Master of Information Technology (Professional)
2020 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2020 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Master of Information Technology (Professional) |
| Course Map | If you started your course before 2020, please refer to the plan your study page or contact a Student Adviser |
| Campus | Offered at Burwood (Melbourne) |
| Cloud Campus | Yes |
| Duration | 2 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
| CRICOS course code | 051581G Burwood (Melbourne) |
| Deakin course code | S779 |
| Approval status | This course is approved by the University under the Higher Education Standards Framework. |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 9. |
- Course overview
- Indicative student workload
- Professional recognition
- Career opportunities
- Participation requirements
- Mandatory student checks
- Fees and charges
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Specialisations
- Course structure
- Work experience
- Details of specialisations
- Other learning experiences
Course overview
The Master of Information Technology (Professional) is designed to extend the specialised information technology skills obtained in the Master of Information Technology by providing students with the opportunity to undertake a period of industry-based learning or a research project under the supervision of our internationally-recognised research staff.
This course has a strong IT industry focus and empowers students to apply the acquired knowledge and skills towards professional practice and enables them to create innovative IT solutions to solve real-world problems. Students will develop teamwork and leadership skills through close mentorship during industry projects and engagement in researching cutting edge IT solutions. Students can choose to specialise in variety of areas, including Data Analytics, Networking, Software and Services Development, Cyber Security, IT Strategy and Management and Virtual Reality; depending on their interests and career aspirations.
Throughout the course, students will develop a broad understanding of the IT discipline including its dynamic environment, expert knowledge of the technological aspects of IT, and in-depth skills in their chosen area of specialisation.
Units in the course may include assessment hurdle requirements.
Indicative student workload
You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include classes, seminars, practicals and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Professional recognition
The Master of Information Technology (Professional) is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Career opportunities
Graduates of this course may find employment as a business analyst, network administrator, database administrator, security analyst, solutions architect, software developer, technology consultant, data analyst, augmented/virtual reality developer, or security systems manager.
Participation requirements
Elective units may be selected that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.
Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. Click here for more information.
Students commencing in Trimester 3 will be required to complete units in Trimester 3.
Mandatory student checks
Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other check.
Equipment requirements
For information regarding hardware and software requirements, please refer to the School of Information Technology's website, www.deakin.edu.au/information-technology/students or telephone 03 9244 6699.
Fees and charges
Fees and charges vary depending on your course, your fee category and the year you started. To find out about the fees and charges that apply to you, visit the Current students fees website.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes |
| Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities | Develop a broad, coherent knowledge of the IT discipline, including its dynamic environment, with expert knowledge of the technological aspects of IT, and in depth knowledge in the chosen area of specialisation. Design, develop and implement advanced IT systems and software, and associated policies and procedures for optimal use and apply industry standards and best practice in one or more specialised areas of IT.Assess the role of IT in the context of modern organisations and society in order to add value. |
| Communication | Communicate effectively in order to design, evaluate and respond to advances in technology, future trends and industry standards and utilise a range of verbal, graphical and written forms, customised for diverse audiences including specialist and non- specialist clients, colleagues and industry personnel. |
| Digital literacy | Utilise a range of digital technologies and information sources to discover, select, analyse, synthesise, evaluate, critique and disseminate both technical and professional information. |
| Critical thinking | Appraise complex information using critical and analytical thinking and judgement to identify problems, analyse user requirements and propose appropriate and innovative solutions. Evaluate the place and role of IT its systems, applications and processes in organisational and societal contexts for reliability, usefulness and the value they add to those contexts. |
| Problem solving | Generate IT solutions through the application of specialised theoretical constructs, expert skills and critical analysis to real-world, ill-defined problems to develop appropriate and innovative IT solutions. |
| Self-management | Take personal, professional and social responsibility within changing national and international professional IT contexts to develop autonomy as researchers and evaluate own performance for continuing professional development. Work autonomously and responsibly to create solutions to new situations and actively apply knowledge of theoretical constructs and methodologies to make informed decisions. |
| Teamwork | Work independently and collaboratively towards achieving the outcomes of a group project, thereby demonstrating interpersonal skills including the ability to brainstorm, negotiate, resolve conflicts, manage difficult and awkward conversations, provide constructive feedback, and demonstrate the ability to function effectively in diverse professional, social and cultural contexts. |
| Global citizenship | Engage in professional and ethical behaviour in the design, development and management of IT systems, in the global context, in collaboration with diverse communities and cultures. |
Approved by Faculty Board 27 June 2019
Course rules
To complete the Master of Information Technology (Professional), students must attain 16 credit points. Most students choose to study 4 units per trimester, and usually undertake two trimesters each year.
The course comprises a total of 16 credit points, which must include the following:
- all requirements for the 12 credit point Master of Information Technology must be met including:
- four (4) core units
- one 4-credit point specialisation
- four level 7 SIT-coded units (excluding SIT771, SIT772, SIT773 and SIT774)
- completion of STP050 Academic Integrity (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
- plus a further 4 credit points as detailed below.
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements. Click here for more information.
Specialisations
Refer to the details of each specialisation for availability.
