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Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) 

I0901

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Hawthorn

Full-time

Postgraduate

Two years full-time or equivalent part-time

The Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) provides an opportunity for participants to undertake a program of advanced studies in IT with an emphasis on enhancing the ability of graduates to gain professional employment in the IT industry. The program 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 web application development, information systems, or network design and security.

The Faculty of Information and Communication Technologies is fortunate to encompass all of the major disciplines in ICT including computing, software engineering, 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.


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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.

Part-time mode includes the possiblity of studying one unit of study at a time*. Evening classes are available in most units of study in Semester 1 (February), Semester 2 (July) and the October teaching period.
 
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.


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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 Engineering
  • Web Application Development
  • Information Systems
  • Network Design and Security


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HIT8098 Agile Development Project (requires permission)
HIT8099 Enterprise .NET
HIT8119 Enterprise Java
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
HIT8408 Information Systems Risk and Security
HIT8409 Process Modelling
HIT8410 Systems Acquisition and Implementation Management
HIT8413 Business Intelligence
HIT8419 Decision Analysis Systems
HIT8422 Database Performance Issues
HIT8423 Enterprise Systems Management
HIT8424 Information Systems Management
HIT8425 Information Systems in SMEs
HIT8426 Enterprise Systems Implementation
HIT8463 Managing the IT Capability*
HIT8464 Delivering IT Business Value*
HIT8465 Managing IT-Enabled Transformation
HIT9466 Advanced Topics in Information Systems Management*

* These units of study are offered in the Master of Information Systems Management (I098) and are available to MIT students who have at least two years relevant industry experience.

Level 2 elective units of study
HIT5091 Web Development or HIT6307 Internet Technologies
HIT7407 Information Systems Project Management
HIT7412 Business Information Systems Analysis
HIT7420 Database Management Systems
HIT7421 Database Implementation
HET706 Networks and Routing
HET710 Network Administration

Research units of study
HIT8067 Minor Thesis (50 CP)
HIT8069 Research Paper (12.5 CP)
HIT8070 Research Report (25 CP)
HIT9010 Research Methods (12.5 CP)
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, HIT8069 Research Paper, or HIT8070 Research Report.


Recommended study sequences

Web Application Development Specialisation
Semester 1
HIT5091 Web Development
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)
HIT8099 Enterprise .NET or HIT8087 Advanced Java

Information Systems stream
Semester 1
HIT5401 Introduction to Business Information Systems
 
 
Software Engineering Specialisation
(February intake only)
Semester 4
choose two of


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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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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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This program is accredited at Professional Level (the highest level) with the Australian Computer Society.


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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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Admission to the Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) is available to applicants who have a recognised bachelor degree with successful completion of studies in Information Technology, equivalent to at least one and a half years of an Australian bachelor degree in Information Technology.


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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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In 2010, tuition fees for this program are based on $1975 per 12.5 credit point unit of study. In the event that a unit of study is derived from another program, the applicable fee will be that of the other program. All fees are reviewed each year and may increase without notice.

The Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) is a suite of income contingent loans for Australian citizens and holders of Australian permanent humanitarian visas. FEE-HELP (previously PELS) – is available to eligible fee paying undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides students with a loan to cover their tuition fees (lifetime maximum $83,313 from 1 January 2009). The FEE-HELP limit is indexed on 1 January each year.

Note: New Zealand citizens and holders of other Australian permanent resident visas do not have access to HELP loans. These students must pay their student contributions or tuition fees up front without a discount.

For further information on your support and study options visit the 'Going to Uni' website at: http://www.goingtouni.gov.au


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

2010 Closing Dates:
5 February for start 1 March
16 July for start 9 August


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Web: Enquire online

Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794)
 


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