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Doctor of Information Technology

Program Code: 1893

The Doctor of Information Technology is a "professional doctorate", combining coursework with a doctoral thesis. The principal orientation of this degree is the extension of knowledge towards the improvement of professional practice.

The DIT is designed to meet the needs of professionals who occupy or will occupy positions of influence in the information technology community. Graduates will possess not only high level research skills, but also the skills that are fundamental to undertaking research of professional significance. In designing the degree, consultation has taken place with industry and professional bodies in Canberra. It is expected that the degree will be widely accepted by the profession as an indicator of expertise and original contribution to professional practice in information technology.

Degree Structure

The Master of Science in Information Technology forms the first component of the Doctor of Information Technology. The DIT then allows research into an area of interest developed within the coursework, leading to a significant contribution to professional practice in information technology.

After completing the MSc, further coursework equivalent to one session of full-time study (ie 1 Group B and 3 Group C courses) will be required, before the candidate can commence the research component of the DIT. This coursework concentrates on providing the skills to carry out the research. It includes study of Research Methods, Case Studies, and Professional Practices in information technology. It may also involve further study in the subject area of the research.

An outcome of the Research Methods course is a research proposal, developed by the candidate in consultation with a supervisor.

All coursework must be completed, with an average mark of at least 70%, before the commencement of the dissertation. The dissertation involves three sessions of full time research, culminating in the writing of a thesis.

In total, the degree involves 3 years of full-time study, or 6 years of part-time study.

 

Advanced Standing

Students who have been awarded the MSc in Information Technology are eligible to apply for entry in the Doctor of Information Technology within four years of completion of the MSc. Students who have been awarded the MSc will need to complete 3 Group B and 3 Group C courses before they can commence the research component of the DIT.

The same provision applies to candidates whose MSc is from another institution.

 

Entry Requirements

Entry to the Doctor of Information Technology is available to candidates who have completed the requirements for the MSc in Information Technology, with an average mark of 70% or better. Rather than taking out the MSc, they may instead articulate to the Doctor of Information Technology.

Entry is also available to candidates with an honours degree or coursework Masters degree in a relevant discipline from the University of New South Wales, or equivalent qualifications from a recognised tertiary institution. They must demonstrate that their performance in the awarded degree was at a level equivalent to an average mark of 70% or better.

In addition to the academic requirements, a candidate for the degree must have a minimum of three years of relevant professional experience.

In special cases entry may be granted to candidates with other academic and professional experience, on the recommendation of the Head of School.

 

Study in 2006

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Additional Information

Enquiries:

Office hours are between 8am and 5pm Monday to Friday.

The Coordinator for the Information Technology Program is Dr Chris Lokan. He can be contacted on (02) 6268 8060.

For general enquiries about postgraduate study at ADFA, contact Student Administration on (02) 6268 8716.
(Enrolled students can deal with many administrative matters using the online administration system).