Master of Internet of Things

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Overview

La Trobe’s Master of Internet of Things (IoT) combines technical knowledge with practical learning to give you advanced programming and systems design skills. Build the skills you need to succeed in a more connected future by studying the key components of IoT, including platforms, protocols and protection. The first of … For more content click the Read more button below. Or, if you’re dreaming of a research career, you can undertake an industry-based thesis in your final year. Either way, during your degree you’ll have access to La Trobe’s state-of-the-art artificial intelligence and IoT research lab. Developed in collaboration with Microsoft and CISCO, it’s one of the largest of its kind in Victoria. You'll learn:IoT cloud dataDiscover how cloud data can be used as tool for brainstorming and informed decision making.Industry impact of IoT technologyLearn how IoT can be used to improve and innovate sectors like healthcare, construction and mining.IoT programming and systems designWork with IoT technology first-hand and produce a prototype IoT solution or system for a real-world industry partner.Security protocols and privacy risksGain an understanding of IoT security and privacy risks by analysing the design of secure hardware and software.

La Trobe’s Master of Internet of Things (IoT) combines technical knowledge with practical learning to give you advanced programming and systems design skills.

Build the skills you need to succeed in a more connected future by studying the key components of IoT, including platforms, protocols and protection.

The first of its kind in Australia, La Trobe’s Master of IoT is grounded in industry practice. You’ll have the opportunity to work on one of Bendigo's many IoT technology projects like Clever Weather or the Long Range IoT Network.

Or, if you’re dreaming of a research career, you can undertake an industry-based thesis in your final year.

Either way, during your degree you’ll have access to La Trobe’s state-of-the-art artificial intelligence and IoT research lab. Developed in collaboration with Microsoft and CISCO, it’s one of the largest of its kind in Victoria.

You'll learn:

IoT cloud data
- Discover how cloud data can be used as tool for brainstorming and informed decision making.
Industry impact of IoT technology
- Learn how IoT can be used to improve and innovate sectors like healthcare, construction and mining.
IoT programming and systems design
- Work with IoT technology first-hand and produce a prototype IoT solution or system for a real-world industry partner.
Security protocols and privacy risks
- Gain an understanding of IoT security and privacy risks by analysing the design of secure hardware and software.

Portfolio

Office of the Provost

School

Course coordinator

Simon Egerton

Location(s)

Bendigo

CRICOS code

0100862

Course instance contact

Simon Egerton

Course duration (full time)

2 years

Course duration (part time)

4 years

Study level

Postgraduate

AQF level

Level 9 - Masters Degree

Available only as an exit award

Study options

Domestic

International onshore

Completion requirements

To qualify for the award of Master of Internet of Things, students must complete 240 credit points consisting of: 135 core credit-points 15 core-choice credit points 60 specialisation credit points 30 learning pathway credit points

Course structure
240 credit points

Level one120 credit points

Upon completion of 60 credit points of Level one subjects CSE4IFU, CSE4DBF, STM4PSD and CSE4OOF or CSE4IP, students have the option to exit with a Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Fundamentals (SCITIF). Upon completion of 120 credit points of Level one, students have the option to exit with a Graduate Diploma in Internet of Things (SGIOT).

Core75 credit points

Core choice15 credit points

Specialisation30 credit points

Level two120 credit points

Core60 credit points

Specialisation30 credit points

Core choice - Pathway30 credit points

Students to select one learning pathway from the list below.

Project30 credit points

Industry based learning 30 credit points

Thesis30 credit points

Specialisations60 credit points

Course intended learning outcomes

On successful completion you will be able to:

Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the fundamental issues and techniques in information technology

Formulate and evaluate solutions to technical problems

Independently employ effective learning strategies

Apply fundamental IT principles and technical concepts to the design and development of Internet of Things systems

Critically analyse the current state of the Internet of Things discipline area with deep understanding of current technologies, application and research within the discipline

Identify and analyse Internet of Things security and privacy risks

Practice IT research and development ethically in an industrial or research setting

Career outcomes

After graduation, you could work across a wide range of sectors including healthcare, cybersecurity, agriculture, construction and energy management.

Possible roles include:

IoT system engineer
- Develop, manage and monitor IoT devices and systems, including cloud/edge servers and sensors. Write software to communicate with devices.
IoT architect
- Spearhead development of the IoT vision. Design end-to-end IoT architecture, enable the design and construction of IoT solutions, and create new processes.
IoT business analyst
- Work within businesses to ensure IoT projects are delivered on time and to high standards. Develop business processes to optimise the ongoing functioning of IoT technology.
Industrial UI/UX designer
- Make IoT technology easy to use. Create software and features that make it easy to navigate and use devices.

Graduates can also follow alternative paths into the IoT industry and pursue a career as part of a business incubator or start-up.

Professional recognition

The Master of Internet of Things is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). Graduates of the Master of Internet of Things may apply for membership with the ACS. Membership may be subject to additional or ongoing requirements beyond completion of the degree. Please contact the relevant professional body for details.

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