Master of Information Technology
The Master of Information Technology provides the knowledge and skills required to design, develop and maintain complex systems using state-of-the-art technologies and methodologies. It includes a general introduction to ICT and provides the opportunity for students to gain advanced specialist skills in areas such as networks, software development, and information systems analysis and management.
Students also have the opportunity to apply their skills through industry-related project work, including industry-linked projects for real clients. This project work can demonstrate students’ skills and knowledge to potential future employers.
The program incorporates units from the Graduate Diploma of Information Technology and Graduate Certificate of Information Technology.
Duration
2 years full-time or 4 years part-time
Intakes
Hawthorn (Semester 1, Semester 2) - View application and start dates
Study modes
- Full-time,
- Part-time
2020 Start Dates
Semester 2 -
03 August 2020
2021 Start Dates
Semester 1 -
01 March 2021
Semester 2 -
02 August 2021
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
The Master of Information Technology course is concerned with the mastery of theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to the design, construction, operation, support and maintenance of information technology (IT) solutions.
This course will provide you with advanced skills and introduces state-of-the-art techniques used in the design and construction of IT solutions, as well as the research skills needed to assess the effectiveness of a solution or technology. You will gain specialist skills and should become capable of working with information technology solutions at an advanced level.
This course provides graduates with knowledge and skills allowing them to seek professional work at an advanced level in the field of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), and as a pathway for research and further learning.
The Master of Information Technology provides graduates from non-IT backgrounds a path to seek a career in IT.
Course structure
To qualify for the award of Master of Information Technology, students must complete 16 units of study (200 credit points) as follows:
- 6 IT core units (75 credit points)
- 8 specialisation-specific core units (100 credit points)
- 2 IT electives (25 credit points)
Units of study
IT core units
Complete all six units (75 credit points):
Specialisation-specific core units
Complete one of the following specialisation areas (100 credit points):
Data Analytics
INF80031 Applied Business Analytics and Data Visualisation *Information Systems
Mobile and Cloud Computing
Network Management
Software Development
Software Testing
System Security and Anti-Hacking
IT Elective units
Choose 25 credit points from one of the following elective areas:
Data Analytics electives
Network Management electives
Software Development electives
Software Testing electives
System Security and Anti-Hacking electives
* Outcome units - matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units.
** Units are available by application only.
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives, graduate skills and professional recognition.
Career opportunities
This program addresses the issues and technologies that are being widely adopted in industry. Graduates will be equipped to seek employment in IT and network positions.
Aims and objectives
Upon completion of their course, students will be capable graduate ICT professionals, and able to:
- demonstrate a coherent understanding of the fundamental aspects of ICT solutions including the use of a range of tools and techniques for requirements capture, solution design and construction, and project management
- apply knowledge of research principles and methods to plan and execute a piece of research with independence, demonstrating the ability to analyse, process and synthesise complex information
- communicate information proficiently to a variety of audiences, demonstrating scholarship of ICT foundations, as well as recent advances in the ICT field within the context of a specialisation (Software Development, Information Systems or Networking)
- apply a coherent and advanced knowledge of Information Technology, critically evaluate trade-offs, and create innovative solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
- demonstrate personal discipline, scholarship of the field, critical thinking, and judgment by completing a substantial Capstone Project using contemporary techniques
- reflect on, and take responsibility for their own learning, manage their own time and processes effectively by regularly reviewing personal performance as a means of managing continuing professional development.
Graduate skills
This program produces graduates who:
- are capable in their chosen professional areas
- are adaptable and manage change
- operate effectively in work and community situations
- are aware of environments
- are entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business or community.
Professional recognition
The course is accredited at the professional level with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Pathways and scholarships
- Recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
Fees are estimates for students commencing in 2020 only: Tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. These fees apply for units studied in 2020 only and may change for units studied in future years. If part-time study is permitted, annual fees will be proportionally lower based on the number of units taken per semester.
How do I pay my fees?
FEE-HELP is a loan given to eligible full-fee paying higher education students to help pay part or all of their tuition fees. The Commonwealth Government pays the amount of the loan directly to Swinburne.
HECS-HELP is a loan and discount scheme available to eligible students enrolled in a Commonwealth supported place. A HECS-HELP loan can cover all or part of the student contribution amount.
This course offers Commonwealth Supported Places for eligible students.
The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year. Find out more about fees.
Entry requirements
- a recognised Bachelor degree or a recognised Graduate Diploma in computer science, information systems or information technology or a recognised Bachelor degree in a non IT discipline or
- completion of the Postgraduate Qualifying Program (International applicants only)