This course has a strong emphasis on the application of contemporary and emerging technologies, including cloud and high-performance computing, agile web development and software project design and management.

You'll develop computer programs in a number of contemporary scripting and programming languages and apply logical and critical thinking skills to harness existing technologies to manage and analyse large data sets.

You'll also be introduced to other fundamental pillars of information technology (IT), including network and web-based systems and their security, and human-computer interaction.

The course is presented by members of UWA's big data and optimisation research groups, and includes guest lectures from industry. You'll participate in a group design project providing you with an opportunity to apply your knowledge to a real-world design challenge.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The Master of Information Technology is ideal if you wish to change direction or expand your skillset to pursue a career in information technology. There is a great demand for information technology specialists across a wide range of industries. Career opportunities exist in internet/web development, technology and network management, communications, programming, IT consulting, ecommerce, systems analyst, multimedia, software development and web security.

PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION

The Master of Information Technology is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (provisional). The Master of Information Technology remains provisionally accredited until the required number of students graduate from the course.