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Information technology

Why research Information technology?

We have an outstanding research record and a wide variety of research interests and opportunities. Collaborate with the best minds in your field locally and internationally. Our successful partner programs with business and research organisations achieve valuable research and consultancy outcomes, produce work-ready graduates and allow us to negotiate high-quality industry placements. We are a member of Innovative Research Universities (IRU) Australia that attracts more than $340 million in annual funding.

Research specialisations

For more information on research in the Faculty of Science, Technology and Engineering please visit our school and department pages page.

Career opportunities

Graduates are prepared for work in government, business, research organisations and academia locally and abroad.

Courses

Local students

Information technology courses (Mid year entry)
Offer year	Course title	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts
2011	Doctor of Philosophy	Melbourne Bendigo Albury-Wodonga	4 years full-time or up to 10 years part-time	Anytime
Doctor of Philosophy continued… Course description Areas of study available in this doctoral program include: agricultural science; behavioural science and psychology; biochemistry; botany; chemistry; civil engineering; computer science and computer engineering; electronic engineering; environmental management and ecology; genetics; information; mathematics; microbiology; pharmacy; physics; psychology; statistical science; and zoology. Prerequisite Candidates with first-class or H2A Honours degrees may be admitted directly to the PhD program. Others are normally required to enrol in a research Master's program and transfer to a PhD after demonstrating a capacity for independent research at a suitable level. Fee type Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded How to apply Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships Professional recognition Depending on the specific studies chosen, accreditation with a relevant science professional association is possible. Full course details Science, Technology and Engineering (Doctor of Philosophy)Melbourne Science, Technology and Engineering (Doctor of Philosophy)Bendigo Science, Technology and Engineering (Doctor of Philosophy)Albury-Wodonga
2012	Doctor of Philosophy	Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Melbourne	4 years full-time or up to 10 years part-time	Anytime
Doctor of Philosophy continued… Course description Areas of study available in this doctoral program include: agricultural science; behavioural science and psychology; biochemistry; botany; chemistry; civil engineering; computer science and computer engineering; electronic engineering; environmental management and ecology; genetics; information; mathematics; microbiology; pharmacy; physics; psychology; statistical science; and zoology. Prerequisite Candidates with first-class or H2A Honours degrees may be admitted directly to the PhD program. Others are normally required to enrol in a Masters program and transfer to a PhD after demonstrating a capacity for independent research at a suitable level. Fee type Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded How to apply Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships or download, complete and submit a Doctoral form (PDF 1.4MB) Professional recognition Depending on the specific studies chosen, accreditation with a relevant science professional association is possible. Full course details Science, Technology and Engineering (Doctor of Philosophy)Melbourne Science, Technology and Engineering (Doctor of Philosophy)Bendigo Science, Technology and Engineering (Doctor of Philosophy)Albury-Wodonga
2012	Master of Science	Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Melbourne	1-2 years full-time or 2-4 years part-time	Anytime
Master of Science continued… Course description This program enables candidates to pursue research in the following fields: biochemistry: botany: chemistry; environmental management and ecology; genetics; mathematics; microbiology; pharmacy; physics; statistical science; and zoology. Prerequisite Honours degree in relevant discipline with at least H2A result, or equivalent. Applicants with H2B results or equivalent may be considered in some instances. Fee type Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded Additional information Environmental Management and Ecology is offered at the Albury-Wodonga Campus. Pharmacy is offered at the Bendigo Campus. All other major areas of study are offered at the Bundoora Campus. How to apply Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships Professional recognition Depending on the specific studies chosen, accreditation with a relevant professional association is possible. Full course details Science (Master)Melbourne Science (Master)Albury-Wodonga Science (Master)Bendigo
2011	Master of Science	Melbourne Bendigo Albury-Wodonga	1-2 years full-time or 2-4 years part-time	Anytime
Master of Science continued… Course description This program enables candidates to pursue research in the following fields: biochemistry: botany: chemistry; computer science and computer engineering; environmental management and ecology; genetics; information technology; mathematics; microbiology; pharmacy; physics; statistical science; and zoology. Prerequisite Honours degree in relevant discipline, or equivalent. Applicants with H2B results or equivalent may be considered in some instances. Fee type Research Training Scheme (RTS) funded Additional information Environmental Management and Ecology is offered at the Albury-Wodonga campus. Pharmacy is offered at the Bendigo Campus. All other major areas of study are offered at the Bundoora Campus. How to apply Please see candidature and scholarships forms at: www.latrobe.edu.au/research/future/scholarships Professional recognition Depending on the specific studies chosen, accreditation with a relevant professional association is possible. Full course details Science (Master)Melbourne Science (Master)Albury-Wodonga Science (Master)Bendigo

How to apply

You can apply for research candidature at any time. However, applications for research scholarships close on 31 October.

To apply for Master's candidature, you need an Honours degree or Master's Preliminary. For Doctoral (PhD) candidature, you need a Master's or a Bachelor's degree with Honours, usually with a result of at least H2A.

Before applying, it's best to contact a potential academic supervisor and receive in-principle approval for your topic.

