Program Overview

Master of Information Technology

The Master of Information Technology (MIT) offers a 15-subject curriculum, including both practicum and theory, with a double-weighted Capstone Project (IT5004.20) delivered over two semesters. Students can specialize in Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Cyber Security (CS) within the general IT stream. This specialist course provides an innovative, interdisciplinary curriculum to meet ICT industry skills gaps, preparing students with essential hard and soft skills. Graduates earn a Master of Information Technology, specializing in Artificial Intelligence or Cyber Security.

Course Overview

The course structure includes a total of 15 subjects covering both practicum and theory. The Master of Information Technology course has a general stream as well as the possibility to specialize in either Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Cyber Security (CS). The ASCED Field of Education is Information Technology. The course completion leads to the award of Master of Information Technology specialized in Artificial Intelligence or Cyber Security. MIT is a specialist, master's level course with an innovative and interdisciplinary curriculum that aims to fulfill the skills gap and market demand in the ICT industry by equipping students with the most in-demand hard and soft skills relevant in the sector.

Course Information

CRICOS Course Code

M

Professional Accreditation

Graduates may be eligible to apply for professional membership with ACS

Campus

Level 1, 131 Queen Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

AQF Level

Master degree (level 9)(ASCED Field of Education: 0299 - Other Information Technology)

Course Duration

Full Time: 2 Years (4 Terms)

Total Course Fee

A$50,000 (Tuition Fee) + A$300 Enrollment Fee (Non-Tuition Fee)

Credit Points

Total of 15 subjects delivered across four full-time study terms, amounting to 160 credit points (40 credit points per term).

Delivery Mode

Face–to-Face Delivery at UHE campus

Entry Requirements

• Domestic:
  • Successful completion of Undergraduate degree from a recognized university or other approved tertiary institution which includes satisfactory completion of at least three units of Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Science, or another quantitative discipline.
• International:
  • Successful completion of an Undergraduate degree from a recognized higher education institution, with a GPA of at least 2.0 out of 4.0.
  • Some background or experience in a relevant discipline (including Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, Science, or another quantitative discipline) would be an advantage. Applicants who have successfully completed a relevant degree with a GPA of at least 1.5 out of 4, will be considered if they have at least 5 years of relevant industry experience.
  • Valid minimum scores include:
    • IELTS overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0, or
    • TOEFL iBT overall score of 79, or
    • PTE overall score of 58+ with no communicative skill below 50

Course Progression

1. Students are expected to maintain satisfactory academic progress throughout their studies. In general, students must achieve a Pass each subject in order to progress through their course.
2. Students who do not successfully complete a subject will normally be required to repeat the subject when it is next offered, particularly where the subject is a prerequisite for subsequent study.
3. Where a subject has been failed more than once, further enrolment in that subject may require approval from the relevant academic authority.
4. Detailed requirements relating to course progression, subject repetition, study load adjustments and maximum course duration are set out in the UHE Academic Progress Policy and Procedure and Student Enrolment Policy and Procedure, which applies to all students and courses.

Assessment Method

• UHE assessment is designed as, for and of learning, meaning that assessment tasks not only evaluate what students have learned (assessment of learning), but also support ongoing feedback to improve learning (assessment for learning) and actively engage students in reflecting on and directing their own learning (assessment as learning).
• Through UHE assessment, students will be able to DO more (skills), know more (knowledge) and become more (attributes).
• UHE Academic Teachers also work in industry, and design and facilitate assessment tasks that mirror the actual work students will be doing in their graduate careers.
• There are no final exams.
• Assessment is criterion referenced (no applied grade curves) and clear rubrics are provided for students to follow.
• Grade scales and categories are: High Distinction (HD) 85-100%, Distinction (D) 75-84%, Credit (C) 65-74%, Pass (P) 50-64%, Fail (F) 0-49%
• Assessment is designed to be Academic Integrity Friendly and thereby to promote learning (including appropriate use of artificial intelligence).

Career Pathways

• Analyst Programmer
• Security Analyst
• Systems Administrator
• Network Analyst
• Cloud Developer
• Cybersecurity Manager
• Software Developer
• Systems Analyst
• Data Scientist
• Software Engineer
• Business Analyst
• Network Engineer
• Database Administrator
• Cloud Architect
• Application Developer
• Database Analyst

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Advanced Knowledge and Skills of Information Technology
   • Graduates of the Master of Information Technology will apply advanced knowledge and expertise to analyze, design, and implement solutions to solve real-world problems in the evolving field of information technology.
2. Critical-Thinking and Problem-Solving Skills
   • Critically assess and synthesize information and apply critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to solve complex business problems.
3. Communication and Collaboration Skills
   • Graduates of the Master of Engineering Management will have problem solving and design management skills to be able to analyze and solve engineering management problems to achieve solutions and implementation strategies using established principles and methods, considering contextual factors (social, cultural, environmental, commercial, legal) and the requirements and expectations of stakeholders.
4. Ethical Accountability
   • Demonstrate professionalism, integrity, ethical conduct, and a sound awareness of regulatory requirements and professional practices in the Information Technology profession.
5. Research and Innovation
   • Apply research knowledge and skills to plan, design, and recommend innovative solutions to complex problems in the evolving field of Information Technology using emerging concepts, technologies, and tools.

UHE Graduate Capabilities

• Knowledge and skills pertinent to a particular discipline or professional area encompassing:
  • Coherent theoretical and practical knowledge in at least one discipline area at the level of entry to a profession.
  • Technological skills appropriate to the discipline.
• Critical, creative and analytical thinking, and effective problem-solving including:
  • The ability to critique current paradigms and contribute to intellectual inquiry.
  • The capacity to exhibit creative as well as analytical ways of thinking about questions in at least one discipline.
  • The ability to identify, define and solve problems in at least one discipline area.
• Effective communication in a variety of contexts and modes including:
  • Effective written and oral communication in cross-cultural contexts.
• Characteristics of self-reliance and leadership including:
  • The ability to take the initiative, to embrace innovation, and to manage change productively.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively including:
  • Managing time and prioritizing activities to achieve goals.
  • Demonstrating the capacity for self-assessment of learning needs and achievements.
  • Being a cooperative and productive team member or leader.
• The capacity for life-long learning including:
  • Searching and critically evaluating information from a variety of sources using effective strategies and appropriate technologies.
• Social and ethical responsibility and an understanding of Indigenous and international perspectives encompassing:
  • Active contribution to intellectual, social, and cultural activities.
  • Understanding and appreciation of Indigenous perspectives.
  • Recognition and appreciation of gender, culture and customs in personal and community relations.
  • Valuing and promoting truth, accuracy, honesty, accountability and the code of practice relevant to the discipline or professional area.

Fee Structure

• Term 1: $12,500.00
• Term 2: $12,500.00
• Term 3: $12,500.00
• Term 4: $12,500.00