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Master of Information Technology
Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Fundamentals

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 10 april 2026
START DATE: 4 may 2026

Ranked above world standard*

Industry-focused

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Save on your course fees

There are a limited number of Commonwealth Supported Places available for the Graduate Certificate for our Term 2 2026 intake. With this government subsidy, there are significant fee savings on the cost of your study.

  • The cost of the Graduate Certificate with a CSP is $4,768 (normally $17,400).
  • The cost of the Masters with a CSP is $20,054 (normally $69,600.).

Join one of the fastest-growing industries in Australia

Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Fundamentals

As we become increasingly connected with and reliant on technology across work, study and life, the demand for IT experts spans across more than just the tech industry.

If you’re new to IT and want to break into this fast-growing industry, La Trobe’s online Graduate Certificate in IT Fundamentals provides a strong foundation of IT skills that you can apply across a wide range of industries, from media and government to health and education.

In as little as six months you’ll:

  • Understand how to design and create software solutions using Python. Learn how to tackle practical problems using real-life scenarios.
  • Build foundational skills in computer operation, hardware components, data storage and retrieval, system software and more.
  • Study how probability and statistics are applied to data science.
  • Design and implement your own commercial standard database system to meet specifications.

You’ll also have the option to continue onto one of our online IT Master’s degrees, choosing from specialist qualifications in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data science or information technology.

Master of Information Technology

To keep up with modern demands, the TCA (Tech Council of Australia) predicts Australia’s technology workforce will need to increase to 1.2 million workers by 2030.1

With pathway opportunities available, you can join this exciting field and apply for La Trobe’s Master of Information Technology with an undergraduate degree in any field.

In this course, you’ll learn the fundamentals you need find your feet in IT. You’ll learn to use IT-related logical thinking and develop and use mobile apps, networks, databases, cloud computing, system design and more with the schedule and location that is best for you.

You’ll also have the opportunity to specialise in one of several booming areas, including cloud analytics, artificial intelligence or cybersecurity.

Completed in as little as 18 months, you’ll work on real-world projects from our industry partners in our virtual lab while you study. The lab gives you a way to practice and perfect your skills with the software commonly used by IT professionals such as Cisco Packet Tracer, OPNET (Riverbed Modeller), Apache Tomcat, SPSS, MATLAB, MySQL and Oracle.

Studying Information Technology at La Trobe is:

Ranked above world standard

Learn in-demand skills from a world-renowned team.

Ranked in the top 250 CS courses worldwide

Ranked by Times Higher Education (THE), 2026, World University Rankings 2026 by subject: computer science.2

Comprehensive

You don’t need an undergraduate degree in computer science, technology or maths to enrol–we’ll teach you what you need to know through fundamental courses.

Industry-focused

You’ll build a strong IT foundation then choose an industry-focused specialisation to deepen your knowledge and experience level.

Hands-on

Complete assignments in our virtual learning lab to gain the experience employers are looking for in their top candidates.

Your career in information technology

Top 3

fastest growing skillset, with AI and big data skills at the fore.3

1.2 Million+

Forecasted need for technology professionals by 2030.1

USD 41.1 billion

Australian IT services market total generated revenue in 2025, with predictions indicating that number will increase to USD 99.0 billion by 2033.4

Career Spotlight: Senior Programmer Analyst

AU$117,0005

Programmer analysts are typically responsible for a group of programmers that they’ll train, manage and mentor. You’re in charge of developing and maintaining databases and software applications, solving technical issues as they come up, and creating or updating policies and procedures that go with the software you develop. The median salary for this role is $117,000 a year.

About La Trobe University

At La Trobe University, we believe you need a powerful skill set beyond what you learn in a textbook. We teach you how to adapt to new situations, connect with others, take the lead and think differently, all while you learn the skills and knowledge you need to advance your career.

Citation and disclaimers

  1. Tech Council of Australia. Getting to 1.2 million. https://techcouncil.com.au/newsroom/getting-to-1-2million/
  2. Times Higher Education (2026). World University Rankings 2026: Computer Science. https://www.timeshighereducation.com/world-university-rankings/2026/subject-ranking/computer-science
  3. World Economic Forum (2025). The Future of Jobs Report 2025: Skills outlook. https://www.weforum.org/publications/the-future-of-jobs-report-2025/in-full/3-skills-outlook/
  4. Grand View Research (2025). Australia IT services market outlook. https://www.grandviewresearch.com/horizon/outlook/it-services-market/australia
  5. Glassdoor. Senior analyst programmer salaries. https://www.glassdoor.com.au/Salaries/senior-analyst-programmer-salary-SRCH_KO0,25.htm

*Ranked above world standard for research in information systems, mathematical and statistical sciences – Australian Research council, 2019