The Master of Information Technology curriculum is designed for both IT and non-IT backgrounds, providing foundational knowledge before advancing to specialised and applied units. It comprises 13 core subjects and 3 electives, culminating in a significant capstone project.

Key Study Areas & Structure (indicative):

1. Foundational IT & Professional Skills:
   • Concepts in Information Systems
   • Ethics, Bias, and the IT Professional
   • Design Thinking for IT
   • IT Governance and Risk Management
   • IT Project Management
   • Data Security and Privacy
2. Core Technical Disciplines:
   • Cybersecurity Management
   • Database Systems
   • Cloud Computing
   • Artificial Intelligence Fundamentals
   • Web Development
3. specializations & Application (Electives):
   • Students typically choose three electives from areas such as:
     • Mobile Development
     • Blockchain Technology
     • Data Analysis
     • Artificial Intelligence Applications
     • Team-Based Design Processes in Software Development
     • Advanced Cybersecurity
4. Applied Project Work:
   • A significant “Information Technology Project Part A & B” where students conceive, design, and execute an original project (entrepreneurial or industry-based), demonstrating mastery of skills developed throughout the course. This forms the basis of their professional portfolio.

• Academic qualifications:
  • A Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent qualification) from a recognised university in any discipline.
  • Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree in a non-cognate discipline (i.e., not directly IT-related) are welcome and supported; the program is designed to build foundational IT knowledge.
• English Language Proficiency:
  • Required for international students (see below).
• Interview/Personal Statement:
  • While not always mandatory, an interview or personal statement may be required to assess motivation, suitability for postgraduate study, and understanding of the IT landscape.
• Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
  • SAE offers opportunities for prospective students with considerable industry experience and/or previous academic qualifications to apply for credit transfer or recognition of prior learning, on a case-by-case basis.

Language Proficiency

• English language requirements (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL):
  • For international students, demonstrated English language proficiency is required. Acceptable tests include IELTS (Academic) with a minimum overall score of 6.5, with no individual band score less than 6.0, or equivalent scores such as PTE Academic (overall 58, with no section less than 50) or TOEFL iBT (overall 79, with minimums: L13, R13, S18, W21).