Information Technology (Master)
This course information is for international students only
Year
2010
Award
Master of Information Technology
CRICOS course code
037928B
Length
2 years
Campuses
Melbourne
Course description
This course trains graduates with no background in Information Technology and prepares them for rewarding employment in the industry. Students are introduced to important fundamental computer science topics such as programming, database systems and computer networks. Students progress to advanced topics in software engineering, database systems, intelligent systems, internet computing, or computer networks (including web-based multimedia and e-commerce systems). The degree can be completed entirely by coursework or incorporate an industrial software engineering team project and an elective minor research thesis. Students with knowledge of programming and data structures may fast-track to the advanced topics.
Course structure
Core studies include:
- Fundamental and intermediate programming using Java
- The fundamental IT-related mathematics
- Algorithms and data structures
- System design engineering fundamentals
- A software engineering project.
Specialised subjects include: software engineering, artificial intelligence, games technology, databases, network engineering, software engineering and software systems, and web development.
Handbook (2010)
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.Please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange for more information.
Application
Visit our How to Apply website for details on preparing an application.
Tuition fee (AUD)
20 600
The University reserves the right to vary fees on an annual basis. Fees will not normally rise above 7% per annum. Should the University decide to increase its fees, that increase will take effect on 1 January of the following year.
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic) - minimum overall band score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0; or
TOEFL Computer-Based Test - A minimum score of 233 with a score of 5 in essay writing; or
TOEFL Paper-based Test - A minimum score of 575 with a score of 5 or more in the test of Written English; or
TOEFL Internet-based Test - A minimum score of 88 with no individual score less than 22; or
Completion of the English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B certificate at PG (postgraduate) level available from the La Trobe University Language Centre; or
Approved equivalent.
Academic entry requirements
An Australian Bachelor's degree or approved international equivalent in any discipline.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
For actual course commencement dates, please visit the calendar.Additional information
This course commences three weeks prior to the normal commencement date of Semester 1 (March) and Semester 2 (July). Mid-year entry is now available for classes to commence in September 2010.
Professional recognition
This course is accredited for professional level membership of the Australian Computer Society.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scitecheng
Contact information
Online Enquiry
Future students: 61 3 9627 4805
In Australia (freecall): 1800 619 768
Current students and enquires relating to submitted applications:
61 3 9479 1199
international@latrobe.edu.au