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Course Code: M1074
The MSc(IT) is a professional qualification in Information Technology, designed to provide candidates with appropriate practical understanding, skills and knowledge for managing IT use, change and development. The primary aim is to allow IT professionals an opportunity for professional upgrading or an extension of their qualifications and experience.
The degree may be completed in one of two ways:
a) Coursework
Students complete 24 points of advanced postgraduate units covering a wide range of topics of current concern in the industry.
b) Coursework and Dissertation
Students complete 12 points of coursework units and a 12-point dissertation.
All students complete an additional 24 points of coursework units. It is possible to select these units from one of several lists, leading to a named specialisation within the MSc of Games Technology or Internetworking and Security.
Students may exit the MSc(IT) at various points, to complete the Postgraduate Certificate or Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology, Postgraduate Diploma in Games Technology, or Postgraduate Diploma in Internetworking and Security.
| Level: | Master - Coursework |
|---|---|
| Qualification: | Master of Science (MSc) in Information Technology |
| Duration: | 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Availability: | Murdoch campus (internal) |
| Employment Prospects: | There is a critical need for modern IT professionals responsible for establishing, maintaining and developing information systems in a wide variety of sectors including commerce, telecommunications, health, education, architecture, mining, engineering, law and charities. |
| Professional Recognition: | Graduates of this course are eligible for membership of the Australian Computer Society at the Professional Level. |
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