Overview

The Information Technology program offered by Macquarie Universityhas been specially designed to train those who have an undergraduate qualification in an area other than IT how to harness the power of technology to solve complex problems and drive innovation across a range of industries. The first year of the degree is an accelerated equivalent of an IT bachelor degree and the second year is structured around advanced units, so you’ll graduate with a specialised, competitive and transferrable skillset that will help you fast track your career in this booming field.

Key Features

- Undertake one of three in-demand specialisations
  Study Applied Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security or Information Systems and develop focused sought-after expertise.
- Complete a supervised research project or industry internship
  Conduct research or work experience in your chosen area of specialisation to produce creative solutions to complex IT issues.
- Gain a competitive edge over your peers
  Showcase to employers your cross-disciplinary value by demonstrating your new IT skills alongside your existing knowledge.
- Build a career in information technology
  Study a degree specially designed for students without an IT qualification.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Computer Programming
Database Design and Management
Management of IT Systems and Projects
Networking and Cloud Computing
System Analysis and Design
Cyber Security

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-06 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-11 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-02 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-09 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Sydney, Australia

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 118 other Masters in Information Technology (IT) in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 083790M

AQF level 7 Bachelor qualification or recognised equivalent
Bachelor’s qualification' relates to an AQF level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent.
With recognition of prior learning (RPL), you could get credit for your prior study and experience, reducing the duration of your studies. Credit is awarded for formal and informal or non-formal learning. You’ll need to apply for RPL once you receive your offer to study at Macquarie.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

46300 AUD / year

≈ 46300 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

34400 AUD / year

≈ 34400 AUD / year

Living costs

Sydney

Australia

1882 - 3547 AUD / month

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

Funding

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