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UNSW PhD or Masters by Research theses can be located via UNSWorks . For honours theses, contact the UNSW faculty, school or the author directly.
For more information on rights of use and removing material in UNSWorks see Copyright - UNSWorks .
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Australian theses.
To find Australian theses, search via:
Library collection To find UNSW Library’s collection of Australian and international theses in print, search Library collection for a title or keywords. Refine your results by selecting Refine my results > Resource types > Dissertations in the column on the left.
Trove - Australian print and digital theses Trove includes theses at all levels, including PhD, masters and honours. To limit your search to Australian theses only, use Trove - Research & Reports search. Tick the Australian content box. Next to Format - select Thesis from the drop-down list.
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DART-Europe e-theses portal DART-Europe is a partnership of research libraries and library consortia working to improve global access to European research theses.
EBSCO open dissertations Includes the content from American Doctoral Dissertations in addition to theses and dissertations from around the world. Coverage from 1955.
Open access theses and dissertations OATD provides access to open access graduate theses from over 1100 colleges, universities, and research institutions.
Theses Canada Theses and dissertations in the Library and Archives Canada (LAC) collection.
Web of Science The Web of Science ProQuest Dissertations & Theses collection provides access to the citation information of theses form around the world. To search for thesis citations, change the search from Web of Science Core Collection to ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Citation Index .
Non-UNSW theses
To obtain a thesis that is not available via the resources listed above, contact the library of the holding/publishing institution directly. Conditions of access to a thesis are determined by the author and holding library, and is outside the control of UNSW Library.
Depositing your thesis
How to deposit your UNSW thesis.
Research Thesis Projects (Chemical Engineering)
Enrolment options.
This page provides instruction and support for students seeking a supervisor for Research Thesis Projects in the School of Chemical Engineering. The enrollment key for the students is co3shyh . Further information is given on the School of Chemical Engineering Thesis information page .
Staff should contact Peter Neal ( [email protected] ) for information on how to register as a project supervisor.
Project Supervisor
Teaching assistant, telt admin - former manager.
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Are you a research student.
If you are a Research graduate, you must deposit 2 digital copies of the final, University-approved version of your thesis to UNSWorks before your graduation documents can be released.
If you have not successfully deposited your thesis to UNSWorks at least 2 weeks prior to your graduation ceremony, you may be handed a blank folder when you cross the stage.
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ANOMALY DETECTION USING MACHINE LEARNING FORINTRUSION DETECTION
This thesis examines machine learning approaches for anomaly detection in network security, particularly focusing on intrusion detection using TCP and UDP protocols. It uses logistic regression models to effectively distinguish between normal and abnormal network actions, demonstrating a strong ability to detect possible security concerns. The study uses the UNSW-NB15 dataset for model validation, allowing a thorough evaluation of the models' capacity to detect anomalies in real-world network scenarios. The UNSW-NB15 dataset is a comprehensive network attack dataset frequently used in research to evaluate intrusion detection systems and anomaly detection algorithms because of its realistic attack scenarios and various network activities.
Further investigation is carried out using a Multi-Task Neural Network built for binary and multi-class classification tasks. This method allows for the in-depth study of network data, making it easier to identify potential threats. The model is fine-tuned during successive training epochs, focusing on validation measures to ensure its generalizability. The thesis also applied early stopping mechanisms to enhance the ML model, which helps optimize the training process, reduces the risk of overfitting, and improves the model's performance on new, unseen data.
This thesis also uses blockchain technology to track model performance indicators, a novel strategy that improves data integrity and reliability. This blockchain-based logging system keeps an immutable record of the models' performance over time, which helps to build a transparent and verifiable anomaly detection framework.
In summation, this research enhances Machine Learning approaches for network anomaly detection. It proposes scalable and effective approaches for early detection and mitigation of network intrusions, ultimately improving the security posture of network systems.
Degree Type
- Master of Science
- Computer and Information Technology
Campus location
- West Lafayette
Advisor/Supervisor/Committee Chair
Additional committee member 2, additional committee member 3, usage metrics.
