plant Science
Psychology
Behavioural Science
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Articulation
There is no articulation with other courses.
Note: The following information is NOT included in the printed edition of the Course and
Unit Handbook
Contact
Hobart: Nicole Oliveiraph 6226 2845 fax 6226 7809
<Nicole.Oliveira@utas.edu.au>Nicole.Oliveira
Additional Information
The following information answers some frequently asked questions.
Note, however, details should be confirmed with the appropriate authority
Responsible faculty or school | Faculty of Science and Engineering
Campus(es) offered | Hobart | Launceston
Mode of delivery | Full time | Part time
Course duration | 1.5 years minimum (3 semesters) | 4 years maximum (8 semesters)
Majors and Specialisations | Hobart specialisations: agricultural science, horticultural
science, microbiology, sustainable resource management, chemistry, computing, earth
sciences, geography, environmental studies, remote sensing and GIS, mathematics and
physics, plant science, behavioural science | Launceston specialisations: computing
Costs (course fees only – annual) | HECS: NO | Australian residents:
$9,400 | International students: $13,500
Students enrolled in this course | Total students enrolled this year: 1 | International
students this year: 1
Approximate student-staff contact hours | contact hours vary according to specialisation
and units being studied. 26 hrs
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