Central Queensland University
Master of Information Technology
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationCQUniversity's Master of Information Technology is an ideal course to advance your career or move into the rapidly growing field of information technology (IT). Accredited by the Australian Computer Society and designed to meet the needs of industry, this course offers specialty majors in mobile application development, software design and development, and networks and information security. Tailor your studies even further to suit your career goals with a choice of seven minors including a unique opportunity to study a unit sequence allowing you to graduate with both a Master of Information Technology and Graduate Certificate in Project Management.
If you're an established or aspiring information technology (IT) professional the Master of Information Technology will expand your professional knowledge and skills in information technology (IT). Accredited by the Australian Computer Society, you will benefit from a highly practical course that meets international standards of ICT allowing you to develop your career globally.
Delivery mode
Central Queensland University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 400 Kent Street, Sydney
- 120 Spencer Street, Melbourne
- 160 Ann Street, Brisbane
- 114-190 Canning Street, The Range
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Entry requirements
To be eligible for entry into this course, applicants must hold one of the following:
- A completed Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) equivalent Bachelor degree, or higher equivalent qualification; or
- A completed CQUniversity Graduate Diploma in Information Systems, or equivalent; or
- A completed CQUniversity Graduate Diploma in Information Technology, or equivalent.
English Language Proficiency Requirements:
If you were not born in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, Ireland, South Africa or United States of America you are required to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements set by the University.
Applicants are required to provide evidence of completion of:
- A secondary qualification (Year 11 and 12, or equivalent), or
- An Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) diploma level qualification, or
- Bachelor level qualification study for a period of at least 2 years fulltime with a minimum overall GPA 4.0
Completed within Australia, Canada, New Zealand, United Kingdom, South Africa, Ireland, or United States of America, which will meet the English proficiency.
If you do not satisfy any of the above you will need to undertake an English language proficiency test and achieve the following scores as below:
- An International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic) overall band score of at least 6.0 overall with a minimum 5.5 in each subset; or
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) - Requires 550 or better overall & minimum TWE score of 4.5 (Paper Based Test), or 75 or better overall and no score less than 17 (Internet Based Test); or
- Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) - Requires an overall score of 54 with no sub-score less than 46; or
- An Occupational English Test with Grades A or B only in each of the four components.
English test results remain valid for no more than two years between final examination date and the date of commencement of study, and must appear on a single result certificate.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Information Technology will prepare you for the following roles.
Algorithm Engineer
An Algorithm Engineer designs and develops algorithms to solve complex problems and improve system performance. You might work in technology firms,...
Developer Programmer
A Developer Programmer designs and creates software applications to meet specific user needs. You might work in technology companies, financial ins...
Enterprise Solutions Architect
An Enterprise Solutions Architect designs and implements comprehensive IT solutions to meet the strategic needs of an organisation. You might work...
ICT Architect
An ICT Architect designs and oversees the implementation of complex information and communication technology systems within an organisation. You mi...
Master Data Analyst
A Master Data Analyst is responsible for managing and analysing an organisation's critical data assets to ensure accuracy, consistency, and accessi...
Python Developer
A Python Developer writes and maintains code in Python to build software applications and systems. You might work in tech companies, financial inst...
About Central Queensland University
CQUniversity Australia has been on a phenomenal trajectory in recent years and its remarkable growth in student numbers, new courses, new campuses, infrastructure and reputation has seen it emerge as one of Australia’s truly great universities.