- Machine learning not elsewhere classified
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Postgraduate thesis
Postgraduate students are required to complete an advanced postgraduate thesis research project. This project involves an independent investigation at an advanced level and may include research, design, feasibility or other analysis. It involves integration of knowledge and evaluation across a range of topics in the area of specialisation. For most students, this is the most significant single piece of work in their university career and should be an intellectually engaging and an enjoyable experience.
Select your school to find more information regarding your advanced thesis research project. For any further questions, please contact your Postgraduate Thesis/Project Coordinator .
UNSW Master of Engineering Science Thesis Requirements
Masters Thesis C is only available to high achieving students with prior written school approval. As part of the UNSW Master of Engineering Science program, there’s a thesis requirement that needs to be met before graduation. This includes the following courses:
- Masters Thesis C (12 UoC)
- Masters Project (Half Time) BIOM9020 (6 UoC) + Masters Project (Half Time) BIOM9021 (6uoc) completed over two terms.
- Engineering Postgraduate Coursework Research Skills (6 UoC). Students may also substitute this course if they have advanced standing for their undergraduate research project for Launching a Startup (6 UoC) or Entrepreneurial Engineering (6 UoC).
If you’ve completed a thesis in your undergraduate studies or in a previous Master’s degree, you may be exempt from a Master’s Thesis C. If this is the case, the 12 UoC can instead be replaced by more courses from Biomedical Engineering Electives.
To receive an exemption, you must provide a request in writing and a copy of your undergraduate academic transcript as evidence of a completed undergraduate research project.
UNSW Master of Biomedical Engineering Thesis Requirements
As part of the UNSW Master of Biomedical Engineering program completing a thesis project is optional. Students can elect to undertake Thesis C (12 UoC). There are two ways of undertaking thesis:
- Masters Project (BIOM9914) - 12 UoC completed in one term, or
- Masters Project (Half Time) BIOM9020 (6 UoC) + Masters Project (Half Time) BIOM9021 (6 UoC completed over two terms.
How to apply
To enrol in one of the masters project courses, you must first nominate a supervisor and project. The instructions to view the projects are as follows:
- Go the Moodle course Selection of Biomedical Thesis Project.
- Self-enrol as a student using the key Student50
- The projects are listed under Thesis Database
- Contact the supervisor directly if you have any questions
- When you are ready to apply, follow the instructions for applying for the masters’ project.
Postgraduate students are required to complete 24 UOC of research coursework. This consists of 6 UOC of Engineering Postgraduate Research Skills and 18 UOC of Advanced Research Thesis .
Engineering Postgraduate Research Skills (GSOE9010 or GSOE9011)
You must take Engineering Postgraduate Research Skills before commencing Advanced Research Thesis A. You can choose either GSOE9010 or GSOE9011 . Both courses are worth 6 UOC. The main difference between the two courses is that GSOE9011 is offered completely online.
Advanced Research Thesis (CEIC9951/2/3)
Advanced Research Thesis consist of three courses worth 6 UOC each – CEIC9951 Advanced Research Thesis A, CEIC9952 Advanced Research Thesis B & CEIC9953 Advanced Research Thesis C. Postgraduate students may commence Advanced Research Thesis once they are in their second or later term at UNSW and have completed one of the Engineering Postgraduate Research Skills courses.
You must identify a supervisor and project prior to commencing CEIC4951 or CEIC9951. To find out more about Research Thesis courses, the projects available and how to find a supervisor, please join the Research Thesis Projects page on Moodle (enrolment key co3shyh).
- These courses are normally taken over three consecutive terms. However, students that make excellent progress in Thesis A, may be allowed to take Thesis B and Thesis C in the same term.
- High performing students may be permitted to take CEIC9005 in lieu of the regular Advanced Research Thesis courses. Contact the course coordinator for more information.
UNSW Master of Engineering Science students who have not completed a recognised thesis in their undergraduate studies or further postgraduate studies are required to complete the following courses:
- Masters Project A (CVEN9451)*
- Masters Project B (CVEN9452)
- Masters Project C (CVEN9453)
If you’re unsure if you have completed a thesis, or if the school is not aware that you have, please contact us so, an assessment can be made.
