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Master of Information Technology (Advanced)

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Is information technology advanced for you?

Graduates of the Master of Information Technology (Advanced) degree will also be able to identify and analyse IT related problems and opportunities in a range of areas. Read more ...

What you will study

The Master of Information Technology (Advanced), will advance your development and expand your skills and knowledge in IT. Read more ...

Your future

Graduates of this degree will be capable of working as software engineers, network engineers, web designers, systems analysts, programmers and more. Read more ...

Is information technology advanced for you?

If you undertake postgraduate coursework in information technology, you will have access to a flexible and integrated degree comprising the Master of Information Technology, Master of Information Technology (Professional), and Master of Information Technology (Advanced).

Graduates of the Master of Information Technology (Advanced) degree will also be able to identify and analyse IT related problems and opportunities in a range of areas. They will have the ability to work in teams and perform in a professional and ethical manner. Graduates will be equipped with the skills for on-going self learning, an essential professional attribute in this rapidly evolving field. The coursework component of the course provides students with hands-on theoretical and practical knowledge, while the research project provides the skills and fosters the aptitude necessary to provide a strong foundation in self-directed projects.

What you will study

The Master of Information Technology (Advanced), will advance your development and expand your skills and knowledge in IT. The degree will enable you to undertake an advanced research based project to consolidate and deepen your understanding in a chosen area. The degree encourages you to investigate future technologies and challenges you to become engaged in active cutting edge information technology issues.

Your future

Graduates of this degree will be capable of working as software developers, network administrators, web designers, systems analysts, programmers, database analysts, project managers or system managers depending on their choice of specialisation or interests. Additionally graduates of the Research pathway program may go into academic and research careers.

Professional accreditation

The Master of Information Technology (Advanced) degree satisfies the requirements for full ACS membership at the Professional level. Please note that accreditation is still to be assessed (together with the BIT) after the new structure is approved. Students seeking ACS membership should consult the Program Convenor and the Australian Computer Society about their proposed study to ensure they will satisfy any requirements needed for ACS membership.

How to apply as a Domestic student

If you want to give your career the edge, apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or for online programs apply directly through GradSchool.

For the Graduate Certificate in Theology and the Master of Theology please apply through UAC.

International students wishing to study on campus should visit how to apply for international students.

You will be considered for entry based on criteria such as your undergraduate studies and/or equivalent prior learning and/or relevant work experience. For more information, check the admission requirements of your chosen postgraduate coursework degree or call us on 1800 88 21 21.

Closing dates for applications vary for different degrees. To check, visit the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or for online programs visit GradSchool.

Fast Facts

Duration

2 years full-time or part-time equivalent

Locations

  • Newcastle (Callaghan)

Delivery

On-campus

Study Details

Program handbook

Student Intake

Domestic and International students

Student Intake

Domestic and International students

CRICOS

070040A

Special Requirements

English Language Requirements (for International Students)

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How to apply
Phone: +61 2 4921 6595
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