•The objectives of this course are to:
•provide postgraduate educational opportunities in specialised fields of applied science by means of a program that involves either an original contribution to knowledge or an original application of existing knowledge
•provide education in research methods
•enable graduates employed in industry to undertake further education by a combination of coursework, research and thesis
•expand the involvement of students employed in industrial organisations and external agencies in undertaking relatively short-duration applied research or investigation.
Students can undertake an approved project in any area of interest supported by a research area or school within the Faculty of Science. Please note that these areas of research specialisation are only a guide. Staff are happy to discuss study choices directly with students.
QUT staff will provide every form of assistance possible, but it is ultimately your responsibility to ensure the accuracy and validity of your enrolment. Your Course Summary is the authoritative source on which units to complete and the order of progression required to get you to graduation.
Make sure you provide an accurate mailing address for University correspondence and keep it up to date. Failure to receive a notice because of change of address is not a sufficient excuse for missing a deadline or obligation. The University will deem that correspondence issued to your recorded mailing address has been received.
You must activate your QUT student email as it will be used for a range of correspondence and notification by the University including Library notices and fee statements.
It is important to be aware of all Student Rules and administrative dates to avoid any financial or academic penalties.Policy and procedures on enrolment
The Gardens Point campus is located on the Brisbane River in the city centre, next to the Botanic Gardens and Parliament House. It is within easy walking distance to shops, restaurants, theatres, galleries, and public transport including buses, trains and ferries.