Swinburne University of Technology - Melbourne Australia
Future Students - Courses
Course Description:
The Master of Technology (Information Technology) provides a comprehensive postgraduate professional education in Information Technology (IT) targeted towards those who wish to add IT knowledge and skills to their prior learning. The program includes a general introduction to IT and then provides the opportunity for students to gain specialist skills in particular areas, most notably web application development and business information systems. Students are strongly advised to follow one of these streams, to optimise preparation for professional employment opportunities. This program is divided into two stages. Stage 1 consists of six core units of study that provide the fundamental knowledge and skills for an IT professional. The core units cover Introductory IT, Programming, Database Systems, Web Development, Project Management and Requirements Analysis. Two electives are available allowing students to gain foundation skills in areas of interest. These core units and the two Stage 1 electives prepare students for the advanced studies in Stage 2. Stage 2 of the program includes four more units of study comprising two core units of study and two electives. The core units of study include Professional Issues in IT and an IT project unit, both of which contribute significantly to the employability outcomes of this program.
Aims & Objectives:
The aims of the program are to enhance vocational skills, conceptual knowledge and academic development. The program allows students to choose from either a broad-based IT program or one of the two recommended streams that are designed to cover specialist areas of IT. The objective of the program is to provide introductory and advanced studies in IT. Stage 1 of the course provides knowledge and skills in the core elements in Information Technology. Stage 2 of the course provides either a broad program of advanced subjects or a set of subjects forming a specialisation.
Course Structure:
The Master of Technology (Information Technology) consists of 12 units of study (150 credit points), equivalent to two years of full-time study, or four years part-time. An accelerated program over 1.5 years is also possible. Stage 1 consists of six core units of study (75 credit points) and two elective units (25 credit points) for a total of eight units of study. Stage 2 consists of a further four units of study consisting of two core units of study (25 credit points) and two elective units (25 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. Students who complete the requirements of the Master of Technology (Information Technology) may progress to the Master of Information Technology with the addition of four further advanced units of study. A maximum of four exemptions (50 credit points) is available in the Master of Technology (Information Technology). The program is available in both full-time and part-time* (5.30pm to 9.30pm) modes. Part-time mode includes the possibility of studying one unit of study at a time. Evening classes are available in most units of study and entry is possible in both Semester 1 (February) and Semester 2 (July). Please note: some units of study are subject to quotas and minimum enrolment requirements. Not all units of study are available every semester, and changes in program structure occur from time to time. *International student visa holders are required to study full-time.
Units of Study:
Stage 1 - Level 2 units Core units (75 credit points) HIT5301 Algorithmic Problem Solving, or HIT5404 Introduction to Programming in .NET HIT5401 Introduction to Business Information Systems, or HIT6322 Enterprise Technologies and Architectures Web Development (HIT5091) orHIT6307 Internet Technologies HIT6402 Database Analysis and Design HIT6405 Requirements, Analysis and Modelling HIT7407 Information Systems Project Management Elective units (25 credit points) HIT6037 Software Development in Java HIT6316 Usability HIT6323 Web Programming HIT7406 Enterprise Systems HIT7412 Business Information Systems Analysis HIT7420 Database Management Systems HIT7421 Database Implementation HIT7425 Business Systems Programming in .NET HET706 Networks and Routing HET710 Network Administration Stage 2 - Level 3 units Core units (25 credit points) HIT8044 Professional Issues in Information Technology HIT8071 Professional Project, or HIT8427 Configuring Business Information Systems Solutions, or HIT9326 Internship Project Elective units (25 credit points) HET708 Internetworking Technologies HET712 Enterprise Networking HIT7462 Contemporary Issues in Business Analysis * HIT8023 Human Computer Interaction HIT8057 Software Testing and Reliability HIT8060 Systems Project Management* HIT8066 Software Tools HIT8078 Knowledge Management HIT8087 Advanced Java 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 HIT8422 Database Performance Issues HIT8423 Enterprise Systems Management HIT8424 Information Systems Management HIT8425 Information Systems in SMEs HIT8463 Managing the IT Capability* HIT8464 Delivering IT Business Value* HIT8465 Managing IT-Enabled Transformation* * Master of Technology students must meet particular work experience requirements for enrolment into these units. Recommended Study Sequences Web application development stream Semester 1 HIT5404 Introduction to Programming in .NET (core) HIT6322 Enterprise Technologies and Architectures (core) HIT6402 Database Analysis and Design (core) Semester 2 HIT6307 Internet Technologies (core) HIT6323 Web Programming HIT6405 Requirements, Analysis and Modelling (core) Semester 3 HIT6316 Usability or HIT6302 Object-Oriented Programming HIT7407 Information Systems Project Management (core) HIT8324 Web Application Development Semester 4 HIT8044 Professional Issues in Information Technology (core) HIT8098 Agile Development Project (core) or HIT8071 Professional Project (core) HIT8325 Web Application Architectures Information systems stream Semester 1 HIT5401 Introduction to Business Information Systems (core) HIT5404 Introduction to Programming in .NET (core) HIT6402 Database Analysis and Design (core) Semester 2 HIT6307 Internet Technologies (core) HIT6405 Requirements, Analysis and Modelling (core) HIT7406 Enterprise Systems Semester 3 HIT7407 Information Systems Project Management (core) HIT8409 Process Modelling HIT8410 Systems Acquisition and Implementation Management Semester 4 HIT8044 Professional Issues in Information Technology (core) HIT8424 Information Systems Management or HIT8423 Enterprise Systems Management HIT8427 Configuring Business Information Systems Solutions (core) or HIT8071 Professional Project (core)
Career Opportunities:
Senior IT roles including: database/design, systems/business analyst, software testing, web design and development.
Professional recognition:
This program is accredited at Professional Level with the Australian Computer Society (ACS). The program has been externally vetted by ACS, ensuring it meets the highest standard of the profession and industry.
Graduate Attributes:
The graduate attributes that relate to this program help to produce 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
Entry Requirements:
A degree or graduate diploma in a non-information technology discipline from a recognised tertiary institution or approved equivalent.
Credit Transfer:
Applicants with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be granted ‘credit’ and/or entry into the course with ‘advanced standing’. University policies apply and applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. For further information refer to ‘Swinburne Pathways: Credit Transfer Guide’ at: http://www.swinburne.edu.au/corporate/marketing/pathways//
Recognition of Prior Learning:
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. Applicants with substantial relevant industry experience may also apply for additional exemptions through RPL. A maximum of 50 credit points of subject exemptions in Stage 1 is allowed through RPL. Further details for students considering Higher Education courses: http://www.swin.edu.au/corporate/registrar/ppd/files/stuinf.htm
Course Fees:
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
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
Application Procedure:
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
Further information:
Web: Enquire online Tel: 1300 ASK SWIN (1300 275 794) Email: postgrad@swinburne.edu.au Website: www.swinburne.edu.au/ict
