Information technology
Why study Information technology?
Our postgraduate coursework program caters for IT graduates and students from other disciplines. Gain advanced knowledge and skills in IT, ICT and computer networks. You may combine your studies with a MBA.
See the Research tab for information about Master's by research, or PhD.
Career opportunities
There is a great demand for graduates in information and communication technology. Careers include systems analyst, information technology consultant, information systems administrator, software and applications trainer, systems engineering, security engineer and telecommunications. Graduates of the computer networks programs are prepared for work in data communications and networks, networks and systems security, network design, network management, application protocol, protocol and network engineering, and wireless networks. Double degree graduates with MBA are in demand for their business, management and IT skills. You can work in organisations specialising in hardware and software development, and in the design and development of technological systems such as computer networks, telecommunications and wireless systems.
Courses
Local students
2013
Graduate Diploma in Computer Science
- Duration :
- 1 year full time or part-time equivalent
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 (March)
- Campus:
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This course forms the first year of the Master of Information Technology.This program enables graduates of other disciplines to enter the field of computing.
- Prerequisite
- Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or approved international equivalent. No previous knowledge of computer science is required or assumed. Preference is given to applicants who have demonstrated a high level of academic achievement and who have successfully completed at least year 12 mathematics.
- Fee amount
- Indicative (2013): $21 600 for 120 credit points.
- How to apply
- Apply directly to the University up to two weeks prior to the commencement of the course. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
- Professional recognition
- This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
- Full course details
- Computer Science (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne
Graduate Diploma in Information Technology
- Duration :
- 1 year full-time or up to 5 years part-time.
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (February and July)
- Campus:
- Bendigo
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This course aims to provide a general professional qualification in information technology (IT) to graduates with a grounding in the discipline who seek to broaden or deepen their knowledge of using computers. Core subjects provide a foundation in information systems, software development and computer networking.
- Prerequisite
- Undergraduate degree in IT, or any discipline other than IT and successful completion of the subjects Business Programming Concepts and Information Systems or their equivalents.
- Fee amount
- Indicative (2012): $20,580 per 120 credit points.
- How to apply
- Apply directly to the University up to two weeks prior to the commencement of the course. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form . Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
- Professional recognition
- The course is accredited for associate level membership of the Australian Computer Society.
- Full course details
- Information Technology (Graduate Diploma)Bendigo
Master of Information and Communication Technology
- Duration :
- 2 years full-time or up to 4 years part-time.
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Campus:
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This program is for graduates with an information technology, computer science, computer engineering or a communication and electronic engineering background. Students gain advanced knowledge and skills in the development and application of information and communication technologies.
- Prerequisite
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, information technology, computer engineering, electronic engineering or communication/telecommunication engineering.
- Fee amount
- Indicative (2012): $14,250 per 120 credit points.
- How to apply
- Apply directly to the University up to two weeks prior to the commencement of the course. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form . Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
- Professional recognition
- The course leads to Professional Level membership of the Australian Computer Society.
- Full course details
- Information and Communication Technology (Master)Melbourne
Master of Information Technology
- Duration :
- 2 years full-time or up to 4 years part-time.
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Campus:
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This course is aimed at graduates without an information technololgy (IT) background. It aims to prepare them for rewarding employment in the IT industry, introducing important fundamental computer science topics such as programming, database systems and computer networks, progressing to advanced topics in software engineering, database systems, intelligent systems, internet computing, or computer networks (including web-based multimedia and e-commerce systems).
Students can complete the degree entirely by coursework, or incorporate an industrial software engineering team project and an elective minor research thesis. Students with prior knowledge of programming and data structures may move more rapidly to advanced topics. - Prerequisite
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in any discipline.
- Fee amount
- Indicative (2012): $20,580 (per 120 credit points)
- Additional information
- Students without the appropriate computer science background may be required to commence three weeks earlier than semester start dates to undertake accelerated first-year computer science subjects.
- How to apply
- Apply directly to the University up to two weeks prior to the commencement of the course. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
- Professional recognition
- The course is accredited for professional level membership of the Australian Computer Society.
- Full course details
- Information Technology (Master)Melbourne
Master of Information Technology (Computer Networks)
- Duration :
- 2 years full-time or up to 4 years part time.
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Campus:
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- The combination of core and specialised subjects in this course is aimed at giving students the skills to work in network administration. It encompasses the knowledge necessary for roles in data communications and networks, networks and systems security, network design and network management, application protocol and wireless networks.
Students may complete the degree entirely by coursework, or include an industrial team project or undertake a minor thesis in the area of computer networks if they wish to progress to a PhD. Core studies include fundamental and intermediate programming using Java, fundamental IT-related mathematics, algorithms and data structures, system design engineering fundamentals, and a software engineering project. - Prerequisite
- Three-year undergraduate degree in any discipline, or equivalent. Knowledge of C programming is an advantage.
- Fee amount
- Indicative (2012): $20,580 per 120 credit points.
- Additional information
- Students without the appropriate computer science background may be required to commence three weeks earlier than semester start dates to undertake accelerated first-year computer science subjects.
A seminar program is an integral part of the course. It covers ethical, professional, and social issues relevant to the IT industry. Compulsory tutorials are held throughout the year; students who do not attend are not permitted to graduate. - How to apply
- Apply directly to the University up to two weeks prior to the commencement of the course. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form . Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
- Professional recognition
- The course leads to Professional Level membership of the Australian Computer Society.
- Full course details
- Information Technology (Computer Networks) (Master)Melbourne
Master of Information Technology / Master of Business Administration
- Duration :
- 2 years full-time or up to 4 years part-time.
