Master of Information Technology

The Master of Information Technology at Amtech Institute is a two-year coursework degree for people who want to work in IT, whether they are changing careers or building on an undergraduate qualification. You will study core areas of computing such as programming, databases, networking, systems analysis and project management, then choose electives that let you go deeper into the parts of IT that interest you. The exact unit list and structure are set by the institute, so check the official course page for the current offerings.

Like most Australian master's degrees, this one is built from units of study, each worth a set number of credit points. You need to accumulate the required credit points to graduate, and the course is delivered across semesters or trimesters. Many master's programmes include a capstone project or a research component in the final stage, which gives you a chance to apply what you have learned to a real problem. Some also offer work-integrated learning or an industry placement, where you spend time in a workplace as part of your degree. Confirm with Amtech Institute whether a placement or capstone is part of this course.

You will come out with practical skills in software development, data management, network configuration and IT project work, plus the ability to analyse business problems and design technology solutions. The course suits recent graduates from computing or related fields who want to specialise, as well as professionals from other backgrounds who are moving into IT and need a recognised qualification. It is also a pathway for international students who want to study in Australia and gain post-study work rights through the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) after graduating.

As an international student, you can work up to 48 hours per fortnight while your course is in session. English requirements are set by the institute: IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is common for coursework postgraduate courses, with TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the institute's own English programmes accepted as equivalents. The Department of Home Affairs also sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself. Tuition fees are published on the CRICOS register under course code 120184M. Always check the official Amtech Institute page for the most current details on units, fees, intake dates and English requirements.

• Software developer or programmer
• Systems analyst
• Network administrator
• Database administrator
• IT project manager
• IT support or help desk manager
• Cybersecurity analyst (with relevant electives)
• Web developer
• Business analyst (IT focus)

Graduates work across Australian industries including government, banking and finance, healthcare, education, retail, telecommunications and technology companies. The qualification also supports roles in IT consulting firms and managed service providers.