GraduateInformation Technology
Master of Science in Information Technology
Murdoch University, Perth, WA, Australia
About this program
This course builds expertise in IT systems management, data science, and networking and network security, completed over one and a half years full-time or longer for students using part-time study options. It can be completed either as coursework only (36 credit points), or as coursework plus dissertation (24 credit points of coursework and a 12 credit point dissertation), with the dissertation option available once a student has completed 12 credit points of coursework and achieved a grade point average of 2.5 or higher. After one year of full-time study (24 credit points), students can choose to exit with a Graduate Diploma in Information Technology Management, Internetworking and Security, or Data Science, depending on the units studied. Coursework can be arranged around part-time schedules for students balancing work or other commitments. IT and data-related roles such as ICT business analyst, systems analyst, software engineer, developer programmer, ICT security specialist, and data analyst are assessed by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) for skilled migration purposes, generally requiring the degree plus one to two years of relevant work experience, or the degree plus a Professional Year in IT; the 485 graduate visa is the usual route international graduates use to build that experience. This course is delivered by Murdoch University in Western Australia.
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Course structure
- Core topics covered in this course include: Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you'll learn: Using your judgement and initiative to make confident decisions in a range of IT environments Working with complex information systems and practices at a senior level Writing
- data analysis and independent research skills you need to make an impact in your career Legal and ethical issues relevant in ICT and related industries Presenting your knowledge and ideas to a variety of audiences
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
Recognised Australian Computer Society (ACS) accredited Bachelor's degree in IT (AQF Level 7); OR Recognised Bachelors' degree (AQF Level 7) plus an approved qualification in IT (AQF Level 8); OR Recognised Honours degree (AQF Level 8) plus 5 or more years of relevant experience. Recognition of relevant and current informal or non-formal learning may be used for entry requirements, and should be discussed with the Academic Chair.
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