Master of Information Technology
Master of Information Technology
Summary The use of IT systems in modern organisations is now ubiquitous. As these IT systems become ever-more sophisticated, the need for highly trained IT professionals across all sectors is becoming more urgent. However, there’s currently a global talent shortage of about 40 million skilled tech workers. This means IT…
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Summary
The use of IT systems in modern organisations is now ubiquitous. As these IT systems become ever-more sophisticated, the need for highly trained IT professionals across all sectors is becoming more urgent. However, there’s currently a global talent shortage of about 40 million skilled tech workers. This means IT professionals – especially software and applications programmers, database and systems administrators, ICT business and systems analysts, and ICT security specialists – are in high demand.
The Master of Information Technology has been specially designed to train those who have an undergraduate qualification in an area other than IT how to harness the power of technology to solve complex problems and drive innovation across a range of industries. The first year of the degree is an accelerated equivalent of an IT bachelor degree and the second year is structured around advanced units, so you’ll graduate with a specialised, competitive and transferrable skillset that will help you fast track your career in this booming field.
Key features
Undertake one of three in-demand specialisations
Study Applied Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security or Information Systems and develop focused sought-after expertise. Complete a supervised research project or industry internship
Conduct research or work experience in your chosen area of specialisation to produce creative solutions to complex IT issues. Gain a competitive edge over your peers
Showcase to employers your cross-disciplinary value by demonstrating your new IT skills alongside your existing knowledge. Build a career in information technology
Study a degree specially designed for students without an IT qualification.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Data analyst
Data scientist
End-user support and training officer
IT consultant
IT project manager
IT sales rep or marketer
Information security consultant
Machine learning specialist
Penetration tester
Researcher
Security analyst
Security consultant
Security governance manager
Software developer
Solutions architect
Systems administrator
Systems analyst
Vulnerability assessor
Employers
Banks and financial institutions
Consulting firms
Defence agencies
Gaming developers
Government agencies and departments
Health organisations
IT and software companies
Insurance firms
Media, creative or communications agencies
Retail and e-business companies
Social networking services
Start-ups
Technology and software development companies
Universities
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.
