Master of Research Information and Communication Technology
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    Master of Research Information and Communication Technology

    Swinburne University of Technology
    Swinburne University of Technology
    Australia
    Australia, Melbourne
    University Rank:#291
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    Duration2 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 32,362 / Year
    Next IntakeAugust 4, 2026

    Master of Research Information and Communication Technology

    About

    Overview

    The Master of Research (Information and Communication Technology) is part of a combined set of programs that offer students a pathway into a higher degree by research from an undergraduate degree.

    The Master of Research (Information and Communication Technology) offers students the opportunity to undertake supervised research in the related discipline of their choice, with the aim of submitting a major thesis of 20,000 words.

    Candidates develop a range of skills, including independent thinking, project management, data analysis and critical thinking, as well as refined communication skills.

    The program fosters the development of independent research skills, making it ideal preparation for those looking to undertake further research through a PhD program and/or pursue a career in research.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Qualifications

    To be eligible for admission into the Master of Research (MR-INTICT) course, an applicant must have successfully completed the Bachelor of Research (Honours) (BH-INTICT) at Swinburne with a credit average.

    Students applying to the Master of Research (MR-INTICT) will automatically be considered for a place in the Bachelor of Research (Honours) (BH-INTICT) and do not need to apply separately for the Bachelor of Research (Honours) program.

    A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) can now be done on campus in Hawthorn at Room 132, Building TD. Book now or call +61 3 9214 3584 for more information.

    To be eligible for admission into the Master of Research (MR-INTICT) course, an applicant must have successfully completed the Bachelor of Research (Honours) (BH-INTICT) at Swinburne with a credit average.

    Students applying to the Master of Research (MR-INTICT) will automatically be considered for a place in the Bachelor of Research (Honours) (BH-INTICT) and do not need to apply separately for the Bachelor of Research (Honours) program.

    Admission requirements

    Meeting the minimum entry requirements for the course does not guarantee an offer of a place. Check admission requirements for general information about the admission process.

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 58
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 79

    English Program Requirements

    English language requirements

    Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

    Need to undertake an English assessment for entry?

    A prerequisite for many courses, the Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic) can now be done at our Hawthorn campus.

    Career

    Your career opportunities

    • Academic
    • Researcher
    • Government consultant industry
    • Entrepreneur
    • Business development
    • Analyst – policy, market, quantitative

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    32,362 / year

    How to Apply

    To apply online, you will need these supporting documents

    • Certified copies of your previous academic results.
    • Certified English language proficiency test results (IELTS, PTE or TOEFL).
    • Letters from your school or employer.
    • If you do not meet the Year 12 design prerequisite a portfolio will need to be submitted for assessment (except for the Swinburne Foundation Year (Design)).
    • A Statement of Activity if there is a gap in study (for example, if you graduated secondary education in 2017 and are applying for one of our courses in 2019, we will require a written statement of what you have been doing in 2018).

    If you are applying for credit, you must include course outlines and translated (English) copies (if required) from your previous or current course. 

    Master of Research Information and Communication Technology

    Swinburne University of Technology

    Swinburne University of Technology

    Australia

    Australia, Melbourne

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