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Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing)

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Overview

The Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) is a 12 unit masters program of advanced studies in information technology (IT) with an emphasis on enhancing the ability of graduates to gain professional employment in the IT industry.
Duration2 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Study modeFull-time
Course codeI0901
Fees
The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year.
For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.

Career opportunities

This program addresses the issues and technologies that are being widely adopted in industry. Graduates will be equipped for employment in IT and network positions.
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Course in detail

On this page: course description, course structure, major specialisations and units of study.

Course description

The Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) is designed for those who have undertaken previous university-level studies in IT, equivalent to at least one year of an Australian bachelor degree. Students are recommended to focus their studies in either software development, information systems analysis and management or networks.
The Faculty of Information and Communication Technologies is fortunate to encompass all of the major disciplines in ICT including computing, information systems and telecommunications. This unique structure provides students with a broad range of study choices enabling selection of units of study across all disciplines.
Students with a degree in a non-IT discipline wishing to undertake IT studies should enrol in the Master of Technology (Information Technology). Students with a bachelor degree in IT recognised as equivalent to an Australian IT bachelor degree should enrol in the Master of Information Technology.

Course structure

The Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) program consists of 12 units of study (150 credit points), equivalent to two years of full-time study. The program is run in two stages: Stage 1 is foundation studies and Stage 2 provides advanced studies. Postgraduate units of study in the Faculty of ICT are categorised as Level 2 or 3.
Stage 1 of the program involves four elective Level 2 units of study (50 credit points).
Stage 2 of the program involves eight units of study (100 credit points) comprising a core of two Level 3 units of study (25 credit points), up to two elective Level 2 units of study (25 credit points) and at least four elective Level 3 units of study (50 credit points).
The program is accredited with a standard full-time* study pattern of 37.5 credit points (three units of study) each semester, allowing for the 150 credit point program to be completed over two years. Students who wish to study four units in any semester or throughout the program, will be permitted to do so with permission of the program coordinator.
Please note: Some units of study are subject to quotas and minimum enrolment requirements. Not all units of study are available every semester or in the evening, and changes in program structure occur from time to time.
*International students are required to study full-time.

Major specialisations

Students in the Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) are recommended to focus their studies through one of the available specialisations. Current specialisations are:
  • Software Development
  • Information Systems Analysis and Management
  • Networks

