The Master of Information Technology (MIT) at the University of Newcastle is a broad, flexible and technical degree which offers exciting and diverse career opportunities and challenges.

As well as providing foundation IT skills for entrants with limited IT experience, the program provides opportunities for experienced IT professionals to enhance and apply their skills within emerging technology driven growth areas including IT, Communications, Management, Business and entrepreneurship.

Why study with us?

Flexible study options - at the University of Newcastle, you can choose to study full-time or part-time to suit your professional and personal needs.
Enhance your career opportunities - develop advanced research and analytical skills that are essential to organisations adopting new technologies or processes.
Specialise your learning - the Master of Information Technology gives you the opportunity to specialise in three key interest areas - business analytics, management information systems and IT research.
$94,000 median starting salary (for postgraduate Computing and Information Systems graduates) - which is above the national average (Graduate Outcomes Survey 2019).

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What you will study

You will develop the critical knowledge and skills required to work as an IT professional. You will also tailor your program by choosing additional courses that align with your career goals and interests.

Students can choose a specialisation in areas including business analytics, management information systems or IT research, but it will also be possible to complete the MIT without a specialisation.

NOTE: the following breakdown of courses reflects the full length program. Students who are eligible for credit or recognition of prior learning will take less courses.

Core courses:

Database Management 1
Systems Analysis and Design
Process Analysis and Problem Solving
Object Orientated Programming
Project Planning and Management
Professional Practice in IT
Information Technology Project

Information Technology Specialisations

Business Analytics

In the Business Analytics specialisation you will study Foundations of Business Analysis, Database Management 2, Business Intelligence for the Enterprise and Big Data. You will also choose four additional courses from a list of directed courses.

Information Technology (Business Analytics Specialisation) program plan (PDF 700.8 KB)

Management Information Systems

In the Management Information Systems specialisation you will study Managing Under Uncertainty, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, The Digital Economy and Accounting Information Systems. You will also choose four additional courses from a list of directed courses.

Information Technology (Management Information Systems Specialisation) program plan (PDF 701.0 KB)

IT Research

In the IT Research specialisation you will study Business Research Methods, IT Research Project A and IT Research Project B. You will also choose two additional courses from a list of directed courses.

The IT Research specialisation is intended as a restricted-entry pathway to Research Higher Degree for high-performing students with a minimum GPA requirement of 6.0. Students seeking entry to the IT Research Specialisation pathway must be approved by the program convenor.

Information Technology (IT Research Specialisation) program plan (PDF 701.3KB)

No Specialisation

If you decide not to study a specialisation, you will choose eight additional courses from a list of directed courses.

Information Technology (No Specialisation) program plan (PDF 699.6KB)

Entry options and duration

This program recognises prior learning. Admission is available to applicants who can demonstrate a suitable combination of education, professional experience and industry qualifications.

The table below outlines the number of years experience required, depending on your previous educational qualifications.

Educational Qualification	Number of years relevant industry experience*	Units required to complete Masters (10 units = 1 course)
3 Year Bachelor (in a non-related field of study)	Zero	160
3 Year Bachelor (in a non-related field of study)	Two	120 - 160
3 Year Bachelor (in a related field of study)	Zero	120
Bachelor (Hons) degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma (in a non-related field of study)	Zero	120 - 160
Bachelor (Hons) degree, Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma (in a related field of study)	Zero	80 - 120

*Must be in a Senior IT or Management position

Program plans

Download a program plan for further details on your degree's structure and what courses you will study.

These program plans are applicable to new students. Current students should refer to the program handbook to access the plan relevant to the year they commenced.

2018-2020 Program Plan No Specialisation 167.5 KB
2018-2020 Program Plan Management Information Systems Specialisation 179.1 KB
2019-2020 Program Plan IT Research Specialisation 154.4 KB
2018-2020 Program Plan Business Analytics Specialisation 179.6 KB

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Career opportunities

With the flexibility to tailor your Master of Information Technology to best suit your career development needs, you will be able to hit the ground running with your newly attained specialist expertise.

Upon graduation, you will be capable of approaching complex problems with a level head, able to manage IT projects effectively and professionally, and have the technical expertise required to take on positions in electronic commerce, information systems, games development, technology management, health informatics or business systems and management.

