A broad, technical and flexible degree, Master of Information Technology at the University of Newcastle equips graduates with critical skills and knowledge required to work as an IT professional. Students can choose to undertake a specialisation course aligning with their career goals.
Studying Master of Information Technology (MIT) at the University of Newcastle
The Master of Information Technology program at the University of Newcastle offers the following benefits to aspiring students:
- Flexible study options to suit personal and professional needs
- Enhanced career opportunities by developing advanced research and analytical skills essential to organisations adopting new technologies or processes
- The opportunity to specialise in two key interest areas – business analytics and management information systems.
- MIT helps develop advanced research and analytical skills that are essential to organisations adopting new technologies or processes.
What you will study
The program duration is two-years full time and consists of the following study areas:
Core courses:
- Database Management 1
- Systems Analysis and Design
- Process Analysis and Problem Solving
- Object Orientated Programming
- Project Planning and Management
- Professional Practice in IT
- Information Technology Project
In addition to the core courses, students will be required to complete eight other courses depending on the specialisation area they choose to study. Students have the option to complete the MIT degree without any specialisation courses.
Career opportunities
MIT graduates are equipped with the skills required to manage IT projects effectively and professionally. With diverse career opportunities, some of the career paths are
- Business analyst
- Database developer
- Project manager
- Systems analyst
- Web developer
- Software developer
Requirements, intake dates and location
Academic Requirement:
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.
- Students with a three year Bachelor degree in a related field of study* are eligible to undertake a 120 unit program that can be completed in 1.5 years full time or 3 years part-time.
AQF Level 8 entry:
- Students with a four year Bachelor Honours degree in a non-related field of study to Information Technology will study between 120 – 160 units. Students will be advised of specific program requirements depending on the content of previous studies.
- Students with a Graduate Certificate in a non-related field of study to Information Technology will study between 140 – 160 units. Students will be advised of specific program requirements depending on the content of previous studies.
- Students with a Graduate Diploma in a non-related field of study to Information Technology will study between 120 – 140 units. Students will be advised of specific program requirements depending on the content of previous studies.
- Students with a Graduate Diploma in a related field of study* are eligible to undertake a 120 unit program which can be completed in 1.5 years full time or 3 years part-time.
- Students with a four year Bachelor Honours degree in a related field of study* are eligible to undertake the 80 unit program which can be completed in 1-year full time or 2 years part-time.
*Senior level examples: senior analyst/programmer, senior developer, senior software engineering, senior business analyst, IT manager**Related fields of study may include but are not limited to IT, computing and technology
English Requirement: IELTS score of overall 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 or equivalent
Intake: Trimester 1, Trimester 2 and Trimester 3.
Location: Newcastle, Sydney CBD and Online.
Fee and Scholarship
The 2020 indicative yearly program fee is AUD 38,370 (based on a full-year full-time load of 80 units).
Scholarships:
- The Engineering and Technology Postgraduate Coursework Scholarship offers a partial fee-waiver, valued at up to AU$6,000 per year (AU$3,000 per semester) for up to 3 years (https://www.newcastle.edu.au/scholarships/international-engineering-scholarships)
For more information on available scholarships, visit the link
(https://www.newcastle.edu.au/scholarships/international-engineering-scholarships)
Accreditation
This degree is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.