Why Study/Key Benefits

• The Master of Information Technology (Professional Computing) is designed for international students seeking advanced theoretical and practical IT skills.
• The course focuses on designing, constructing, operating, supporting and maintaining IT solutions.
• Students develop advanced knowledge applicable to professional Information and Communication Technology environments.
• The course combines core IT learning with a choice of specialisation, allowing students to focus on Data Analytics, Information Systems, Mobile and Cloud Computing, or Software Development.
• The course includes substantial project-based learning, including Technology Design Project, Technology Innovation Research and Project, and a Technology Application Project within the specialisation.
• Swinburne states that the programme provides a pathway towards research and further learning.
• The course is professionally accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Programme Structure and Subjects/Topics

The current course page identifies four core units:

1. Technology Design Project — COS60011 — 12.5 credit points
2. User-Centred Design — COS70004 — 12.5 credit points
3. Web Application Development — COS80021 — 12.5 credit points
4. Technology Innovation Research and Project — COS70008 — 25 credit points

The course then allows students to select a specialisation.

Data Analytics specialisation:

• Cloud Engineering — COS80001 — 12.5 points
• Big Data — COS80023 — 12.5 points
• Introduction to Data Science — COS60008 — 12.5 points
• Data Visualisation — COS80025 — 12.5 points
• Technology Application Project — COS80029 — 25 points

Information Systems specialisation:

• Cloud Engineering — COS80001 — 12.5 points
• Big Data — COS80023 — 12.5 points
• Technology Application Project — COS80029 — 25 points
• Requirements Analysis and Modelling — INF60010 — 12.5 points
• Business Process Management — INF80028 — 12.5 points

Mobile and Cloud Computing specialisation:

• Cloud Engineering — COS80001 — 12.5 points
• Internet Security — COS80013 — 12.5 points
• Advanced Software Development — COS70006 — 12.5 points
• Software Quality and Testing — COS80022 — 12.5 points
• Technology Application Project — COS80029 — 25 points

Software Development specialisation:

• Big Data — COS80023 — 12.5 points
• Technology Application Project — COS80029 — 25 points
• Advanced Software and System Security — CYB80002 — 12.5 points
• Software Quality and Testing — COS80022 — 12.5 points
• Advanced Software Development — COS70006 — 12.5 points 

Disciplines/Specialisations

The four currently listed specialisations are:

• Data Analytics
• Information Systems
• Mobile and Cloud Computing
• Software Development

Swinburne describes them as follows:

• Data Analytics: storing, managing, organising and analysing data from different computer systems.
• Information Systems: analysing, protecting, designing and specifying information systems.
• Mobile and Cloud Computing: designing, coding, testing and operating distributed, cloud-based and mobile systems.
• Software Development: developing and testing computer programs and managing software quality.

Programme Highlights

• International-student-only master's programme.
• Two-year full-time structure.
• Hawthorn campus in Melbourne.
• Four technology-focused specialisation options.
• Strong combination of theoretical and practical IT learning.
• Project-based learning through technology design, innovation/research and application projects.
• Professional accreditation by the Australian Computer Society.
• Opportunities to develop advanced skills relevant to professional ICT work.
• Swinburne currently promotes its broader Computer Science and Engineering standing, including a #1 Australia position in ARWU Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025; this is a university/subject-area ranking and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of course or graduate outcomes.

Career Outcomes

Swinburne gives examples of roles graduates may pursue, including:

• IT Manager
• Business Development Manager
• Database Manager
• Network Manager

Depending on the selected specialisation and previous experience, the programme can also provide relevant preparation for professional ICT roles involving:

• Software development
• Data analytics
• Information systems
• Cloud and mobile computing
• Database technologies
• IT solution design
• Technology implementation
• IT security and software quality

Latest Updates/Special Requirements

• The current course code is MA-ITPC1 and the CRICOS code is 061755G.
• The course is currently listed for 2027 Semester 1 and Semester 2 entry.
• International students in Australia on a Student visa must study full-time and on campus.
• Applicants need an IT-related academic background for this Professional Computing programme, unlike some broader IT master's options that accept bachelor's degrees from any discipline.
• Credit transfer/RPL may be available but is assessed individually.
• ACS is the stated professional accrediting body.
• The current online course information contains a unit/credit-point presentation that should be clarified against the student's final course planner before enrolment.
• Specific 2027 course planner/unit availability: Not publicly specified – please confirm with IPU.

International Student Visa Requirements

International students studying this programme in Australia normally require the Australian Student visa (subclass 500).

Key requirements include:

• Valid Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
• Genuine Student requirement
• Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC)
• Meeting applicable health requirements
• Meeting applicable character requirements
• Meeting Australian visa requirements and conditions
• Evidence of financial capacity where required
• Australian Values Statement where applicable