Sufficient school places|Visa Approval Time: 1-2 weeks for fast visa approval
Data updated: 2025-11-13
2026
Total Tuition Fee81,898 AUD
Fee Per Academic Year40,949 AUD
Course Duration2.0 Year
(104 weeks)
Last Updated07-11-2025
Overview
Introduction
IT professionals are in demand across a range of industries including Information Technology, Telecommunications Technology and Digital Media with increasing skill demands in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), and Automation Technologies.* A career in IT could see you starting your own business, to working for international companies such as IBM, Intel, Microsoft, and Samsung.The Master of Information Technology and Systems (MITS) provides a wide breadth of knowledge and practical skills in varying aspects of information technology (IT) and information systems (IS). It has been designed for everyone, not just those with IT backgrounds, to develop and build on your current skills, and enhance your ability to contribute to the workforce in any industry that has information technology and system needs.You will have the option to customise your own learning towards your career goals with a range of seven specialisations. You can select up to two specialisations that cover a range of advanced IT and IS areas. You will develop the critical knowledge and skills required to work as an IT professional by choosing units that best suit your career development, interests and needs.It is forecasted that there will be 1.1 million technology workers in Australia by 2026. ^With an industry expecting very strong growth within the next five years, IT remains one of the highest paid industries in Australia with career options looking more promising than ever.**Australian Industry and Skills Committee, Information and Communications Technology, 2021^ACS Australia’s Digital Pulse: future directions for Australia's technology workforce - Deloitte Access EconomicsSpecialisations availableHobartLauncestonECA Melbourne*CybersecurityCybersecurity is available in Hobart Cybersecurity is not available in Launceston Cybersecurity is not available in ECA Melbourne Data Analytics and Artificial IntelligenceData Analytics and Artificial Intelligence is available in Hobart Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence is available in Launceston Data Analytics and Artificial Intelligence is available in ECA Melbourne Software DevelopmentSoftware Development is available in Hobart Software Development is available in Launceston Software Development is not available in ECA Melbourne Systems AnalysisSystems Analysis is available in Hobart Systems Analysis is available in Launceston Systems Analysis is available in ECA Melbourne*The ECA Melbourne study centre is available to international students only.
Briefing on School-Arranged Interview (if applicable)
Submit application materials, including transcripts, passport, and English proficiency proof, to the State Department of Education.
School review: The Department of Education recommends schools based on the student's situation, and the school arranges an interview after its review.
Interview notification: An email will specify the interview time, method (usually Zoom or Teams), and preparation details.
Interview content: A conversation in English including self-introduction, interests, academic situation, future plans, and a comprehensive assessment of learning habits, adaptability, reasons for coming to Australia, etc. The duration is approximately 15-30 minutes.
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Submit School Application
Submit the application through the school's official website or an agent's portal and pay the application fee (if any).
Submit supplementary documents as required and track the admission progress (Conditional/Unconditional Offer).
After meeting the conditions, pay the tuition deposit and complete the acceptance procedure (Accept Offer).
4
Obtain CoE and Arrange OSHC
The school issues the CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment).
Purchase/confirm OSHC to cover the entire visa period (including dependents, if any).
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Visa Document Preparation (Subclass 500)
Organize documents for finances, GTE, English proficiency, and medical examination, ensuring consistency with the chosen course.
Check the letterheads, dates, translation formats, and certification requirements of visa documents.
Scholarship
Family Alumni Scholarship
Graduate Alumni Scholarship
English language pack
Language Requirements
IELTS Score
PTE Score
2026 year(s)
Listening
6.0
Speaking
6.0
Reading
6.0
Writing
6.0
Overall
6.5
School Level
The school's visa assessment level determines the risk level for students applying for a visa and is a significant reference.
For example, if a school's visa assessment level is 2, the applicant will face more restrictions and be required to provide more written evidence, such as proof of language proficiency and financial capacity.
Course Campuses
TAS
NSW
VIC
Campus:Hobart Campus
Address:Hytten Hall, University of Tasmania, French St, SANDY BAY, TAS 7005
