Master of Information Technology
Blended learning – on-campus and digital learning
Tech things up a notch with postgrad study
A graduate certificate, diploma or master degree with a strong tech focus could future-proof your career. Get all the course info and application advice you need to help you make that next crucial career step.
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
2021 Start Dates
2022 Start Dates
Course information in detail
- Course detail, course structure and units of study.
Course description
Course structure
- 6 core units (75 credit points)
- 6 specialisation units (100 credit points) 2 x 25 credit point units
- 2 electives (25 credit points)
Units of study
Careers and graduate outcomes
- Career opportunities, course aims and objectives, graduate skills and professional recognition.
Career opportunities
Aims and objectives
- 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 a coherent and advanced knowledge of Information Technology, critically evaluate trade-offs, and create innovative solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
- 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 an IT specialisation
- 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
- 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
- Demonstrate personal discipline, scholarship of the field, critical thinking, and judgment by completing a substantial capstone project using contemporary techniques

Graduate skills
- 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
Pathways and scholarships
- Recognition of prior learning and scholarships.
Course fees and requirements
- Entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.
Course fees
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.
Entry requirements
- a bachelor degree (or higher award) in any discipline from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent; or
- the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma of Information Technology; or
- the Postgraduate Qualifying Program (available to International applicants only)