Master of Information Technology in Australia for Indian Students
Master of IT (or Master of Information Systems) in Australia is one of the most-applied programs by Indian engineers, combining strong university brands (7 in QS top 50), the 2-4 year Subclass 485 post-study work visa, and a clear PR pathway via SkillSelect skilled migration.
Why Indian students choose Master of Information Technology in Australia
- ✓7 Australian universities in QS top 50 globally
- ✓Subclass 485 post-study work visa: 2-4 years depending on degree
- ✓Regional study bonus: extra 1-2 years post-study work (Adelaide, Brisbane)
- ✓Strong demand for IT skills — IT is on Australia's skilled migration list
- ✓Higher hourly wages while studying than UK/Canada (AUD 25-35/hour)
- ✓Career trajectory to ₹95L-1.2 Cr at senior level + clear PR pathway
Top universities for Master of Information Technology in Australia
Most-applied-to programs by Indian students:
University of Melbourne
University of Sydney
Australian National University (ANU)
UNSW (University of New South Wales)
Monash University
University of Queensland
RMIT University
UTS (University of Technology Sydney)
Adelaide University
Macquarie University
📅 Application Timeline
- IntakeSemester 1 (February), Semester 2 (July)
- DeadlineOct 2026 (Sem 1, 2027) · May 2027 (Sem 2, 2027)
- EnglishIELTS 6.5+ / TOEFL 79+ / PTE 58+
- Post-study visaSubclass 485 (2 years Bachelor/Master, 3 years Master by Research, 4 years PhD; +1-2 years regional)
📋 Tests Required
- ✓IELTS / TOEFL / PTE
- ✓GRE NOT required
Scholarships
Australia Awards Scholarship (limited Indian seats), University-specific scholarships (Melbourne International, Sydney Scholars, ANU Tuition), Endeavour Scholarship (replaced by Australia Awards), Inlaks Foundation
💰 Career outcomes after Master of Information Technology in Australia
Starting salary range
₹65-95 L (AUD 95-135k)
Based on placement reports from top universities + LinkedIn salary data
Popular jobs Indian graduates land:
- 💼Software Engineer (₹65-90 L, AUD 95-130k)
- 💼Cloud Engineer at AWS/Atlassian (₹85-1.1 Cr)
- 💼Data Engineer at Canva/Atlassian (₹75-95 L)
- 💼Cybersecurity Analyst (₹70-95 L)
- 💼Returning to India: Tech Lead/Architect (₹35-60 L)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Master of IT cost in Australia for Indian students?+
Total: ₹55-85 L over 2 years. Top universities (Melbourne, Sydney, ANU): tuition AUD 47-55k/year (~₹26-32 L). Mid-tier (Monash, RMIT, UTS): AUD 40-46k/year (₹22-26 L). Living: AUD 21-30k/year (₹12-17 L) — Sydney + Melbourne expensive, Adelaide + Perth cheaper. Part-time work (48 hrs/fortnight at AUD 25-35/hour) earns ₹6-10 L during studies.
Can I get PR in Australia after Master of IT?+
Yes, via SkillSelect skilled migration. After Master + 2-year Subclass 485, accumulate points (age, English, work experience, qualification). Most Indian IT grads with 1-2 years Australia work hit 75-85 points (cutoff fluctuates ~65-75). Apply Subclass 189 (independent) or 190 (state-sponsored). State sponsorship from Tasmania, Northern Territory accelerates PR. Typical timeline: 2-3 years post-graduation.
Which is better — Master of IT in Australia or Canada?+
Both excellent for Indian engineers. Australia: better universities (7 in QS top 50 vs Canada's 3), higher salaries (AUD 95-135k vs CAD 90-125k), better weather, more challenging PR. Canada: clearer PR pathway, cheaper, larger Indian community, more lenient visa policies. ROI similar at ~₹85-95 L starting + PR within 3 years.
Which Australian university is best for Master of IT?+
Top tier: Melbourne (#13), Sydney (#19), ANU (#22), UNSW (#19) — all in QS top 25. Best ROI: Monash, UTS, RMIT (lower tuition, strong tech ecosystem). For Indian community + cheaper living: Macquarie, Adelaide. For best post-MS job market: Sydney + Melbourne (concentrated tech employers — Atlassian, Canva, Amazon AWS, Google, Microsoft).
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