This degree will help you develop and expand your skills and knowledge in the most technically advanced IT areas applicable to a professional setting. With a large degree of hands on practical work in purpose-built, state-of-the-art facilities, this is a chance to test yourself on real world technology projects, exploring and developing multiple skills in a range of IT fundamentals.

Students undertaking postgraduate coursework in Information Technology have access to a flexible and integrated program comprising the Master of Information Technology, Master of Information Technology (Professional), and Master of Information Technology (Advanced). The Master of Information Technology (Professional) meets the demands of the IT industry and is flexibly designed for those currently working within IT and those seeking a career change into high level IT managerial roles. The program provides graduates with training and experience (according to personal development needs) by developing expertise in the fast moving areas of Information Technology.

Graduates of this program will be capable of working in a senior role 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.

The Master of Information Technology (Professional) program satisfies the requirements for full ACS membership at the Professional level. 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. Please note ACS accreditation will be finalised (together with BIT) following approval of this new structure.