Masters (Coursework)
The Master of Professional Information Technology from Charles Sturt University equips students with essential tech skills and specialisations in areas like AI, cybersecurity, and data science. It includes work-integrated learning and research pathways.
The Master of Professional Information Technology from Charles Sturt University will put you at the cutting edge of the IT industry - where employers need you to be. Designed specifically for international students, this course gives you all the fundamental tech skills you need - and you'll be able to choose a specialisation in an in-demand area, such as data science, artificial intelligence, cyber security, networking or software development.
Plus, you'll gain essential job-ready skills through an extensive work-integrated learning program. High performing students will also have the option of undertaking a research pathway in their chosen area.
This course is part of an articulated program of study. Articulated programs allow you to build on your study to achieve the right level of qualification for you.
To be eligible for admission to this course applicants must meet the minimum entry criteria listed below:
Applicants without an equivalent tertiary qualification will be admitted via Graduate Diploma in Professional Information Technology pathway. For admission to the Graduate Diploma, applicants are required to have a minimum of a 3 years tertiary qualification equivalent to an Associate Degree. Upon successful completion of the Graduate Diploma, students will then be eligible for admission to the Master of Professional Information Technology and receive credit for applicable subjects.
Standard English Language Proficiency (ELP) requirements apply. Click here to view the specific international course entry requirements.
For each 8-point subject you are enrolled in, you should expect to spend 10 to 12 hours per week working on assignments and assigned readings, tutorial assistance, individual or group research/study, forum activity, workplace learning, and attending lectures, intensive schools, or examinations. If you are studying four subjects per session, this is equivalent to a full-time job. The workload for some subjects may vary as a result of approved course design.
You may need to attend an online or on-campus intensive school for certain subjects in this course. These schools usually involve lectures, tutorials and practicals that will give you a deeper understanding of your subject.
With an industry-aligned master's in information technology, you'll open up a world of career opportunities. You could work as a network engineer, software developer or database administrator. You could choose to work as a data analyst or work as cyber security professional to help secure IT infrastructure. You may also utilise your knowledge of AI and big data technologies while working as an AI expert.
The course consists of four (4) core subjects, 32 points of compulsory subjects, a four (4) subject specialisation, plus 32 points of professional practice subjects. Students enrolled at Charles Sturt University Sydney and Charles Sturt Melbourne will complete structured work integrated learning activities as part of their program of study. The opportunity to undertake work placement may be available for students contingent on satisfactory progression and grades.
Essential set (128 pts)Core subjects 32 Credit PointsCodeSubjectCredit PointsITC505ICT Project Management8ITC506Applied IT Ethics8ITC544IT Fundamentals8ITC556Database Systems8Compulsory subjects 32 Credit PointsCodeSubjectCredit PointsITC540IT Infrastructure Management PG8ITC561Cloud Computing8ITC575Foundations of Big Data Analytics8ITC595Information Security8Group B 32 Credit PointsCodeSubjectCredit PointsITC535Research Methods in IT16ITC536Research Plan in IT16Specialisations 32 Credit PointsSelect one (1) specialisation from the following:
If you've completed relevant tertiary study, or work experience related to your course, you could receive credit towards your degree. Which would mean completing your qualification quicker. Find out how to apply for credit and see our credit policy.
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