Master's Degree Information Technology Full Time

Master of Information Technology

at Queensland University of Technology · Brisbane, Queensland

CRICOS course code

083059E

CRICOS provider code

00213J

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$91,100 total

Per year

A$45,550/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Information Technology at Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane helps students develop specialised skills for careers in ICT. Students select core and elective units that may include programming, data management, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and software development. The course structure follows the typical Australian master's format, with study divided into semesters and completed over two years full time. Units of study are assigned credit points and students are expected to reach a required total for graduation.

Hands-on experience is an important part of this degree. Many units include project work and case studies based on real-world challenges faced by Australian industry. Where relevant, students may take part in work-integrated learning or industry placements to apply their skills. Towards the end of the course, a capstone project brings together knowledge from across the degree, often involving a research or practical assignment with direct industry relevance.

This course suits graduates from ICT or related backgrounds, as well as those seeking to move into the field. It strongly appeals to those wanting to advance their career in software, networks, systems analysis or digital communication. QUT has a focus on applied IT skills and connects with local businesses and technology sectors in Brisbane. International students can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during study and may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) after completing this Australian master's degree. Please refer to QUT's official site for full details and current course requirements.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Software developer
Systems analyst
IT project manager
Cybersecurity analyst
Data analyst
Business intelligence consultant
Information systems manager

Graduates are sought by Australian technology firms, government agencies, consulting companies, financial institutions, and startups across Brisbane and other capital cities.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Information Technology at Queensland University of Technology?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$91,100 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Software developerSystems analystIT project managerCybersecurity analystData analystBusiness intelligence consultantInformation systems managerGraduates are sought by Australian technology firms, government agencies, consulting companies, financial institutions, and startups acro...

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