Master of Information Technology (Professional)
University of Southern Queensland (Australia)
MOE Reference No.: EDUN N24-02-008 Vol12
 
Programme Aims Back to the top...
 
The Master of Information Technology (Professional) is a vocationally and academically-oriented program. The Faculty of Sciences offers a program with strands in Networking and System Security, Software Engineering and Web Information Systems , which provides for graduates (in any field whether computing related or not) to gain skills and knowledge in key areas of computing which relate to their needs and the needs of their profession or industry. It aims to produce graduates who can work as web information professionals, system or network administrators, or software engineers.
 
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Successful completion of the program will enable graduates to:

  • Work as a professional in the Information Technology industry
  • Acquire specific knowledge and skills in information technology in one or several of the following areas: software engineering, networking, or network commerce
  • Understand a broad range of topics in information technology
  • Design, manage and develop software systems and networks in an effective manner
  • Lead discussions relating to the computing aspects of their workplace
  • Become better problem-solvers and innovative thinkers, who are able to learn new skills independently and efficiently and consequently to succeed in a competitive professional environment
  • Identify information needs appropriate to their area of specialization, and apply the techniques required to gather and interpret such information
  • Demonstrate skills in the analysis and determination of technological issues at management level
  • Identify, analyze and solve problems in one or more areas of technology by selecting and using either quantitative or qualitative techniques appropriate to the resolution of technological problems
  • Satisfy academic admission requirements for membership of relevant professional bodies
  • Identify, interpret and evaluate major issues in a range of contemporary business information technology areas
  • Apply acquired knowledge associated with their studies to work environments
  • Articulate the principal theories, concepts and applications associated with their selected business information technology area(s)
  • Understand and act in accordance with the ethics of their profession.
 
Course Modules Back to the top...
 

CSC2402 Object Oriented Programming in C++
CSC2406 Web Publishing
CSC2408 Software Development Tools
CSC3407 Computer Communications and Internetworking
CSC8407 Wireless & Internet Technology
CSC8408 E-Commerce Technology
CSC8409 XML and Semantic Web Services
CSC8415 Computer Network Programming
CSC8416 Advanced Programming in Java
CSC8417 Advanced Web Data Management
CSC8418 Object-Oriented Design with UML and Java
CSC8419 Cryptography & Security

Upon completion of the Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology programme, students would be exempted from the below 6 modules in the Master of Information Technology programme:

CSC8407 Wireless and Internet Technology
CSC8408 e-Commerce Technology
CSC8415 Computer Network Programming
CSC8416 Advanced Programming in Java
CSC8417 Advanced Web Data Management
CSC8419 Cryptography and Security

 
Admission Requirements Back to the top...
 

A degree or similar professional qualifications from a recognised university/institution is required.
Alternatively, a Diploma from a recognized higher institution of learning or polytechnic with at least 2 years of relevant industry IT working experience

 
 

Six exemptions for USQ Master in Information Technology programme

Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology
Awarded by Informatics Academy

A degree or similar professional qualifications from a recognised university/institution

A diploma from a recognized higher institution of learning or polytechnic with at least 2 years of relevant industry IT working experience

 

Exemptions:

Applicants may apply for exemptions at the application stage. This is done on a standard form with supporting evidence as appropriate. Applications for exemptions are forwarded with admissions applications to Informatics. Informatics is responsible for all decisions on exemptions and informs students of such as part of the admissions process. Information on exemptions is reported back to Informatics Computer School alongside admissions decisions and this information recorded on the Student Management system.

 
 
Programme Structure and Duration Back to the top...
 
Intake: March / July / November
Duration: Full Time / Part Time: Minimum of 24 months
Programme Delivery:

Full Time:

  • Day classes taught by lecturers with industry-experience
  • Exclusive access to USQ Connect, allows you to log on to USQ database library via the Internet 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Comprehensive study materials for individual units are supplied to all students
  • Direct e-mail contacts with all USQ faculty members
  • Online discussion group via the ‘Learning Circle’ chat room
  • Distance Learning study material package

Part Time / Distance Learning:
Distance Learning Mode with the following support:

  • Exclusive access to USQ Connect, allows you to log on to USQ database library via the Internet 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
  • Comprehensive study materials for individual units are supplied to all students
  • Direct e-mail contacts with all USQ faculty members
  • Online discussion group via the ‘Learning Circle’ chat room
  • Distance Learning study material package

USQ Connect

  • Exclusive access to USQ Connect where every student is issued an personalized User ID and Password
  • Allows students to log on 24/7
  • Students are able to download notes, participate in forums, post and view questions on the notice board, network with other students all over the world who are taking the module

click here for more info on USQ Connect

Method of Assessment:

All the courses include the combination of the following:

  • One or more assignments
  • Open or restricted examinations
  • 1 or more Quizes
  • Tutorial and Practices
  • Practical exercises

The assessment details are subject to change based on USQ’s course requirements each semester. Students are required to check for the most updated assessment details here

 
How to Apply Back to the top...
 

To apply, applicants must complete and submit the USQ and Informatics application forms. The application must be supported by the following:

  • One certified true copy of educational qualifications (degree, diploma, GCE ‘A’ and ‘O’ level certificates) and transcripts showing details of results obtained.
  • Registration fee. (Non-refundable)
  • Copy of Resume/CV
  • 2 Photocopy of NRIC/Passport
 
Administrative Details Back to the top...
 
Mode of Study: Full Time Part Time / Distance Learning
Intake: March / July / November March / July / November
Course Fee:

Term Payment : S$8,000.00 x 3

Full Payment: S$24,000.00

Modular Payment: S$1,570.00

Full Payment: S$18,840.00

Tutorial: S$321.00 per module (optional)

Registration Fee: S$250.00 (Non-refundable) S$100.00 (Non-refundable)
Mode of Payment:

The modes of payment available are cash, cheque, Nets, Visa/MasterCard and/or Cashier/Money/Postal order. All payments are to be in Singapore dollars.

For cheque payment, the cheque must be crossed and made payable to "Informatics Education Singapore Pte Ltd”. It should not be post dated.
Closing Date: 1 month before commencement date

All fees quoted are exclusive of 7% GST. The above fee covers all lectures, course notes, class handouts, student fee, library fee, examination fee but exclude textbooks and repeat course fee.

Information is subject to changes without prior notice

 
Contact Us Back to the top...
 

Informatics Campus
10 & 12 Science Centre Road, Singapore 609080

Course Enquiry Hotline: (65) 6580 4555
Email: enquiry@informaticseducation.com
SMS: +65 91072222

Opening Hours:
Monday - Friday : 9.00am to 9.00pm
Saturday : 9.00am to 5.00pm
Closed on Sunday and Public Holidays

 
 
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