UNSW Master of Engineering (8621) students are required to complete a thesis as part of their program. You must complete one of the following options to meet this requirement:
- Masters Practice Project A (CVEN9050) and Masters Practice Project B (CVEN9051)
- (Masters Project A (CVEN9451)* and Masters Project B (CVEN9452) and Masters Project C (CVEN9453)
*Enrolment in a Master’s Project A (CVEN9451) requires finding a topic and supervisor within the school. Please refer to the Student Intranet for the list of topics and supervisors, as well as the Topic Nomination Form. This form will need to be submitted to the Student Intranet in order to be registered in the course.
As part of the UNSW Master of Information Technology requirements, eligible students may undertake a research project. Students can complete COMP9900 or 12-18 UoC through a combination of COMP9991 and either COMP9992 or COMP9993 .
This information is intended for all postgraduate students who will start Part A in the forthcoming term. Please follow the steps shown below:
Step 1 : Go to: Moodle . Enrol yourself as a student on the EET School Thesis/Project. Use self-enrolment key: EETTPstudent
Step 2 : Login to Moodle portal : ‘EET School Thesis/Project’. The portal is set up to help students find a supervisor and a thesis/project topic to work on. You can view the research profiles of prospective supervisors and topics by clicking on the ‘Research Topics’ icon.
The topics list is only indicative and may not show all the topics available. Supervisors may have other new topics in mind, or you may want to propose your own topic that matches the supervisor’ interests and expertise.
Once you’ve found a supervisor with a topic that suits your interests, you’re required to contact this person to discuss your intention. If you both agree to team up, ask the supervisor to email you to confirm approval of the topic title. You can then proceed to register.
Note: registration must be done as soon as approval is granted (within 1 week). Supervisors have the right to void late registrations.
Step 3 : From the home page, click the ‘Registration’ icon and then click ‘Select Supervisor.’ Find your supervisor name and click the action box to become a member.
Step 4 : From the home page, click the ‘Registration’ icon then click ‘Register Topic,’ ‘Add Entry’ and enter your details and topic title.
Step 5 : You must enrol in the appropriate thesis/project course code on myUNSW. Your program determines which project code students should enrol into.
Enrolment Guide
If you are an 8338 postgraduate student, you can take either option for Thesis. Postgraduate students in 8621 are required to take Research Thesis part of their program of study.
If taking a Practice Thesis (group project), you must enrol in Thesis A (MMAN9001) and Thesis B (MMAN9002) .
If taking a Research Thesis (individual project), enrol in Research Thesis A (MMAN9451) , Research Thesis B (MMAN9452) and Research Thesis C (MMAN9453) .
For Research thesis, you will first need to find a supervisor and get their approval. An approved application is required to undertake Research and to gain permission to enrol. The deadline to enrol in MMAN4951/MMAN9451 is Friday Week 1, but get in early to get the project and supervisor you want.
You can find more information by visiting the Mech Eng Thesis Selection page.
Research Thesis
Research Thesis is a compulsory pathway in the Mining Engineering (Hons) degree and an optional pathway for high WAM students doing Petroluem Engineering. This thesis allows a student to work closely with a particular supervisor, learn particular skills – like programming or laboratory work, conduct research and write up their findings. To take this stream, you will need to first enrol in MERE4951 Research Thesis A.
MERE4951 Research Thesis A
In this course you will be required to find a supervisor and topic to work on. You can find a list of our research strengths here:
https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/minerals-and-energy-resources-engineering/research
You can also find an individual academic and ask them about topics that they work on. Academics from our school are available here:
https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/minerals-and-energy-resources-engineering/about-us/our-people
Once you enrol, make sure you have access to the Microsoft Team (the link is on the Moodle page), which is filled with information and has active forums for asking questions:
MERE4952 & MERE9453 Research Thesis B & C
These two units (4UoC each) can be taken in the same term or separately. Thesis B involves submitting a video/audio reflection of the work so far and an interim report. Thesis C involves writing your thesis and recording and submitting a scientific presentation of your results.
