The Master of Information Technology provides the knowledge and skills required to design, develop and maintain complex systems using state-of-the-art technologies and methodologies. It will provide you with advanced skills and introduces state-of-the-art techniques used in the design and construction of IT solutions, and research skills needed to assess the effectiveness of a solution or technology.
Students also have the opportunity to apply their skills through industry-related project work, including industry-linked projects for real clients. This project work can demonstrate students’ skills and knowledge to potential future employers.
The program incorporates units from the Graduate Diploma of Information Technology and Graduate Certificate of Information Technology.
Course details
Course structure and duration
- Six (6) IT core units (75 credit points)
- One (1) Specialisation (100 credit points) consisting of:
- Two (2) core units (25 credit points)
- Four (4) technology projects (75 credit points)
- Two (2) electives (25 credit points)
The duration of study is 1.5 years full-time. Students will undergo three long semesters of 9 weeks and three short semesters of 6 weeks. Each unit of study has a minimum 6 hours of class contact time per week or its equivalence. Students who have an undergraduate background in computer science / information and communication technology may be exempted from one semester of study (4 units) thus completing the program within 1 year.
Course learning outcome
On successful completion of this Course students will be able to:
- Demonstrate a coherent understanding of the fundamental aspects of ICT solutions including the use of a range of tools and techniques for requirements capture, solution design and construction, and project management
- Apply a coherent and advanced knowledge of Information Technology, critically evaluate trade-offs, and create innovative solutions to complex problems with intellectual independence
- Communicate information proficiently to a variety of audiences, demonstrating scholarship of ICT foundations, as well as recent advances in the ICT field within the context of an IT specialisation
- Reflect on, and take responsibility for their own learning, manage their own time and processes effectively by regularly reviewing personal performance as a means of managing continuing professional development
- Apply knowledge of research principles and methods to plan and execute a piece of research with independence demonstrating the ability to analyse, process and synthesise complex information
- Demonstrate personal discipline, scholarship of the field, critical thinking, and judgment by completing a substantial capstone project using contemporary techniques
Units of study
To be eligible for the award of Master of Information Technology, students must complete 14 units of study (200 credit points) comprising of 12 units of study (worth 12.5 credit points each) and two (2) double unit of study (worth 25 credit points each).
Core units
Complete all 6 units (75 credit points):
- COS60004 Creating Web Applications
- COS60009 Data Management for the Big Data Age
- COS70004 User-Centred Design
- COS80001 Cloud Computing Architecture
- COS80021 Web Application Development *
- COS80023 Big Data *
Specialisation
Complete 6 units (100 credit points) from one of the following specialisations:
Data Science
- COS60008 Introduction to Data Science
- COS60010 Technology Enquiry Project
- COS60011 Technology Design Project
- COS70008 Technology Innovation Project * 25 credit points
- COS80025 Data Visualisation
- COS80029 Technology Application Project * 25 credit points
Cybersecurity
- ICT60001 Operating System Management
- COS60010 Technology Enquiry Project
- COS60011 Technology Design Project
- COS70008 Technology Innovation Project * 25 credit points
- CYB60004 Networks and Cybersecurity Frameworks
- COS80029 Technology Application Project * 25 credit points
Elective units
Choose 2 elective units from the following list:
- COS80027 Machine Learning
- COS80025 Data Visualisation
- ICT60001 Operating System Management
- COS80013 Internet Security
*Outcome units – matched exemptions are generally not granted for higher education outcome units
Study planner for cognate entry
Students who exempted from one semester of study (4 units) must complete 10 units of study (150 credit points) as follows:
Specialisation in Data Science
| Term 1, 2022 | Term 2, 2022 | Term 3, 2022 | Term 4, 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| COS60008 Introduction to Data Science |
COS80023 Big Data |
COS80025 Data Visualisation |
COS80021 Web Application Development |
| COS60011 Technology Design Project |
Elective | Elective | COS80001 Cloud Computing Architecture |
| COS70008 Technology Innovation Project |
COS80029 Technology Application Project |
Specialisation in Cybersecurity
| Term 1, 2022 | Term 2, 2022 | Term 3, 2022 | Term 4, 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| COS60011 Technology Design Project |
COS80023 Big Data |
COS60009 Operating System Management |
COS80021 Web Application Development |
| Elective | COS80013 Internet Security |
Elective | COS80001 Cloud Computing Architecture |
| COS70008 Technology Innovation Project |
COS80029 Technology Application Project |
Fees & scholarships
Fee*
* Fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted.
Scholarships
At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students.
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Entry requirements
Entry Requirements
- A recognized Bachelor’s degree with a minimum CGPA of 2.75, or
- A Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 and not meeting CGPA of 2.75, can be accepted subject to rigorous internal assessment process, or
- A Bachelor’s Degree or its equivalent, with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 and a minimum of 5 years working experience in a relevant field may be accepted.
English Requirements
- IELTS 6.5 (no individual band below 6.0)
- TOEFL (Internet based) of 79 (Reading no less than 18; Writing no less than 20)
Application process
Apply for this course by following the step-by-step process from the links below.
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Career opportunities
Graduates will have the knowledge and skills that allows them to undertake professional work at an advanced level in the field of Information and Technologies (ICT). Graduates who specialised in Cybersecurity will develop the skills and knowledge required to identify, demonstrate, diagnose, and fix flaws and threats in software systems. They will learn about system security, penetration testing, incident response, security management, reverse engineering, and ethical hacking. They will be equipped to seek employment in the following areas:
- Cybersecurity Analyst, Security Systems Manager, Cryptographer, Consultant/Advisor, Cybersecurity Coordinator/ Operations/Project Manager, Security System Developer, Security Solution Sales, Network/Cybersecurity Engineer/Architect, Security Solutions Sales
Graduates who specialised in Data Science will learn how to gain meaningful insight from data obtained from business, government, scientific and other sources. Expand the knowledge and understanding of computer science and data analytics, develop skills in state-of-the-art techniques and contemporary tools covering the entire data management lifecycle. They will be equipped to seek employment in the following areas:
- Data Science Developer, Data Scientist, Data Engineer, Data/Statistical Analyst, Data Modeller/Architect, Machine Learning Engineer, Big Data Engineer
Graduates can also pathway into research and further learning.
