Master of Information and Communications Technology | UniSC | University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

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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

Program to be rolled out at UniSC Adelaide first year from Trimester 3, 2024; full program available from 2025.

Location

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$11,232 / A$25,188 - 2025 Fees CSP / Fee-paying
CSP / Fee-paying
A$29,990 Annual fee
Annual fee

Start

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

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International students

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Career opportunities

  • Business analyst
  • Cyber security specialist
  • Data analyst

Accreditation

This program has Professional Accreditation with the Australian Computer Society.

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

Required courses (14) 192 units

SEC601 Introduction to Cybersecurity
SEC602 Ethics in Digital Investigation and Cyber Security
SEC603 Introduction to Device & Network Security
SEC604 Cryptography, Blockchain and Security
BUS703 Evidenced Based Decision Making
ICT701 Managing Data
ICT702 Data Visualisation
ICT703 Programming
ICT704 Databases
ICT706 Machine Learning
INF701 Business Transformation through Technology and Artificial Intelligence
PRM701 Project Management Principles
SCI700 Research/Industry Dissertation 1
SCI701 Research/Industry Dissertation 2

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

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).

Additional entry information

Standard English language requirements apply.

CSP estimate
A$11,232
Fee-paying estimate
A$25,188 - 2025 Fees
Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
A$29,990

Commonwealth supported places

Commonwealth supported places are substantially subsidised by the Australian Government so that students only pay 'student contribution" amounts. The student contribution amount will vary depending on the course you are studying and how much funding the Government provides.

If you accept a Commonwealth supported place you are a Commonwealth supported student. As a Commonwealth supported student you must make a contribution towards the cost of your education (unless you are enrolled in Enabling or Tertiary Preparation Pathway courses) with the majority of the cost met by the Commonwealth Government.

Commonwealth supported places are only available to domestic students. As a domestic student you are entitled to a Commonwealth supported place in an eligible program if you:

  • meet the citizenship and residency requirements
  • complete an electronic Commonwealth Assistance Form (eCAF)
  • meet the University's entry requirements for your chosen program.

International fee-paying places

Annual tuition fees are based on 2025 rates and the equivalent full-time student load as per the recommended study sequence in the relevant program.

Actual fees payable are based on the actual enrolment load in a teaching period (excluding Study Abroad and Postgraduate Qualifying Pathway).

All prices quoted are in Australian Dollars (A$).

Fee-paying places

A fee-paying place is not covered by any government subsidy, and you are required to pay the full cost of the courses you are studying.

If you accept a fee-paying place, you can defer the cost of your studies via a FEE-HELP loan. Eligibility for a FEE-HELP loan is the same as for a Commonwealth-supported place. You must:

  • meet the citizenship and residency requirements
  • complete an electronic Commonwealth Assistance Form (eCAF)
  • meet the University's entry requirements for your chosen program.

Domestic applicants apply for admission direct to UniSC.

Find out about how to apply and key application closing dates.

Need advice on what to study or how to apply? 
Our Student Central team can help.

Call us +61 7 5430 2890
Email us information@usc.edu.au
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