Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing)

Provider:

Swinburne University of Technology (Sydney)

Course Code:

MA-ITPC1

CRICOS Code:

061755G

Qualification Level:

Masters, Postgraduate

Course Area:

Information Technology

Duration:

2-Year

Study Mode:

Full Time

Location:

Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia

Course Fees:

AUD 60,260 Per Course

Delivery Mode:

On Campus

Target:

International

Intake:

February, June, September

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Course Overview

The Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) 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 you with advanced skills and introduces state-of-the-art techniques used in the design and construction of IT solutions, as well as the research skills needed to assess the effectiveness of a solution or technology. You will gain specialist skills and become capable of working with information technology solutions at an advanced level.

This course provides graduates with knowledge and skills allowing them to seek professional work at an advanced level in the field of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), 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

Course Structure

To qualify for the award of Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing), students must complete 12 units of study (150 credit points) as follows:

4 Core units (50 credit points)

COS70004 User-Centred Design
COS80001 Cloud Computing Architecture
COS80021 Web Application Development
COS80023 Big Data

1 Specialisation (100 credit points) consisting of:

2 Core units (25 credit points)
4 Technology projects (75 credit points)

Students may choose one of the following specialisations:

Data Analytics
Software Development
Cybersecurity

Credits can be granted for prior study.

Entry Requirement

Admission Requirements
Academic Entry Requirements	Recognised Bachelor degree in IT related discipline covering at least the fundamental knowledge of computer programming, web system development, database, and business applications of computer systems. If you do not have an IT background or IT related degree you may be able to apply for our 16-unit Master of Information Technology.

Language Requirement
English Language Requirements	International students Satisfactory completion of one of the following: minimum IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0 TOEFL iBT (internet-based) minimum score of 79 with a reading band no less than 18 and writing band no less than 20 Pearson (PTE) minimum score of 58 (no communicative skills less than 50) any other equivalent assessment of English language proficiency.

Language Requirement

English Language Requirements

International students

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

minimum IELTS overall band of 6.5 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0

TOEFL iBT (internet-based) minimum score of 79 with a reading band no less than 18 and writing band no less than 20

Pearson (PTE) minimum score of 58 (no communicative skills less than 50)

any other equivalent assessment of English language proficiency.

Subjects

Subject Name	Subject Type	Fees
2 Unmatched Electives	Core
1 Unmatched Elective	Core
Enterprise Network Server Administration	Core
IS/IT Risk Management	Core
Strategic Project Management	Core
Applied Research Project	Core
Secure Networks	Core
Networks and Switching	Elective
Network Administration	Core
Applied Research Methods	Core
Internship Project	Elective
User-Centred Design	Core
Data Communications and Security	Elective
Object Oriented Programming	Core
Internet Security	Core

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.

Internship or Work Placements

Students in this course can apply to undertake an internship as an elective unit. Internships offer students a valuable opportunity to apply practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the workplace during their final semester. Projects may include system design and development, research and development projects, business analysis, testing and IT and network support. Internships are unpaid.