- Data Analytics
- Networking
- Software and Services Development
- Cyber Security
- IT Strategy and Management
- Virtual Reality
Course structure
Core
Four core units from the Master of Information Technology:
| STP050 | Academic Integrity (0 credit points) |
| SIT725 | Software Engineering |
| SIT740 | Research and Development in Information Technology |
| SIT764 | Team Project (A) - Project Management and Practices ~ |
| SIT782 | Team Project (B) - Execution and Delivery |
Plus 4 level 7 SIT elective units
Plus four core units from the Master of Information Technology (Professional)
| SIT790 | Major Thesis (4 cp), or |
| SIT791 | Professional Practice (4 cp)*, or |
| SIT792 | Minor Thesis (2 cp), and 2 additional level 7 SIT-coded elective units |
*Students undertaking this unit must have successfully completed STP710 Career Tools for Employability (0-credit point unit)
~ Note: Students are expected to undertake SIT764 and SIT782 in consecutive trimesters. Students should seek advice from the unit chair if they are unable to complete SIT764 and SIT782 consecutively.
Course structure
Electives
Select the remaining 4 credit points from a range of level 7 SIT-coded elective units offered.
Work experience
You will have an opportunity to complete an IT internship of 120 - 160 hours in a course-related organisation. Please refer to deakin.edu.au/sebe/wil.
Details of specialisations
Data Analytics
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)
Unit set code
SP-S000055
Overview
The Data Analytics specialisation has been designed to provide students the opportunity to undertake study and develop technical skills in key areas of data analytics - data acquisition and modelling, data visualisation, and decision support leading to business intelligence.
Units
| SIT717 | Enterprise Business Intelligence |
| SIT718 | Real World Analytics |
| SIT742 | Modern Data Science |
| SIT744 | Deep Learning |
Details of specialisations
IT Strategy and Management
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)
Unit set code
SP-S000056
Overview
The IT Strategy and Management specialisation has been designed to provide students with an understanding of the skills required to effectively drive business process improvement, manage IT services, develop IT strategies and manage innovation.
Units
| SIT794 | Services Management |
| MIS782 | Value of Information |
| MIS712 | Managing Digital Transformation |
| MPM712 | Managing Innovation |
Details of specialisations
Cyber Security
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)
Unit set code
SP-S000028
Overview
Develop skills in securing data, communications and infrastructure as well as investigating, analysing and providing solutions to computer crime. Students gain an understanding of problem solving, communication and technical capabilities related to Information Technology Security and the legal, regulatory and ethical contexts in which these skills are used. The security units provide a solid foundation in areas including information security, internet and network security, access controls and firewalls. In conjunction with work experience, the units prepare students towards certification as a Certified Information Systems Security Professional on completion of the CISSP exam administered by The International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC)2.
Units
| SIT703 | Advanced Digital Forensics |
| SIT704 | Advanced Topics in Digital Security |
| SIT735 | Communications Network Security |
| SIT763 | Cyber Security Management |
Details of specialisations
Software and Services Development
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)
Unit set code
SP-S000023
Overview
Gain theoretical and practical skills in current trends in the analysis, design and implementation of complex and large-scale software systems. Designed with input from industry leaders, there is a strong focus on the development of high quality software using methodologies, tools, techniques and management principles relevant to industry. There is emphasis on the development of web-based and distributed applications and the use and development of open source software.
Units
| SIT707 | Software Quality and Testing |
| SIT708 | Mobile Systems Development |
| SIT737 | Cloud Applications Design and Development |
| SIT780 | Enterprise Applications Development |
Details of specialisations
Virtual Reality
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne)
Unit set code
SP-S000083
Overview
Virtual Reality (VR) is an immersive digital environment that can replicate lifelike physical environments or portray a fictional artificial world, and makes the user feel they are immersed in that environment in real-life. These can be viewed through a head mounted display (e.g. Oculus Rift and HTC Vive), a smartphone based display (e.g. Google Cardboard) or by standing within a cube or dome showing 3D projections on every surface. VR allows users to interact with these environments and can also create additional sensory experiences including virtual touch through haptic technology, smell, taste and sound.There is a strong emphasis on creating content that will assist in shaping the future of education, training and entertainment.
Career Outcomes
Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality skills are in high demand across a range of industries and graduates may find employment as Virtual Reality Game Designers, Oculus Developers, Game Producers, 3D Designers and Gameplay Engineers to name a few.
Units
| SIT755 | Interaction and Design for Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality |
| SIT756 | Development for Virtual Reality |
| SIT757 | Content Creation for Virtual Reality |
| SIT758 | Virtual Reality On Mobile Platforms |
Please note: from 2021 SIT758 will be replaced with SIT708
Details of specialisations
Networking
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne)
Unit set code
SP-S000021
Overview
Plan, install and manage both local area networks and wide area networks with a strong focus on network design, routing protocols and switching concepts. The specialisation incorporates the CISCO CCNA curriculum which prepares students for the CCNA industry certification. There is a strong focus on application development for networked systems and supporting user mobility from both application and network perspectives.
Units
| SIT701 | Enterprise Network Construction |
| SIT702 | Enterprise Network Management |
| SIT706 | Cloud Computing Technologies |
| SIT735 | Communications Network Security |
Other course information
Course duration - additional information
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work placements.
Alternative Exit
Master of Information Technology (S778)
Further information
Student Central can help you with course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements.
- Contact Student Central
Other learning experiences
You may choose to use one of your elective units to undertake an internship or participate in an overseas study tour to enhance your global awareness and experience.