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Master of Information Technology (Software Engineering)

The Master of Information Technology (Software Engineering) integrates foundational learning such as databases, artificial intelligence, and cyber security and specialist knowledge covering all aspects of software production from designing computer software, computer programming, software testing to quality and management.

Career Opportunities

Graduating from this course may lead to a career as a software engineer. Your skillset and knowledge make you a competitive candidate in areas such as consultancy, startups, government departments, private companies, non-government organisations (NGO) and community groups.

Professional Recognition

The Master of Information Technology (Software Engineering) is accredited by Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the level of ICT Professional and is therefore recognised internationally under the Seoul Accord.

Credit Transfers and Advanced Standing

Pathways

For information about credit transfer available to students with complete or incomplete study at this or other Institutions refer to Pathways for Higher Education to Higher Education.

Credit Transfer

For further information on credit transfer and how to apply visit ASK CDU.

Fees

Commonwealth Supported Places

Commonwealth Supported places are available in this course to students who meet one of the following residency requirements:

• be an Australian citizen, who will complete some of your course of study while resident in Australia; or
• a New Zealand citizen; or an Australian permanent visa holder; or an eligible former permanent humanitarian visa holder; who studies the entire course while living in Australia. Further information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments.

Non-Commonwealth Supported Places

Full fee paying places are available in this course. Information about fees and charges can be found at Fees and Payments.

International Tuition Fees

The annual tuition fee for full time study in 2026 is AUD $36,440.00. This equates to $4,555.00 per 10 credit point unit (0.125 EFTSL). These fees are subject to increases annually, effective at the start of each calendar year. You can find a list of International fees and payments you can expect to pay as part of your studies in Australia. See 2026 Higher Education International Annual Tuition Fees. CDU offers a number of scholarships to international students to assist with the cost of study.

Key Details

• Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time
• Intake: Semester 1, Semester 2, Summer Semester
• Locations: Danala - Education and Community Precinct, Online
• Entry Requirements: View full entry requirements
• Credit Points Required: 160
• Course Code: SITSE2

Overview

The Master of Information Technology (Software Engineering) course provides students with the skills and knowledge to design, develop, and maintain software systems.

What Will I Study?

The core units of this program will allow you to explore a range of software engineering concepts. The units will allow you to explore complementary areas of interest through an industry placement unit, or a research thesis unit.

Course Structure

A candidate must successfully complete units totalling 160 credit points (cp) as detailed below. All units are valued at 10 credit points unless otherwise indicated.

• Core Units (13 units): 140cp
  • Compulsory Core units totalling 140 credit points as detailed below.
  • HIT137 Software Now
  • HIT140 Foundations of Data Science
  • HIT234 Database Concepts
  • PRT510 Professional Issues in Technology
  • PRT532 IT Service Management
  • PRT551 Risk and Reliability Management
  • PRT565 Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Algorithms
  • PRT574 Security Assessment in Software Development
  • PRT575 Principles of Operating Systems, Networks and Cyber Security
  • PRT581 Principles of Software Systems
  • PRT582 Software Engineering: Process and Tools
  • PRT583 Process Development Methodologies
  • PRT681 Software Engineering Practice (20cp)
• Specialist Electives (1 unit): 20cp
  • Specialist elective units totalling 20 credit points as detailed below.
  • Select one of the units below:
    • PRT604 Professional Experience (20cp)
    • OR
    • PRT840 IT Thesis (20cp)

Entry Requirements

Admission Criteria

Successful completion of a recognised Bachelor degree or equivalent international qualification.

International Entry Pathway

Applicants who have completed the CDU International Masters Qualifying Program, the Accelerated International Masters Qualifying Program, or the International Masters Preparation Program are eligible for entry.

Essential Requirements

English Language Requirements

DOMESTIC STUDENTS To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study. All applicants will be required to supply evidence of this at the time of application.

The minimum English language requirement for this course can be met by evidencing of one of the following:

• Successful completion of Year 12 within Australia, or an equivalent qualification from an approved country where English is the official language.
• Successful completion of at least 0.5FTE of higher education study from Australia or an approved country where English is the official language.
• Successful completion of a Charles Darwin University enabling program of at least 0.5FTE (40 credit points).
• Successful completion of a recognised TAFE qualification at a Certificate III level or higher from Australia.
• Current AHPRA registration as a Division 1 or Division 2 nurse. Registration must be current at the time of course commencement.
• Completion of an approved English test within two years of commencement, meeting the minimum scores outlined in the table below.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS To gain entry into Charles Darwin University, all Higher Education applicants must satisfy the University's English Language Proficiency Requirements for their chosen course of study.

The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education from an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.

• CDU English for Academic Purposes 4 (ZEAP40)
• IELTS Academic Module (including One Skill Retake)
• Cambridge Advanced English (CAE)
• Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module
• TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT)

Course Details

Inherent Requirements

There are inherent requirements for this course. Students must read and understand the requirements for this course.

Australian Qualification Framework

This course is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 9.

Additional Information

Can offers be deferred? Yes

Award: Master of Information Technology (Software Engineering)

Faculty/College: Faculty of Science and Technology

Sector: HE

Area of study: IT and Network Engineering, Engineering