Study with CIS

Graduate Degrees

A range of graduate degrees are offered within the school of Computing and Information Systems. Our graduate coursework programs are designed to equip students with specialist skills in preparation for their career, and some of these involve research projects to set students up with the necessary skills for further research, such as a PhD.

The graduate degrees offered within the school of CIS are listed below. Following the links will take you to the relevant course information page, where you can find an overview, and specific information about what will be covered in each degree.

• Master of Information Technology, which is our largest graduate coursework program, offering specialisations such as Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Distributed Computing, and Human-Computer Interaction, among others.
• Master of Computer Science, which is our primary option for master's research and the best pathway to a PhD. The master of Computer Science offers a broad selection of coursework subjects in the first year of the degree, and entails a yearlong computer science research project in the second year.
• Master of Software Engineering, which provides students with an internationally recognised software engineering qualification in specialisations such as Artificial Intelligence, Business, and Cybersecurity.
• Master of Data Science, which is available to students from either a computer science or statistics background, and teaches the state-of-the-art tools used to process big data in large industries.
• Master of Digital Infrastructure Engineering, which forms a natural pathway from an undergraduate major in Spatial Systems. Digital Infrastructure engineers design the systems that connect the physical and digital worlds, and graduates of this course benefit from an internationally recognised engineering qualification.
• Master of Information Systems. The Master of Information Systems blends technical studies in IT with business knowledge, and prepares students to be drivers of organisational change with their understanding of the interaction between technology and industry.
• Master of Applied Data Analytics, which is a part-time online course designed to develop students' understanding of data collection and analysis in a flexible study environment.
• Master of Mechatronics Engineering, which provides students with a certified engineering qualification demonstrating their ability to develop and implement advanced automation and manufacturing technologies. The Master of Mechatronics Engineering combines the disciplines of mechanical, electrical, and software engineering.
• Master of Science (Bioinformatics), which focuses on the intersection between computer science, statistics, genetics, biochemistry, and physiology, and entails a 50 point research project throughout the degree.

Careers in CIS

A degree in Computing and Information Systems equips students with the skills and knowledge to enter careers in a wide range of industries. Graduates of our degrees are known to work in industries such as finance, healthcare, government, education, and of course, IT. Popular career paths chosen by our alumni include software development, IT consulting, database administration, cybersecurity, and network administration. Graduates may also go on to pursue a career in research, exploring new technologies and creating innovative solutions for businesses and other organizations. A more extensive list of jobs, companies, and industries, as well as testimonials from past students, can be found our careers page.

In addition to preparing graduates for careers in IT, CIS students develop significant transferrable skills. Through their coursework, students learn how to identify, analyse, and solve complex problems using critical thinking and analytical skills. This type of problem solving is highly sought after in many industries, and contributes to the high employment rate of our graduates.

Additionally, CIS students develop skills in communication, teamwork, and leadership from their extensive research and group-work experience. These are the skills needed to succeed in a collaborative workplace, and are some of the key reasons our graduates succeed in any careers they pursue.