Master's Degree Information Technology Full Time

Master of Information Technology

at La Trobe University · Melbourne, Victoria

CRICOS course code

037928B

CRICOS provider code

00115M

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

2 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$87,600 total

Per year

A$43,800/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Master of Information Technology at La Trobe University in Melbourne offers a rigorous postgraduate framework to deepen your expertise across core and emerging fields of IT. Spanning two years, this master's programme delivers advanced knowledge in topics such as software development, database management, networking, cybersecurity, and cloud computing. You will have the flexibility to tailor your study with specialised electives, ensuring a balanced blend of theoretical concepts and practical application.

Australian master's degrees like this typically comprise a series of units of study, each carrying designated credit points towards completion. The learning structure may include compulsory core subjects, electives in areas such as artificial intelligence or big data, and a capstone project. This culminating project enables you to tackle real-world IT challenges, often in collaboration with industry partners. Where relevant, work-integrated learning opportunities or professional placements are available, reflecting strong ties between La Trobe University and the Australian technology sector.

Throughout the course, you will develop high-level problem-solving abilities, project management skills, and professional communication aptitude—prized qualities in the fast-evolving technology market. The curriculum also supports those wishing to retrain from other disciplines, making it suitable both for recent graduates and experienced professionals seeking to upskill or pivot into IT roles. The course structure helps build a portfolio showcasing your work, positioning you effectively for career advancement.

La Trobe University’s metropolitan Melbourne location means you will study in the heart of a dynamic Australian IT industry. Graduates can benefit from work entitlements of up to 48 hours per fortnight during study, and after graduating, may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream to extend their professional experience in Australia. English proficiency requirements apply, with a range of test options accepted. For a detailed breakdown of subjects and official entry requirements, consult the university’s website or the CRICOS register.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Software developer
IT business analyst
Systems architect
Cybersecurity specialist
Database administrator
Technology consultant
Project manager in IT firms
Roles in telecommunications, finance, education, startups, and government IT departments in Australia

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Information Technology at La Trobe University?

It typically takes 2 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$87,600 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Software developerIT business analystSystems architectCybersecurity specialistDatabase administratorTechnology consultantProject manager in IT firmsRoles in telecommunications, finance, education, startups, and government IT departments in Australia

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