Macquarie University

Master of Information Technology in Internet of Things

Macquarie University

Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00002J

Smart plugs, smart lights, security systems, health monitors, pet feeders and even toothbrushes are all examples of Internet of Things technology - physical objects that feature an IP address for internet connectivity. Such connected smart objects, platforms and environments have been identified as the next big technology development that will enable changes to society and economic growth. The Internet of Things will become an inherent part of areas such as electricity, transportation, retail, energy management, resource control and management, healthcare and mining. In the Internet of Things specialisation, youll address challenges arising from the interconnection of the Internet and everyday devices by applying advanced and applied knowledge of the design, configuration and management of IoT systems, and communication services and networking, Youll become an expert in networking technologies and protocols, security, hardware, operating systems and application programming and youll get hands-on experience in industry-recognised development methodologies, practices and tools.

Structure

Total Credit Points 160

Subjects

  • COMP6010 Foundations of Computer Programming
  • COMP6105 Distributed Systems
  • COMP6013 Introduction to Cyber Security
  • COMP6200 Data Science
  • COMP6250 Data Communications
  • COMP6255 Introduction to Mobile Communications
  • COMP6291 Operating Systems
  • COMP6350 Database Systems
  • COMP8291 IoT Embedded Operating Systems and Application Programming
  • COMP8292 Sensor Networks, Cloud and Edge Computing in IoT
  • COMP8293 IoT Communication Networks and Security
  • COMP8294 Embedded IoT Hardware System and Devices
  • COMP8295 Industrial Applications of IoT
  • COMP8296 Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Techniques in IoT
  • COMP8851 Major Project

Standard entry requirements

AQF level 7 bachelors qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent

Study information

CampusFeesEntryMid year intakeAttendance
Wallumattagal Campus Macquarie Park Domestic: $66,200
International: $89,000
No
  • Full-time : 2 years

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