GraduateInformation Technology
Master of Information Technology
Melbourne Polytechnic, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
Advance your career with a Master of Information Technology:
Gain specialist IT skills and industry experience in Cyber Security and Data Analytics
Advance your career with a Master of Information Technology at Melbourne Polytechnic, an industry‑aligned program designed to build advanced technical and professional skills for the global ICT sector. Developed with leading industry partners and aligned to frameworks such as SFIA, ACS CBOK, CyBOK and DS‑BOK, the program prepares you for rapidly evolving technology environments.
With the Master of Information Technology, you’ll gain strong foundations in programming, data management, systems design, research and professional practice, while specialising in one of two in‑demand majors: Cyber Security or Data Analytics. Artificial intelligence is embedded throughout the curriculum, enabling you to apply machine learning, intelligent analytics and automation to real organisational challenges.
Count the credentials:
The Master of Information Technology offers flexible, nested qualifications, including a Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma, supporting students from both IT and non‑IT backgrounds. You can also earn an industry‑recognised SAS Academic Specialisation in Information Technology Analytics, providing a globally respected credential in AI and analytics.
As a corporate member of the Australian Computer Society, Melbourne Polytechnic offers Master of IT students complimentary ACS Student Supported Memberships.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 20 parts
- MIT601- Logical Reasoning and Programming
- MIT602- Mathematical Statistics
- MIT603- System Requirements and Modelling
- MIT604- Network Communication and Architectures
- MIT605- Data Mining and Applications
- MIT701- Database Technologies
- MIT702- Project Management and Practice
- MIT703- Research Methods
- MIT704- Cloud and IOT Security
- MIT705- Business Process Analytics
- MIT801- Applied Research Project 1
- MIT802- Data Security and Cryptography
- MIT803- Digital and Cyber Risk Management
- MIT804- Web and Mobile Intelligence
- MIT805- Machine Learning and Visualisation
- MIT901- Applied Research Project 2
- MIT902- Smart Systems and Blockchain Security
- MIT903- Penetration Testing and Digital Forensics
- MIT904- Big Data
- Cloud and Analytics
- MIT905- IOT and Blockchain Intelligence
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
Requirements Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in any area of study from a recognised institution. Academic: Australian Bachelor's degree or overseas equivalent qualification. English: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no individual band below 6.0, or PTE Academic 55 overall (Listening 47, Reading 48, Speaking 54, Writing 51).
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