Master of Information Technology

Overview

Information technology (IT) has become a fundamental part of almost every industry. Fast-track the career you want with a degree co-designed with – and accredited by – the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

The Master of Information Technology at La Trobe University allows you to ride the IT wave and set yourself up for a successful tech career.

This degree builds your technical expertise and gives you a strong, industry-standard IT skill set. It's also flexible – you'll have the opportunity to specialise in one of several booming areas, including software engineering, cloud analytics, digital media, networking, artificial intelligence, digital health or cybersecurity.

Your degree is co-designed and accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) to ensure the skills you build are well-suited to future industry needs. Your teachers are IT professionals who'll share industry insights and make sure you graduate ready to work.

Shape your degree to fit your personal and professional goals with a range of electives. Build expertise in areas that interest you, such as app development, artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, Internet of Things (IoT), user experience design, cybersecurity and more.

Supplement your skills with free certifications through our partnership with Microsoft. Administered via on-campus exams, these certifications give you practical skills you can apply in a wide range of industries and workplaces.

Career outcomes

The Master of Information Technology provides the skills you need for a successful career in IT. Possible roles include:

• Senior programmer

Use your extensive knowledge of programming languages to engineer solutions in artificial intelligence, cloud computing, smart systems, software programs and more.

• Network engineer

Design, organise, configure and troubleshoot networks. Design and maintain equipment for voice and data.

• Full stack developer

Administer the front end, back end and server side of websites and IT systems.

• IT administrator

Design, maintain and manage IT systems within a wide range of organisations and businesses.

• ICT security specialist

Use your broad technical knowledge in cybersecurity to maintain, improve and uphold cybersecurity IT systems for your organisation.

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.