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Pre-Master in Information Technology, Leading to Master of Information Technology UNSW College - Sydney Campus UNSW College - Sydney Campus, Australia

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AUD 22000

Annual Tuition Fee

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*Subject to change and other fees
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 Free

Application Fee

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28 months

Duration

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6

IELTS

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50%

Min GPA

Program Overview

Pre-Masters (Information Technology)

Our Pre-Masters Program is a pathway program developed for students like you, who want to commence postgraduate studies at UNSW but don't meet the entry requirements.


Our program is developed in conjunction with UNSW approved curriculum, which means you will gain the necessary skills and knowledge to progress to a UNSW Sydney master's program.


At UNSW College, you will receive:

  • An intellectually engaging and personally fulfilling experience;
  • An immersive, high-quality teaching and learning environment;
  • Guaranteed entry to master's coursework studies, upon successful completion;
  • Up to 12 Units of Credit (one or two courses) towards your master's program at UNSW Sydney;
  • Student-centred approach to learning;
  • A fostered sense of belonging to the UNSW Community of Learners from first contact to graduation.


Once you successfully complete a Pre-Masters Program (and meet the entry requirements), you will be guaranteed entry into your chosen master's degree at UNSW. UNSW is one of Australia's leading research and teaching universities, ranked in the top 20 worldwide. Boasting a career-focused education, vibrant community and flexibility in study options, UNSW will help you discover the best version of yourself.


Leading to: Master of Information Technology

The UNSW Master of Information Technology is a two-year full-time course that will empower you with the skills to make a difference through technology. You’ll gain a broad-based IT education, regardless of your level of computing experience.

Choose a broad range of core courses or two specialisations. Either way, you’ll be highly employable in a wide range of in-demand positions in the IT industry.

When you study the Master of Information Technology at UNSW, you’ll be taught by world-class researchers. You’ll learn to foresee future technology requirements and develop applications, frameworks, products and services in networking, data mining, robotics, internet services and more. You'll develop applications, frameworks, products and services for fast-growing areas such as artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.

Organisations worldwide are built on information technology, allowing individuals, industries and businesses to work more efficiently and be more productive. Work in the lucrative world of IT, and you can build company communication networks, safeguard data and information, create and manage databases, and ensure business information security.

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Additional Information

Program Level Postgraduate Pathway

College/University Processing Time 30 Days

Program Format Full-Time

Post-Study Work Rights (PSWR) work permit

Program Intake

Closed

May 2024, Aug 2024

General Admission Requirement

    Academic Requirement

    • Minimum Level of Education Required: To be accepted into this program, applicants must have Successful completion of a recognised bachelor's degree equivalent to an Australian degree in a STEM discipline or cognate discipline with 50% average and at least three mathematics courses.

    6 IELTS Score
    50 PTE Score Minimum Overall Score
    50% CGPA Minimum Overall Score

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    Tuition Fee

    The values given below are estimated figures, excluding extra charges like material fee, student activity fees, athletic fees, health care, etc., for courses. To know more, please visit the Programs page.

    Average Tuition Fee Per Year

    22000

    Tuition Fee
    (AUD)

     Free

    Application Fee
    (AUD)

    29710 Per year

    Average Cost of Living
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    The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

    Check program website for more information about funding options.

    Scholarships

    Pre-Masters Scholarship
    If you’re an outstanding new international student to UNSW College and demonstrate your commitment to cultural advancement, sporting achievements, or community leadership, the 2024 Pre-Masters Scholarship may be for you.

    This is a merit-based scholarship that rewards your talents and offers up to AU$5,000 towards your tuition fees.


    Eligibility

    Scholarships ranging from AU$2,500 - AU$5,000 will be made available to students from each of the following countries or regions*:

    • Mainland China
    • South Asia (Bangladesh, India, Nepal and Sri Lanka)
    • North Asia (Hong Kong, Japan, Macau, South Korea, Taiwan)
    • Mekong (Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam)
    • Indonesia
    • South-East Asia (Brunei, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore)
    • Middle East, Pakistan & Africa
    • Australia and New Zealand

    * Based on the residential address from which a student submits an application

    To be eligible to apply for the 2024 Pre-Masters Scholarship, students must:

    • Be from one of the above regions.
    • Hold an unconditional offer or an offer packaged with a UNSW College English program for the Pre-Masters Program May 2024 intake and submit their scholarship application no later than 18 March 2024. 

    Or

    • Hold an unconditional offer or an offer packaged with a UNSW College English program for the Pre-Masters Program August 2024 intake and submit their scholarship application no later than 8 July 2024.

    Students who have already accepted their offer for the Pre-Masters Program are eligible to apply, but if they are awarded the 2024 Pre-Masters Scholarship, they must rescind any other UNSW College scholarship (other than the International Student Award).


    Selection criteria
    Applicants must:

    • Meet the eligibility requirements as outlined above.
    • Nominate the country or region in which they are applying for the scholarship.
    • Provide a scholarship application statement of no more than 500 words, outlining:
      • Reasons for applying for the Pre-Masters Program.
      • Why they have chosen to study their preferred degree at UNSW.
      • Their participation in extra-curricular activities, including participation in cultural, sporting and leadership activities.

    If there are two candidates of equal standing, then they may be invited to attend an interview to determine their suitability. A panel consisting of the respective Regional Manager, Head of Student Recruitment and Head of Admissions and Student Systems (or their delegates) will determine which student will receive the scholarship in accordance with the eligibility criteria outlined above. The panel’s decision will be final.

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