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La Trobe University

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia - Melbourne campusReviewed 22 October 2026

La Trobe's Master of Information Technology combines core computing study with specialisation and project options.

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La Trobe's Master of Information Technology combines core computing study with specialisation and project options. The standard two-year route and cognate accelerated route have different entry conditions; applicants should select the campus and pathway before comparing costs.

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  1. Master of Information Technology
  2. Master of Information Technology - Artificial intelligence
  3. Master of Information Technology (Accelerated)
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Academic eligibility

  • The standard two-year route requires a completed Australian bachelor's degree or recognised equivalent, with a Postgraduate Qualifying Program route also listed.
  • Cognate entry for 18 months requires computer science, information technology or information systems.
  • Admission and advanced standing are assessed individually.

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Language requirements

  • The international programme table specifies IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0, consistent with La Trobe's published postgraduate baseline.
  • Approved equivalents and any offer-specific requirements apply.

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Study intakes

  • The international table lists Semester 1, Semester 2 and Summer for the standard two-year degree at Melbourne, Bendigo and Sydney.
  • The course page describes indicative March, July and November 2027 entry; confirm the exact campus, specialisation and start date before accepting.

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Application deadlines

  • International coursework applications are assessed on a rolling basis for available intakes.
  • The reviewed course-key-dates table labels its standard dates domestic, so it is not an offshore cutoff.
  • Obtain the current international intake deadline early enough to meet offer and visa requirements; courses can fill before the latest date.

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International tuition

  • The 2026 international programme table lists AUD 43,800 indicative annual tuition for the standard Master of Information Technology.
  • The Sydney campus separately confirms the same 2026 annual rate.
  • This is not a verified 2027 price or a two-year total; request the current offer and include other study and living costs.

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Scholarships & funding

  • The Artificial Intelligence Scholarship lists Master of Information Technology among eligible courses and a 30% tuition reduction for qualifying new international students in 2026 or 2027.
  • It is shown open to 1 July 2027.
  • Direct entry, Genuine Student assessment, campus, offer acceptance and progress conditions apply; Sydney's discount begins later than Victorian campuses.

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What can international students study at La Trobe University?

Selected programme options include Master of Information Technology, Master of Information Technology - Artificial intelligence, Master of Information Technology (Accelerated). These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.

What are the entry requirements for La Trobe University?

The standard two-year route requires a completed Australian bachelor's degree or recognised equivalent, with a Postgraduate Qualifying Program route also listed. Cognate entry for 18 months requires computer science, information technology or information systems. Admission and advanced standing are assessed individually. The international programme table specifies IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no band below 6.0, consistent with La Trobe's published postgraduate baseline. Approved equivalents and any offer-specific requirements apply.

How much are international tuition fees at La Trobe University?

The 2026 international programme table lists AUD 43,800 indicative annual tuition for the standard Master of Information Technology. The Sydney campus separately confirms the same 2026 annual rate. This is not a verified 2027 price or a two-year total; request the current offer and include other study and living costs. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.

When is the application deadline for La Trobe University?

International coursework applications are assessed on a rolling basis for available intakes. The reviewed course-key-dates table labels its standard dates domestic, so it is not an offshore cutoff. Obtain the current international intake deadline early enough to meet offer and visa requirements; courses can fill before the latest date. The international table lists Semester 1, Semester 2 and Summer for the standard two-year degree at Melbourne, Bendigo and Sydney. The course page describes indicative March, July and November 2027 entry; confirm the exact campus, specialisation and start date before accepting. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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No. Our team can help compare your academic profile with requirements, organise documents and explain application steps. Admission, funding and immigration decisions belong to the institution and responsible authorities.

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