Master of Information Technology (Big Data and Analytics)
The ICMS Master of Information Technology (Big Data and Analytics) is an innovative postgraduate degree which meets an explosion of opportunity for those who can design, develop, and implement contemporary and creative data analytics solutions to complex real-world problems.
This is an exciting time to be in Information Technology (IT). New skills such as data visualisation, data analytics programming, big data and artificial intelligence (AI) are now being demanded by organisations who recognise the need to be able to respond to fast changing technologies quickly.
Big Data Analytics professionals leverage the power of big data to inform strategic decision making and drive change within organisations.
The MIT (Big Data and Analytics) is a contemporary and industry-aligned degree designed to develop critical judgment, advanced knowledge and specialised skills to be able to succeed in the dynamic data analytics sector.
The degree blends the practical and theoretical aspects of data analytics across a range of essential IT domains, encompassing Business Intelligence, Big Data Architecture and Management, Persuasive Data Visualisation and Communication, Advanced Data Analytics, Deep Learning Analytics and Cyber Security as integral components of their comprehensive curriculum.
Additionally, students will have an opportunity to complete a Data Analytics IT Consulting Project, as well as gain real-world work experience through their Professional Placement.
Campus Information
City Campus
As well as being regarded as one of the most beautiful cities in the world, Sydney is also one of the most exciting places to study and work. The ICMS City Campus is located in the beautiful Manning Building, right in the heart of Sydney’s business district.
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Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Upon completion of the Master of Information Technology (Big Data and Analytics) qualification, students will have an opportunity to pursue a wide range of career options.
Planning your future? This qualification could provide various migration pathways to international students. (Refer to the Australian Government’s Department of Home Affairs website for specific information pertaining to your individual circumstances.)
ICT Business Analyst
Database Analyst
Business Intelligence Analyst
Data & Analytics Consultant
Senior Database Administrator
Data Mining Consultant
Data Manager
Data Quality Manager
PSW Opportunity
Post Study Work Steam Renames to Post Higher Education Work Steam.
- Bachelor degree holders including honours can get upto 2 years of post study stay
- Master by course work and extended (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 2 years
- Masters by research (with a duration exceeding 2 years) and PhD holder can stay upto 3 years
- The Maximum eligible age to apply for PSW will be reduced to 35 years of age from 50 years of age for all applicants
Due to the Australian Indian Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement signed by the 2 countries, according to which:
- Indian students completing bachelor degree including honours can stay upto 2 years
- Bachelor degree with First class honours in STEM including ICT can stay upto 3 years
- Masters by coursework in extended researched (with a duration exceeding 2 years) can stay upto 3 years
- PhD students can stay upto 4 years
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- Successful completion of a bachelor degree from an Australian higher education institution or overseas equivalent.
- Successful completion of a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma from an Australian higher education institution or overseas equivalent.
- Successful completion of at least two award, or non-award postgraduate subjects (at AQF Level 8 or above) from an Australian higher education institution or overseas equivalent.
- Successful completion of an approved Postgraduate Qualifying Program from an Australian higher education institution or overseas equivalent.
- For mature age entry (21+): successful completion of a diploma or associate degree qualification (or equivalent as recognised by the Australian Government's qualifications recognition tool) and four years of relevant management experience
- IELTS (Academic) =Overall 6.5; Writing 6.0; Speaking 6.0; Reading 6.0; Listening 6.0
- TOEFL (iBT) = Overall 79*; Writing 21; Speaking 18; Reading 13; Listening 12
- Pearson = Overall 56; Writing 46; Speaking 46; Reading 46; Listening 46
- Duolingo** = Overall 110; Writing 100; Speaking 100; Reading 100; Listening 100
- Course Code: 115066D
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
53760 AUD
Average Cost of Living: 29710 AUD /year
Application Fee: N/A