MProfStuds in Digital Security Dissertation: COMPSCI 791 A and B Semester 1/2

Structure: This is a compulsory 30-point dissertation course that is offered to Master of Professional Studies in Digital Security students only. You will be enrolled in COMPSCI 791A and COMPSCI 791B in consecutive semesters.

This research opportunity will introduce you to self-directed study in a specialised field of Computer Science. You will work closely with an academic member of staff, and develop your skills and knowledge in the agreed topic area. The form of study undertaken will vary widely, depending upon your chosen topic, which may require careful theoretical investigation or a large implementation.

Assessment: 100% on course assessment - dissertation.

Description: The project consists of supervised independent research or development work on a topic related to Digital Security.

Enrolment: You will need to find a staff member to supervise your project before you are permitted to enrol in this course, and you will also need the permission of the MProfStuds in Digital Security Coordinator. You should upload both email approval from the supervisor and the Digital Security Coordinator to the form found here: Finding Your Supervisor - The University of Auckland

Faculty of Science Postgraduate academic services: For any enrolment or dissertation submission enquires, contact sciencepg@auckland.ac.nz.

How to find a supervisor:

• Check out the staff research interests
• Email your prospective supervisor with the following information:
  • Why you are contacting them
  • A copy of your academic transcript
  • A proposed area of interest
  • Your ID number

Submission: The project dissertation is due at 11:59 pm on the Monday after the last day of lectures in the semester of your enrolment in COMPSCI 791B. Email an electronic copy of your dissertation to your supervisor and Faculty of Science Postgraduate academic services (sciencepg@auckland.ac.nz).

Note: It can take some time to examine your project dissertation. You may not receive your grade in time to attend the upcoming graduation ceremony.

Relevant links:
Academic integrity
Guide to Theses and Dissertations
General Regulations - Masters Degrees
Programme Information and Supplementary Guides
MProfStuds Digital Security Calendar regulations
How to enrol
Finding your supervisor