GraduateInformation Technology
Master of Information Technology
Australian Catholic University, Multi-campus (7 campuses, 5 states), Australia
About this program
In a fast-moving digital industry you need a degree that will equip you to respond to the latest advancements. Accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS), recognised by the Seoul Accord, and with Microsoft certifications in Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Azure Cloud Platform and Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals incorporated into the units this degree reflects on, and responds to, the ethical, legal and social issues that shape the IT sector and facilitates workplace or industry-related projects to ensure you graduate job-ready and well-placed to take advantage of industry opportunities. All our units are embedded with the United Nations sustainable goals. The Master of Information Technology has been designed to provide you with a strong foundation in the cutting-edge technologies of cyber security, data science and artificial intelligence, business analytics, web and mobile application development, and contemporary programming languages such as Python, Java, R, and C#. 95% graduates employed Top 10 Catholic universities globally Top 40 young universities worldwide Work placement Students can undertake real IT projects with organisations as part of the student consultancy hub. Accreditation This degree is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). The Australian Computer Society is recognised internationally by the Seoul Accord. This means that our ACS-accredited programs satisfy the international standards and processes set by the Accord. Careers Our graduates have pursued careers in: - Fullstack Developer - Web Developer - Mobile Developer - Software Developer - Software Engineer - Progammer - IT Project Manager - IT Consultant - IT Support - IT Trainer - Database Administrator - Data Scientist - Data Analyst - Machine Learning Engineer - Cyber Security Analyst - Cyber Security Consultant - Network Engineer
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- Completion requirements 1. To qualify for the degree, a student must complete 160 cp from the Schedule of Unit Offerings, consisting of: 40 cp Foundation Units (Part A) 90 cp Specialist Area Units (Part B) 20 cp IT Masters Project Unit (Part C) 10 cp Business Electives (Part D) 2. An applicant who has completed the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology, Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics, Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security, Graduate Certificate in Application Development or Graduate Certificate in Data Science may be granted advanced standing. Exit points A student who has completed the requirements prescribed for the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology or Graduate Certificate in Information Technology may exit from the course with the relevant award. Students who complete the required combination of units may exit with a: Graduate Certificate in Application Development Graduate Certificate in Data Analytics Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security Graduate Certificate in Data Science Core / specified units include: ITEC610: Introduction to Data Science with Python
- ITEC612: Modern Information Technology Infrastructure
- ITEC617: Modern Database Management
- ITEC619: Programming Fundamentals
- ITEC611: Computer Networks
- ITEC614: Cyber Security Concepts
- ITEC624: Network Security and Applications
- ITEC613: Machine Learning with Scikit-Learn
- ITEC623: Deep Learning and Emerging topics in Artificial Intelligence
- ITEC622: Data Analytics and Visualisation
- ITEC632: Data Mining Techniques and Applications
- ITEC621: Advanced Programming Principles
- ITEC634: Responsive Application Development
- ITEC630: Information Technology Masters Project Part A (Project Management)
- ITEC631: Information Technology Masters Project Part B (Software Engineering)
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Developer ProgrammerANZSCO 261312
On MLTSSL, so it supports the 189, 190, and 491. Assessed by the ACS on the same basis as Software Engineer. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
ICT Business AnalystANZSCO 261111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Common landing occupation for IT and business-analytics graduates.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Software EngineerANZSCO 261313
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 as well as the employer-sponsored 482 and 186. Needs an ACS skills assessment, which usually wants the degree plus one to two years of relevant work, or a Professional Year in ICT in place of some of that experience.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Systems AnalystANZSCO 261112
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, with an ACS skills assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Computer Network and Systems EngineerANZSCO 263111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Database AdministratorANZSCO 262111
On STSOL and CSOL, which supports the 190 and 491 (not the 189 on its own) plus the employer-sponsored 482/494/186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Systems AdministratorANZSCO 262113
On STSOL, supporting the 190 and 491. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy. To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites: Equivalent of an Australian bachelor’s degree in any discipline International applicants need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2027 Admission. Applicants with higher education study You will need to meet the minimum entry requirements and subject prerequisites for your chosen course. If you have completed at least two units of AQF-recognised study at bachelor level or above, we’ll assign you with a new selection rank that reflects your study level, duration, and grade point average. If your prior study or relevant work experience has provided you with knowledge, skills or experience aligned with the learning outcomes of units in your new course, you may be eligible to gain credit for study or have your prior learning recognised. This means you may be able to complete your ACU course in a shorter timeframe. You can use our credit search tool to see what you might be eligible for. For more information about credit and recognition of prior learning at ACU, follow the link below.
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