All Postgrad thesis students can find a list of thesis topics will be posted on the Thesis A Moodle site . The student key to access the site will be sent out by the thesis co-ordinator to all students who will be taking thesis the following term. You should review the list and discuss the topics with the relevant supervisor to get an idea of what it entails. Students must include in their email to the supervisor, their CV and a cover letter explaining their topic interests and relevant background.
Once both the supervisor and student have agreed on the topic, a Thesis Nomination Form should be completed. This is submitted to the Thesis Coordinator and uploaded to the SOLA9451 Moodle site prior to the student commencing work on their topic. All students must have chosen a supervisor by 9am Monday week 1 of term.
You can develop your own thesis topic, if you can find a supervisor from within the School. This will require you to attach a one page description of the thesis topic and signed by the supervisor to the Thesis Nomination Form.
The School also encourages students who wish to do an industry-led thesis topic. In this case the mentor from industry would be the student’s co-supervisor, however an academic staff member from the School must act as the supervisor of the thesis.
For an industry-led thesis, you must obtain approval from an academic of the School to supervise the topic. You should submit a signed letter from the industry representative and academic supervisor with a brief outline of the project with a Thesis Nomination Form.
All information needed for the deliverables of thesis A can be found in the course outline which is available on the SOLA9451 Moodle site.
Each supervisor has a prescribed limit for how many students they are accepting. A table will be posted noting how many students each supervisor will take and how many students they have so far. Once a supervisor reaches their limit please look for someone else. You are not guaranteed a project with a supervisor unless you have a signed form.
- Schedule your appointment with your supervisor
- Get your thesis nomination form signed by your supervisor
Postgraduate thesis FAQs
Depending on the thesis course you take, your topic may be provided to you or you will need to develop one.
If you need to develop one, most schools have a website that lists available topics and the staff willing to supervise those topics. You may wish to select a topic based on areas of engineering interest, extracurricular interests (such as the ChallENG Projects ), or preference for working with a particular academic in your field. You can even come up with your own in consultation with your thesis supervisor. Take a look!
The process is different for each school, so review the information above.
If you still have questions, contact your school’s Postgraduate Thesis Coordinator.
Projects based on current employment are highly encouraged. They must meet the requirements of advanced independent study and you must arrange a UNSW academic as (co-)supervisor. Finally, work-based projects must be approved by the Thesis Coordinator prior to enrolment.
Most schools have a Moodle, intranet, or web page with detailed information about their thesis program. That should be your next port of call – check your school’s section above for access instructions.
Schools often run information sessions during the year. These will be advertised via email, on social media and/or during class. Keep an eye out for these events.
The Undergraduate Thesis page has further answers to frequently asked thesis questions.
If you have questions related to enrolment or progression, contact the Nucleus.
Finally, each school has a Thesis Coordinator who can answer specific questions related to your personal circumstances.
COMMENTS
UNSW Engineering students are required to complete an undergraduate thesis project during the 4th year of their study. Students can choose from a variety of projects, with research and industry thesis options available. The standard thesis is 4 UoC (Unit of Credit) per term starting T1, T2 or T3. You'll enrol Thesis A, Thesis B and Thesis C ...
By default, students must ordinarily take Thesis A, Thesis B and Thesis C in consecutive terms. Thesis A is therefore the first course you have to undertake for the completion of the Research Thesis and can be started in any of the three terms. Thesis A is a prerequisite for Thesis B, and Thesis B is a prerequisite for Thesis.
There is one assessment item in Thesis A: the "Interim Report and Project Plan". The "Interim Report and Project Plan" is a written document which must include: A literature review or equivalent. Problem statement, hypothesis and aims. Project planning: proposed method & possible solutions, thesis timeline.
Non-UNSW theses. To obtain a thesis that is not available via the resources listed above, contact the library of the holding/publishing institution directly. Conditions of access to a thesis are determined by the author and holding library, and is outside the control of UNSW Library. Depositing your thesis. How to deposit your UNSW thesis.