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Campus:
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This program combines a specialist postgraduate degree in information technology with the broad-based foundation in business and management offered by the Master of Business Administration (MBA).
- Prerequisite
- Australian Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science, information technology or computer engineering.
- Fee amount
- Indicative (2013): $20 790 per 120 credit points.
- Additional information
- The MBA start date is 21 September.
- How to apply
- Apply directly to the University up to two weeks prior to the commencement of the course. Download, complete and submit a postgraduate coursework application form. Please ensure you also provide all supplementary information required.
- Professional recognition
- Graduates are elegible for Professional Level membership of the Australian Computer Society.
- Full course details
- Information Technology/Business Administration (Master)Melbourne
How to apply?
Methods of application vary from course to course. Please see the course entry above for details of how to apply for the course you are interested in.
Fees and scholarships
Postgraduate coursework programs are either:
- Fee-paying (where you pay the full cost of the course). FEE-HELP is available.
- CSP (Commonwealth Supported Place), subsidised by the Commonwealth Government where you pay a contribution towards course costs. HECS-HELP is available.
Students enrolled for certain postgraduate coursework programs may be eligible for student income support.
International students
2013
Graduate Diploma in Computer Science (002096D)
- Duration :
- 1 year
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 24 370
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This course forms the first year of the Master of Information Technology.This program enables graduates of other disciplines to enter the field of computing. Melbourne
- English Language Requirements
- IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Melbourne - Academic entry requirements
- An Australian Bachelor's degree in any discipline, or approved international equivalent. Preference is given to applicants who have studied Year 12 Mathematics, including calculus or equivalent. Melbourne
- Professional recognition
- This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society. Melbourne
- Full course details
- Computer Science (Graduate Diploma)Melbourne
Master of Information and Communication Technology (061684F)
- Duration :
- 2 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 18 880
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This program is for graduates with an information technology, computer science, computer engineering or a communication and electronic engineering background. Students gain advanced knowledge and skills in the development and application of information and communication technologies.
- English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Melbourne- Academic entry requirements
- An Australian Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, computer engineering or communication/telecommunication engineering, or approved international equivalent. Melbourne
- Professional recognition
- This course leads to professional level membership of the Australian Computer Society. Melbourne
- Full course details
- Information and Communication Technology (Master)Melbourne
Master of Information Technology (037928B)
- Duration :
- 2 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 25 060
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- This course is aimed at graduates without an information technololgy (IT) background. It aims to prepare them for rewarding employment in the IT industry, introducing important fundamental computer science topics such as programming, database systems and computer networks, progressing to advanced topics in software engineering, database systems, intelligent systems, internet computing, or computer networks (including web-based multimedia and e-commerce systems).
Students can complete the degree entirely by coursework, or incorporate an industrial software engineering team project and an elective minor research thesis. Students with prior knowledge of programming and data structures may move more rapidly to advanced topics. Melbourne - English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Melbourne- Academic entry requirements
- An Australian Bachelor's degree, or approved international equivalent, in any discipline. Melbourne
- Professional recognition
- This course is accredited for professional level membership of the Australian Computer Society. Melbourne
- Full course details
- Information Technology (Master)Melbourne
Master of Information Technology (Computer Networks) (049142D)
- Duration :
- 2 years
- Semester starts :
- Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
- Annual Tution Fee (AUD) :
- 25 060
- Campus
- Melbourne
- Year
- 2013
- Course description
- The combination of core and specialised subjects in this course is aimed at giving students the skills to work in network administration. It encompasses the knowledge necessary for roles in data communications and networks, networks and systems security, network design and network management, application protocol and wireless networks.
Students may complete the degree entirely by coursework, or include an industrial team project or undertake a minor thesis in the area of computer networks if they wish to progress to a PhD. Core studies include fundamental and intermediate programming using Java, fundamental IT-related mathematics, algorithms and data structures, system design engineering fundamentals, and a software engineering project. Melbourne - English Language Requirements
IELTS (Academic): minimum score of 6.5 with no individual band score less than 6.0.
TOEFL Paper-based Test: minimum score of 575 (minimum score of 5 in the Test of Written English).
TOEFL Internet-based Test: minimum score of 80 with minimum overall for SLR 18; W 22.
La Trobe Melbourne (ELICOS): completion of English for Further Studies Advanced Stage 5B Certificate at postgraduate (EFS5 (70 per cent) PG1) level. For more information please visit the La Trobe Melbourne website.
English as the language of instruction in tertiary studies may be accepted.
Please note: English as the language of instruction in previous study will not be accepted as a basis of admission (English)
for courses where the approved test score requirement is above an IELTS 6.5 with no band score lower than 6.0.
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE): minimum score of 64 with no communicative skill score less than 59.
Cambridge Certificate of Advanced English (CAE): a grade of B or higher.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): a grade of C or higher.
Or approved international equivalent. Melbourne- Academic entry requirements
- An Australian Bachelor's degree or approved international equivalent of three years or longer in any discipline. Knowledge of C programming is an advantage. Melbourne
- Additional information
- A seminar program is an integral part of the course. It covers ethical, professional, and social issues relevant to the IT industry. Tutorials are held throughout the year and attendance is required. Students who have not met this requirement will not be permitted to graduate. Melbourne
- Professional recognition
- This course is accredited for professional level membership of the Australian Computer Society. Melbourne
- Full course details
- Information Technology (Computer Networks) (Master)Melbourne
How to apply?
Enquire now about any course for international students or find out how to apply.
Fees and scholarships
Estimated fees for international students are indicated for each course above. Fees are indicative only and set at 120 credit points per course, unless otherwise stated, and may vary depending on the number of credit points in which students enrol. Some courses may vary in credit point load and fees will be adjusted accordingly.
There is also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.
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