GraduateComputer Science
Master of Information Technology
University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Master of Information Technology at the University of Melbourne gives students advanced technical IT skills with optional specialisations in cybersecurity, distributed computing, human-computer interaction or artificial intelligence. The one to two-year degree begins with four core subjects in programming, algorithms, internet technologies and database systems for students new to IT, with credit available for prior study or work experience.
Graduates work across banking and finance, human-computer interaction, technology consulting and health, with a skillset also valued in management consulting and project management.
Fees & duration
English test scores
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Course structure
Study plan in 4 parts
Entry points
- 200-point, 150-point and 100-point programs
- Completion of one specialisation is required
200-point program
- 50 points of Foundation subjects
- 50 points of Specialisation core subjects
- Between 50 and 75 points of Advanced Specialisation Selectives
- A maximum of 25 points of Advanced CIS Electives
- 25 points of Program Capstone subjects
150-point program
- 50 points of Specialisation core subjects
- Between 50 and 75 points of Advanced Specialisation Selectives
- A maximum of 25 points of Advanced CIS Electives
- 25 points of Program Capstone subjects
100-point program
- 12.5 points of Specialisation core subject
- Between 50 and 62.5 points of Advanced Specialisation Selectives
- A maximum of 12.5 points of Advanced CIS Electives
- 25 points of Program Capstone subjects
Career & PR pathway
Occupations this degree typically leads to, and their skilled-migration list status
Software EngineerANZSCO 261313
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports the points-tested 189, 190, and 491 as well as the employer-sponsored 482 and 186. Needs an ACS skills assessment, which usually wants the degree plus one to two years of relevant work, or a Professional Year in ICT in place of some of that experience.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Developer ProgrammerANZSCO 261312
On MLTSSL, so it supports the 189, 190, and 491. Assessed by the ACS on the same basis as Software Engineer. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
ICT Business AnalystANZSCO 261111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, so it supports 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186. Common landing occupation for IT and business-analytics graduates.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Systems AnalystANZSCO 261112
On MLTSSL, supporting the 189, 190, and 491, with an ACS skills assessment. Also on CSOL, additionally supporting the employer-sponsored 482 and 186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Computer Network and Systems EngineerANZSCO 263111
On both MLTSSL and CSOL, supporting 189/190/491 and the employer-sponsored 482/186.
Assessed by Australian Computer Society (ACS)
List membership changes over time and does not guarantee an invitation. See the skilled occupation lists guide and the points calculator before relying on this for a visa decision.
Admissions
To be considered for entry into the 100 point (1 year) course option, you must: Have completed a four-year bachelor degree (AQF7) with a major in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or related discipline, with a weighted average mark of at least 65% or equivalent. And Studies in the area of specialisation at an advanced undergraduate level or higher Or Two years of documented relevant work experience in the area of specialisation. Relevant work experience includes IT analysis, development, implementation, management or maintenance of IT-based systems or ICT supporting business processes, or teaching about information systems. Non-IT work experience will be considered relevant if it involves holding a responsible position in a medium or large-scale organisation and involves significant decision-making and management. A curriculum vitae (CV) should also be includ
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