Master of Information Technology and Systems
- March
- July
- IELTS (Academic) 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0)
The Master of Information Technology and Systems (MITS) provides a wide breadth of knowledge and practical skills in varying aspects of information technology (IT) and information systems (IS). It has been designed for everyone, not just those with IT backgrounds, to develop and build on your current skills, and enhance your ability to contribute to the workforce in any industry that has information technology and system needs.
You will have the option to customise your own learning towards your career goals with a range of seven specialisations. You can select up to two specialisations that cover a range of advanced IT and IS areas. You will develop the critical knowledge and skills required to work as an IT professional by choosing units that best suit your career development, interests and needs.
This course provides a foundation of Information Technology and Information System skills for entrants with limited IT experience. It also provides opportunities for experienced Information Technology and Systems professionals to enhance and apply their skills within emerging technology driven growth areas.
You will learn how to apply Information Systems and Technologies in meeting current business needs in a real-world environment by integrating theoretical learnings with the practical application and experiences learnt through working on projects with real clients.
You will graduate with relevant practical experiences to help you hit the ground running into a successful and exciting career in your chosen field.
MITS also provides an optional opportunity for high achieving students to qualify to participate in a research project, offering valuable experience for your future career, or potentially being the first step on your path to a PhD.
Career outcomes
The Master of Information Technology Systems (MITS) is an effective means of opening new career possibilities in a broad range of ICT fields.
You will graduate with the knowledge and skills to solve complex social, economic, and technical problems within the context of information and communication technology. This degree provides fundamental skills in systems analysis and design; programming; cyber-security; web technology; database technology; data communications and networking technology.
Graduates will enjoy varied and rewarding careers around the world including:
- Mobile App Developer
- Front/Back End Developer
- Data Modeller
- Software Designer
- Web Developer
- Software Developer
- Machine Learning Software Engineering
- Data Analyst
- Data Modeller
- Analyst Programmer
- Security Specialist
- Network Administrator
- Systems Administrator
- IoT Engineer
- Data Modeller
- Data Analyst
- Analyst Programmer
- Business Analyst
- Project Manager
Careers relating to technology are growing fast with employers demanding technical expertise across a wide variety of industries. Over the next five years, the technology workforce is forecast to exceed 1.1million jobs*.
Whether it’s designing apps or websites, running virtual reality tours, building the latest gaming sensation, or working at a bank leading advancement in cyber security, a career in Information and Communication Technology will set you up for life.