GraduateInformation Technology
Master of Information Technology
James Cook University, Townsville/Cairns, QLD, Australia
About this program
Design and build innovative solutions to the problems of tomorrow. Gain hands-on experience in information technology with advanced critical analysis skills and comprehensive knowledge of tools and technologies. Learn from leading industry experts who can develop your expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Information Technology Management or Software Engineering. Expand your career and enhance your employability by gaining expert skills in information technology (IT). This course focuses particularly on the areas of project management, artificial intelligence, programming, cybersecurity, and IT management. Learn how to identify and diagnose technical issues, create solutions and improve technical systems.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
- Core Subjects (CP5047, CP5046, CP5603)
- Select a major , JCU Brisbane Majors (Area of Study: MIT-ITM, Area of Study: MIT-SOF, Area of Study: MIT-AIN, Area of Study: MIT-CYB)
- Select a major , JCU Singapore Majors (Area of Study: MIT-ITM, Area of Study: MIT-AIN, Area of Study: MIT-SOF, Area of Study: MIT-CYB)
- Select a major , JCU Cairns Majors (Area of Study: MIT-AIN, Area of Study: MIT-ITM, Area of Study: MIT-CYB, Area of Study: MIT-SOF)
- Select a major , JCU Online Majors (Area of Study: MIT-AIN, Area of Study: MIT-ITM, Area of Study: MIT-SOF, Area of Study: MIT-CYB)
- PLUS , Option 2 (RM8502, RM8501)
- PLUS , Option 1, Select a second major, JCU Singapore Majors (Area of Study: MIT-ITM, Area of Study: MIT-AIN, Area of Study: MIT-SOF, Area of Study: MIT-CYB)
- PLUS , Option 1, Select a second major, JCU Cairns Majors (Area of Study: MIT-SOF, Area of Study: MIT-CYB, Area of Study: MIT-ITM, Area of Study: MIT-AIN)
- PLUS , Option 1, Select a second major, JCU Brisbane Majors (Area of Study: MIT-SOF, Area of Study: MIT-CYB, Area of Study: MIT-ITM, Area of Study: MIT-AIN)
- PLUS , Option 1, Select a second major, JCU Online Majors (Area of Study: MIT-SOF, Area of Study: MIT-CYB, Area of Study: MIT-AIN, Area of Study: MIT-ITM)
- Foundation Subjects (CP5633, CP5639, CP5631)
- Foundation Subjects, Select 3 credit points of core from the options below (CP5409, CP5638, CP5641, CP5632, CP5407)
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
Completion of an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree from this or another university; or Other qualifications or practical experience recognised by the Dean, College of Science and Engineering as equivalent to the above.
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