Master of Information Technology (846AA.8)
The UC Master of Information Technology is specifically designed for those who have an Australian bachelor’s degree in information and communications technology, or the equivalent, and looking to create a direct path to a more senior management position.
In this course you will learn how understand and confidently navigate complex ICT subjects, including information science research methodology, technology and engineering management, and explore the emerging areas of advanced IT.
Highly adaptable and flexible, this course allows you to tailor your study plan to include up-to-the-minute specialisation, and also offers a selection of delivery modes, including classes during both weekday evenings and weekday business hours, to help you balance study with your other commitments.
This course also offers an option of undertaking a practical internship within a recognised organisation which is designed to significantly help you build on your classroom knowledge, improve your professional network and provide you with comprehensive insights into genuine working IT environments.
Once you graduate you will possess both the confidence and competence to pursue career advancement in your chosen field of IT, or if you prefer, well-positioned to continue with further postgraduate study in the form of a PhD.
This course offers the chance to specialise in Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Internet of Things & Robotics, Network Technologies or Project Management.
Campus Information
Canberra, Bruce
The University of Canberra is located in the suburb of Bruce in the Australian Capital Territory. Surrounded by Lake Ginnindera, the new suburb of Lawson, Radford college and residential housing, regular public buses can drop you right on campus. Open space, natural calm, tall trees and wildlife. Close to the city. Convenient to shopping. Great food, cool cafes, events and markets; a buzzing social hub with something for everyone. Student accommodation, an on-campus medical and counselling centre, the Australian Institute of Sport, Calvary Public Hospital, Belconnen Shopping Mall and a variety of restaurants are all within walking distance.
Intakes
- Feb
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 14
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
The UC Master of Information Technology degree is a highly respected industry qualification that offers a direct pathway for progression into a senior management position in any one of the following areas:
- Business and systems analyst
- ICT manager
- ICT security engineer
- Network and systems administrator
- Programmer
- Web developer
PSW Opportunity
Major Cities
- Sydney
- Melbourne
- Brisbane
Regular 2 years post study work visa for international students completing Bachelors and Masters degrees (minimum 92 weeks), 3 years for Masters by Research and 4 years for PhD. graduates
Cities and major regional centres
- Perth
- Adelaide
- Gold Coast
- Sunshine Coast Canberra Newcastle/Lake Macquarie
- Wollongong/Illawarra Geelong
- Hobart
International students studying at regional universities will be eligible to access an
additional year in Australia on a post-study work visa
(Which means a Bachelors or Masters graduate can get up to 3 years of PSW visa)
Regional centres and other regional areas
All other locations
(list of cities)
International students studying at regional universities will be eligible to access an additional
2 years in Australia on a post-study work visa
(Which means a Bachelors or Masters graduate can get up to 4 years of PSW visa)
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
- An Australian bachelor degree in an Information and Communication Technology discipline, or equivalent.
If an applicant has an Australian graduate diploma degree, or equivalent, in a relevant Information and Communication Technology discipline, 12 credit points are granted, which equals to one semester's study of the course.
If an applicant has an Australian bachelor degree in a relevant Information and Communication Technology disciplines, or equivalent, plus 3 years relevant working experience in ICT disciplines, 12 credit points are granted, which equals to one semester's study of the course.
Assumed knowledge
Proficiency in using computers.
For More Information Please Connect to Our PSA Counselor.
- Course Code: 054178E
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 01 Year 06 Month
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Total Tuition Fee:
57000 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: N/A
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