Everything you need to meet entry requirements for our postgraduate IT courses — academic qualifications, English proficiency, required documents, and RPL pathways.

MIT AQF 9

Master of Information Technology
Open to international students

4 Intakes

Intake 1, 2026 · Intake 2, 2026 · Intake 3, 2026 · Intake 4, 2026
Rolling assessment

6.5 IELTS

Minimum overall score
No band lower than 6.0

25%

Maximum credit via
Recognition of Prior Learning

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements by Programme

International students are admitted to the Master of Information Technology. All applicants must hold a qualification assessed as equivalent to an Australian AQF qualification. If your qualification is not listed below, contact our admissions team.

MIT

Master of Information Technology

AQF Level 92 Years Full-timeCRICOS Course Code: 120184M

Academic Requirements

A minimum of an Australian Bachelor's Degree (AQF Level 7) or higher in any discipline, or overseas equivalent

IELTS 6.5 · No band lower than 6.0

GDIT

Graduate Diploma in Information Technology

AQF Level 81 Year Full-timeDomestic Students Only

Academic Requirements

A minimum of an Australian Bachelor's Degree (AQF Level 7) or higher, or overseas equivalent, in any discipline

A completed Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree (AQF Level 6) or equivalent or higher in any discipline, and two (2) years of full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in an IT-related field

Availability

Entry into the GDIT is limited to domestic students only
The GDIT may be used as an exit option for MIT students

GCIT

Graduate Certificate in Information Technology

AQF Level 86 Months Full-timeDomestic Students Only

Academic Requirements

A minimum of an Australian Bachelor's Degree (AQF Level 7) or higher, or overseas equivalent, in any discipline

A completed Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree (AQF Level 6) or equivalent or higher in any discipline, and two (2) years of full-time (or equivalent) professional work experience in an IT-related field

Availability

Entry into the GCIT is limited to domestic students only
The GCIT may be used as an exit option for MIT students

English Proficiency

English Language Requirements

All international applicants whose primary language is not English must provide evidence of English language proficiency. Accepted tests and minimum scores are listed below.

Important Note

Results must be no more than 2 years old at the time of application. Online or home-based test results may be accepted subject to assessment. Academic IELTS is required — General Training is not accepted.

English Test	Minimum Requirement
IELTS	6.5Overall, with no band lower than 6.0
C1 Advanced / Cambridge English: Advanced (Certificate in Advanced English)	176Overall, with no band less than 169
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic)	58Overall, with no communicative skill under 50
Oxford Placement Test (OPT)	CEFR C1Overall, with no band less than B2 across every skill

Other Requirements — Laptop

Students must provide their own laptops for the duration of their course to support their studies. The laptop must meet the following recommended minimum specifications:

Intel Core i7 processor or higher, or Apple Mac
Primary HDD storage of ½ TB or more (or access to an external hard drive or in the cloud through Google, Dropbox, OneDrive, iCloud, or other reputable cloud services)
Wireless networking supporting IEEE 802.11ac and Bluetooth 5.0
Operating system: Windows 10 Pro or iOS
At least one USB 3.0 port (preferably USB-C)

Application Documents

Required Documents

Submit certified copies of all documents with your application. Documents not in English must be accompanied by a certified translation from a NAATI-accredited translator.

Academic & Identity

Certified copy of passport (bio-data page)

Official academic transcripts from all prior institutions

Certified copies of all degree & diploma certificates

Certified English translations of non-English documents

English language proficiency test results (IELTS, Cambridge C1 Advanced, PTE Academic or Oxford Placement Test)

Supporting Documents

Statement of Purpose (500–800 words) — why you want to study at Amtech and career goals

Current CV or résumé (in English)

Two reference letters (academic or professional)

Evidence of work experience (if applying via alternative entry)

Financial capacity evidence (bank statements, sponsorship letters)

Application Process

How to Apply

Applications are assessed on a rolling basis. Follow these steps to submit your application and receive your offer letter.

Check Your Eligibility

Review the academic entry requirements for your chosen programme above. Confirm your qualification level (AQF equivalent) and English language proficiency before applying.

Before You Begin

Prepare Your Documents

Gather certified academic transcripts, degree certificates, passport copy, English test results, Statement of Purpose, CV, and two reference letters. Non-English documents must include a certified NAATI translation.

Documents Required

Submit Your Application

Complete the International Student Application Form and email it with all supporting documents to admissions@amtech.edu.au or apply through your education agent.

Apply Online

Receive Your Offer Letter

Eligible applicants will receive a Letter of Offer within 5–10 business days. Review the offer conditions carefully and sign and return the Acceptance of Offer form.

5–10 Business Days

Pay Tuition Deposit & Receive CoE

Pay the required tuition deposit as outlined in your offer letter. Upon receipt, Amtech will issue your Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) — required for your student visa application.

CoE Issued

Apply for Your Student Visa

Lodge your Student Visa (subclass 500) application with the Department of Home Affairs using your CoE number. Ensure you meet health insurance (OSHC) requirements before applying.

Subclass 500

Advanced Standing

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Amtech Institute recognises that students bring valuable prior learning and professional experience. RPL may allow you to reduce your study load and time to completion.

25%

Maximum credit that may be granted

Credit is assessed on a case-by-case basis by the Academic Board. Prior study must be at an equivalent AQF level and completed within the last 10 years.

Submit an RPL Application

Complete the RPL/Credit Transfer form (available on the Policies & Forms page) and attach supporting evidence including transcripts, unit outlines, and work portfolios.

Academic Board Review

Your application is assessed by the Academic Board. Equivalent content, level, and currency of prior learning are all considered. You may be asked to provide additional evidence.

Outcome Notification

You will receive a formal written outcome within 10 business days. Approved credit is reflected in your enrolment and study plan prior to commencement.

Appeal Process

If you disagree with the outcome, you may lodge an appeal within 20 business days in accordance with Amtech's Academic Appeals Policy.

Indicative Costs

Tuition Fees

The following fees are indicative for international students commencing in 2025–2026. All fees are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and subject to annual review. OSHC and material fees are additional.

Programme	Tuition per Course
MIT Master of Information Technology	AUD 48,000
GCIT Graduate Certificate in Information Technology	AUD 12,000
GDIT Graduate Diploma in Information Technology	AUD 24,000
Fees shown are indicative and subject to change. A non-refundable application fee of AUD 500 applies. OSHC (Overseas Student Health Cover) is required and purchased separately. Refer to the Amtech Institute Fees Policy for the full schedule of fees and refund conditions.

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