About the Master of Quantum Information Technology
Build the scientific, technical and entrepreneurial capabilities to work in the emerging quantum information industries revolutionising our world with La Trobe's unique and cross-disciplinary Master of Quantum Information Technology.
Maximise your background in engineering, IT or science by focusing your future career through directed learning and mastering key areas in quantum information technology. Hone your skills with 24/7 access to purpose-built, high-tech labs. Develop a quantum technology start-up concept and pitch by investigating platforms using a technology or business development lens. Tap into industry expertise through our Engineering and IT Showcase and long-standing partnerships with industry leaders in technology, from organisations as big as Microsoft to start-ups like Quantum Brilliance.
By completing La Trobe's Master of Quantum Information Technology, you will:
explore the core principles and underlying technologies of quantum computing, including programming and algorithm design
study key application areas such as cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning and cryptography
build transferable employability skills in entrepreneurship, business development and project management
engage with industry leaders from local and global start-ups and grow your professional networks.
Academic entry requirement
Prerequisites
Successful completion of an Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in the areas of Cybersecurity, IT, Data science, Science and/or Engineering in a cognate field.
English language requirement
6.5 IELTS (Academic) with no individual band less than 6.0.
Master of Quantum Information Technology intended learning outcomes
Critically evaluate the capacity of quantum information technologies to address complex problems.
Effectively communicate to diverse audiences issues in quantum information technology that will disrupt modern computation, communication and cryptography.
Apply advanced cross-disciplinary knowledge to create innovative quantum information, science and technology solutions to complex problems.
Evaluate strategies and policy for the implementation of quantum technology in industry.
Master of Quantum Information Technology career opportunities
Graduate with the skills to succeed in the emerging quantum computing, communications, and sensing sectors. After graduation, you could develop policy or design application and security solutions across a wide range of commercial and public sector organisations.
Possible roles include:
quantum IT specialist
quantum software engineer
quantum programmer
quantum technologies engineer
ICT security specialist.
Estimated course fees for international students
Estimated fees per year (2025):
A$39 400 per 120 credit points.
Note: 120 credit points represents full-time study for one year.
International scholarships
Destination Australia – an Australian Government initiative
The Destination Australia scheme supports new international students to study in regional Australia and offers students a high-quality learning experience. For eligible applicants, these scholarships are worth up to A$15 000 per annum for up to four years.