Master of Information Technology (Extended)
Why study the Master of Information Technology (Extended) at UNE?
A two-year coursework conversion Masters program in information technology. Students may choose to specialize in one of Software Engineering, Internet and Web Technologies, and Computer Networks.
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DURATION
2 Years Full-time4 Years Part-time
FEES
Full Fee2008 STUDY OPTIONS
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| Official Abbreviation | MInfoTech(Extended) |
| Course Type | Postgraduate |
| Commencement | Semester 1 and Semester 2 |
| Study Mode | On and Off Campus |
| Course Duration |
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| Fees | Full Fee |
| Total Credit Points | 96 |
| How to apply | New students to UNE apply to study on or off campus through UAC For more information, click here Former or current students apply to study on or off campus directly to UNE using the postgraduate admission form For more information, click here |
| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
| Entry Requirements | A three year bachelor degree which for international students must be equivalent to a three year Australian Bachelor degree. |
| Academic Colours |
powder blue (BCC 193) |
| Further Information | 
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Admission Requirement
1. A candidate shall:
(a) have fulfilled all of the requirements for admission to a Bachelor degree in the University; or
(b) have fulfilled all of the requirements for admission to a degree or other qualification acceptable to the school as sufficient qualification for candidature; or
(c) have satisfied the school by means of qualifications and/or experience, that adequate preparation for candidature has been made.
2. A candidate who has been recommended for the award of the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology may be permitted to transfer to candidature for the degree of Master of Information Technology (Extended).
3. A candidate for the Graduate Diploma in Information Technology who has completed units counting 24 credit points and who has a satisfactory academic record may be permitted to transfer to candidature for the degree of Master of Information Technology (Extended).
4. A candidate who has been recommended for the award of the Master of Information Technology may be permitted to transfer to candidature for the degree of Master of Information Technology (Extended). If candidature for the Master of Information Technology (Extended) is successful, the Master of Information Technology will not be awarded.
5. Admission to candidature and the date of commencement of the candidature shall be determined by the school on the recommendation of the Course Coordinator.
Credit Point Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate shall complete a total of 96 credit points.
Program of Study
Course Structure |
Credit Points |
|---|---|
| Approved Course Work Program | 60-66 cps |
| Elective Unit(s) | 30-36 cps |
| Total | 96 cps |
Approved Course Work Programs
Period of Candidature
The minimum period of candidature shall be:
(a) two years as a full-time candidate.
The maximum period of candidature shall be:
(b) five years as a part-time candidate.
Where the prescribed course of study has been reduced in terms of Admission Rule 2, 3 or 4, the period of candidature may be reduced accordingly.
In exceptional circumstances and on the basis of written evidence the school may extend the periods of candidature.
Advanced Standing
On the recommendation of the Course Coordinator, a candidate may be granted advanced standing to a maximum of 48 credit points towards the Master in terms of Rule 2.22 Advanced Standing Rule 2 provided that:
(a) the maximum advanced standing which may be granted in terms of Rule 2.22.1.(a) for an awarded Graduate Certificate or a Graduate Diploma in a relevant area offered by the University shall be for units counting 24 credit points; or
(b) the maximum advanced standing which may be granted in terms of Rules 2.22.1.(a) and 2.22.1.(b) for an awarded Bachelor degree in a relevant area shall be for units counting 48 credit points; or
(c) the maximum advanced standing which may be granted in terms of Rule 2.22.1.(b) shall be for units counting 24 credit points; or
(d) the maximum advanced standing which may be granted in terms of Rule 2.22.2(b) shall be for units counting 12 credit points; or
(e) the maximum advanced standing which may be granted in terms of Rule 2.22.3 shall be for units counting 6 credit points.