Monash University
Master of Information Technology
- Delivery: Face to Face
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Duration: 24 months
- Course Type: Master's
Enhance your technical and problem-solving skills while sharpening your ability to lead projects and shape technology-related decisions.
Course overview
This opportunity is designed for IT professionals who can plan and execute digital transformations while maintaining long-term effectiveness by continually adapting to new challenges. At Monash, you will hear directly from Australia’s leading IT experts. You will be exposed to the latest technologies and cutting-edge ideas. More importantly, we will train you to address the significant challenges of our time and strive to create a positive impact. This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
CSP Subsidised Fees Available
This program has a limited quota of Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP). The indicative CSP price is calculated based on first year fees for EFT. The actual fee may vary if there are choices in electives or majors.
Key facts
What you will study
Depending on prior qualifications you may receive entry level credit which determines your point of entry to the course:
- If you are admitted at entry level 1 you complete 96 credit points, comprising Part A, Part B and Part C.
- If you are admitted at entry level 2 you complete 72 credit points, comprising Part B and Part C.
Note: If you are eligible for credit for prior studies you may elect not to receive the credit and complete the higher credit-point option. Each unit is valued at six credit points (CP) unless otherwise indicated.
Foundation studies (24 credit points)
You must complete the following units:
- Programming foundations in Java
- Introduction to databases
- Introduction to Python programming
- Introduction to computer architecture and networks
Entry requirements
Entry level 1: Two years full-time or four years part-time duration (96 credit points to complete)
- An Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent) not necessarily in IT, with at least a 60% average.
Entry level 2: 1.5 years full-time or three years part-time duration (72 credit points to complete)
- An Australian bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline or major in IT, including computing, computer science or a technical information technology field, with completed studies in Java and Python programming, algorithms, computer architecture, operating systems and networks and databases, with at least a 60% average.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Your previous studies can be credited towards your postgraduate studies, provided they meet the relevant course requirements.
If you receive an offer of enrolment and you’ve undertaken prior learning, you may be eligible to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning. The procedure is governed by the university's Recognition of Prior Learning policy. Contact the university for more details.
Outcomes
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that you will be able to:
- Apply problem solving skills and sound theoretical knowledge to the design and construction of innovative solutions based on Information Technology.
- Analyse, critically review and synthesise theories and techniques from the field of Information Technology.
- Apply, extend and generalise advanced techniques to solve complex problems and adapt to future changes in the field of Information Technology.
- Evaluate, with scientific rigour, the application and extension of theories and techniques from the field of Information Technology.
- Assess and apply industry standard tools and techniques for building complex software systems.
- Demonstrate professional skills including the ability to work productively in groups and develop successful projects and communicate effectively with stakeholders within and outside the field of Information Technology.
- Critically evaluate, document and communicate ethical, legal and social issues affecting the use of Information Technology.
- Investigate Information Technology problems through independent research and a research thesis, or by utilising research methods for scholarly or professional purposes.
Fees and CSP
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $9,537 (Commonwealth Supported Place).
Indicative annual fee in 2026: $43,600 (domestic full-fee paying place).
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a study load of 24 credit points (normally four units) per semester or 48 credit points (normally eight units) per year.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- The number of units studied.
- Choice of units.
- Credit from previous study or work experience.
- Eligibility for government-funded loans.
Student fees shown are subject to change. Contact the university directly to confirm.
Commonwealth Supported Places
The Australian Government allocates a certain number of CSPs to the universities each year, which are then distributed to students based on merit.
If you're a Commonwealth Supported Student (CSS), you'll only need to pay a portion of your tuition fees. This is known as the student contribution amount – the balance once the government subsidy is applied. This means your costs are much lower.
Limited CSP spaces are offered to students enrolled in selected postgraduate courses.
Your student contribution amount is:
- Calculated per units you're enrolled in.
- Dependent on the study areas they relate to.
- Reviewed and adjusted each year.
HECS-HELP loans are available to CSP students to pay the student contribution amount.
FEE-HELP loans are available to assist eligible full-fee paying domestic students with the cost of a university course.