Master of Information Technology

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Duration
2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
Location
Online
Next start term
Term 1, 2027
Study mode
Online, On Campus
Course code
CC54
First-year fee
$30,100 (2026 Indicative) (FFP)
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Overview

CQUniversity's Master of Information Technology is an ideal course to advance your career or move into the rapidly growing field of information technology (IT).

You will develop core knowledge and skills enabling you to contribute across a range of IT domains. The course covers core IT areas, including programming, cybersecurity, networking, professional practice, databases, project management, artificial intelligence, and cloud computing. This comprehensive curriculum enables you to apply your knowledge and technical skills to real-world and industry-relevant projects.

Accredited by the Australian Computer Society and designed to meet the needs of industry, this course offers specialty majors in:

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Cyber Security and Networking
  • Software Development

Learn more about each major in the Structure & Availability section below.

The advanced knowledge and skills developed throughout the course will prepare you to apply technological solutions in professional and industry contexts through Work Integrated Learning (WIL) or a capstone project. Upon graduation, you will be equipped to evaluate, plan, design, and lead IT solutions that address complex organisational and technological problems.

Study Experience

Discover more about your industry-accredited information technology degree, including practical work-integrated learning opportunities that will see you put theory into practice in real-world settings. Click 'Explore Study Experience' for more information.

  • Authentic Learning Experiences
  • Experienced Teaching Team
  • Industry Accredited
  • Online or On-campus
  • Real-world Learning Facilities
  • Seamless Pathways
  • Cameron Jameson
    “
    Working professionally in IT in a full-time job, I didn't have time to take off to attend classes. When studying via distance online, I could study at my own pace. The online flexible approach really worked for me.

    Cameron Jameson

    Master of Information Technology, Master of Information Systems

Career Opportunities

On completing a Master of Information Technology, you can choose a career in a wide variety of roles including;

  • analyst programmer
  • computer network systems engineer
  • database administrator
  • developer programmer
  • ICT architect
  • ICT consultant
  • ICT customer support officer
  • ICT security specialist
  • ICT support engineer
  • ICT support technician
  • ICT systems test engineer
  • network administrator
  • project manager
  • software and apps programmer
  • software engineer
  • systems administrator
  • web developer.

Structure & Availability

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. 

You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below. Visit the Academic Calendars webpage for key dates relevant to your chosen intake.

Available Locations

Your Course

You must complete 15 units (96 credits):

  1. 1
    The core structure (7 units)
  2. 2
    One eight-unit major

Unit Details

The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.

Core Units

You will study the seven units listed below.

Artificial Intelligence Major

The Artificial Intelligence Major consists of eight units, including the first six units listed below. You will then select one unit from the following:

  • Postgraduate ICT Internship (COIT20276)
  • Postgraduate ICT Capstone Project (COIT29228).

You will also select one unit from the following:

  • Blockchain Technologies for Sustainable Business Applications (COIT29223)
  • Network Services and Automation (COIT20261)
  • AI-supported software development (COIT20268)
  • Data Analytics and Visualisation (COIT20250)
  • Initiating and Planning Projects (PPMP20008).

In this major, you study Artificial Intelligence and Machine learning-related technologies and applications to solve business problems, improving operations, forecasting, prediction, automation, or optimisation. You are strongly advised to consult the Course Management team at the beginning of each term regarding the units you intend to take to ensure you can complete the course within the shortest possible time. You should note that you may be required to enrol in some units online, depending on your campus offerings. 

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Course Planner

To help you plan your studies and see which unit comes first, if one unit should be completed before another and the term you will study each unit, check out our course planners.

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Additional Information

Learned Society - Australian Computer Society

Software Design and Development Major

The Master of Information Technology (Software Design and Development) is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the professional level.
https://www.acs.org.au/cpd-education/accredited-courses.html

Learned Society - Australian Computer Society

Networks and Information Security Major

The Master of Information Technology (Networks and Information Security) is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the professional level.
https://www.acs.org.au/cpd-education/accredited-courses.html

Learned Society - Australian Computer Society

Mobile Application Development Major

The Master of Information Technology (Application Development) is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the professional level.
https://www.acs.org.au/cpd-education/accredited-courses.html

Postgraduate ICT Internship - COIT20276

In your final term, you will have the option to undertake a 10-week internship. The internship will connect you with potential employers and advance your work readiness.

Postgraduate ICT Capstone Project - COIT29228

Alternatively, you can apply your knowledge gained over your course to an industry-relevant project. Capstone projects may be taken with your employer if other students can also participate in that project. This unit is taken in the last term of study, and you can also complete two other units in this same term. Due to accreditation conditions, you cannot be awarded credit for this unit based on your previous study or work experience.

If you have prior experience or have studied previously, you may be eligible for credit or recognition of prior learning (RPL), which can help reduce your study load and the time it takes to complete your degree.

Learn more about credit and RPL, including application timelines and the overall process.

This course does permit you to defer your offer and commence at a later date.

Learn more about the offer process.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements. 

During Your Study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies. 

Fees & Scholarships

Indicative First-Year Fee

The Indicative First-Year Fee for a Full Fee Paying (FFP) Place is the approximate cost of enrolling in this course for one full-time academic year (this is usually eight units studied over two terms) and should be used as a guide only. Your actual fees may vary depending on the units you select to study and your study load. Check the Cost per Unit spreadsheet available on our Understanding Course Fees webpage. 

Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change. Fee estimates for the following year are expected to be available in September each year.

You may be eligible for FEE-HELP, an Australian Government loan scheme that helps eligible students pay their tuition fees. Provided you meet the FEE-HELP eligibility criteria, you can choose to use FEE-HELP to cover all or part of your tuition fees. 

Learn more about paying for university or view the FEE-HELP information booklet on the Australian Government’s Study Assist website.

Part of your course costs will include Student Services and Amenities Fees (SSAF). SSAF is charged in addition to your student contribution or tuition fees and is used to help enhance your study experience. There may also be other costs as part of your studies, such as textbooks, technology expenses, travel expenses, professional certifications, uniforms, or vaccinations. 

Explore other study costs.

How to Apply

How to Apply

Check what you need to do to apply to study this course. 

Your Application Options

Follow These Steps

  1. 1
    Check you meet the course requirements
  2. 2
    Get a Unique Student Identifier
  3. 5
    Receiving an offer
    Find out more about how your application will be assessed, offer types and timelines for receiving and responding to an offer.

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