Master of Information Technology

Course overview This course is designed to significantly extend your existing qualification and experience in the field of information technology. This masters degree may be completed in one of two ways, by coursework, where you complete 48 credit points or by coursework and dissertation where you complete 36 credit points in coursework and a 12-credit point dissertation. You’ll be able to tailor your degree to meet your career goals by choosing specialisations in IT Management, Data Science or Internetworking and Security. Hear how Bruno maximised his specialisation in Data Science to gain a competitive advantage in a data-driven world. You’ll also have the flexibility to complete qualifications as you go, allowing you to complete the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology after one semester, or the Graduate Diploma after one year, in either Information Technology Management , Cyber Security and Networking or Artificial Intelligence and Data Science , depending on which units you select. 3 reasons to study a Master of Information Technology at Murdoch Make use of our brand new IT Innovation Hub, a cutting-edge learning teaching and research facility, fitted out with the latest mixed and augmented reality equipment, operational data centre and high performance computing capabilities. Study at the only university in WA ranked as world standard by the ERA

• in the field of Networking and Mobile Technologies. *Source: ERA 2018 This course has been designed in collaboration with industry partners with an emphasis on effective communication and the development of solutions to complex real world IT problems. Develop your skills Build essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals. Topics you’ll cover include: Information security management Project management Network administration Business analytics Data science Your career There is a critical need for modern IT professionals responsible for establishing, maintaining and developing information systems in a wide range of sectors including: commerce, telecommunications, health, education, architecture, mining, engineering, law and government and non- government organisations. Careers could include: IT Project Manager Business Intelligence Officer Network Administrator Data Analyst Majors within this course may have different attendance modes. Please check the relevant major's page for further information. Professional accreditation The Australian Computer Society (ACS) has accredited the following programs at the Professional level: Master of Information Technology (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science) (M1220 MJ-IAID) Master of Information Technology (Cyber Security and Networking) (M1220 MJ-ICSN) Professional recognition Graduates of this course are eligible to apply for membership of Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the Professional level. The course prepares graduates to sit for a range of industry certification examinations relevant to their chosen major. Start dates Starting period Location Face to Face Online Mixed mode In this attendance mode , teaching and learning activities are delivered both face-to-face and online, with scheduled or flexible learning times. Semester 1, 2026 Murdoch Yes Yes No Semester 2, 2026 Murdoch Yes Yes No Semester 1, 2027 Murdoch Yes Yes No Semester 2, 2027 Murdoch Yes Yes No View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes . Starting period Location Face to Face Online Mixed mode In this attendance mode , teaching and learning activities are delivered both face-to-face and online, with scheduled or flexible learning times. Semester 1, 2026 Murdoch Yes No No Semester 2, 2026 Murdoch Yes No No Semester 1, 2027 Murdoch Yes No No Semester 2, 2027 Murdoch Yes No No View the dates for our teaching periods or find out more about attendance modes . Majors in this course Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (with Dissertation) Cyber Security and Networking Cyber Security and Networking (with Dissertation) IT Management IT Management (with Dissertation) Become industry-ready Gain practical experience with hands-on learning, internships, and real-world projects shaped by our reach and industry partners. Esports gaming hub Get competitive in our Esports Gaming Hub, the first of its kind on a university campus in WA. Career-launching course Designed by world-class academics in close consultation with industry experts.