Master of Information Technology

Course Overview

The Master of Information Technology (MIT) is designed to enable those with a degree in non IT areas to develop skills and knowledge that will allow them to enter the field of information technology. Students entering the Master of Information Technology from cognate bachelor degrees (e.g. bachelor degree in IT or Computer Science) are eligible for potential unit substitution for one or more of the foundational units within the course.

The course provides a solid base in all of the key foundational and important areas of IT, and provides the opportunity for students to specialise and develop deep knowledge within specific areas of IT.

The Master of Information Technology has been designed to meet the current and growing skill shortage in IT, particularly in the areas of Cyber Security,  Computer Networking and Artificial Intelligence. Students may select from advanced units covering key aspects of Cyber Security, Enterprise Networks or Artificial Intelligence and graduate with a specialisation in these areas. There are two electives in the MIT, one of which can be from a field other than IT. The course includes a capstone Applied Project unit that ensures that competence in the application of skills and knowledge is demonstrated to current and/or prospective employers.

Course Structure

Master of Information Technology

The following table shows the pre-requisites for all the units.

Units Prerequisites
ICT5201 – Research Methods and Data Analysis ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security ICT5150 – Information Systems
ICT6001 – Applied Project ICT5201 – Research Methods and Data Analysis
ICT5253 – Cloud Architectures and Solutions ICT5150 – Information Systems and ICT5151 – Data and Information Management
ICT5350 – Securing IT Systems ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5351 – Cyber Defence ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5352 – Cyber Security Management ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5354 – Enterprise Network Design ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5355 – Emerging Network Technologies ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5356 – Principles of Artificial Intelligence ICT5150 – Information Systems
ICT5357 – Problem-solving and Decision-Making with Machine Learning ICT5356 – Principles of Artificial Intelligence
ICT5358 – Unleashing the Power of Generative AI Models ICT5356 – Principles of Artificial Intelligence
Master of Information Technology with Specialisation in Cyber Security

The following table shows the pre-requisites for all the units.

Units Prerequisites
ICT5201 – Research Methods and Data Analysis ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security ICT5150 – Information Systems
ICT6001 – Applied Project ICT5201 – Research Methods and Data Analysis
ICT5253 – Cloud Architectures and Solutions ICT5150 – Information Systems and ICT5151 – Data and Information Management
ICT5350 – Securing IT Systems ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5351 – Cyber Defence ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5352 – Cyber Security Management ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5354 – Enterprise Network Design ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5355 – Emerging Network Technologies ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5356 – Principles of Artificial Intelligence ICT5150 – Information Systems
ICT5357 – Problem-solving and Decision-Making with Machine Learning ICT5356 – Principles of Artificial Intelligence
ICT5358 – Unleashing the Power of Generative AI Models ICT5356 – Principles of Artificial Intelligence
Master of Information Technology with Specialisation in Enterprise Networks

The following table shows the pre-requisites for all the units.

Units Prerequisites
ICT5201 – Research Methods and Data Analysis ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security ICT5150 – Information Systems
ICT6001 – Applied Project ICT5201 – Research Methods and Data Analysis
ICT5253 – Cloud Architectures and Solutions ICT5150 – Information Systems and ICT5151 – Data and Information Management
ICT5350 – Securing IT Systems ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5351 – Cyber Defence ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5352 – Cyber Security Management ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5354 – Enterprise Network Design ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5355 – Emerging Network Technologies ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5356 – Principles of Artificial Intelligence ICT5150 – Information Systems
ICT5357 – Problem-solving and Decision-Making with Machine Learning ICT5356 – Principles of Artificial Intelligence
ICT5358 – Unleashing the Power of Generative AI Models ICT5356 – Principles of Artificial Intelligence
Master of Information Technology with Specialisation in Artificial Intelligence

The following table shows the pre-requisites for all the units.

Units Prerequisites
ICT5201 – Research Methods and Data Analysis ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security ICT5150 – Information Systems
ICT6001 – Applied Project ICT5201 – Research Methods and Data Analysis
ICT5253 – Cloud Architectures and Solutions ICT5150 – Information Systems and ICT5151 – Data and Information Management
ICT5350 – Securing IT Systems ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5351 – Cyber Defence ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5352 – Cyber Security Management ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5354 – Enterprise Network Design ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5355 – Emerging Network Technologies ICT5250 – Computer Networks and Security
ICT5356 – Principles of Artificial Intelligence ICT5150 – Information Systems
ICT5357 – Problem-solving and Decision-Making with Machine Learning ICT5356 – Principles of Artificial Intelligence
ICT5358 – Unleashing the Power of Generative AI Models ICT5356 – Principles of Artificial Intelligence

Admission Requirements

The following admission criteria apply to all applicants to courses at APIC that lead to the award of an AQF Level 9 qualification. Additional English language requirements for international students are provided in the next tab.

  • Applicants must have successfully completed a Bachelor’s degree (AQF 7) or higher, awarded by a recognised university or higher education institution, in any discipline; OR
  • Applicants who have completed a postgraduate preparation program.

For more information on admission requirements, please refer to the APIC Admission Policy.

All applicants from a non-English speaking background applying to any postgraduate course at APIC must satisfy the following additional English language requirements: 

  • IELTS Academic: overall band score of 6.5 or higher, with a minimum score of 6.0 in writing and speaking; OR
  • IBT (Internet-based TOEFL): overall score of 79 with a writing section minimum of 21 and speaking 18; OR
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): Overall score 180, writing and speaking 180; OR
  • Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): Overall 176 with a writing and speaking minimum score of 169: OR
  • PTE Academic Module with a minimum score of 58 with a writing and speaking section minimum of 50.

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Course Learning Outcomes

Graduates of MIT will be able to:

  • Master the core body of information technology knowledge.
  • Articulate project and IT systems management issues and principles.
  • Appraise current and emerging approaches and technologies in information technology.
  • Integrate ethical considerations into IT solutions and professional practices.
  • Communicate complex information technology concepts and solutions to specialists, non-specialists, and collaborators.
  • Create justifiable innovative solutions to complex information technology problems through independent research, industry standard technologies and methodologies.
Accreditation
  • APIC courses are nationally accredited and registered by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and included in the National Register of Higher Education Providers.
  • APIC is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). MIT CRICOS Code is 108729F.
Skill Development
  • Information Technology
  • Enterprise Networks
  • System Design
  • Cyber Defence
  • IT Systems Security
  • Data Management
  • Project Management
  • Cloud Architecture

Career Outcomes

ICT Account Managers

ICT Business Analysts

ICT Business and Systems Analysts

ICT Business Development Managers

ICT Customer Support Officers

ICT Managers

ICT Project Managers

ICT Quality Assurance Engineers

ICT Sales Assistants

ICT Sales Professionals

ICT Sales Representatives

ICT Security Specialists

ICT Support and Test Engineers

ICT Support Engineers

ICT Support Technicians

ICT Systems Test Engineers

ICT Trainers

Network Administration

Network Analysis

Computer Network and System Engineering

Data Scientist

AI Research Scientist

Cloud Computing and Security

AI/Machine Learning Engineer

AI Consultant

Free
Duration 2 Years Full-Time
(104 Weeks)
Intakes Feb, Jun, Sep
CRICOS 108729F
Subjects 12
Locations SYD | MEL | BNE
International Students Fee $43,200
Domestic Students Fee $31,200
Scholarships Available