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'Since QUT has a lot of practical assignments and study projects, I had hands-on experience solving complex problems through those projects. Joining and contributing to student clubs at QUT helped me boost my interpersonal skills and enhance my network with industry experts. I got full-time job offers through those networks before I had even graduated!'
Software Engineer – Machine Learning
Flexible postgraduate study options
'I chose to study at QUT because of the units and electives, and the ability to customise the course to accommodate the skills I already have and the interests I want to pursue. I currently work in the data science and innovations team at BiTQ whilst researching machine learning and ethical decision-making in ICUs as part of my PhD. My advice for future students is to join student clubs, ask questions, and reach out if you need help. There is lots of support for students.'
Data Scientist and PhD candidate
Work with industry partners
'I enjoyed gaining practical knowledge and skills that are directly applicable in real-world scenarios. Specifically, in the Industry Project unit, I undertook a project commissioned by an actual industry partner, which greatly enhanced my capabilities.'
Master of Information Technology student
Flexible unit options
'My favourite part of the Master of Information Technology at QUT is being able to pick and choose a range of units that I’m most interested in. QUT provides students with the flexibility to choose a range of units, but still allows students to develop advanced professional skills once they have chosen their field.'
Master of Information Technology student
Work-integrated learning
Studying human-centred technology design at QUT is all about working with your peers on real-world industry projects, known as work-integrated learning (WIL). In 2024, QUT students joined forces with Dr Priyanka Naidu and William Smith-Stubbs from Mettlesome to delve into digital technologies to enhance mental well-being through mood tracking.
Graduating with full-stack skills
'I chose the Master of Information Technology because it leads me to new and more knowledge in software development. The practical application of the knowledge gained from QUT's curriculum helped me play a crucial role at my workplace streamlining our software development processes and enhancing the efficiency of our systems. I am confident I will be an advanced developer with full-stack skills after I graduate.'
Master of Information Technology student, International Merit Scholarship recipient
Keep up with industry
'I chose to study a Master of Information Technology after achievements at my workplace underscored the importance of continuous innovation and the ability to adapt to evolving technologies and industry trends for any leading organisation. My QUT course emphasises teaching practical skills, the learning approach is what is used in industry, and industry projects are incorporated. These opportunities enabled me to interact directly with professionals and acquire practical experience in my area of study.'
Master of Information Technology student
Work with industry partners
'I enjoyed gaining practical knowledge and skills that are directly applicable in real-world scenarios. Specifically, in the Industry Project unit, I undertook a project commissioned by an actual industry partner, which greatly enhanced my capabilities.'
Master of Information Technology student
Flexible unit options
'My favourite part of the Master of Information Technology at QUT is being able to pick and choose a range of units that I’m most interested in. QUT provides students with the flexibility to choose a range of units, but still allows students to develop advanced professional skills once they have chosen their field.'
Master of Information Technology student
Modern problem-solving skills
'My course prepares me for the real world because I interact with diverse people, and the projects or assignments that I work on are industry-standard. Our classes deliver real-world situations with unknowns that we brainstorm and deal with to fulfill the requirements of our project.'
Master of Information Technology student
Secure a job before graduating
'Since QUT has a lot of practical assignments and study projects, I had hands-on experience solving complex problems through those projects. Joining and contributing to student clubs at QUT helped me boost my interpersonal skills and enhance my network with industry experts. I got full-time job offers through those networks before I had even graduated!'
Software Engineer – Machine Learning
Work-integrated learning
Studying human-centred technology design at QUT is all about working with your peers on real-world industry projects, known as work-integrated learning (WIL). In 2024, QUT students joined forces with Dr Priyanka Naidu and William Smith-Stubbs from Mettlesome to delve into digital technologies to enhance mental well-being through mood tracking.
Highlights
- You will gain advanced knowledge based on research practices in at least one Information Technology (IT) discipline and develop the ability to formulate and develop best-practice IT strategies and solutions.
- As a graduate, you will have the specialist knowledge and skills required for senior IT-related professional positions, or you can continue into higher-degree research.
