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postgraduate

Degree

Master of Information Technology - Data Science (Coursework)

Course code: #IN20

postgraduate

Degree

Master of Information Technology - Data Science (Coursework)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2024)

    $38,600 AUD

  • Application fee

    $100 AUD

  • Duration

    2 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    4 out of 7

  • CRICOS code

    083059E

Highlights
Industry Project
Research

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 20-January-2025 2025-01-20
Winter-July 16-June-2025 2025-06-16
Fall-February 19-January-2026 2026-01-19
Winter-July 17-June-2024 2024-06-17

Overview

Master of Information Technology - Data Science

Suppose you want knowledge and skills in new technological trends and are interested in developing specialist knowledge and skills to succeed in senior IT-related positions. 

In that case, this course at QUT is for you. 

The Master of Information Technology will develop a breadth of knowledge and deepen your understanding across varying aspects of IT.

Data Science - provides you with the knowledge and skills to extract information from large, complex and disparate data sets using leading-edge algorithms and tools.

Real-world learning

During your studies, you will experience a range of learning approaches, including:

  • project-based units requiring you to apply theoretical and technical knowledge in the development of artefacts such as software applications, business cases, technical specifications, conceptual models and theoretical frameworks;
  • using real-world and research-inspired problems within units;
  • using advanced analytical, conceptual and logical thinking processes to solve novel and complex issues;
  • Covering relevant contemporary IT and interpersonal capabilities necessary for you to be prepared to move into senior professional positions.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$38,600

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,344
Accommodation 1 bed room 0
Tuition 1 person $38,600

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Award Certificates
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Translations of documents in a language other than English
  • English Language Proficiency

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

79
16
listening
21
writing
18
speaking
16
reading

PTE

58
50
listening
50
writing
50
speaking
50
reading

Cambridge

176
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available
Eligible to apply without language certificate

If you need to improve your English language score, The English language programs are designed to help you improve your English, meet the English language requirements for your desired degree program, and prepare for an IELTS test. 

Entry Requirements

ProgramIELTSTOEFLPTEDuration/WOutcomes
General English (5 - 45 weeks)---5 - 45 
  • Academic Purposes programs (EAP 1 or EAP 2)
English for Academic Purposes 1 Extended

5

R5 

W5

49

R10 

W15

38

R38

W38

15
  • Foundation and Diploma programs, or progress into English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 2
English for Academic Purposes 1 Standard

5.5

R5 

W5

L4.5

S4.5

 

56

R8 W15

L8

S12

46

R38

W38

L32

S32

10
  • Foundation and Diploma programs, or progress into English for Academic Purposes (EAP) 2
English for Academic Purposes 2 Extended

5.5

R5.5 

W5.5

 

 

56

R14 W18

46

R46

W46

15
  • QUT undergraduate or postgraduate programs (that require IELTS 6.5 for entry)
English for Academic Purposes 2 Standard

6

R5.5 

W5.5

L5

S5

 

71

R14 

W18

L10

S14

50

R46

W46

L38

S38

10
  • QUT undergraduate or postgraduate programs (that require IELTS 6.5 for entry)
IELTS Advanced

6.5

R6 

W6

L6

S6

 

79

R16

W21

L16

S18

58

R50

W50

L50

S50

10
  • QUT courses that require IELTS 7.0 (sub-scores 7.0), including Bachelor of Nursing.
  • Diploma in Health Science (Nursing)

Academic background and requirement

  • 2-year program

A completed recognised bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 (on QUT's 7-point scale).

  • 1.5-year program*

A completed recognised bachelor's degree in information technology with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 (on QUT's 7-point scale) or

A recognised graduate certificate in information technology with a minimum grade point average 4.0 (on QUT's 7-point scale).

  • 1-year program*

A completed Australian honours bachelor's degree in information technology with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 (on QUT’s 7-point scale) or

A recognised graduate diploma in information technology with a minimum grade point average 4.0 (on QUT’s 7-point scale).

*Note: As part of QUT’s application for admission process, you will be automatically assessed for the 1.5- or 1-year program if you are eligible.  

Please indicate this on your application form if you wish to be only considered for the 2-year program.

 

Graduate Certificate in Communication for Information Technology

The Graduate Certificate in Communication for Information Technology will help you meet the English language requirements of the IN20 Master of Information Technology program. 

On completion of the Graduate Certificate in Communication with the required results, you are guaranteed a place in the second semester of the chosen Master of Information Technology program.

Career opportunities

  • Data Scientist
  • Machine Learning Engineer
  • Data Analyst (Advanced)
  • Predictive Analytics Specialist
  • Big Data Architect
  • Business Intelligence Consultant
  • Data Mining Researcher

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