Master of Information Technology (Business Information Systems)
Degree Level Postgraduate
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Campus
City West
Mawson Lakes
Duration
2 year(s) full-time
Program Code
LMIG
Fees
AUD$ 29,400 per annum (per 1.0 EFTSL) for students enrolled in 2017
English Language Requirements
- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6]
- IELTS writing [6]
- IELTS speaking [6]
- IELTS listening [6]
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CRICOS Code
081828G
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Entry requirements
This program has two specialisations. Direct entry only occurs into the Enterprise Management specialisation. For entry into the Master of Information Technology (Enterprise Management) applicants will be required to have:
- A completed bachelor degree in any discipline from a recognised higher education institution or equivalent;
- A Graduate Diploma in Information Technology or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution; OR
- A Graduate Certificate in Information Technology or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.
Students interested in the Business Information Systems specialisation can apply to transfer at the end of the first study period. Note that this is a competitive process and transfer will be dependent on:- successful completion of the first study period with a credit average
- submission and review of a formal application
- selection at an interview, with a panel including academic, industry and student representatives
English language entry requirements
In addition, international students who speak English as a foreign language must have obtained one of the following standards within the last two years prior to admission. Possession of one or more of these qualifications, in addition to the academic entry requirements, does not, in itself, guarantee a place at the University of South Australia. Applications are considered on an individual basis and selection is competitive. Where previous study/work experience was conducted in English, the application must be accompanied by certified documentation from the educational institution/employer certifying that the language of instruction/employment was English. The content of the program is language intensive and in order to achieve the program goals, students need to possess a high level of English reading, writing and speaking skills as the program will draw on these skills and require students to deliver professional presentations and produce quality reports.English language testPlease access the following link for a comprehensive list of English language tests accepted by UniSA and other important information in relation to meeting the University’s language requirements: English Language Equivalence Table (PDF)- IELTS total [6.5]
- IELTS reading [6]
- IELTS writing [6]
- IELTS speaking [6]
- IELTS listening [6]
This plan has no further intakes. Please refer to the Master of Information Technology (Enterprise Management) (LMIG).
Aim
The Master of Information Technology (Business Information Systems) aims to provide graduates with the advanced knowledge and skills to apply specific competencies in management and information technology. Graduates will be equipped to contribute effectively to complex information systems projects in real world organisational settings.
Content & Structure
The program requires completion of 72 units of core courses including 27 units of industry placement.
Study at the new Adelaide University in 2026
The University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia are combining their strengths to create a new university for the future, Adelaide University, opening in January 2026.
From 4 August 2025, the University of Adelaide and University of South Australia will no longer be accepting applications for new students.
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