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Master of Information Technology 

I091     


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Full-time
Part-time (evening) 		Postgraduate 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time Hawthorn (Semester 1, Semester 2)

The Master of Information Technology provides a comprehensive program in information technology (IT) including specialisations in Software Development, Information Systems Analysis and Management or Networks.

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The Master of Information Technology (commonly known as MIT) provides an opportunity for participants to undertake an in-depth study of some of today's most exciting IT developments. The program provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in information technology which will meet the needs of those who wish to add IT skills to their existing qualification or work experience, or IT professionals or recent graduates seeking to extend or update their knowledge.
 
The program consists of foundation units (Stage 1) that provide a thorough introduction to IT, and advanced units (Stage 2) that include electives in web systems, Java and J2EE, reliable software systems, information systems modelling, enterprise and systems architecture, network design and security, information systems management, human-computer interaction, .NET technology, object-oriented software development and service-oriented computing. 
 
Those students with a recognised IT background may be eligible for exemptions from foundation units. Students may choose a general program of study or may choose one of the following specialisations: software development, information systems analysis and management or networks.

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The Master is part of a nested suite of programs that also includes the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology (I071)* and the Graduate Diploma of Information Technology. There are a number of entry points depending on previous academic studies and work experience.

The master degree consists of 200 credit points. A maximum of eight exemptions (100 credit points) are available in this program. The program is run in two stages: Stage 1 provides foundation studies and Stage 2 provides advanced studies. Postgraduate units of study are categorised as Level 2 or 3.
 
Stage 1 of the program involves eight Level 2 units of study (100 credit points) comprising a core of six units of study (75 credit points) and two elective units of study (25 credit points). Students completing Stage 1 may exit with the Graduate Diploma of Information Technology.
 
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).
 
Students may exit with a Graduate Certificate of Information Technology on completion of four units of study. Exemptions cannot be credited towards the graduate certificate award.

Students may exit with a Graduate Diploma of Information Technology on completion of eight units of study providing the core requirements of this program are achieved. A maximum of two exemptions (25 credit points) are available in the graduate diploma.
 
The following are common program patterns and durations for students with different backgrounds:
  • Students with a recognised IT bachelor degree in equivalent to an Australian degree will undertake a 100 credit point program (eight units of study) completed over one year full-time (accelerated study pattern) or two years part-time.
  • Students with a recognised non-IT bachelor degree will undertake a 200 credit point program (16 units of study) completed over two years full-time or four years part-time 
The program is available in both full-time and part-time** (5.30pm to 9.30pm) modes. Evening classes are available in most units of study and entry is possible in both Semester 1 and Semester 2.
 
Students may apply for an exemption for particular units of study on the basis of work experience or studies already completed at another educational institution. Normally a maximum of 100 credit points of exemptions can be granted, none from Stage 2. In the following situations the faculty will generally require the student to undertake an alternative unit of study at the equivalent level instead of granting an exemption:
  • students applying for exemptions based on previous studies completed outside Australia;
  • students applying for exemptions for core Stage 2 units of study on the basis of prior knowledge or experience. For example, any student with more than two years experience working in the IT profession may not be required to take HIT8044 and or a project unit and will undertake alternative Level 3 electives instead.

In the case of credit transfer agreements or transfer form the equivalent of Stage 2 of other Masters courses at least 50 credit points must be completed. 

Please note: some units of study are subject to minimum enrolment requirements. Not all units of study are available every semester, and changes in course structure occur from time to time.
 
* The Graduate Certificate of Information Technology is not normally available as an entry point for international students.
** International student visa holders are required to study full-time.

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In the second stage of the MIT, it is possible to select a broad program comprising 100 credit points of advanced units of study, providing prerequisite requirements are satisfied. Alternatively, students may choose to focus on one of the available specialisations. Current specialisations are:
  • Software Development
  • Information Systems Analysis and Management
  • Networks

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Choose one of:

Level 3 Elective Units
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*
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
In stage 2 Students may complete up to 25 credit points of Level 2 units of study. 
HIT6037 Software Development in Java
HET710 Network Administration

Research Units
HIT8067 Minor Thesis (50 CP completed over 2 semesters. Students enrol into HIT8167 and HIT8267)
HIT8069 Research Paper (12.5 CP)
HIT8070 Research Report (25 CP completed over 2 semesters. Students enrol into HIT8170 and HIT8270)
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 3
Level-2 or level-3 elective
Semester 4
 
Information Systems Analysis and Management Specialisation
Semester 1
Semester 4

Networks Specialisation
Semester 1
Semester 3
Semester 4
  
Master of Information Technology
(Accelerated program for students with 100cp of exemptions. Students study four units per semester)
Semester 1
Elective (Level 2 or 3)
Elective (Level 2 or 3)
Elective (Level 3)
Elective (Level 3)
Semester 2
Elective (Level 3)
Elective (Level 3)

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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 (ACS).

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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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A degree from a recognised tertiary institution or approved equivalent.

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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.

Further details for students considering Higher Education courses: www.swin.edu.au/corporate/registrar/ppd/files/stuinf.htm

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The indicative course tuition fee is $17,600 for 2012, based on one year full time load (or 1 EFTSL). The total tuition fee is dependent upon the combination of units of study selected by the student. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.

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 is available to eligible fee-paying undergraduate and postgraduate students. It provides students with a loan to cover their tuition fees (lifetime maximum $85,062 from 1 January 2010). 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

For information about Swinburne's fees visit: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/fees

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

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Web: Enquire online

Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794)
 
 
Approved domestic students may be eligible for student income support for this program. For more information and to apply contact Centrelink.

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