Key Facts
| CRICOS Code | 116353M |
| Full Time | 2 years |
| Part Time | 4 years (Domestic only) |
| Units | 16 |
| Campus | Sydney, Parramatta, Geelong, Melbourne |
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 overall with no band less than 6.0 or equivalent |
| Delivery mode | Blended Face-to-face |
| Outcome | Master of Information and Communication Technology |
Course Description
Graduates with a Master of Information and Communications Technology are ready for many different positions in business. The degree gives you skills to needed to start or continue your career in the industry.
Graduates will be prepared for success in contemporary organisations and prepared to take on the industry’s trends, responsibilities, needs and opportunities.
Course Learning Outcomes
Master of Information and Communication Technology
| CLO1 | Critically review, apply and reflect on the complex and developing body of knowledge in the information and communications discipline. |
| CLO2 | critically evaluate ethical issues in information technology situations and ICT professional practice; |
| CLO3 | Develop and justify technical solutions to complex and/or intricate problems by balancing technical feasibility with business objectives, using industry best practices; |
| CLO 4 | communicate complex technical information technology and telecommunication concepts and solutions to specialist and non-specialist stakeholders; |
| CLO 5 | create research informed information technology approaches to complex organisational problems |
Graduate Attributes
| GA1 | Communicate effectively in a diverse range of professional or community context |
| GA 2 | Complete work tasks and assignments independently or as an effective member of multidisciplinary teams |
| GA 3 | Engage in and value life-long learning leading to the enhancement of professional knowledge and skills |
| GA 4 | Are information and technology literate |
| GA 5 | Respond appropriately to a changing workforces, cultures and values reflecting a global work environment |
| GA 6 | Demonstrate critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making abilities essential to contributing soundly to the resolution of issues confronting organisations |
| GA 7 | Facilitate intellectual curiosity |
| GA 8 | Act in an ethical manner in all aspects of professional life. |
Accreditation
The Master of Business is accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency.
International Student Duration
The CRICOS-registered duration is 104 weeks or 2 years of full-time study (4 semesters). Please note the part time mode is not available to a holder of a student visa, who is not a citizen of Australia or New Zealand, or who is not an Australian permanent resident, or who is a temporary resident of Australia.
Domestic Student Duration
For domestic students the course is 2 years full-time or 4 years part-time.
Course Structure
Master of Information and Communications Technology (no specialisation)
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Credit Points | Prerequisites |
| BUS502 | Project Management | 6 | Nil |
| ICT501 | Mathematical Computing | 6 | Nil |
| ICT502 | Computer Systems | 6 | Nil |
| ICT503 | Ethics in ICT | 6 | Nil |
| ICT504 | Operating Systems | 6 | Nil |
| ICT505 | Software Development | 6 | Nil |
| CYB510 | Cyber Security | 6 | ICT504, NTW501 |
| CYB511 | Cyber Security Law and Policies | 6 | ICT503 |
| CYB512 | Applied Cryptography | 6 | ICT501 |
| Or | |||
| CYB605 | Cyber Forensics | 6 | ICT502, NTW501 |
| CYB601 | Penetration Testing | 6 | ICT502, ICT504, ICT511, NTW501 |
| NTW501 | Communications Networks | 6 | Nil |
| NTW502 | Telecommunications | 6 | ICT501, ICT502 |
| NTW503 | Network Routing | 6 | NTW501 |
| NTW601 | Mobile Networks | 6 | ICT501, NTW502 |
| ICT600 | Research Methods | 6 | 48 Credit points |
| ICT610 | Applied Technology Capstone Project | 6 | ICT600 |
| TOTAL CREDIT POINTS required | 96 |
Master of Information and Communications Technology – with a specialisation in Cyber Security
| Credit Points | Prerequisites | ||
| BUS502 | Project Management | 6 | Nil |
| ICT501 | Mathematical Computing | 6 | Nil |
| ICT502 | Computer Systems | 6 | Nil |
| ICT503 | Ethics in ICT | 6 | Nil |
| ICT504 | Operating Systems | 6 | Nil |
| ICT505 | Software Development | 6 | Nil |
| CYB510 | Cyber Security | 6 | ICT504, NTW501 |
| CYB511 | Cyber Security Law and Policies | 6 | ICT503 |
| CYB512 | Applied Cryptography | 6 | ICT501 |
| CYB513 | Cyber Forensics | 6 | ICT502, NTW501 |
| CYB601 | Penetration Testing | 6 | ICT504, CYB511 |
| CYB602 | Enterprise Security Management | 6 | ICT502 |
| CYB603 | Enterprise Cloud Security | 6 | ICT502, NTW501 |
| NTW501 | Communications Networks | 6 | Nil |
| ICT600 | Research Methods | 6 | 48 Credit points |
| ICT610 | Applied Technology Capstone Project | 6 | ICT600 |
| TOTAL CREDIT POINTS required | 96 |
Master of Information and Communications Technology with a specialisation in Networking and Telecommunications
| Credit Points | Prerequisites | ||
| BUS502 | Project Management | 6 | Nil |
| ICT501 | Mathematical Computing | 6 | Nil |
| ICT502 | Computer Systems | 6 | Nil |
| ICT503 | Ethics in ICT | 6 | Nil |
| ICT504 | Operating Systems | 6 | Nil |
| ICT505 | Software Development | 6 | Nil |
| NTW501 | Communications Networks | 6 | Nil |
| NTW502 | Telecommunications | 6 | ICT501, ICT502 |
| NTW503 | Network Routing | 6 | NTW501 |
| NTW504 | Network Administration | ||
| NTW601 | Mobile Networks | 6 | ICT501, NTW502 |
| NTW602 | Network Programming | 6 | ICT505, NTW503, NTW504 |
| NTW603 | Cloud Computing | 6 | NTW501 |
| ICT600 | Research Methods | 6 | 48 Credit points |
| ICT610 | Applied Technology Capstone Project | 6 | ICT600 |
| TOTAL CREDIT POINTS required | 96 |
Device Specifications
| Windows | macOS | |||
| Minimum | Recommended / Better | Minimum | Recommended / Better | |
