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University of Canberra

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Master of Information Technology

  • Masters (Coursework)

Master a range of advanced IT skills 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.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
1.5 years full-time
Course Code
846AA.8, 054178E

About this course

Master a range of advanced IT skills

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.

Study locations

Canberra

What you will learn

  • learn how to operate a professional IT practice
  • study a broad context of advanced contemporary IT issues
  • work alongside and with professional industry specialists
  • gain access to UC's professional network
  • improve your own professional networks
  • fine-tune your written communication skills in the form of management reports, user manuals and technical documentation
  • graduate with top level globally recognised qualification
  • open new pathways for career progression.

Career pathways

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

Credit for prior study or work

There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Computing & Information Systems courses at University of Canberra.
75%
Overall satisfaction
76.5%
Skill scale
72.1%
Teaching scale
89.3%
Employed full-time
$73.5k
Average salary