Master of Information and Communications Technology
Master of Information and Communications Technology
The need for information and communication experts has only grown as new technologies come about and businesses recognise its importance. This course provides majors and cross-discipline approaches that allow you to master real-world ICT issues while tailoring your learning needs to suit your career goals. Lead the tech world Develop…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The need for information and communication experts has only grown as new technologies come about and businesses recognise its importance.
This course provides majors and cross-discipline approaches that allow you to master real-world ICT issues while tailoring your learning needs to suit your career goals.
Lead the tech world
Develop the technical efficiency to be a highly sought-after leader in a fast-paced information and communications technology industry. The Master of Information Technology offers multiple specialisations covering ICT disciplines such as networking, distributed computing, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, web and mobile computing. With the flexibility to study areas such as management, health informatics and data analytics, this course provides broader skill sets for those looking to balance business needs with technological solutions.
You will develop skills through problem solving and research practice, applying these in a professional and ethical framework. Our graduates are highly prepared for roles such as project manager, software engineer, business analyst, systems administrator, mobile system developer, web developer and ICT security specialist.
Industry accreditation
This degree is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.
Your career
As a graduate of this course, you can look forward to career opportunities in:
- Systems Architect
- Systems integrator
- Web analyst
- Software quality analyst
- Business programmer
- Software engineer analyst
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants must have successfully completed:
A undergraduate degree or higher in any discipline OR An undergraduate degree in any discipline AND a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in any discipline.
Applicants who have successfully completed an Australian Computer Society accredited (or equivalent) Bachelor’s degree in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), Computing or Information Systems OR an Honours degree OR a Master degree in any discipline may be eligible for up to 40 credit points of Credit for Prior Learning subject to approval by the relevant Directors of Academic Programs (DAP).
Applicants who have successfully completed an Australian (or equivalent) Graduate Certificate in ICT may be eligible for up to 40 or 80 credit points of Credit for Prior Learning subject to approval by the relevant Directors of Academic Programs (DAP).
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 6.5 overall score (min 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL internet-based score of 82: Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13; Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE): 58 overall; No communication skills less than 50.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Western Sydney University is located in New South Wales and operates out of 13 accessible campuses across Sydney (Bankstown, Liverpool City, Campbelltown, Sydney City, Sydney Olympic Park, Parramatta, Parramatta City, Westmead, Penrith and Hawkesbury). The student body numbers more than 35,000. With a mix of modern high rise and heritage buildings, equipped with technology-enabled learning facilities, libraries, research facilities, and studios, the University covers a wide range of academic programs including the School of Business, School of Computer, Data and Mathematical Sciences, School of Education, School of Engineering, Design and Built Environment, School of Health Sciences, School of Humanities and Communication Arts, School of Law, School of Medicine, School of Nursing and Midwifery, School of Psychology, School of Science, School of Social Sciences and the Graduate Research School.