| Version | Windows 11 (latest version) | Windows 11 (latest version) | macOS (latest supported release, or one previous) | macOS (most current major release) |
| Processor | Intel i5 (≥2.0 GHz) / AMD Ryzen 5 | Intel i7 (≥2.0 GHz) / AMD Ryzen 7 | Apple M1 chip (or later) | Apple M2 or M3 chip |
| Memory (RAM) | 8 GB | 16 GB | 8 GB | 16 GB |
| Storage | 256 GB SSD | 512 GB SSD | 256 GB SSD | 512 GB SSD |
| Battery life | 4 hrs (under normal use) | 6–8 hrs (under normal use) | 4 hrs (under normal use) | 8–10 hrs (under normal use) |
| Wi-Fi | 802.11ac (Wi-Fi 5) with 2×2 MIMO | 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6/6E) with 2×2 MIMO | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) with 2×2 MIMO | Wi-Fi 6E / Wi-Fi 7 with 2×2 MIMO |
| Webcam & Audio | Built-in webcam, microphone, and speakers | Built-in webcam, microphone, and speakers | Built-in webcam, microphone, and speakers | Built-in webcam, microphone, and speakers |
Delivery Method
| Type | Explanation |
| Blended | Delivered partially on campus and partially online |
| Face to Face | This is delivered at: • Level G, 98–104 Goulburn Street, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia • 107 George St, Parramatta NSW 2150 Australia • Level 1 / 237 Ryrie St, Geelong VIC 3220 Australia • 363 King St, West Melbourne VIC 3003 Australia |
Assessment Methods
The Institute uses authentic assessment principles that may include practical exercises, case studies, presentations, reports, online simulations, essays, and examinations. These may include being done under invigilation.
Exit and Career Outcomes
Exit Outcomes
To obtain a Master of Information and Communications Technology, candidates are required to successfully complete all 16 units. Not all units are offered each semester. If you complete 8 units with the Institute (either at the Institute or with Advanced Standing that does not exceed 4 units), you will be eligible to obtain a Graduate Diploma of Information and Communications Technology. If you complete 4 units with the Institute (either at the Institute or with Advanced Standing that does not exceed 2 units), you will be eligible to obtain a Graduate Certificate of Information and Communications Technology
Career Outcomes
Young people with business degrees get work in almost every industry, improving businesses and advancing their own careers.
Graduates can gain employment in a range of roles in the IT sector. The course prepares you for employment as:
- ICT manager
- Cyber security specialist
- Telecommunication network engineer
- Cyber security architect
- Cyber security engineer
- Cyber security consultant
- Cloud engineer
- Network automation specialist
The Master of Information and Communications Technology and the imbedded Graduate Diploma of Information and Communications Technology and the Graduate Certificate in Information and Communications Technology are accredited by the Tertiary Education Quality and Standards Agency.
Entry Requirements
(a) Applicants must have successfully completed a Bachelor’s degree (AQF 7) or higher, awarded by a recognised university or higher education institution, in any discipline or equivalent.
(b) Applicants who do not meet these entry requirements but who successfully complete a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma will be eligible for entry into this course.
Language proficiency
Language proficiency
- IELTS Academic: 6.5 with no band less than 6.0; or
- TOEFL: 575 or better; or
- TOEFL IBT (International Benchmark Test): 91 or better; or
- TOEFL CBT (Computer Based Test): 235 or better; or
- Academic PTE (Pearson Test of English): 56 or better; or
- Cambridge English: CAE and CPE (from 2015): 176 or better; or
- General Certificate of Education (GCE): A Levels with a C or better in English; or
- KITE: all bands B2 with a result greater than 450 in each band; or
- Duolingo: overall 115 with no band less than 110.
English Language Test results are valid for two years from the date of the results up to the date of commencement at the Institute. The most recent test supersedes ALL previous tests.
Fees
Domestic Students:
You are a domestic student if you are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, New Zealand citizen, or Australian humanitarian visa holder. Your course will be a full Fee-paying place. This is noted in the Letter of Offer. You can also find the annual course cost on our Courses and Fees page or on the web page for your course under fees are based on a standard full-time study load and duration. Your course fees and duration may vary if you have applied for and been granted Advanced Standing. Tuition fees may increase during your studies. Students are advised in advance of any increase in tuition fees being implemented.
Full Fee-Paying Places:
A full fee-paying place is where you pay the full (unsubsidised) tuition fee for your course. Eligible students can defer the payment of their tuition fees through the FEE-HELP scheme.
International Students:
If you’re an international student, you can find the annual course cost in Australian dollars (AUD$) on our Courses and Fees page or on the web page for your course under fees are based on a standard full-time study load and duration. Your course fees and duration may vary if you have applied for and been granted Advanced Standing. Tuition fees may increase during your studies. Students are advised in advance of any increase in tuition fees being implemented.
How to Apply
Further Information
For further information please contact:
Polytechnic Institute Australia Pty Ltd
CRICOS: 03535M
TEQSA provider number: PRV14049
ABN: 34 145 333 795
Head office and postal address:
Level G, 98–104 Goulburn Street, Sydney NSW 2000
107 George St, Parramatta NSW 2150
363 King Street, West Melbourne VIC 3003
Level 1, West, 237 Ryrie Street, Geelong VIC 3220
Phone: +61 (2) 8319 8202
Email: info@pia.edu.au
