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The Master of Information Technology's Information Technology stream offers the greatest flexibility among all specializations. Students can choose from an extensive variety of focused subjects, equipping them for diverse roles within the IT sector. This pathway provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of potential specializations before committing to a specific field of expertise. Ideal for career-focused individuals aiming for advancement, it allows for one to two years of intensive technical skill development before resuming professional work. Designed for those who value extensive course selection freedom, this stream serves as the standard option for all new program enrolments. Its primary objective is to deliver a well-rounded IT foundation, preparing graduates for multiple career paths across the technology industry.
Admission to this program requires one of the following:
A 3-year undergraduate degree equivalent to a standard Australian Bachelor degree in a discipline containing 3 courses of second-year university level mathematics or equivalent, and a minimum 65% average; or
Completion of the 5543 UNSW Graduate Diploma in Information Technology with a minimum 65% average; or
Completion of the 7543 UNSW Graduate Certificate in Computing with a minimum 65% average.
English Language Requirements:
IELTS: 6.5 overall (min. 6.0 in each subtest); TOEFL IBT (Internet Based): 90 overall (min. 23 in writing, 22 in reading, listening and speaking); Pearson (PTE - Academic): 64 overall (min. 54 in each subtest); C1 Advanced Cambridge: 176 overall (min. 169 in each subtest); C2 Proficiency Cambridge: 180 overall (min. 180 in each subtest); UNSW Global University English Entry Course (UEEC): Successful completion with a minimum overall grade of C+ and a minimum grade of C in the writing component.