Overview
As well as providing foundation IT skills for entrants with limited IT experience, the Master of Information Technology at the University of Newcastle provides opportunities for experienced IT professionals to enhance and apply their skills within emerging technology driven growth areas including IT, Communications, Management, Business and entrepreneurship.
Career
With the flexibility to tailor your Master of Information Technology to best suit your career development needs, you will be able to hit the ground running with your newly attained specialist expertise.
Upon graduation, you will be capable of approaching complex problems with a level head, able to manage IT projects effectively and professionally, and have the technical expertise required to take on positions in electronic commerce, information systems, games development, technology management, health informatics or business systems and management.
Your career opportunities are quite diverse with possible career paths as a:
- business analyst
- database developer
- project manager
- systems analyst
- web developer
- software developer
More information
Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Database Management
- Object Oriented Programming
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Project Planning and Management
- Professional Practice in IT
- Information Technology Project
- Process Analysis and Problem Solving
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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More details
It is recommended you submit your application a minimum of 12 weeks before your intended semester or trimester start date.
Language
English
Credits
160 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Disciplines
Informatics & Information Sciences Computer Sciences View 114 other Masters in Informatics & Information Sciences in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS code: 083517F
AQF Level 7 entry:
- Students with a three year Bachelor degree in a non-related field of study to Information Technology are eligible to undertake the 160 unit program which can be completed in 2 years full time or 4 years part time.
- Students with a three year Bachelor degree in a non-related field of study to Information Technology, who also hold a minimum of two years of relevant senior level industry experience will study between 120 – 160 units. Students will be advised of specific program requirements depending on the content of previous work experience.
Tuition Fee
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International
38340 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 38340 AUD per year and a duration of 24 months. -
National
23755 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 23755 AUD per year and a duration of 24 months.
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.
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