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Information technology is a complex and dynamic field. To stay relevant, you must constantly update your skills and knowledge. University of New England’s Master of Information Technology has a strong technical focus that allows you to refresh your skills and knowledge and future proof your career in this rapidly changing area.

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Overview

Organisations worldwide rely on information and computing technology (ICT) to underpin virtually every aspect of their operations. As a result, software, web and app developers are highly sought after for their specialist capabilities. The ACS Australia's Digital Pulse 2019 report forecasts an additional 100,000 ICT jobs will be created in the five years to 2024. Salaries in the sector average at $130,000, according to Seek.com.au.Choose the Master of Information Technology from University of New England if you are looking for a change of direction in your career or if you want to enhance your IT qualifications and extend your knowledge in software, web and app development.Designed with employment in mind, every element of our course is focused on expanding your skills and knowledge to ensure you can add maximum value in the workplace.If you’re seeking a career change, you can enter the course with no background in IT and graduate ready for employment in a broad range of IT positions in private industry, government agencies or research organisations.If you have an IT background, you can update your qualifications and future proof your career, with several entry options available that recognise industry experience and previous study, allowing you to reduce your study time.

By choosing UNE, you are choosing an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award UNE the maximum 5-star ratings in The Good Universities Guide for Overall Experience and Student Support.

Career outcomes

Information technology graduates are in high demand in many fields. With future fit skills and up-to-date technical knowledge, career options include, but are not limited to:

software development
systems analysis and design
consultant
internet and e-commerce
IT educator
systems management and administration.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Database Management Systems
Software Development Studio
Web Programming
Software Project Management
Advanced Web Programming
User Experience and Interaction Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 72 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2022-06-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2022-06-17 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2022-05-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2023-02-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-02-18 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2022-11-30 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

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TOEFL^® IBT

Credits

96 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Disciplines

Informatics & Information Sciences User Experience Design Software Engineering View 48 other Masters in Software Engineering in Australia

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

Bring your tomorrow closer

TOEFL^® IBT

Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS Code 047297A

A candidate shall hold:

an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification; or
an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification with a major in a relevant discipline*; or
an AQF Level 8 Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours qualification in a relevant discipline*; or
for an international student, hold an AQF Level 7 Bachelor qualification from an overseas institution and be studying on a full-time fee-paying basis at the UNE Sydney Campus.

*Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to the following:

Computing Science
Data Science
Information Systems
Information Technology
Mathematics
Software Engineering
Statistics

Tuition Fee

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International

31600 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 31600 AUD per year during 12 months.
National

20504 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 20504 AUD per year during 12 months.

Commonwealth Supported Place (quotas apply): $8,220

Living costs for Armidale

1500 - 2100 AUD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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