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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Information Technology (Coursework)

Course code: #S776

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Information Technology (Coursework)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2024)

    $39,800 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    50 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    102805C

Highlights
Professional Practice
Project

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Options
Internship

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-March 29-February-2024 2024-02-29
Winter-July 30-June-2024 2024-06-30
Summer-November 31-October-2024 2024-10-31
Fall-March 28-February-2025 2025-02-28

Overview

Master of Information Technology

Deakin's Master of Information Technology combines leading-edge theory and technical knowledge with hands-on practical experience

It will prepare you for a successful career as an IT professional in Australia and around the world.

Delivered in a supportive learning environment, this course will transform you into a competent IT professional who can develop and implement IT solutions to complex industry-related problems.

As a graduate, you will have a solid understanding of IT issues, concepts, and practices and a broad knowledge of technological aspects. 

You will also develop a range of transferrable skills that will enable you to be an effective and efficient IT professional.

Specialisations:

  • Cyber Security
  • Data Science
  • Emerging Technologies for Supply Chain
  • Internet of Things
  • Networking and Cloud Technologies
  • Software and Services Development
  • Virtual Reality

Note: Choosing a specialisation is not compulsory.

Work experience

You may be able to undertake a placement as part of your course.

Other learning experiences

You may use one of your elective units to undertake an internship or participate in an overseas study tour to enhance your global awareness and experience.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$53,528

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,212
Accommodation 1 bed room $13,728
Tuition 1 person $39,800

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Official translations of documents in a language other than English
  • Award Certificates
  • A key/guide to a grading system

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

94
-
listening
27
writing
-
speaking
-
reading

PTE

65
65
listening
65
writing
65
speaking
65
reading

Cambridge

185
185
listening
185
writing
185
speaking
185
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

Studying at Deakin University English Language Institute (DUELI) will give you the English language skills you need to start your university degree. 

If you meet the academic requirements for your course, but not the English language requirements, then you’re automatically eligible for placement at DUELI.

IELTS entry score (based on the lowest IELTS band score)Your DUELI courseAssessment outcomePathway
Less than 4.5General English 1-3 (Elementary to Pre Intermediate)55% or higher (in the written exam)EAP 1 or General English levels  4-8 ( Intermediate to Advanced)
4.5EAP 160% or higherEAP 2
5.0EAP 260% or higher

EAP 3

English for Commerce

DUELI Study Abroad Program

Entry into most Deakin College Diploma programs (except the Diploma of Communication)

5.5EAP 360% or higher

EAP 4

Entry into most Deakin University undergraduate programs

Entry into Deakin Study Abroad and Exchange programs

Entry into Deakin College Diploma of Communication

Entry into Deakin University's Master Qualifying Program (MQP)

6.0EAP 460% or higherEntry into most Deakin University postgraduate degree programs and Faculty of Health undergraduate programs (except Nursing)
65% or higherEnglish for Nursing
70% or higher

English for Teaching

Entry into Deakins HDR programs for Science Engineering and Built Environment

6.5English for Nursing  
7.0English for Teaching60% or higher

Entry into Deakin University's Master of Teaching programs

Entry into  Deakins HDR programs (Arts and Education, Business and Law, and Health)

Notes

Entry-level IELTS score based on your lowest IELTS band score

You will take the Placement Test before the start of your course.


Academic background and requirement

2 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) - 16 credit points 

To be considered for admission to this degree (without admission credit applied), you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree or higher in any discipline

1.5 years full-time (or part-time equivalent) - 12 credit points 

To be considered for admission to this degree (with 4 credit points of admission credit applied), you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • completion of a bachelor's degree or higher in a related discipline
  • completion of a bachelor's degree or higher in any discipline and at least two years of relevant work experience (or part-time equivalent)

1 year full-time (or part-time equivalent) - 8 credit points

To be considered for admission to this degree (with 8 credit points of admission credit applied), you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria:

  • completion of a bachelor's degree (honours) (AQF 8) or higher in a related discipline
  • completion of a bachelor's degree in a related discipline and at least two years of relevant work experience (or part-time equivalent)
  • Graduate Diploma of Information Technology (or equivalent)

Related disciplines that may be considered include information technology, computing, computer science, and software engineering.

Career opportunities

  • Business Analyst
  • Network Administrator
  • Database Administrator
  • Security Analyst
  • Solutions Architect
  • Software Developer
  • Technology Consultant
  • Security Systems Manager

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