Master of Information Technology

The Master of Information Technology at Skyline Higher Education Australia 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 and then choose electives that let you specialise. The exact units and credit points are set out in the official course structure, so confirm those details on the SHEA page before you apply.

Australian master's degrees are structured around units of study, each worth a set number of credit points. A full-time load is usually four units per semester, with two main semesters a year and an optional summer or trimester session at some institutions. You need to pass a required number of credit points to graduate, and the final part of the degree often includes a capstone project or a minor thesis where you apply what you have learned to a real problem. The Master of Information Technology is a coursework degree, so it is built around classes, assignments and projects rather than a long research thesis. Some programs include a work-integrated learning unit or an industry placement, which gives you Australian workplace experience before you finish.

You will come out with skills in programming, databases, networking, cybersecurity, systems analysis and project management, depending on the units you choose. Group projects and presentations are common, so you also build the communication and teamwork habits that IT employers expect. Assessment is a mix of exams, assignments, reports and practical work.

This degree suits people with a bachelor's degree in any field who want to move into IT, as well as IT graduates who want to update their skills or specialise. It also works for international students who want an Australian qualification and the chance to work here after graduation. While you study, a student visa lets you work up to 48 hours per fortnight during the semester and unlimited hours during scheduled course breaks. After you finish, the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream may let you stay and work in Australia, provided you meet the Department of Home Affairs requirements. English requirements for entry are typically IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall for coursework postgraduate programs, with TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university's own English programmes accepted as equivalents. The Student visa has its own English threshold set by the Department of Home Affairs. Tuition is published on the CRICOS register. Always check the official course page for the current unit list, credit points, fees and intake dates.

• Software developer or programmer
• Systems analyst
• Network administrator
• Database administrator
• IT support or help desk manager
• Cybersecurity analyst
• IT project manager
• Business analyst (IT)
• Web developer
• Cloud support engineer

These roles are found across Australian industries including banking and finance, government, healthcare, education, retail, mining and technology companies. Many graduates work in professional services firms, internal IT departments or start their own consultancies.