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Information technology

Master of Information Technology

Develop advanced technology and management capability through specialisations in artificial intelligence, big data, cyber security, data science, health informatics, security management and software development.

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Master of Information Technology
Duration
2 years full-time
Level
AQF Level 9
CRICOS
115624A
Intakes
4 a year (Terms 1–4)
English
IELTS 6.5
Tuition
A$50,000

Course overview

The Master of Information Technology combines six core technology and management units with one of seven specialisations. You also complete two electives and either two Professional Practice units or one Work Integrated Learning (WIL) unit.

Course structure

The course totals 240 credit points across eight study periods. Core, specialisation and elective units are normally studied two at a time. Your chosen Professional Practice or WIL pathway completes the course.

Core units
6 × 15 cp
Specialisation
4 × 15 cp
Electives
2 × 15 cp
Professional practice or WIL
60 cp

Core units

  • MGT9802
    Applied Digital Business and Technology Contexts
    15 cp
  • MIT9801
    Risk Management
    15 cp
  • MIT9802
    Professional Ethics in Information Technology
    15 cp
  • MGT9801
    Leadership and Management
    15 cp
  • MIT9804
    Web Development and Web Security
    15 cp
  • MGT9900
    Project Management
    15 cp

Professional Practice or Work Integrated Learning

Choose one of the following 60-credit-point pathways. You complete either Professional Practice or Work Integrated Learning, not both.

Option 1

Professional Practice

Complete both 30-credit-point units.

  • MGT9902Professional Engagement30 cp · Study Period 7
  • MGT9903Consultancy Management Project30 cp · Study Period 8
OR
Option 2

Work Integrated Learning

WIL9900 · 60 cp

The unit includes a 12-week work placement in Study Periods 7 and 8.

Before enrolling in WIL9900, you must have completed at least 180 credit points. Contact the course coordinator for placement requirements.

Specialisations

Choose one specialisation. Each specialisation contains four 15-credit-point units scheduled across the course.

Master of Information Technology

Specialisation: Artificial Intelligence

  • ART9800
    Study Period 1
    Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals
    15 cp
  • ART9801
    Study Period 3
    Machine Learning and Intelligent Systems
    Prerequisite: ART9800
    15 cp
  • ART9900
    Study Period 5
    AI Engineering
    Prerequisite: ART9800
    15 cp
  • ART9901
    Study Period 6
    Natural Language Processing and Applications
    Prerequisite: ART9800 and ART9801
    15 cp
Master of Information Technology

Specialisation: Big Data

  • BDT9800
    Study Period 1
    Big Data Foundations
    15 cp
  • BDT9801
    Study Period 3
    Data Warehousing and Data Engineering
    Prerequisite: BDT9800
    15 cp
  • BDT9900
    Study Period 5
    Big Data Analytics
    Prerequisite: BDT9800 and BDT9801
    15 cp
  • BDT9901
    Study Period 6
    Big Data Strategy and Governance
    Prerequisite: BDT9800 and BDT9801
    15 cp
Master of Information Technology

Specialisation: Cyber Security

  • CYB9800
    Study Period 1
    Cyber Threat Intelligence and Analysis
    15 cp
  • CYB9801
    Study Period 3
    Ethical Hacking and Vulnerability Assessment
    15 cp
  • CYB9900
    Study Period 5
    Digital Forensics and Incident Response
    Prerequisite: CYB9800
    15 cp
  • CYB9901
    Study Period 6
    Security Operations and Cyber Defence
    Prerequisite: CYB9800 and CYB9900
    15 cp
Master of Information Technology

Specialisation: Data Science

  • DSC9800
    Study Period 1
    Foundations of Data Science
    15 cp
  • DSC9801
    Study Period 3
    Statistical Modelling and Predictive Analytics
    Prerequisite: DSC9800
    15 cp
  • DSC9900
    Study Period 5
    Applied Machine Learning
    Prerequisite: DSC9800
    15 cp
  • DSC9901
    Study Period 6
    Advanced Data Science Applications
    Prerequisite: DSC9800, DSC9801 and DSC9900
    15 cp
Master of Information Technology

Specialisation: Health Informatics

  • HIT9800
    Study Period 1
    Health Informatics Foundations
    15 cp
  • HIT9801
    Study Period 3
    Healthcare Data and Information Management
    15 cp
  • HIT9900
    Study Period 5
    Digital Health Technologies
    Prerequisite: HIT9800 and HIT9801
    15 cp
  • HIT9901
    Study Period 6
    Health Informatics Governance and Analytics
    Prerequisite: HIT9800, HIT9801 and HIT9900
    15 cp
Master of Information Technology

Specialisation: Security Management

  • MIT9800
    Study Period 1
    Information Security Strategy Management
    15 cp
  • MIT9803
    Study Period 3
    Network Security Management
    15 cp
  • MIT9900
    Study Period 5
    Cloud Security
    15 cp
  • MIT9905
    Study Period 6
    IT Security Governance
    15 cp
Master of Information Technology

Specialisation: Software Development

  • SFT9800
    Study Period 1
    Software Engineering and Architecture
    15 cp
  • SFT9801
    Study Period 3
    Secure Software Development
    Prerequisite: SFT9800
    15 cp
  • SFT9900
    Study Period 5
    Cloud Computing Applications
    Prerequisite: SFT9800
    15 cp
  • SFT9901
    Study Period 6
    Software Development Project and Delivery
    Prerequisite: SFT9800
    15 cp

Entry requirements

International students
A bachelor's degree, or a qualification equivalent to AQF Level 7 or 8 (or overseas equivalent), preferably in a computing, IT or related discipline.
Domestic students
AQF Level 7 or 8 (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline.
English language
IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. An overall score of 6.5 is required, with a minimum of 6.0 in each band.

Fees

  • A$50,000 total course fee
  • Enrolment fee: A$250 (non-refundable)
  • Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) is additional and required for student-visa holders

Course questions

Which specialisations are available?

Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cyber Security, Data Science, Health Informatics, Security Management, Software Development.

How are units scheduled?

Core, specialisation and elective units are normally studied two-at-a-time. The Professional Practice or WIL pathway is scheduled in the final two study periods.

Do I complete both Professional Practice and WIL?

No. Choose one 60-credit-point pathway: both 30-credit-point Professional Practice units, or the 60-credit-point Work Integrated Learning unit.

Can I apply for credit for previous study or experience?

You can request credit when you apply. Credit is assessed under TITAN's policy and procedure on credit, recognition of prior learning and advanced standing. Contact Admissions for the current application form and supporting document requirements.

How do I apply?

See the admissions page for application steps and required documents.

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