Program Overview
The Information Technology - Business Administration at James Cook University is a Master programme in Computer Science & IT over 24 months, delivered On-campus. 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 - Business Administration 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: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 29,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 29,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Brisbane, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Information Technology - Business Administration 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
- ICT Project 1: Analysis and Design
- ICT Project 2: Implementation and Commissioning
- E-Business Technologies
- Enterprise Database Systems - Oracle
- Advanced E-Security
- Business Intelligence and Data Mining
- The Changing Business Environment
- Economics for a Sustainable World
- Managing Strategic Resources and Operations
- Corporate Responsibility and Governance
- Marketing, Customer Engagement, Social Media and Marketing
- Strategic and Responsible Innovation Management
- Leading and Managing Organisational Change
- Practical or Research Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Completion of a recognised, appropriate undergraduate degree, or equivalent prior learning including appropriate professional experience.
Englishband level 2 - the minimum English Language test scores you need are:- Academic IELTS \xc2\x96 6.5 (no component lower than 6.0), OR
- TOEFL \xc2\x96 570 (plus minimum Test of Written English score of 4.5), OR
- TOEFL (internet based) \xc2\x96 90 (minimum writing score of 21), OR
- Pearson (PTE Academic) - 64
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 29,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 29,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 29,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 29,000 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact James Cook University 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 James Cook University
James Cook University
North Queensland, Australia
James Cook University (JCU) is a public university in North Queensland, Australia. The second oldest university in Queensland, JCU is a teaching and research institution. The university's main...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-01-18
- Start Date 2018-02-20
- Language English
- Duration 24 months