Master of Information Technology
Master of Information Technology
Highlights You will gain advanced knowledge, based on research practices, in at least one Information Technology (IT) discipline, and develop the ability to formulate and develop best practice IT strategies and solutions. As a graduate, you will have the specialist knowledge and skills required for senior IT-related professional positions, or…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Highlights
- You will gain advanced knowledge, based on research practices, in at least one Information Technology (IT) discipline, and develop the ability to formulate and develop best practice IT strategies and solutions.
- As a graduate, you will have the specialist knowledge and skills required for senior IT-related professional positions, or you can continue into higher degree research.
- Prepares you for careers including cybersecurity and networking, enterprise systems, data science and IT management.
- Choose from one of eight majors:
- Business Analysis
- Business Process Management
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security and Networks
- Data Science
- Enterprise Systems
- Executive IT
- Software Development.
All market sectors are embracing new digital and technological advances to ensure they remain competitive (source: Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA)). The prevalence of digital technologies in industry is resulting in a growing demand for savvy IT professionals across a diverse range of sectors and roles.
Fields such as data science, business process management, process mining, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cyber security, virtual and augmented reality, business analytics, data visualisation, and the Internet of Things continue to evolve rapidly. Business investment in these areas continues to grow, as does the demand for expertise in these areas (source: Australia’s Digital Pulse, ACS/Deloitte).
Why choose this course?
If you want knowledge and skills in new technological trends and are interested in developing the specialist knowledge and skills to succeed in senior IT-related positions, then this course is for you. The Master of Information Technology will develop a breadth of knowledge and deepen your understanding across varying aspects of IT. Completing one of the eight majors will give you specialist knowledge in their respective field:
- Business Analysis – design and problem-solving skills will allow you to critically analyse complex work environments, assess alternate information system solutions, and evaluate outcomes.
- Business Process Management– provides you with complementary skills and knowledge to create and align information systems to effectively support businesses and to enable business strategy.
- Enterprise Systems– develop skills in designing enterprise system solutions using modelling techniques, understanding how such systems can be developed and implemented within an enterprise considering IT service management.
- Executive IT – develop tactical and strategic IT management skills, with units related to IT governance, information systems consulting and advanced enterprise architecture.
- Software Development – provides expertise in the design of emerging technologies and the development of mobile, web and cloud computing solutions, all of which are in high demand.
Careers and outcomes
This course is designed to facilitate learning for an unknown future. As a graduate, you will be proficient in IT knowledge production and use. You will have had the opportunity to apply this knowledge in a range of real-world contexts. You will be effective in complex and creative problem solving, bringing an understanding of IT as a field of rapid change and emerging innovation.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Study at The University of Queensland. Learn with leading academics in world-class facilities and join the most employable graduates in the state. At UQ you’ll benefit from flexible study options, field trips, lab work, industry placements, research experience, and online study in Brisbane, Australia.
