Master of Information Technology

CRS1401842 CRICOS 120247A

Overview

The Master of Information Technology (MIT) at Edvantage Institute Australia (EIA) is a contemporary, industry-focused postgraduate degree designed to prepare graduates for the rapidly evolving digital economy. 

Built on EIA’s strengths in information technology, business, and innovation, the MIT equips students with advanced technical capabilities, analytical thinking, and practical skills required to solve complex real-world problems. 

The program emphasises: 

  • Cybersecurity and data protection 
  • Artificial intelligence and emerging technologies 
  • Cloud computing and network infrastructure 
  • Software development and system transformation 
  • Applied learning through industry-relevant projects 

Students can tailor their degree through two high-demand specialisations: 

  • Cybersecurity 
  • Networking and Cloud Computing 
Mode of Study
Face-to-face (on campus)
Delivery Location
338 Queen St Melbourne
VIC 3000
AQF Level 9
Master Degree
Duration
2 years (4 trimesters)
Annual Tuition Fees
International: AUD $24,000
Important Dates
January, May, September

Career Pathways

Graduates of the MIT program are prepared for a wide range of professional roles in the technology sector, including: 

  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Network Engineer
  • Cloud Solutions Architect
  • Software Developer
  • IT Consultant
  • Data Analyst

EIA graduates are equipped with industry-relevant skills to be job-ready, career-ready, and future-ready, aligned with EIA’s commitment to global employability.

Course Structure

  • Students are required to complete 16 units of study
  • The course consists of foundation, core, specialisation, elective, and capstone units
  • Each unit carries 12.5 credit points, with a total of 200 credit points required for completion
  • The program is typically completed over 2 years (4 trimesters)
Course Name Unit Code Type Credit Points Pre-Requisite(s)
Computer Networking MIT701 Foundation 12.5 None
Database Systems MIT702 Foundation 12.5 None
Programming with Python MIT703 Foundation 12.5 None
Research Methods MIT704 Core 12.5 None
Data Privacy and Legislation MIT706 Core 12.5 None
Agile Project Management MIT705 Foundation 12.5 None
Specialisation 12.5
Specialisation 12.5

Choose Your Student Type for Entry Requirements and Fees

Entry Requirements
Academic
A recognised Australian bachelor’s degree in any discipline; OR an overseas recognised Bachelor’s degree equivalent to AQF Level 7
English proficiency
Academic IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) or equivalent; OR successful completion of an Australian AQF Level 6 or higher qualification where the language of instruction was English; OR achieve a minimum 50% pass rate in recent studies at a recognised Australian higher education institution at an equivalent level.
Age
Minimum of 18 years of age on course commencement
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Recognition of prior learning
EIA recognizes applicants’ prior relevant study or experiences through unit credits. Experiences may be formal or informal. Where applicants can demonstrate achievement of the learning outcomes of a unit of study EIA may grant credit for one or more units to a maximum of 12 units.
For further information, contact us at: admissions@eia.edu.au
Fees
International: AUD $24,000.
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EIA provide financial support through fee payment schedule and scholarships. Find out more

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Accreditation Status:

This course is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency (TEQSA) and is recorded on the TEQSA. National Register

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Future
Courses
We are living in a constantly changing world. At EIA, we continue adjusting our programs portfolios going forward. Our robust new course development system to ensure that students learn the skills employers are looking for – now, and in the future.
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Following the success of its Bachelor of Marketing, EIA is developing exciting new courses planned for delivery in 2022. The courses will include key features:
  • Maximising access  
  • Endorsement/approval by key industry bodies to facilitate employment and career progress
  • Focus on growth occupations - data analytics in accounting and networks and cyber security in information technology 
  • Trimester model with greater flexibility and choice and range of electives.

Scholarship Program

EIA provides significant financial support through scholarships

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