Master of Information Technology

    Master of Information Technology

    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 30,949 / Yaer
    Next IntakeJuly 2, 2026

    Master of Information Technology

    About

    Build your technical expertise and gain an IT skillset future-proofed for industry needs with La Trobe's Master of Information Technology.

    Get essential skills in database logic and data structures, programming, cybersecurity, network engineering and artificial intelligence. Complement your IT know-how with transferable skills in entrepreneurship, professional practice and project management.

    By studying La Trobe's Master of Information Technology, you will:

    • develop software engineering skills and master full-stack, front-end and software development
    • improve your Java and Python knowledge in programming, algorithms and data structures
    • tailor your degree to your career goals with specialisations in artificial intelligence, cloud analytics, cybersecurity, internet of things (IoT), networking, quantum information technology or software engineering, plus a range of electives
    • supplement your skills with certifications through our partnership with Microsoft and get hands-on experience in our on-campus Cisco labs
    • choose an industry development project or work-based placement to cement your learning and launch your career, or pursue an applied research project or industry-based thesis
    • have the flexibility to exit early with a Graduate Diploma after one year or a Graduate Certificate after six months
    • graduate ready to apply for membership of the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

    The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 9 - Masters Degree.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).

    240 credit point pathway (2 years):

    Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).

    OR

    Completion of the Postgraduate Qualifying Program

    180 credit point pathway – Cognate Entry (18 months):

    Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in computer science, information technology, or information systems.

    Any cases requiring academic judgement will be referred to the School for assessment.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 65
    • IELTSMin 7
    • TOEFLMin 94

    English Program Requirements

    6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

    Career

    Prepare for a rewarding career in the public or private sector, in areas such as including technology, communications, education, finance, government, defence, healthcare, and energy and resources. Possible roles include:

    • business or research analyst
    • senior programmer
    • network engineer
    • full-stack developer
    • internet of things (IoT) systems architect or engineer
    • IT administrator
    • quantum IT specialist or software engineer
    • ICT security specialist.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    30,949 / Yaer

    Master of Information Technology

    La Trobe University

    La Trobe University

    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne