Macquarie University has introduced two new post-graduate courses - Master of Information Technology in Artificial Intelligence and Master of Information Technology in Internet of Things. Offered by the Faculty of Science and Engineering, these courses aim to prepare a skilled, talent pool that fits in the present and future requirements of the Information Technology Industry. Both the programmes are set to begin in 2023. 

The Master of Information Technology in Artificial Intelligence course is designed for students to undertake core units and gain key skills necessary for careers working with AI, gain practical, hands-on experience and enhance learning with the support of internships with world-leading organisations and experts. With the global AI software market forecast to grow to $300 billion by 2026, this program is a timely intervention to support the industry.

This course is only applicable to students with prior experience in fields like Information Technology, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Science, Actuarial Studies, Data Science, Statistics and Computing.

Master of Information Technology in Internet of Things is a programme designed to prepare students for careers in the ever-evolving tech industry, including smart homes, smart cities, smart grids, smart farming and smart healthcare.

The course allows students to focus on challenges arising from the interconnection of the Internet and everyday devices by applying advanced and applied knowledge of the design, configuration, management of IoT systems, data analytics, communication services and networking.

Students from the fields of Cyber Security, Computer Security, Information Technology, Computer Science Software Engineering, Network Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering can apply to this course.