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Master of Information Technology

2 Years
Full-time/ Part-time

Course Details

This course provides its graduates with the necessary knowledge and skills to explain and apply appropriate information technology (IT) methodologies to help an individual or organisation achieve its goals and objectives. Students also learn to appreciate the scientific foundations on which IT are built, and to anticipate the changing direction of IT and evaluate and communicate the effectiveness of new technologies.

Master of Information Technology

Quick details

Status

Available

Level of study

Postgraduate

Attendance

Full-time/ Part-time

COURSE CREDIT POINTS

96

Starting dates

Mumbai - Sem 1
Start Date: 7 September 2026

Chennai - Sem 2
Start Date: 1 March 2027

Locations

Mumbai, Chennai

Course Code

6251Q

Full time/part time duration

2 Years

About the course

The Master of Information Technology (Computer Science) covers cybersecurity, programming, database systems, data science, software design, computational modelling, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, web development, machine learning, project management and ethics. Students with a cognate bachelor's degree may receive credit for conversion units.

About the course

The Master of Information Technology (Computer Science) covers cybersecurity, programming, database systems, data science, software design, computational modelling, artificial intelligence, cloud computing, web development, machine learning, project management and ethics. Students with a cognate bachelor's degree may receive credit for conversion units.

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Why study this course

Working alongside leading IT researchers and industry partners, you'll develop in-demand skills across software development, data science, AI, cloud computing and more.

Course Structure

Course structure details

Conversion Units

Students take units to the value of 24 points. Students take either CITQ2002 or CITQ2005.

Code Unit Name Points
CITQ1003Introduction to Cybersecurity6 pts
CITQ1401Computational Thinking with Python6 pts
CITQ1402Relational Database Management Systems6 pts
CITQ2002Systems Programming6 pts
CITQ2005Object Oriented Programming6 pts

Students with a cognate bachelor's degree may be granted credit for conversion units up to 24 points.

Core Units

Take all units (72 points)

Code Unit Name Points
CITQ4009Fundamentals of Data Science6 pts
CITQ4401Software Requirements and Design6 pts
CITQ4403Computational Modelling6 pts
CITQ4404Artificial Intelligence and Adaptive Systems6 pts
CITQ5206Information Technology Capstone Project6 pts
CITQ5501Software Testing and Quality Assurance6 pts
CITQ5503Cloud Computing6 pts
CITQ5505Agile Web Development6 pts
CITQ5508Machine Learning6 pts
MGMQ5513Data Driven Decision Making6 pts
MGMQ5665Project Management6 pts
PHIQ4100Ethics and Critical Thinking ★6 pts

Fees & Scholarships

Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each UWA India academic year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only, other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the academic year you study in and the courses you select. Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees.

*Fees for UWA India are approved in AUD and shown here in INR for indicative purposes only, based on an estimated exchange rate. The INR amount may vary due to fluctuations in the AUD/INR exchange rate.

Scholarships

Scholarship and awards for students commencing undergraduate and postgraduate are currently being developed for UWA India to support students. Further details on eligibility, application processes, and available awards will be shared closer to when applications open. In the meantime, we warmly encourage interested students to register their interest so they can be among the first to receive updates and be notified as soon as more information becomes available.

Fees
Indicative first year full fee for students commencing in 2026
Student Fee
Fee (INR)
Domestic Student Fee
19,25,000
International Student Fee
22,13,750

Fees are subject to annual review by the University and may increase annually, with the new fees effective from the start of each UWA India academic year. The indicative fees listed here are based on an estimated average and are for tuition only, other fees and charges are not included. The amount you pay will vary depending on the academic year you study in and the courses you select. Indicative fees are a guide for comparison only based on current conditions and available data. You should not rely on indicative fees.

*Fees for UWA India are approved in AUD and shown here in INR for indicative purposes only, based on an estimated exchange rate. The INR amount may vary due to fluctuations in the AUD/INR exchange rate.

Scholarships

Scholarship and awards for students commencing undergraduate and postgraduate are currently being developed for UWA India to support students. Further details on eligibility, application processes, and available awards will be shared closer to when applications open. In the meantime, we warmly encourage interested students to register their interest so they can be among the first to receive updates and be notified as soon as more information becomes available.

Admission requirements

Note: Admission to The University of Western Australia India campuses is based on a fair and holistic evaluation of every applicant. While the eligibility criteria represent the minimum academic requirements to apply, final admission decisions will be made based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to the applicant’s academic performance. No separate admission test is required. Meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee admission; it confirms that an application is eligible for consideration. The following outlines the minimum academic requirements for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes at The University of Western Australia India. Entry requirements published on this page are correct as of the day of publication and may change without notice.

Admission Requirements
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  • A bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA
  • The equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 65 per cent
  • Completed Mathematics Methods ATAR, or equivalent, as recognised by UWA.
English Language Requirements
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At UWA India, English is the language of instruction and assessment. You will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.

  • To be considered eligible for consideration for admission to this course an applicant must satisfy the University's English language competence requirement as set out in the University Policy on Admission: Coursework.

For more details, visit the English Language Requirements page.

English Language Requirements