Overview

The Information Technology programme from Australian Catholic University (Online) equip you with practical skills, professional confidence, and a strong understanding of ethical practice so you can manage and protect the systems that keep businesses and industries running.

Whether you’re entering the IT field, pivoting careers or advancing your technical expertise, the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology provides a strong foundation and a clear pathway into the Master of Information Technology.

Both courses focus on real-world application, professional practice and responsible technology use, supported by industry-aligned curriculum, dedicated faculty guidance, and flexible online delivery.

Career

ACU’s fully online information technology courses are designed to support long-term career growth across a broad IT landscape. Begin with the graduate certificate to build essential skills and a robust foundation. Then progress seamlessly into the Master of Information Technology to deepen your expertise and move into more advanced or leadership-focused roles.

Programme Structure

Build a strong foundation across the core areas of information technology, including programming, systems, networking, cybersecurity and data management. Through practical learning aligned to real-world IT environments, you’ll develop the skills and confidence to apply what you learn from day one.
Designed for career-changers, upskillers and professionals looking to transition into IT or progress to further postgraduate study, this course provides a supported pathway into the tech sector – helping you build capability, credibility and momentum for what comes next.

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-07 00:00:00
Starting 2026-10-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-29 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-20 00:00:00
Starting 2027-04-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-14 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

40 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 31 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.

English requirements

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

Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS - 00004G

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

19084 AUD / year

≈ 19084 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4767 AUD / year

≈ 4767 AUD / year

Funding

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Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

Embark on your journey with the Studyportals Scholarship! We're giving away a total of 20,000 euros to help you achieve your dream of studying abroad.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Information Technology.

Available Scholarships

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