Once you've done this, you can download an application form [PDF 1.02Mb] and submit it to La Trobe's Research Services office.

Fees and scholarships

Research degrees are funded by the Commonwealth Government via the Research Training Scheme (RTS) (fees may apply to some components of some Professional Doctorates).

There are a range of scholarships available for local students.

International students

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Information technology international courses
Offer year	Course title (CRICOS)	Campus(es)	Duration	Semester starts	Annual Tuition Fee (AUD)
2011	Doctor of Philosophy (001724M, 006294K, 008712C, 014579G, 072940D, 008710E)	Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Melbourne	4 years	Anytime	$22 650
Doctor of Philosophy continued… Year 2011 Course description Areas of study available in this doctoral program include: agricultural science; behavioural science and psychology; biochemistry; botany; chemistry; civil engineering; computer science and computer engineering; electronic engineering; environmental management and ecology; genetics; information; mathematics; microbiology; pharmacy; physics; psychology; statistical science; and zoology. 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 Melbourne; or Approved equivalent. Academic entry requirements Candidates who hold first-class or upper second-class Honours degrees may be admitted directly to the PhD program. Others will normally be required to enrol initially in a research Master's program and transfer to a PhD program when they have demonstrated their capacity for independent research at a suitable level. Additional information Please note: Botany, computer science and statistical science are only offered at the Melbourne campus. Pharmacy is offered only at the Bendigo campus. Professional recognition Depending on the specific studies chosen, accreditation with a relevant science professional association is possible. Course details Science, Technology and Engineering (Doctor of Philosophy)Melbourne Science, Technology and Engineering (Doctor of Philosophy)Bendigo Science, Technology and Engineering (Doctor of Philosophy)Albury-Wodonga
2012	Doctor of Philosophy (001724M, 006294K, 008712C, 014579G, 072940D, 008710E)	Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Melbourne	4 years	Anytime	$24 230
Doctor of Philosophy continued… Year 2012 Course description Areas of study available in this doctoral program include: agricultural science; behavioural science and psychology; biochemistry; botany; chemistry; civil engineering; computer science and computer engineering; electronic engineering; environmental management and ecology; genetics; information; mathematics; microbiology; pharmacy; physics; psychology; statistical science; and zoology. 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 Candidates who hold first-class or upper second-class Honours degrees may be admitted directly to the PhD program. Others will normally be required to enrol initially in a research Master's program and transfer to a PhD program when they have demonstrated their capacity for independent research at a suitable level. Additional information Please note: Botany, computer science and statistical science are only offered at the Melbourne campus. Pharmacy is offered only at the Bendigo campus. Professional recognition Depending on the specific studies chosen, accreditation with a relevant science professional association is possible. Course details Science, Technology and Engineering (Doctor of Philosophy)Melbourne Science, Technology and Engineering (Doctor of Philosophy)Bendigo Science, Technology and Engineering (Doctor of Philosophy)Albury-Wodonga
2012	Master of Science (071897K)	Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Melbourne	2 years	Anytime	$24 230
Master of Science continued… Year 2012 Course description This program enables candidates to pursue research in the following fields: biochemistry: botany: chemistry; environmental management and ecology; genetics; mathematics; microbiology; pharmacy; physics; statistical science; and zoology. 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 Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelors degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or an approved equivalent. A Masters Preliminary, Postgraduate Diploma or Master's by Coursework with a significant research component may be accepted in lieu of an Honours degree. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances. Additional information Environmental management and ecology is offered at the Albury-Wodonga campus pharmacy is offered at the Bendigo Campus. All other major areas of study are offered at the Melbourne Campus. Professional recognition Depending on the specific studies chosen, accreditation with a relevant professional association is possible. Course details Science (Master)Melbourne Science (Master)Albury-Wodonga Science (Master)Bendigo
2011	Master of Science (071897K)	Albury-Wodonga Bendigo Melbourne	2 years	Anytime	$22 650
Master of Science continued… Year 2011 Course description This program enables candidates to pursue research in the following fields: biochemistry: botany: chemistry; computer science and computer engineering; environmental management and ecology; genetics; information technology; mathematics; microbiology; pharmacy; physics; statistical science; and zoology. 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 Melbourne; or Approved equivalent. Academic entry requirements Applicants must have completed an Australian Bachelors degree with Honours at H1 or H2A level, or an approved equivalent. A Masters Preliminary, Postgraduate Diploma or Master's by Coursework with a significant research component may be accepted in lieu of an Honours degree. Applicants with Honours at H2B level, or equivalent, may be considered in some instances. Additional information Environmental management and ecology is offered at the Albury-Wodonga campus pharmacy is offered at the Bendigo Campus. All other major areas of study are offered at the Melbourne Campus. Professional recognition Depending on the specific studies chosen, accreditation with a relevant professional association is possible. Course details Science (Master)Melbourne Science (Master)Albury-Wodonga Science (Master)Bendigo

Fees and scholarships

Estimated fee costs for international students is indicated for each course above. There are also a range of scholarships available for international students to assist students.

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