Overview
The Information Technology stream in the Master of Information Technology program is the most flexible of all streams. It allows students to select courses in a very broad range of specialised areas and prepare them for positions in the IT industry. The stream also enables students to gain a good … For more content click the Read More button below.
This stream is particularly suited to professionals who seek higher positions and can devote one or two years in broadening their technical knowledge of the IT industry, before they return to their professional activities.
This stream is suitable for students who prefer maximum flexibility in the courses the select, and it is the default plan for all new enrolments in the program.
The aim of this stream is to provide students with a broad-based IT education, enabling them to work in a range of positions in the IT industry.
Advanced standing is possible in up to 50% of the stream. For details on Advanced Standing and Exemptions, see the 8543 Master of Information Technology program description.
Available in Program(s) Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:
Master of Information Technology - MIT8543 - Information Technology
Specialisation Structure
Students must complete 96 UOC.
Core Courses36 Units of Credit:
Disciplinary Electives60 Units of Credit:
Non-Computing Electives
Project Option
Advanced Disciplinary Knowledge (ADK) Requirement
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