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2 Years
Full time / Part time
February | July
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Collingwood Campus, Melbourne Polytechnic, Collingwood VIC
377 Waterdale Rd, Heidelberg West, VIC 3081
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
ACS
Course Content
Logical Reasoning and Programming
This subject explores the intersection of advanced Information Technology (IT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI). It focuses on developing essential problem-solving skills and ethical practices for IT professionals. Students will delve into IT research analysis, AI techniques, and logical reasoning. They will also practice programming skills and learn how to analyse, implement and apply AI techniques and algorithms.
Mathematical Statistics
Mathematical statistics, a branch of mathematics deals with models that establish relationships between data and theory. Students delve into fundamental topics such as probability, distribution, and random variables, along with statistical inferencing, data analysis, and their application in AI and data science using relevant software.
System Requirements and Modelling
This subject equips students to develop the knowledge and skills in the conceptual, technical, and managerial foundations of system requirements and modelling. Students will learn how to design a set of system requirement specifications using use cases and user stories.
Network Communication and Architectures
This subject provides an in-depth study of Network Communications and Architectures, with an emphasis on the Concepts, Topology and Architectures for the organisation networks. Core subject for Cyber Security Major.
Data Mining and Applications
This subject provides the basics of data mining and its applications in different business scenarios. It introduces students to different data mining techniques to analyse complex datasets, discover trends and patterns and forecast scenarios that evolve over time. Core subject for Data Analytics Major.
Database Technologies
This subject provides students with a comprehensive understanding of advanced database technologies and their roles in IT specialist areas such as cyber security and data analytics applied to real-life scenarios.
Project Management and Practice
This subject focuses on advanced project management theories, principles, and practices with an emphasis on industry standard methodologies and frameworks.
Research Methods
Business Process Analytics
Applied Research Project 1
Web and Mobile Intelligence
Machine Learning and Visualisation
Applied Research Project 2
Big Data, Cloud and Analytics
IoT and Blockchain Intelligence
Common Questions
The Master of Information Technology offers two in-demand majors: Cyber Security and Data Analytics. Both majors share core foundational subjects in programming, data management, systems design, research and professional practice, with artificial intelligence embedded throughout the curriculum.
The program offers flexible, nested qualifications including a Graduate Certificate and Graduate Diploma. Students can also earn an industry-recognised SAS Academic Specialisation in Information Technology Analytics, providing a globally respected credential in AI and analytics. Additionally, as a corporate member of the Australian Computer Society, Melbourne Polytechnic offers Master of IT students complimentary ACS Student Supported Memberships.
The Master of Information Technology takes 2 years to complete full time or 4 years part time. Intakes are available in February and July each year, and the course is delivered at the Collingwood Campus.
Subjects are assessed in a variety of ways including practical exercises, tests, projects, written reports, case studies, research analyses, simulations, oral presentations, reflective journals, and peer evaluations.
Graduates of the Master of Information Technology will be equipped for a variety of professional roles including Security Engineer, Penetration Tester, Forensics Analyst, Cyber Risk Manager, Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Big Data Specialist, Business Analyst, and Cyber Security Analyst. The degree also provides clear pathways into further academic research.
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