School of Engineering and Information Technology

Master of Science in Information Technology

The MSc in Information Technology provides you with an opportunity to develop an understanding of the principles that shape information technology and their implementation, covering design, development, application and management. The courses incorporate the most recent advances in the discipline, providing IT professionals with the opportunity to upgrade and extend their qualifications and experience.

Students can select a combination of courses for the key areas:

Session 1 - 2012

ZEIT7105 Introduction to the Web
ZEIT7203 Communications and Information Systems
ZEIT7103 Introduction to Programming
ZEIT8118 Integrating the Enterprise and IS Functions
ZEIT8108 Data Structures and Algorithms
ZEIT8136 Software Project Management
ZEIT8219 Satellite Communications
ZEIT8106 Cryptography
ZEIT8115 Information Operations
ZEIT8226 Systems Engineering Practice
ZEIT8102 C3I Systems

Session 2 - 2012

ZEIT7102 Introduction to Database Systems
ZEIT7106 Systems Analysis and Design
ZEIT7205 Fundamentals of Surveillance Technologies
ZEIT8138 Systems Planning
ZEIT8117 Integrating Information Systems Technologies
ZEIT8144 Information and Communication Technology Processes
ZEIT8119 Internetworking
ZEIT8137 Systems and Network Administration
ZEIT8114 Electronic Business
ZEIT8110 Decision Support Systems

Entry to the program is available to applicants:

Research Project

The option of undertaking a research project worth 12 UoC (ZEIT 8199 Project - Information Technology or enrolment for two sessions in ZEIT 8198 Project - Information Technology P/T) is available to Masters students who attain a high credit average or better in four courses and is subject to approval of the Postgraduate Coordinator.

The project is recommended for those with a strong interest in pursuing original research in a particular area or intending to undertake a ßhigher level research qualification.

For inquiries about the MSc in Information Technology, please email the school at: seit@adfa.edu.au