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Master of Information and Communications Technology

Supercharge your career prospects by becoming equipped with high-level professional skills. The Master of Information and Communications Technology will develop your understanding in data analytics, data science engineering, data and process management, domain knowledge and research methods.

In this program you will:

  • Understand the ethical implications with respect to privacy and security in the analysis and use of data
  • Understand how the effective management and use of data has, and will continue, to transform organisations through digital innovation
  • Apply research methods and skills to develop innovative solutions to business problems

Location

CRICOS code

092873M

Duration

2 years 2 years Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
Full-time or equivalent part-time Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.

Indicative fees

Indicative 2025 fees (A$)

A$9,151 - 2023 Fees / A$21,915 - 2023 Fees CSP / Fee-paying
CSP / Fee-paying
A$27,800 / A$55,600 Annual fee / Estimated total fee
Annual fee / Estimated total fee

Start

  • Trimester 1
  • Trimester 2
  • Trimester 3
  • Trimester 1
  • Trimester 2

Offshore International students not on a student visa can study this program fully online.

Start
  • Trimester 1
  • Trimester 2
  • Trimester 3
  • Trimester 1
  • Trimester 2
Delivery mode
  • Online
  • Blended Learning
Total courses
14
Total units
192
Duration
2 years 2 years
CRICOS code
092873M
UniSC program code
BU708
Program structure
Required courses (14) 192 units

SEC601 Water Supply and Wastewater Treatment systems
SEC602 Concrete Structures and Technology
SEC603 Engineering Project 2
SEC604 Communication and Thought
BUS703 Professional Experience: Orientation to the Profession
ICT701 Introduction to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education
ICT702 Playing with Words : an Introduction to Creative Writing Craft
ICT703 The English Language
ICT704 Reading Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Writing
ICT706 Teaching Senior Secondary English
INF701 Teaching Senior Secondary History
PRM701 Playing with Words : an Introduction to Creative Writing Craft
SCI700 The English Language
SCI701 Individual Learner Needs

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all UniSC courses are available on every UniSC campus.

Study sequences

To be considered for admission candidates require completion of a recognised Bachelor degree from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent or successful completion of Graduate Certificate in ICT or Graduate Certificate in Cyber Security.

Students who have completed a Bachelor Degree in Information and Communication Technology may be eligible to apply for 48 units of block credit. The 48 units (four courses) credited will be determined by the courses students have completed and will be assessed on a case by case basis.

 

 

English language requirements

You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
  • Successfully complete 192 units as outlined in the Program Structure
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 units per semester (normally 4 courses) and following the recommended study sequence

  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.

CSP estimate
A$9,151 - 2023 Fees
Fee-paying estimate
A$21,915 - 2023 Fees
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$27,800
Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$55,600