Each student is guided by a supervisor, but successfully planning, executing and reporting on the project is the sole responsibility of each student. Thesis A does not require the submission of a thesis document. A satisfactory grade in this course is provisional pending successful completion of MMAN4020. A nominal 1 HPW has been allocated for ...
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Thesis proposal title; Date; Statement of Topic. Introduce the reader to the recognised general subject area and how your topic is related. Briefly point out why it is a significant topic and what contribution your work will make. ... UNSW Sydney NSW 2052 Australia | Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Education & Student Experience. UNSW CRICOS Provider ...
Catalogue entry for UNSW on line handbook. Entries include Courses Program Plans, Specialisations, Faculties and Schools ... Thesis Part A (Software Engineering) Handbook 2016. MyUNSW; Class Timetable; eLearning; Library; Contacts. Faculty Directory; Program Authority Directory; Student Central; Key Contacts - Kensington, Paddington, Canberra ...
Since this thesis is going to be at the top, it technically becomes Thesis A, but you might think of a way around having to re-label the other sample texts.** ... UNSW Sydney NSW 2052 Australia | Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Education & Student Experience. UNSW CRICOS Provider Code: 00098G | TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12055 (Australian University) | ABN ...
Thesis Structure. This page outlines the stages of an honours thesis and provides links to other pages that will give you more information and some examples from past theses. Abstract: Write this last. It is an overview of your whole thesis, and is between 200-300 words.
REGULATIONS FOR THESIS PREPARATION. All text should be double spaced on A4 paper (210 mm x 297 mm). Body text should be non-bold 12 point in size using a professional font, such as arial, arial narrow, courier, georgia, optima, sommet, times new roman or verdana. Titles and sub-titles may be larger than. 12 point and in bold, underlined and/or ...
Research Thesis Projects (Chemical Engineering) This page provides instruction and support for students seeking a supervisor for Research Thesis Projects in the School of Chemical Engineering. The enrollment key for the students is co3shyh. Further information is given on the School of Chemical Engineering Thesis information page.
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Research Thesis A. Academic staff, sometimes together with some senior engineers from industry, act as supervisors to students undertaking Thesis work. Support is also provided by the workshop and laboratory staff. For any project-related issues, contact your thesis supervisor directly.
THESIS-T1. At the tutorial, we will run through some of the strategies described in the tutorial, demonstrate searches on the databases, and take questions. Week 4: 6 March - 10 March. Online Activity. Complete the Check-in Questionnaire, available on Teams, by Monday Week 5 11:59pm. Week 7: 27 March - 31 March.
If you are a Research graduate, you must deposit 2 digital copies of the final, University-approved version of your thesis to UNSWorks before your graduation documents can be released. ... UNSW Sydney NSW 2052 Australia | Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Education & Student Experience. UNSW CRICOS Provider Code: 00098G | TEQSA Provider ID: PRV12055 ...
This thesis examines machine learning approaches for anomaly detection in network security, particularly focusing on intrusion detection using TCP and UDP protocols. It uses logistic regression models to effectively distinguish between normal and abnormal network actions, demonstrating a strong ability to detect possible security concerns. The study uses the UNSW-NB15 dataset for model ...
• UNSW Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Credit points This is a 6 unit-of-credit (UoC) course and involves a variable number of hours per week ... Thesis (Practice) allows each student to work under the guidance of the course convenor and Mentors. The nominated Project involves research-based investigations, industrial
Thesis examination is a core assessment required in all higher degree research (HDR) programs. This procedure outlines the processes for preparation, submission and examination of the thesis component of all HDR programs. It also includes the roles and responsibilities of higher degree research (HDR) candidates, supervisors, Postgraduate ...
The Thesis course can be started in any term and is generally completed in the final three terms of the degree. For information on available projects and the enrolment process, please see our Sharepoint site, or contact Professor Tracie Barber. Explore UNSW School of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering.
UNSW School of Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering. If you are an 8338 postgraduate student, you can take either option for Thesis. Postgraduate students in 8621 are required to take Research Thesis part of their program of study. If taking a Practice Thesis (group project), you must enrol in Thesis A (MMAN9001) and Thesis B (MMAN9002).