This unit provides the option of either an industry-based internship or an internally supervised research project as a major project experience for students in the Masters program.
An internally supervised project may comprise literature research, a case study, a software project development, or a project sponsored by the candidate's employer. Candidates are expected to demonstrate initiative and independence in researching, executing and documenting an involved information and communications technology project as well as its ethical implications.
The industry-based internship helps students gain experience in industry. Students work with both industry and academic supervisors to complete a major project or a few smaller projects in situ. Project topics will be agreed between the university, the student and the industry partner. Candidates may complete the project work at the industry partner's location or their own place of employment, subject to University approval. Assessment will be based on a combination of written reports and presentations. This unit provides an opportunity for students to complete an internship working part-time over the course of a semester.