Information Technology - C6001
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
At a glance
Course Details
Location |
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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 |
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (International students)
Qualifications
Entry level 1: | An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) not necessarily in IT, with at least a 60% average. |
Entry level 2: | 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 entry requirements
Level A
| IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0 and Speaking 6.0 | or | Pearson Test of English (Academic): 58 Overall score, with minimum scores: Listening 50, Reading 50, Speaking 50 and Writing 50 | or | TOEFL iBT: 0 - 120 scale: 1 - 6 scale: | or |
Courses that require English Level A only: Other approved English tests (minimum entry scores apply) Courses with English Level B, C, D, E and F: Other approved English tests (higher entry scores apply than specified) |
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
Semester two (July)
Apply directly to Monash using course code C6001
Current Monash students should apply for an internal transfer directly to the Faculty.
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.
International fee
Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2026 are:
A$55,500
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.
Enrolment Obligations
International students enrolling in a CRICOS-registered course can study no more than one third (33%) of their course by distance and/or online learning. Students must enrol in at least one unit that is not by distance and/or online in each compulsory study period unless the student is completing the last unit of their course. See standard 8.19 and 8.20 of National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018.
CRICOS code: 079055K
International course guides
If you are an international student and wish to find out more about our courses, entry requirements, studying at Monash and more, please download our international course guides below.
International Study Grants
