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Download course brochure Information technology is a complex and dynamic field. To stay relevant, you must constantly update your skills and knowledge. UNE’s Master of Information Technology has a strong technical focus that allows you to refresh your skills and knowledge and future proof your career in this rapidly changing area. If you’re seeking a career change, you can enter the course with no background in IT and graduate ready for employment in a broad range of IT positions in private industry, government agencies or research organisations. If you have a background in IT, you can update your qualifications and future proof your career, with several entry options available that recognise industry experience and previous study, allowing you to reduce your study time. Why study the Master of Information Technology with UNE? Organisations worldwide rely on information and computing technology (ICT) to underpin virtually every aspect of their operations. As a result, software, web and app developers are highly sought after for their specialist capabilities. Choose our Master of Information Technology if you are looking for a change of direction in your career or if you want to enhance your IT qualifications and extend your knowledge in software, web and app development. Designed with employment in mind, every element of our course is focused on expanding your skills and knowledge to ensure you can add maximum value in the workplace. By choosing UNE, you are choosing an industry leader in the provision of online lifelong learning. Year after year, students award UNE the maximum 5-star ratings in The Good Universities Guide for Overall Experience and Student Support. What makes our course different? Our course offers depth, flexibility and a focus on technical skills. You will cover the essential elements of information technology, such as computer programming, database management systems, web technologies and software development, and put theory into practice with a research project or capstone experience. In this course you will have opportunities to: Steer your studies in the direction you choose by selecting from units covering specialised topics such as computer networks and security, artificial intelligence, management information systems, user experience design and web programming. Work with industry-leading programming languages such as Python, JavaScript and SQL. Put theory into practice with a capstone project developing an information technology solution to a real-world issue for an industry client. Collaborate with fellow students and gain hands-on development experience in our software development studio units. Study on campus or online, using a variety of educational technologies including video lectures and online discussion forums, giving you the flexibility to balance your studies and other commitments. Hone your written and oral communication skills to justify and interpret theoretical propositions, methodologies, conclusions and professional decisions to specialist and non-specialist audiences. Apply for advanced standing (credit) in recognition of your previous studies, saving you both time and money. Exit early with a Graduate Diploma in Information Technology if you choose not to complete the full master's course at a stage where you satisfy the requirements for the Graduate Diploma. Study online Most of our students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. Uniquely, our online students are mostly over 30 and bring valuable experience with them. They form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities and who bring their life and work experience together at UNE in order to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world. Study on campus Many of our students choose to take advantage of the on-campus lifestyle in Armidale, in the beautiful New England region, with access to unparalleled support, accommodation and sporting facilities. These students are often starting their first degree and have left school recently. Through access to academic and career support they get a fantastic start to their careers.
Where You Can Study
Sydney
211 Church St, Parramatta, NSW 2150
Eligibility
Select the option that best describes you. I want to study on campus If you are an international applicant who wants to study on campus in Australia: You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course. This course is offered under four admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7) in any discipline. If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A . Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline.* If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B . Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule C: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline.* If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C . Please see the Rule C Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule D: You have completed a Bachelor qualification from an overseas institution in any discipline. You must be studying full-time at the UNE Sydney campus on a fee-paying basis.* If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule D . Please see the Rule D Course Structure (Program of Study).
Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following: Data Science Information Systems Information Technology Mathematics Software Engineering Statistics Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa. Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. Visa Information On-Campus study If you would like to study full-time in Australia at one of UNE's campuses, you will need to have a visa that allows you to study. For most international students this visa will need to be a Student Visa . The Australian Department of Home Affairs has further information about visa eligibility and conditions. I want to study online If you are an international applicant who wants to study online (overseas or in Australia): You will need to meet both the Academic and English Language Requirements to gain admission into this course. Meeting academic requirements means we review what you have already studied to see if you have the results needed for admission to your preferred course. This course is offered under three admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7) in any discipline. If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A . Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline.* If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B . Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule C: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline.* If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C . Please see the Rule C Course Structure (Program of Study).
Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following: Data Science Information Systems Information Technology Mathematics Software Engineering Statistics Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. International applicants, please note: You may also need to show evidence of your English language proficiency to the Department of Home Affairs if you are applying for a Student Visa. Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. Visa Information Online study in your own country If you would like to study online with UNE while you reside outside of Australia you do not need a Student Visa . If your course requires you to visit Australia to attend any mandatory study requirements, you would need to explore Visitor Visa options for a short-term stay. Online study in Australia If you would like to study online with UNE while you are residing in Australia, you will need to hold a visa (other than a Student Visa) that allows you to study. If you are unsure if your visa allows you to study, you can check with UNE's International Admissions team. If you hold a Student Visa you cannot study completely online; you must be enrolled as an on-campus student (although you can study a limited number of online units). Supporting documents Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application: A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification. Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth; for example, a foreign government identity card. Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied. If you have completed a UNE-approved formal English test within the last two years, you must provide a copy of the test results with your application. Please see UNE’s English Language Requirements above for further information. Advanced standing and credit for prior learning Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies. Course Entry Advanced Standing Some entry rules come with Advanced Standing or Articulation Programs that are assessed automatically without the need for you to fill in an additional application. Simply apply for your course and we’ll look after the rest. If you are admitted under Rule B , you will be granted 24 credit points of Block Advanced Standing. If you are admitted under Rule C , you will be granted 48 credit points of Block Advanced Standing. You cannot apply for further Advanced Standing. Individual Unit Advanced Standing If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing. If you are admitted under Rules A or D , you can apply for up to 48 credit points of Advanced Standing. This may include up to 6 credit points of Advanced Standing based on relevant professional experience. If you are admitted under Rule B , you can apply for up a further 24 credit points of Advanced Standing. This may include up to 6 credit points of Advanced Standing based on relevant professional experience. Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the following units: COSC594 Information Technology Project: Proposal and Design COSC595 Information Technology Project: Implementation > Learn how to apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing This course is offered under three admission rules, each with its own Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule A: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7) in any discipline. If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule A . Please see the Rule A Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule B: You have completed a Bachelor qualification (AQF Level 7 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline.* If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule B . Please see the Rule B Course Structure (Program of Study). Rule C: You have completed a Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma or Bachelor with Honours (AQF Level 8 or overseas equivalent) in a relevant discipline.* If you are admitted on this basis, you will be eligible for admission under Rule C . Please see the Rule C Course Structure (Program of Study).
Relevant disciplines include, but are not limited to, the following: Data Science Information Systems Information Technology Mathematics Software Engineering Statistics Please note: all admissions are subject to UNE’s Admission, Credit and Enrolment Policy . Please read and familiarise yourself with the details of the policy. See our Glossary for help with university terms. Additional requirements for all applicants These requirements are in addition to the entry requirements above. English Language Requirements When applying you may be required to show how you satisfy the English Language Requirements for this course. Inherent Requirements You must meet the Inherent Requirements in order to complete this course. Intensive Schools Mandatory intensive schools on campus may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. Please see the UNE Course Handbook for the specific requirements of each unit. Supporting documents Some courses require you to provide documentary evidence, or interviews to support your application. The following documents are required to support your application: A certified academic transcript of your completed qualification. Advanced standing and credit for prior learning Advanced Standing is credit or recognition of your previous study, work and/or life experience. This can reduce the cost and length of your studies. Course Entry Advanced Standing Some entry rules come with Advanced Standing or Articulation Programs that are assessed automatically without the need for you to fill in an additional application. Simply apply for your course and we’ll look after the rest. If you are admitted under Rule B , you will be granted 24 credit points of Block Advanced Standing. If you are admitted under Rule C , you will be granted 48 credit points of Block Advanced Standing. You cannot apply for further Advanced Standing. Individual Unit Advanced Standing If you are admitted into this course and believe you have already completed the equivalent of one or more of the units in your Course Structure (Program of Study) within the last ten years, you can apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing. If you are admitted under Rules A or D , you can apply for up to 48 credit points of Advanced Standing. This may include up to 6 credit points of Advanced Standing based on relevant professional experience. If you are admitted under Rule B , you can apply for up a further 24 credit points of Advanced Standing. This may include up to 6 credit points of Advanced Standing based on relevant professional experience. Please note: Advanced Standing cannot be granted for the following units: COSC594 Information Technology Project: Proposal and Design COSC595 Information Technology Project: Implementation > Learn how to apply for Individual Unit Advanced Standing
Career & Study Pathways
Common Questions
Yes. If you're seeking a career change, you can enter the course with no background in IT and graduate ready for employment in a broad range of IT positions in private industry, government agencies or research organisations.
The course takes 1, 1.5, or 2 years to complete full-time depending on your entry rule, or up to 6 years part-time. It consists of 16 units (96 credit points), and advanced standing may reduce total study time.
You will cover the essential elements of information technology, such as computer programming, database management systems, web technologies and software development. You will also have opportunities to study specialised topics such as computer networks and security, artificial intelligence, management information systems, user experience design and web programming, and work with industry-leading programming languages such as Python, JavaScript and SQL.
Yes. You can exit early with a Graduate Diploma in Information Technology if you choose not to complete the full master's course at a stage where you satisfy the requirements for the Graduate Diploma.
The course is available online and at the Armidale campus in Trimester 1 (February 2026) and Trimester 2 (June 2026). The Armidale campus does not offer Trimester 3 (October 2026) intake, while the online mode is available across all three trimesters. The Sydney campus offers places in Trimester 1 and Trimester 2 for international students. The CRICOS code is 047297A.
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