Informatics & Information Sciences courses

Murdoch University

Information Technology in Murdoch University

  • Duration : 2 Years
  • Intake : January
  • Level : Postgraduate
  • Tuition & fees : $ 22,320 Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.5
  • TOEFL : 90
  • PTE : 58


About Information Technology in Murdoch University

Course Description

This course is designed to significantly extend your existing qualification and experience in the field of information technology. 

This masters degree may be completed in one of two ways, by coursework, where you complete 48 credit points or by coursework and dissertation where you complete 36 credit points in coursework and a 12-credit point dissertation.

You’ll be able to tailor your degree to meet your career goals by choosing specialisations in IT Management, Data Science or Internetworking and Security.

You’ll also have the flexibility to complete qualifications as you go, allowing you to complete the Graduate Certificate in Information Technology after one semester, or the Graduate Diploma after one year, in either Information Technology Management, Internetworking and Security or Data Science, depending on which units you select.

6 reasons to study a Master of Information Technology at Murdoch

  • Make use of our brand new IT Innovation Hub, a cutting-edge learning teaching and research facility, fitted out with the latest mixed and augmented reality equipment, operational data centre and high performance computing capabilities.
  • Study at the only university in WA ranked as world standard by the ERA* in the field of Networking and Mobile Technologies.
    *Source: ERA 2018
  • Specialise your degree depending on your career goals.
  • This course has been designed in collaboration with industry partners with an emphasis on effective communication and the development of solutions to complex real world IT problems.
  • Learn from our teaching and research staff who are forward thinking IT professionals who are highly active in generating policy and change within industry.
  • Study on your own terms – we offer flexible study arrangements allowing you to upskill whilst you’re still earning so you can study full-time or part-time to suit your circumstances. (If you’re an international student you’ll need to study full-time)

Develop your skills

Build essential skills and knowledge to meet your career or study goals. Topics you’ll cover include:

  • information security management
  • project management
  • network administration
  • business analytics
  • data science.

Your career

There is a critical need for modern IT professionals responsible for establishing, maintaining and developing information systems in a wide range of sectors including: commerce, telecommunications, health, education, architecture, mining, engineering, law and government and non- government organisations.

Careers could include:

  • IT Project Manager
  • Business Intelligence Officer
  • Network Administrator
  • Data Analyst.

Academic qualification equivalents:

  • Entry into a masters degree requires you to have completed an undergraduate qualification that is comparable to
    an Australian bachelor degree, honours degree or graduate diploma..

English language requirements (one of the below):

  • IELTS     :   overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0
  • TOEFL   :   90 with no band less than 20
  • PTE         : 58 with no band below 58

Murdoch University Highlights

Type Public
Campus Setting Urban
Establishment Year 1973
Mode of Program Full time; part-time and online
Campus accommodation capacity 800+
Application portal Online/Agent
Academic calendar Semester-based
International student satisfaction rate 90%
Alumni 70,000+
Cost of living 500 AUD per week
Students Enrolled 23,000
Financial aid Scholarships

Murdoch University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The tuition fee varies with course and degree. The cost of the complete program for some courses is tabulated below:

Programs Cost of the Program (AUD) Undergraduate Cost of the Program (AUD) Postgraduate
Business and Law 88, 557 - 1,46,830 15,777 - 88, 557
Creative Arts 80,370 - 1,47,983 15,777 - 66,262
Engineering 88,557 - 1,33, 180 17,013- 68,734
Health 93,764 - 156,684 15,850 - 1,13,332

Cost of Living depends upon the lifestyle and preferences of the person. Approximately living expenses in Perth can be estimated to 500 AUD per week. Let us have a look at various expenses estimated per week:

Item Cost per week (AUD)
Rent 180
Utilities such as gas, water and electricity 35
Food 120
Public transport 20
Clothing, toiletries and entertainment 120
Health insurance 9

Know more about Studying in Australia

Tuition Fees in Australia (1st Year Average) BE/Btech: AUD 29109 | MBA: AUD 35139 | MS: AUD 36803 | BBA: AUD 28693 | MEng: AUD 39298 | BSc: AUD 34307 | MIM: AUD 39298 | MFin: AUD 35347 | MArch: AUD 37218 | BHM: AUD 28693 | MIS: AUD 35347 | MEM: AUD 43040
Average Accomodation & Food Costs in Australia AUD 1680 Per Month Approx
Entrance Exams in Australia TOEFL: 77 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 57 | GRE: 300 | GMAT: 600
Work and Study in Australia Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in Australia 2 Year after graduation depending on the course.
Cost of Student Visa in Australia AUD 620
Student Visa in Australia The subclasses for the visa were reduced to two from the eight for convenience. The two visa subclasses are Subclass 500 (for students) and Subclass 590 (For Student Guardian).
Intakes in Australia There are Two Main Intakes in Australia: February and July.
Top Job Sectors in Australia Health Care and Social Assiastance, Construction, Education, Manufacturing, Public Administration and Safety, Transport & Logistics, etc.
Economy in Australia 1.7% (2019e) 2.3% (2020e), 10th Largest in the World by Nominal
Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

$ 22,320

Total

$ 22,320