Information Technology - C6001

Information Technology

Master's degree

Steer the digital transformation of organisations

From healthcare to media, consumer goods to humanitarian aid and, of course, software and tech, organisations need and want to be better, more efficient and valuable at what they do. This calls for IT professionals who can plan and execute digital transformations and maintain longer-term effectiveness by constantly adapting to new challenges. At Monash, you’ll be hearing directly from Australia’s best IT experts. Yes, you’ll be exposed to the latest technology and cutting-edge thinking. But more than that, we’ll train you to focus on the big challenges of our time and aim to create a positive impact when you can. This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Outcomes of the Master of Information Technology

Through the course, you’ll learn how to:

  • design and build innovative IT-based solutions, applying problem-solving skills and sound theoretical knowledge
  • critically review and synthesise theories and techniques in IT
  • adapt to future changes in the IT industry by using and extending advanced techniques to problem-solve
  • with scientific rigour, evaluate the application and extension of IT theories and techniques
  • assess and implement industry-standard tools and methods for building complicated software systems
  • communicate effectively and convincingly with stakeholders with a diverse range of backgrounds, technical and non-technical
  • carefully assess, document and communicate ethical, legal and social issues in IT - investigate IT problems through independent research and a research thesis, or by using research methods for academic or professional purposes
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At a glance

Course Details

Location
  • On-campus at Clayton: Full time & part time
Duration
1.5 or 2 years full-time depending on prior qualifications. See entry requirements.
Start date
First Semester (February), Second Semester (July), November
Qualification
Master of Information Technology
Course Handbook

Regardless of the type of industry, IT professionals with strategic management abilities are always in high demand. At the master's degree level, you’ll enhance your technical and problem-solving skills while sharpening your ability to lead projects and shape technology-related decisions. This flexibly structured course welcomes students from both IT and non-IT backgrounds.

Study your Master of Information Technology at Monash, the only member of the prestigious Group of Eight universities with a dedicated IT faculty. Students wishing to exit early can complete with a Graduate Certificate of Information Technology or Graduate Diploma of Information Technology.

Entry Requirements

You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.

Minimum Entry Requirements (Domestic students)

Qualifications

Entry level 1:
Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-time (96 points to complete)

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) not necessarily in IT, with at least a 60% average.

Entry level 2:
Duration: 1.5 years full-time, 3 years part-time (72 points to complete)

An Australian bachelor 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.

English requirements

Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

The course structure can be viewed in the Handbook. You can also view the course map at (https://www.monash.edu/students/handbooks/maps)

Making the application

Future students

Semester one (February)

Apply directly to Monash using course code C6001

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Semester two (July)

Apply directly to Monash using course code C6001

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Self assess for credit eligibility

Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.

Fees

Fees are subject to change annually.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

The average annual student contribution amount for 2026 is:

A$9537

Note: see information on how fees are calculated.

Fee assistance

As a Commonwealth supported student, you may be able to either:

Full fee

Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:

A$43,600

Fee assistance

As a full fee-paying student, you may be eligible to apply for the optional FEE-HELP to assist you to pay all or part of your tuition fees.

Scholarships

We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.

Other costs and fees

For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.