Units of study

Level 3 Core Units
HIT8044 Professional Issues in Information Technology
Choose one of:
HIT8071 Professional Project  or HIT8416 Industry Project (Analytical) or
HIT8427 Configuring Business Information Systems Solutions or
HIT9326 Internship Project (must pass an interview and meet other conditions)
Level 3 Elective Units
HET708 Internetworking Technologies
HIT7462 Contemporary Issues in Business Analysis *
HIT7702 Enterprise Network Server Administration
HIT7703 Enterprise Services and Security
HIT8023 Human Computer Interaction
HIT8057 Software Testing and Reliability
HIT8060 Systems Project Management*
HIT8066 Software Tools
HIT8087 Advanced Java
HIT8098 Agile Development Project **(requires permission)
HIT8121 Internet Security
HIT8156 Software Process Improvement
HIT8159 Software Quality Management
HIT8164 Internet Networking Infrastructure
HIT8166 Software Testing Processes & Automation
HIT8186 IS Governance and Strategy *
HIT8197 Advanced .NET Programming
HIT8243 Games Programming
HIT8303 Data Structures and Patterns
HIT8304 Database Programming
HIT8324 Web Application Development
HIT8325 Web Application Architectures
HIT8328 Software Development for Mobile Devices 
HIT8329 Creating Data Driven Mobile Applications
HIT8331 Software Architecture Design Thinking and Reasoning
HIT8408 Information Systems Risk and Security
HIT8405 Business Process Modelling
HIT8410 Systems Acquisition and Implementation Management
HIT8413 Business Intelligence
HIT8419 Decision Analysis Systems
HIT8421 Database Implementation
HIT8428 Database Administration
HIT8423 Enterprise Systems Management
HIT8424 Information Systems Management
HIT8425 Information Systems in Small and Medium Enterprises
HIT8426 Enterprise Systems Implementation
HIT8463 Managing the IT Capability*
HIT8464 Delivering IT Business Value*
HIT8465 Managing IT-Enabled Transformation
HIT8478 Information and Knowledge Management
HIT9466 Advanced Topics in Information Systems Management*
HIT6632 eForensic Evidence**
HIT6633 eForensic Risk Assessment**
HIT9301 Software Development for Cloud Computing
HIT8119 Enterprise Java
HIT8099 Enterprise .NET
* These units of study are offered in the Master of Information Systems Management (I098) and may be available to MIT(PC) students who have at least two years relevant industry experience.
** Requires approval from MIT(PC) Program Coordinator
Level 2 Elective Units
HIT6307 Internet Technologies
HIT5401 Introduction to Business Information Systems
HIT6037 Software Development in Java
HIT6316 Usability
HIT6322 Enterprise Technologies and Architectures
HIT6323 Web Programming
HIT6405 Requirements, Analysis and Modelling
HIT7037 Programming in Java
HIT6416 Enterprise Systems
HIT7407 Information Systems Project Management
HIT7412 Business Information Systems Analysis
HIT7422 Database Systems
HET706 Networks and Routing
HET710 Network Administration
HIT6630 Cyberlaw Fundamentals**
HIT6631 eForensic Fundamentals**
** Requires approval from MIT(PC) Program Coordinator
Research Units
HIT8067 Minor Thesis (50 credit points completed over 2 semesters. Students enrol into HIT8167 and HIT8267)
HIT8069 Research Paper (12.5 credit points)
HIT8070 Research Report (25 credit points completed over 2 semesters. Students enrol into HIT8170 and HIT8270)
HIT9010 Research Methods (12.5 credit points)
Students wishing to undertake research units must present evidence of their capacity for research. Students who are approved to study research units may choose no more than one of HIT8067 Minor Thesis (HIT8167 + HIT8267), HIT8069 Research Paper, or HIT8070 Research Report (HIT8170 + HIT8270).
Recommended Study Sequences
Software Development Specialisation
Semester 1
HIT6307 Internet Technologies
HIT6322 Enterprise Technologies and Architectures
HIT6323 Web Programming
Semester 2
HIT6037 Software Development in Java
HIT7407 Information Systems Project Management
HIT8324 Web Application Development
Semester 3
HIT6316 Usability
HIT8325 Web Application Architectures
HIT8304 Database Programming or HIT8119 Enterprise Java
Semester 4
HIT8044 Professional Issues in Information Technology (core)
HIT8071 Professional Project or  HIT9326 Internship Project  (core)
HIT8087 Advanced Java or HIT8099 Enterprise .NET
Information Systems Analysis and Management Specialisation
Semester 1
HIT5401 Introduction to Business Information Systems
HIT6405 Requirements, Analysis and Modelling
HIT7422 Database Systems
Semester 2
HIT6416 Enterprise Systems
HIT7407 Information Systems Project Management
HIT8405 Business Process Modelling
Semester 3
HIT7412 Business Information Systems Analysis or HIT8408 Information Systems Risk and Security
HIT8410 Systems Acquisition and Implementation Management
HIT8423 Enterprise Systems Management
Semester 4
HIT8044 Professional Issues in Information Technology (core)
HIT8413 Business Intelligence or level-3 IS elective
HIT8416 Industry Project (Analytical) or HIT9326 Internship Project or HIT8427 Configuring Business Information Systems Solutions (core)
Networks Specialisation
Semester 1
HIT6307 Internet Technologies
HIT6322 Enterprise Technologies and Architectures
HET706 Networks and Routing
Semester 2
HIT6323 Web Programming
HIT7407 Information Systems Project Management
HET710 Network Administration
Semester 3
HIT7702 Enterprise Network Server Administration
HET708 Internetworking Technologies
HIT8121 Internet Security
Semester 4
HIT8044 Professional Issues in Information Technology (core)
HIT8071 Professional Project or HIT9326 Internship Project  (core)
HIT7703 Enterprise Services and Security
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Graduate outcomes

On this page: career opportunities, professional recognition and graduate attributes.

Career opportunities

This program addresses the issues and technologies that are being widely adopted in industry. Graduates will be equipped for employment in IT and network positions.

Professional recognition

This course has been accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at Professional Level (the highest level).

Graduate attributes

This program produces graduates who: 
  • Are capable in their chosen professional areas
  • Are adaptable and manage change
  • Operate effectively in work and community situations
  • Are aware of environments
  • Are entrepreneurial in contributing to innovation and development within their business or community
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Course experience

On this page: Swinburne Abroad.

Swinburne Abroad

Swinburne offers International Exchange Programs as well as other Education Abroad Programs to help internationalise your degree. International Exchange is an academic program allowing you to study at a Swinburne Partner Institution for one or two semesters during your degree. Swinburne's Partner Institutions offer many relevant subjects as well as a secure base to explore a different culture. Your studies while on exchange can be credited towards your Swinburne degree, provided they are relevant and approved by Swinburne. For further information visit the Education Abroad website.
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On this page: entry requirements and recognition of prior learning

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

This program is not offered to domestic students.
 
Admission to the Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) is available to International applicants who have completed a recognised bachelor degree that includes studies in information technology comprising at least one third of the degree.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a process where a student may be granted credit or partial credit towards a qualification in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training.

For further details for students considering Higher Education courses: www.swin.edu.au/corporate/registrar/ppd/files/stuinf.htm
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How to apply

Application forms can be downloaded from the website at: www.swinburne.edu.au/hed/postgrad/apply

Course fees

The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year.
For information about Swinburne's fees visit the Fees website.

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