Program Overview

Master of Information Technology and Systems (K7I)

The Master of Information Technology and Systems (MITS) provides broad knowledge and practical skills across key areas of information technology (IT) and information systems (IS). It is designed for people from all backgrounds, not just those with IT experience, helping you build on your existing skills and strengthen your ability to contribute to industries that rely on technology and systems.

Overview

The MITS is a two-year (200 credit point) course, comprising core units, one technical specialisation, and a second specialisation or four cross-listed units. Students can customise their learning to suit their career goals by choosing from seven specialisations.

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. 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

Course Structure

The MITS course structure includes:

1. Core Units (100 credit points)
2. One Technical Specialisation (50 credit points)
3. Second Specialisation or 4 cross-listed units (50 credit points)

Core Units

• KIT500 - Programming Foundation
• KIT501 - ICT Systems Administration Fundamentals
• KIT502 - Web Development
• KIT503 - ICT Professional Practices and Project Management
• KIT519 - Software Engineering and HCI
• KIT700 - ICT Systems Project
• KIT714 - ICT Research Principles

Technical Specialisations

Students can choose from the following technical specialisations:

• Cybersecurity
• Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence
• Software Development
• Systems Analysis

Cybersecurity Specialisation

The Cybersecurity specialisation prepares students for a career as a security specialist with the skills to develop and maintain secure ICT systems. Compulsory units include:

• KIT515 - Cybersecurity Policies and Practices
• KIT715 - Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking
• KIT725 - Cybersecurity and eForensics
• KIT726 - System Administration and Security Assurance

Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence Specialisation

The Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence specialisation prepares students for a career as a data analyst with the skills to design and implement intelligent ICT solutions using prevailing and emerging AI techniques. Compulsory units include:

• KIT509 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
• KIT712 - Data Management Technology
• KIT718 - Big Data Analytics
• KIT719 - Natural Language Processing and Generative AI

Software Development Specialisation

The Software Development specialisation prepares students for a career as an applications, software, or web programmer with the skills to design and implement innovative ICT solutions using a range of programming languages and emerging technologies. Compulsory units include:

• KIT514 - Secure Web and Cloud Development
• KIT717 - Internet of Things and Web Applications
• KIT721 - Mobile Application Development
• KIT728 - Software Testing and Quality Management

Systems Analysis Specialisation

The Systems Analysis specialisation prepares students for a career as a systems analyst with the skills to design and quality assure ICT solutions to support business processes and information management. Compulsory units include:

• KIT515 - Cybersecurity Policies and Practices
• KIT728 - Software Testing and Quality Management
• KIT729 - Knowledge and Information Strategic Management
• KIT730 - Business Process Innovation

Second Specialisation or 4 Cross-Listed Units

Students can undertake a second technical specialisation to develop depth in another field of ICT or choose four ICT units of their choice from any ICT specialisation.

ICT Research Specialisation

The ICT Research specialisation will give students the skills needed to plan and conduct an independent ICT-related research project. This specialisation is the pathway to a PhD for Master students.

Entry Requirements

For Domestic students:

• 16-unit masters (2 years): Students who do not hold a Bachelor or Graduate Certificate/Diploma in an ICT-related area from an accredited tertiary institution will be required to complete a 2-year, 16-unit masters.
• 12-unit masters (1.5 to 2 years): To qualify for a 12-unit MITS, students must currently hold a Bachelor degree in an ICT-related area or a Bachelor degree in any discipline and a Graduate Certificate/Diploma in an ICT-related area from an accredited tertiary institution.

For International students:

• Admission to most postgraduate coursework courses at the University of Tasmania requires qualifications equivalent to an Australian bachelor degree.
• Applicants must achieve the required grade in their qualifying studies, meet any prerequisite subjects, and meet English language requirements to be eligible for an offer.

English Language Requirements

• IELTS (Academic) 6.5 (no individual band less than 6.0)

Fees & Scholarships

• Domestic students: This is a full-fee course, which means students will need to pay the full amount for their studies. Commonwealth Supported Places are not available in this course.
• International students: 2026 Total Tuition Fee (international students): $81,898 AUD

Scholarships

The University of Tasmania offers a range of scholarships to domestic and international students. For more information, visit the scholarships website.