- Prepares you for careers including Security Engineer, Penetration Tester, AI engineer, Cloud Engineer, Data Scientist, Process Analyst, Transformation Consultant, Software Engineer, User Experience Specialist, Enterprise Systems Consultant, or IT manager.
- Choose from one of nine future-focused majors, including Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, and IT Management.
This course now offers Commonwealth Supported Places, which makes it over 60% more affordable. Eligibility criteria apply.
Highlights
- You will gain advanced knowledge based on research practices in at least one Information Technology (IT) discipline and develop the ability to formulate and develop best-practice IT strategies and solutions.
- As a graduate, you will have the specialist knowledge and skills required for senior IT-related professional positions, or you can continue into higher-degree research.
- Prepares you for careers including Security Engineer, Penetration Tester, AI engineer, Cloud Engineer, Data Scientist, Process Analyst, Transformation Consultant, Software Engineer, User Experience Specialist, Enterprise Systems Consultant, or IT manager.
- This course has recently been refreshed to keep up with industry changes and meet student needs.
- In this course, you'll choose from one of nine future-focused majors.
Why choose this course?
If you are looking to gain knowledge and skills in the latest technological trends, and want to develop specialised expertise to excel in senior IT-related positions, this course is for you. The QUT Master of Information Technology will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of various aspects of IT.
Industry-Relevant Majors
The course offers nine majors, including new, future-focused options like Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, and Human-Centred Design. These majors are tailored to meet current industry demands, ensuring graduates have the skills that employers are looking for.
Enhanced Practical Experience
he program includes an extended Work Integrated Learning (WIL) component, increasing from one semester to two. This provides students with valuable hands-on experience, making them industry-ready and enhancing their employability.
Advanced Core Curriculum
The new Advanced Core curriculum covers essential topics such as Machine Learning, Cyber Security, and Human-Centred Design. This comprehensive curriculum ensures that students gain the advanced skills needed for high-level careers in the IT industry.
This course now offers Commonwealth Supported Places which makes it over 60% more affordable. Eligibility criteria applies.
Why choose this course?
If you want knowledge and skills in new technological trends and are interested in developing the specialist knowledge and skills to succeed in senior IT-related positions, then this course is for you. The Master of Information Technology will develop a breadth of knowledge and deepen your understanding across varying aspects of IT. Completing one of nine majors will give you specialist knowledge in their respective field:
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Artificial Intelligence: Provides the potential to shape the future of humanity across nearly every industry. You will obtain skills and knowledge in machine learning, deep learning, and critical aspects of AI applications.
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Computer Science: Extends your understanding of computer programming beyond being a mere user of programming language to an appreciation of their design and implementation.
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Cyber Security: You will develop abilities in the investigation and appraisal of complex cyber security challenges and develop strategies to defend and respond to threats and attacks, protecting people and critical data within information systems.
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Data Science: Provides you with the knowledge and skills to extract information from large, complex, and disparate data sets, using leading-edge algorithms and tools.
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Human-Centred Design: Develop the advanced knowledge and skills in user-centred design activities to create usable and useful technologies, improve the users’ experience, and positively impact society.
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Internet of Things: Gain analytical skills, knowledge, and technical capabilities to design, build, and optimise distributed networks to achieve operational excellence. Provides career enhancement opportunities in network management, design, and administration roles.
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IT Management: Design and problem-solving skills that will allow you to apply IT effectively in solving business problems, by identifying and addressing business needs, and developing business cases and plans for implementing effective solutions.
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Process Analytics and Automation: Provides you with complementary skills and knowledge to create and align information systems to effectively support businesses and to enable business strategy.
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Software Development: Provides expertise in the design of emerging technologies and the development of mobile, web and cloud computing solutions, all of which are in high demand.
Real-world learning
During your studies, you will encounter a variety of real-world learning approaches, including:
- Two semesters of Work Integrated Learning (WIL), which will ensure you graduate not only with knowledge but also with the skills and experience necessary to be industry-ready and excel in your career.
