The Master of Information and Communication Technology will give you the advanced skills and knowledge you need to take the next step in your ICT career. In first year, you'll collaborate with a small team to plan and develop an industry-focused software or IT project. You'll also get to choose from a large selection of computer science, electronic engineering and networking elective subjects to deepen your knowledge in areas that interest you. Throughout the course youll learn to develop smart solutions to real problems in a collaborative team setting, graduating with the full suite of relevant skills and knowledge required to get ahead in the global ICT job market. Among other things, you'll learn about project management, system design, testing and documentation. You can complete your study in two years (standard duration) or fast-track it in 18 months (accelerated option). According to joboutlook.gov.au, the steady job growth experienced in the area of ICT over the past five years is set to continue. Global demand for skilled ICT professionals means that, as a graduate, you'll be sought-after for a diverse range of roles across multiple sectors around the world. The normal structure of the course is for students to enrol in six 15-credit point subjects per year (90 credit points) for two years.

There is a great demand for graduates in information and communication technology. Careers include systems analyst, information technology consultant, information systems administrator, software and applications trainer, systems engineering, security engineer and telecommunications. Graduates of the computer networks programs are prepared for work in data communications and networks, networks and systems security, network design, network management, application protocol, protocol and network engineering, and wireless networks. Double degree graduates with MBA are in demand for their business, management and IT skills. You can work in organisations specialising in hardware and software development, and in the design and development of technological systems such as computer networks, telecommunications and wireless systems.