Overview

Dive straight into the booming world of ICT. You'll start the Master of Information and Communication Technology from La Trobe University by honing your fundamental skills in network engineering, programming, web and network security and entrepreneurship in information technology. Then, focus on more specialised topics like campus network design, wireless networking engineering and project management.

Build out your expertise with a mix of electives, from artificial intelligence to virtual reality to Internet of Things programming. Our supportive staff can help you tailor your degree to your career goals.

Put your new knowledge into practice. You'll have the option of applying your skills to either an industry project – alongside one of our industry partners – or a research project in your final year. Get an edge with a CISCO CCNA certification as part of your studies (required for many networking jobs around the world) and complete other industry certifications through our industry partnerships.

Career outcomes

ICT specialists are in high demand across the technology, communications, education, finance, government, healthcare and energy sectors.

Accreditation

The Master of Information and Communication Technology is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Academic Integrity Module

Intermediate Network Engineering

Programming

Networks, Systems and Web Security

Professional Practices and Entrepreneurship in Information Technology

Wireless Network Engineering

Advanced Network Engineering

Frontiers in Network Technologies

Project Management

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-28 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-11-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-18 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-15 00:00:00 , National

More details

Internationals - The University assesses applications on a rolling basis which means you can apply for the next upcoming intake or available future intakes.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

240- for domestic students

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia
Bendigo, Australia

Disciplines

Electronics & Embedded Technology Information Technology (IT) View 14 other Masters in Electronics & Embedded Technology in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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IELTS

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 037928B

Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent).

WAM - Weighted Average Mark (WAM) 60%

Specialisation - compulsory: Computer science, information technology, computer engineering, or communication/telecommunication engineering with a substantial learning in computer science content.

Graduate Certificate from either an Australian university or equivalent International university.
6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

43800 AUD / year

≈ 43800 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

34800 AUD / year

≈ 34800 AUD / year

Additional Details

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSP) may be available.

Indicative CSP price $9,187 per 120 credit points.

Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Win a €10000 Scholarship! Deadline: 30 June 2020

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Information and Communication Technology.

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Overview

Career outcomes

Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Melbourne

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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