- Project-based units that require you to apply both theoretical and technical knowledge to develop artifacts, such as software applications, business cases, technical specifications, conceptual models, and theoretical frameworks.
- Engaging with real-world and research-inspired problems within units to enhance your data-driven decision-making skills.
- Using advanced analytical, conceptual, and logical thinking processes to solve new and complex problems.
- Covering essential contemporary IT knowledge and interpersonal skills that will prepare you for advancement into senior professional positions.
Learn from the best
The most recent QILT data shows the overall quality of the QUT postgraduate IT experience is one of the best in Queensland, with our courses score well over the national average for overall student satisfaction (80.3%). We are above the national average for 5 of the 6 QILT quality indicators, and lead Australia in student satisfaction related to skill development (89%).
Explore this course
All market sectors embrace new digital and technological advances to remain competitive. The prevalence of digital technologies in industry results in a growing demand for savvy IT professionals across various sectors and roles.
Fields such as data science, business process management, process mining, artificial intelligence, machine learning, cyber security, virtual and augmented reality, business analytics, data visualisation, and the Internet of Things continue to evolve rapidly. Business investment in these areas continues to grow, as does the demand for expertise in these areas.
We have recently reviewed and revised our postgraduate IT offerings in response to emerging industry trends. In our Master of Information Technology, we offer three new majors and have updated our existing majors to align with emerging IT industry trends.
We offer one of the largest ranges of study specialisations within a postgraduate IT degree with nine majors, ranging from those connecting IT to business domains to those highly technical:
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to shape the future of humanity across nearly every industry. You will obtain skills and knowledge in machine learning, deep learning, and critical aspects of AI applications.
Computer Science
Extends your understanding of computer programming beyond being a mere user of programming language to an appreciation of its design and implementation.
Cyber Security
You will develop abilities to investigate and appraise complex cyber security challenges and develop strategies to defend and respond to threats and attacks, protecting people and critical data within information systems.
Data Science
This major provides you with the knowledge and skills to extract information from large, complex, and disparate data sets using leading-edge algorithms and tools
Human-Centred Design
Develop advanced knowledge and skills in user-centred design activities to create usable and valuable technologies, improve user experience, and positively impact society.
Internet of Things
Gain analytical skills, knowledge, and technical capabilities to design, build, and optimise distributed networks to achieve operational excellence. Provides career enhancement opportunities in network management, design, and administration roles.
IT Management
Develop design and problem-solving skills that will allow you to apply IT effectively in solving business problems by identifying and addressing business needs and developing business cases and plans for implementing effective solutions.
Process Analytics and Automation
This major provides you with complementary skills and knowledge to create and align information systems to effectively support businesses and enable business strategy.
Software Development
Develop expertise in the design of emerging technologies and the development of mobile, web and cloud computing solutions, all of which are in high demand.
Careers and outcomes
This course is designed to facilitate learning for an unknown future. As a graduate, you will be proficient in IT knowledge production and use. You will have had the opportunity to apply this knowledge in a range of real-world contexts. You will be effective in complex and creative problem solving, bringing an understanding of IT as a field of rapid change and emerging innovation.
You will be qualified to work with IT service providers, consultancies and vendors, and readily employed in software and application development companies. Additionally, you will be in strong demand in government departments, the finance and banking sector, and within healthcare, advanced manufacturing, engineering, mining and agriculture.
Professional recognition
This program is Australian Computer Society (ACS) accredited, giving eligibility for ACS membership, recognition by ACS for certification and migration skills assessment, and international recognition by signatories of the Seoul Accord.
Course articulation
QUT offers an pathway for international students who want to study a Master of Information Technology. The Graduate Certificate in Communication for Information Technology (IN17) is designed to help students acquire postgraduate level knowledge and skill in a specialist information technology discipline, while developing competency in English language and academic literacy. Upon successful completion of IN17, students are eligible for one semester of advanced standing towards the Master of Information Technology (see course description for details).
