Master of Information Technology in Networking (1 year)
Master of Information Technology in Networking (1 year)
Summary Networked IT systems are vital to society and underlie most of our economy. They are the backbone of the seamless online shopping and internet search functions we take for granted, and are fundamental to the telecommunications industry. In the Master of Information Technology in Networking, you’ll develop an in-depth…
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Summary
Networked IT systems are vital to society and underlie most of our economy. They are the backbone of the seamless online shopping and internet search functions we take for granted, and are fundamental to the telecommunications industry.
In the Master of Information Technology in Networking, you’ll develop an in-depth integrated knowledge of advanced concepts in network and internetwork technologies, and learn how to apply them to solving practical problems in networked IT systems, as well as related topics such as network design and security. If you have undergraduate qualifications in IT, computing or engineering (with suitable units in computer programming), this degree will enable you to transition into the internetworking field.
Key features
Attain recognised professional certification
Successfully complete certain units in this degree, and get a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) qualification. Broaden your knowledge and communication skills
Synthesise technical knowledge with management and policy aspects of internetworked systems, and learn to communicate your ideas. Simulate different networks to determine operational requirements
Identify weaknesses and areas of improvement – and configure, validate, implement and troubleshoot complex internetworked systems. Apply expert judgement to networking technologies
Synthesise alternative solutions, concepts and procedures, and apply acumen from organisational and innovation perspectives.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Cloud computing specialist
Network administrator
Network analyst
Network and systems engineer
Network architect
Network manager
Security consultant
Employers
AT&T Bell Labs
Amazon
Apple
Cisco
Compaq
EDSEY
Google and other tech organisations
Government agencies and departments
Huawei
IBM
Macquarie Bank
Microsoft
Optus
Sybase
Westpac
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
