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Master of Information Technology in Accelerated

University of Newcastle College of International Education

Newcastle, Australia
0.33 years
English
On campus
Master

About the program

Non-AQF pathway that gives credit toward selected University of Newcastle master's degrees in information technology.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: no
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights: no
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop foundational and applied knowledge of Pre-Master's Information Technology in Accelerated. Strengthen computational problem solving
data interpretation
and technical communication through the subjects described in the program curriculum. Specific practical competencies depend on the courses and options taken.

Career outcomes

Potential pathways include entry-level project or research support roles related to Pre-Master's Information Technology in Accelerated and further study in the field. Specific job eligibility depends on skills and local requirements.

Curriculum

One trimester: Academic English B plus three credit-bearing IT courses such as project planning and management
object oriented programming
process analysis
databases
systems analysis or big data. Gives 30 credit points and entry to the second trimester of the master's.

Entry requirements

Academic

Related diploma or bachelor degree (country-specific) in business or IT
English IELTS 6.0 (no band below 5.5) or equivalent
completers enter the master's without a further English test. Accelerated version suits students with slightly higher academic and English levels.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree from a recognised institution, or a 2-year full-time diploma with 1 year of relevant organisational experience, or a 3-year undergraduate qualification (country-specific, e.g. Australia 2-year diploma plus 1 year experience or a 3-year undergraduate qualification; India bachelor degree or 3-year diploma plus 1 year experience); related fields business or IT/computing

Language tests

IELTS 6

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Academic Certificates

How to apply

Check the entry requirements for your country and the intake dates. Apply through the Applicant Portal or an authorised agent. A paper application form may also be accepted. Upload certified copies of transcripts
qualifications and English translations. An interview
Genuine Student form or financial documents may be requested. Accept the offer in the portal with passport details
then pay fees through Flywire. Receive the Confirmation of Enrolment and lodge the student visa in ImmiAccount. Receive the Welcome Guide and orientation details about four weeks before the start.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$19,600 AUD
Application fee	_
Deposit	$49,310 AUD

Program details

Campus	Newcastle City Campus (NUspace)
Faculty or school	Pathway Programs
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	_
Scholarship note	College of International Education program scholarships range from 5% to 30% of programme tuition for eligible full-fee international students beginning in 2027. Awards are normally assessed automatically; amount depends on grades, nationality and programme, with progression conditions.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 0.33 years.