Possible careers
- Business analyst
- Chief information officer
- Computer salesperson/marketer
- Computer scientist
- Enterprise consultant
- Ict administrator
- Information designer
- Program manager
- Sustainability design consultant
- Systems analyst
- Systems programmer
The Master of Information Technology consists of 192 credit points (cp), comprising:
- 48cp of Foundational Core Units,
- 60cp of Advanced Core units,
- 36cp of Capstone units,
- A 48cp Major
Available Majors:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Data Science
- Human-Centred design
- Internet of Things
- IT Management
- Process Analytics and Automation
- Software Development
The Master of Information Technology consists of 192 credit points (cp), comprising:
- 48cp of Foundational Core Units,
- 60cp of Advanced Core units,
- 36cp of Capstone units,
- A 48cp Major
Available Majors:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Data Science
- Human-Centred design
- Internet of Things
- IT Management
- Process Analytics and Automation
- Software Development
- Course code
- IN20
- CRICOS code
- 083059E
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- Gardens Point
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- Gardens Point
- 2 years full-time
- 4 years part-time
- 1.5 - 2 years full-time
- February and July
- February and July
Entry requirements
2 year program
You must have a recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale).
1.5 year program
You must have one of:
- A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in information technology with a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale); or
- A recognised bachelor degree in any other discipline with a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale) followed by three full-time years (or equivalent) of professional work experience in information technology.
1 year program
You must have one of:
- A recognised bachelor honours degree in information technology with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
- A recognised graduate diploma (or higher qualification) in information technology with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
- A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in information technology with a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale) plus completion with a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 4.00 in the QUT graduate certificates listed below.
- Graduate Certificate in Business Analysis
- Graduate Certificate in Computer Science
- Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security and Network
Minimum academic requirements
Entry requirements
2 year program
You must have a recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale).
1.5 year program*
You must have one of:
- A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in information technology with a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale); or
- A recognised bachelor degree in any other discipline with a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale) followed by three full-time years (or equivalent) of professional work experience in information technology.^
1 year program*
You must have one of:
- A completed Australian honours bachelor degree in information technology with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
- A recognised graduate diploma (or higher qualification) in information technology with a minimum grade point average of 4.00 (on QUT’s 7 point scale); or
- A recognised bachelor degree (or higher qualification) in information technology with a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 4.00 (on QUT's 7 point scale) plus completion with a minimum grade point average (GPA) score of 4.00 in the QUT graduate certificates listed below.
- Graduate Certificate in Business Analysis
- Graduate Certificate in Computer Science
- Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security and Network
^ If applying on the basis of work experience you must submit a detailed CV, position details, and employment statements. All work experience must be after completion of your degree studies.
* Note: As part of QUT’s application for admission process, you will be automatically assessed for the 1.5 or 1 year program, if eligible. If you wish to be considered for the 2 year program only, please indicate this on your application form.
Minimum English language requirements
Select the country where you completed your studies to see a guide on meeting QUT’s English language requirements.
Your scores and prior qualifications in English-speaking countries are considered. Approved English-speaking countries are Australia, Canada, England, Ireland, New Zealand, Scotland, United States of America and Wales.
If your country or qualification is not listed, you can still apply for this course and we will assess your eligibility.
We accept English language proficiency scores from the following tests undertaken in a secure test centre. Tests must be taken no more than 2 years prior to the QUT course commencement.
| English Test | Overall | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
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| IELTS Academic / IELTS One Skills Retake | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
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Cambridge English Score
You must share your results with QUT through the Candidate Results Online website. |
176 | 169 | 169 | 169 | 169 |
| PTE Academic | 58 | 50 | 50 | 50 | 50 |
| TOEFL iBT / Paper | 79 | 16 | 16 | 21 | 18 |
Don't have the English language score you need? We can help!
We offer English language programs to improve your English and help you gain entry to this course.
When you apply for this course, we will recommend which English course you should enrol in.
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP $9,400 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $42,800 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: CSP $9,100 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $38,600 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
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- Scholarship eligibility
- Academic performance
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