Overview

The Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) course is concerned with the mastery of theoretical knowledge and practical skills related to the design, construction, operation, support and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) solutions.

This course will provide students with advanced skills and state-of-the-art techniques used in the design and construction of IT solutions, as well as research skills needed to assess the effectiveness of IT solution or technology.

Students will gain specialist skills and become capable of working with information technology solutions at an advanced level.

This Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) at Swinburne University of Technology provides graduates with knowledge and skills allowing them to undertake professional work at an advanced level in field of Information and Communication Technologies, and as a pathway for research and further learning.

The Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) allows IT graduates to further specialise or supplement their knowledge in selected IT areas.

Career opportunities

This program addresses the issues and technologies that are being widely adopted in industry. Graduates will be equipped for employment in IT and network positions.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

User-Centred Design
Cloud Computing Architecture
Web Application Development
Big Data
Technology Enquiry Project
Technology Design Project
Technology Innovation Project

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-03-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-02-26 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2024-12-03 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2025-08-04 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-30 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-04 00:00:00 , International

More details

International: It is strongly advised that they consider applying at least three months in advance of their intake’s start date.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

150 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 105 other Masters in Information Technology (IT) in Australia

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code 061755G

Admission to the Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) is available to applicants who have completed a recognised bachelor degree in information technology related discipline covering at least the fundamental knowledge of computer programming, web system development, database, and business applications of computer systems.

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 70%, all skills 65%
Or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.

Tuition Fee

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International

30180 AUD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30180 AUD per year during 24 months.

Living costs for Melbourne

1501 - 2659 AUD /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Information Technology (Professional Computing).

Available Scholarships

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