Your career opportunities are quite diverse with possible career paths as a:

business analyst
database developer
project manager
systems analyst
web developer
software developer

Professional Recognition

The Master of Information Technology is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.

Applying for Master of Information Technology (MIT)

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Fast facts

Start dates

Trimester 1 - 28 Jan 2020
Trimester 2 - 11 May 2020
Trimester 3 - 24 Aug 2020

Trimester 1 - 28 Jan 2020
Trimester 2 - 11 May 2020
Trimester 3 - 24 Aug 2020

Trimester 1 - 28 Jan 2020
Trimester 2 - 11 May 2020
Trimester 3 - 24 Aug 2020

Mode of delivery

Face to Face, Online

Fees

Find information about indicative course and program fees.

Duration

2 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 6 years maximum.

Accelerated options available

Location

Newcastle

Online

Sydney CBD

Start dates

Trimester 1 - 28 Jan 2020
Trimester 2 - 11 May 2020
Trimester 3 - 24 Aug 2020

Trimester 1 - 28 Jan 2020
Trimester 2 - 11 May 2020
Trimester 3 - 24 Aug 2020

Trimester 1 - 28 Jan 2020
Trimester 2 - 11 May 2020
Trimester 3 - 24 Aug 2020

Fees

$38,340 (indicative annual fee, 2020)
Indicative annual fees are based on a full year full time load (80 units) Find out more about fees

Duration

2 years full-time.

Accelerated options available

Mode of delivery

Face to Face, Online

English language proficiency

IELTS overall minimum - 6.5
IELTS section minimum - 6.0

Find out more about IELTS.

Before you get started

To ensure that the process goes smoothly for you, you should complete the following steps before applying:

Review the program that you wish to apply for. Note the admission criteria, admission instructions, requirements & structure and any additional information listed.
Review the program fees and costs.
Check whether your postgraduate program has a Semester or a Trimester closing date. Please view the application closing date.
If you are from a non-English-speaking background, you need to satisfy the University's English language requirements and ensure that you can provide evidence of your English proficiency if required.

You will be considered for entry based on criteria such as your undergraduate studies and/or equivalent prior learning and/or relevant work experience.

Postgraduate application process

Other things to consider

Make sure you double check the special entry requirements, assumed knowledge or recommended studies for the degree:

Admission Requirements

AQF Level 7 entry:

Students with a three year Bachelor degree in a non-related field of study to Information Technology are eligible to undertake the 160 unit program which can be completed in 2 years full time or 4 years part time.
Students with a three year Bachelor degree in a non-related field of study to Information Technology, who also hold a minimum of two years of relevant senior level industry experience** will study between 120 – 160 units. Students will be advised of specific program requirements depending on the content of previous work experience.
Students with a three year Bachelor degree in a related field of study* are eligible to undertake a 120 unit program that can be completed in 1.5 years full time or 3 years part time.

AQF Level 8 entry:

Students with a four year Bachelor Honours degree in a non-related field of study to Information Technology will study between 120 – 160 units. Students will be advised of specific program requirements depending on the content of previous studies.
Students with a Graduate Certificate in a non-related field of study to Information Technology will study between 140 – 160 units. Students will be advised of specific program requirements depending on the content of previous studies.
Students with a Graduate Diploma in a non-related field of study to Information Technology will study between 120 – 140 units. Students will be advised of specific program requirements depending on the content of previous studies.
Students with a Graduate Diploma in a related field of study* are eligible to undertake a 120 unit program which can be completed in 1.5 years full time or 3 years part time.
Students with a four year Bachelor Honours degree in a related field of study* are eligible to undertake the 80 unit program which can be completed in 1 year full time or 2 years part time.

*Senior level examples: senior analyst/programmer, senior developer, senior software engineering, senior business analyst, IT manager**Related fields of study may include but are not limited to IT, computing and technology

Minimum English Language Proficiency Requirements

All Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the University’s English proficiency requirement. Further information regarding English language proficiency requirements can be found at the English Language Proficiency for Admission Policy here.

Assumed Knowledge

International Computer Driver's License or ACS Computer Driver's License or equivalent.

You can look at UON prep for options to brush up on knowledge before you start.

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Important: If you are applying for recognition of prior learning for this program, you will need to provide a statement detailing how your professional experience prepares you to undertake postgraduate study.

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