Program Overview
The Information Technology at University of Newcastle is a Master programme in Computer Science & IT over 12 months, delivered Hybrid. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Information Technology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Hybrid
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 35,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 20,760 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Newcastle, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Information Technology programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- 3D Modelling Animation and Rendering
- Big Data
- Business Intelligence for the Enterprise
- Computer Games Design
- Computer Games Production
- Database Management 2
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Video
- Distribution Computing Technologies
- eCulture and Audiences
- Entrepreneurship and Innovation
- Foundations of Business Analysis
- Globalisation
- Marketing Management and Planning
- Narrative and Interactive Design
- The Digital Economy
- Usability and Interaction Design
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Students with a three year Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) in a different discipline area (also called non-cognate discipline) to Information Technology are eligible to undertake the 160 unit program.
- Students with a three year Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) in a non-cognate discipline who also hold a minimum of two years demonstrable Recognised Prior Learning (RPL) in an area related to Information Technology (also called cognate discipline) will study between 120 and 160 units.
- Students with a three year Bachelor degree (AQF Level 7) in an Information Technology discipline (or cognate discipline) are eligible to undertake a 120 unit program which can be completed in 1.5 years full time or 3 years part time.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 35,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 20,760 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 35,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 20,760 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Newcastle directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Newcastle
University of Newcastle
New South Wales, Australia
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University Profile- Application Deadline Aug, 2026
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
