Postgraduate

Master of Information Technology (IT)

Gain advanced information technology skills to engage at the cutting edge of global technology solutions.
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Career Pathways

The Master of Information Technology is ideal if you wish to change direction or expand your skillset to pursue a career in information technology. There is a great demand for information technology specialists across a wide range of industries. Career opportunities exist in internet/web development, technology and network management, communications, programming, IT consulting, ecommerce, systems analyst, multimedia, software development and web security.
The Master of Information Technology is ideal if you wish to change direction or expand your skillset to pursue a career in information technology. There is a great demand for information technology specialists across a wide range of industries. Career opportunities exist in internet/web development, technology and network management, communications, programming, IT consulting, ecommerce, systems analyst, multimedia, software development and web security.
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Fees and scholarships

Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course.

Domestic Student Fees

Indicative annual course fee
2025
Commonwealth Supported Place $10,248.76

Eligible Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) students can use the HECS-HELP loan program to pay their tuition fees. For Full-Fee Paying (FFP) places, students are charged an annual course fee.

Find out more information about tuition fees, or visit the fee calculator for a more accurate cost.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

International Student Fees

Indicative first year fee
2024
$46,400.00
2025
$49,200.00

Find out more about tuition fees or visit the fee calculator for the estimated total course fee.

Note, tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase up to 7.5 per cent per annum.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.

Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

Admission requirements

If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below

Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent;
and
(c) completed Mathematics Methods ATAR, or equivalent, as recognised by UWA.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

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Course details

This course provides its graduates with the necessary knowledge and skills to explain and apply appropriate information technology (IT) methodologies to help an individual or organisation achieve its goals and objectives. 
You'll also learn to appreciate the scientific foundations on which IT is built, and to anticipate the changing direction of IT and evaluate and communicate the effectiveness of new technologies.

The Master of IT offers two specialisations to provide in-depth knowledge of cutting-edge topics in machine learning, natural language processing, cloud computing, the internet of things and high-performance computing.

DollarThis course is subsidised for Australian residents through Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). Visit our fee calculator for CSP rates and an estimate on your course fees.

About the course

This course has a strong emphasis on the application of contemporary and emerging technologies, including cloud and high-performance computing, agile web development and software project design and management. You'll develop computer programs in a number of contemporary scripting and programming languages.
Master of Information Technology

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12 hours per unit which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 62510
CRICOS code
  • 083866G
Master of Information Technology
Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • 12 hours per unit which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 62510
CRICOS code
  • 083866G
Full time/part time duration
  • 1.5 or 2 years depending on your educational background in information technology.
Degrees course is available in
  • Master of Information Technology

Why study this course?

  1. The Master of IT is guided by industry requirements, meaning you'll learn the latest skills and knowledge to set you apart when you graduate.
  2. Because of the many industry partners, you'll have many of opportunities to network with future employers to create important connections.
  3. This course includes hands-on learning where you'll develop computer programs in a number of contemporary scripting and programming languages.
  4. You have the option of including an internship unit with industry in your degree.

You'll learn to

  • Gain the knowledge and skills to anticipate the changing direction of IT.
  • Understand the application of contemporary and emerging technologies, including cloud and high-performance computing, agile web development and software project design and management. 
  • Gain skills in critical thinking, communication skills, ethical computing, working with and in industry.

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Course structure

Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.

Conversion
Students who have completed degree studies in a non-cognate area, or equivalent as recognised by the School, must complete relevant conversion units up to the value of 24 points as determined by the School upon offer of admission and by the scope of a student's prior study. Students choose either CITS2002 or CITS2005.
Core
Take all units (24 points):
Option - Group A
Take unit(s) to the value of 24 points, including a minimum of 12 points at Level 5.
Applied Computing specialisation
Take unit(s) to the value of 24 points, including a minimum of 12 points at Level 5.
Artificial Intelligence specialisation
Take all units (24 points):
Software Systems specialisation
Take all units (24 points):

Accreditation

The Master of Information Technology (62510) is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Specialisation

Artificial Intelligence

The Artificial intelligence specialisation will equip you with the skills and knowledge to understand, evaluate, design, and implement artificial intelligence systems. 

Working alongside inspiring researchers and industry, you'll get hands-on practice in a variety of contemporary artificial intelligence techniques, from machine learning and deep learning to natural language processing and adaptive systems that can learn from, and adapt to, a changing and unknown environment. 

You will develop in-demand skills and leadership qualities for an exciting career in AI.

Specialisation
Specialisation

Software Systems

The Software Systems specialisation provides its graduates with the necessary knowledge and skills to design and construct software systems focussing on the effective use of modern software deployment frameworks including cloud, internet of things and high-performance computing platforms.
Specialisation