Research strengths
Our research departments
Monash attracts leading researchers in Information Technology and Computer Science. Driving over 200 social good projects, our researchers enjoy a collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment in which to solve problems and explore the potential for technology to positively disrupt our world.
‘Above world standard’ across every category in Information and Computing Sciences.
State of Australian University Research 2018-19: ERA National Report
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World-leading software engineering and cybersecurity pioneers
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Largest research group of data scientists in the southern hemisphere
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Home to a global top 10 human-centred computing research group
Our research expertise is strategically structured into three departments that align with our areas of focus.
Data Science and AI
With unrivalled capabilities across the field of data science, our researchers are solving real-world problems through the analysis and management of data.
Human-Centred Computing (HCC)
Exploring a future where improved human-computer interactions and visualisation technologies become the pathway to innovation.
Software Systems and Cybersecurity
In a rapidly changing online data ecosphere, we are constantly looking for ways to keep our valuable information organised and secure.
Research themes
Monash is also at the forefront of cross-disciplinary research that applies information technology to address our world’s most pressing challenges.
Digital Health
Applying a multidisciplinary approach to improving healthcare outcomes for all.
Sustainability Informatics
From food to biodiversity, we're using IT to drive sustainability in a range of ways.
News and events
14
May
Until 20 May
12 am
South Wharf
International Conference on Software Engineering 2023
ICSE, the IEEE/ACM International Conference on Software Engineering, is the premier software engineering conference. Since 1975, ICSE provides a forum...
12
Dec
Until 15 Dec
12 am
Melbourne
International School in Artificial Intelligence and its Applications in Computer Science (ISAAC)
Enhancing access to cutting-edge topics in AI and Computer ScienceRated ‘five out of five’ for AI in Australia (ERA National...
16
Nov
Changemakers Series
6 pm
– 7 pm
Melbourne
How can Artificial Intelligence combat Disinformation?
Join us for a Faculty of Law and Faculty of IT collaborative event.Social media use has given rise to many...
02
Nov
12 pm
– 3 pm
Melbourne
TechFutureFest
Previously known as our Innovation Showcase, TechFutureFest is the Faculty’s preeminent annual event showcasing our latest research and innovation. It’s...
11
Oct
10 am
– 1 pm
Practice Analytics Showcase
Harnessing diverse clinical data sets to support practice improvement, reflection, professional development and more!Practice Analytics is an emerging field within...
