The Master of Information Technology equips you with an extensive understanding of smart and emerging technologies amid Industry 4.0. The course expands your knowledge of data and programming, networks and security, cloud computing and artificial intelligence, helping you advance your career in the ICT industry.

Upon graduating, you will have the ability to plan, design, lead and verify innovative IT solutions to solve complex problems. The course will expose you to the myriad of software and ICT infrastructure used within the industry to roll out IT solutions, including cloud architecture and cybersecurity platforms. In doing so, your studies will position you to effectively lead and guide IT teams and manage large-scale projects end to end.

This course has been co-developed with industry-leading ICT practitioners and academics, and is structured to align with the guidelines of the Australian Computer Society.

For a Master of Information Technology, complete nine core subjects (including ITW601) and two elective subjects.

Each subject involves 10 hours of study per week, comprising three hours of facilitated study and seven hours of self-directed study.

• Year 1

• Year 2

• Electives

Year 1:

Requirements

Complete eight core subjects.

Core subjects

• Principles of Programming | MIS501

• Secure by Design | SBD403

• Software Engineering Principles | SEP401

• Software Development Management | SDM404

• Systems Analysis and Design | MIS605

• Cloud Computing Fundamentals | CCF501

• Intelligence Systems | ISY503

• Research Methodologies | REM502

Year 2:

Requirements

Complete one core subject and two electives from the electives tab.

Core subjects

• Information Technology - Work Integrated Learning | ITW601

Electives:

Requirements

Choose two electives for a Master of Information Technology course.

Elective subjects

• DevOps Tools | DOT503

• Mathematical Foundations of Artificial Intelligence | MFA501

• Business Environment | MGT501 

• Business Communications | MGT502

• Data Modelling and Database Design | MIS602

• Cybersecurity | MIS607

• Big Data and Analytics | BDA601

• Distributed Development | DDE602

• User Experience Design | DID602A

• Deep Learning | DLE602

• Management, People and Teams | MGT600

• Agile Project Management | MIS608

• Data Management and Analytics | MIS609

• Machine Learning | MLN601

This qualification will equip you with the advanced skills and knowledge necessary to seek professional-level employment in generalist or leadership roles in the rapidly changing IT industry.

Potential career paths

• Cybersecurity Specialist
  Average salary: $106,956 - $170,000
• Data Scientist
  Average salary: $103,284 - $157,490
• Data Architect
  Average salary: $119,220 - $200,000
• IT Helpdesk Manager
  Average salary: $85,841 - $167,406
• IT Technical Writer
  Average salary: $117,500
• IT Project Manager
  Average salary: $122,258 - $190,063
• Software Developer
  Average salary: $95,386 - $150,000
• Software Engineer
  Average salary: $100,007 - $165,921
• Systems Architect
  Average salary: $113,914 - $173,138
• Head of IT
  Average salary: $180,000 - $216,250
• Chief Information Officer (CIO)
  Average salary: $142,218 - $245,000

Australian bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology or relevant disciplines covering studies in programming, computer networks, database and web development.

Academic IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent.