Bachelor of Information Technology
University of Canberra
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About
If you have a passion for information technology (IT) and are keen to learn the high-tech skills to establish a career comfortably navigating an increasingly digitised world, then the UC Bachelor of Information Technology is for you. This course covers both the technology and business sides of IT, and as part of your studies, you’ll explore and learn relevant IT theories and principles that underpin the IT industry.
The course's areas of study provide students with the perfect platform from which to move seamlessly into a wide range of career specialisations.
Areas of study
Cloud computing, database management, games programming, human-computer interaction, IT management, IT support and security, mobile technologies, networking, software development, system analysis and modelling.
Career opportunities
Cloud computing architect, ICT project manager, data analyst, mobile apps developer, cybersecurity specialist, cybersecurity operations manager, big data engineer, big data architect, data scientist, business intelligence specialist, service desk manager, system administrator, cloud computing architect, IoT engineer, developer or designer, artificial Intelligence practitioner, machine learning engineer, robotics specialist.
Professional recognition
Accredited by the Australian Computer Society at the professional level.
Practical experience
Work-integrated learning (WIL) is an integral component of this course and provides students with the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience and build professional relationships through real work, or work-like placements. UC fosters close industry connections who offer preferential access to work placement positions and training opportunities with companies such as Dialog Information Technology, Australian Sports Commission, Carers ACT, and the Department of Defence.
Final-year students can also complete a real-world industry capstone project while working in teams to produce and implement an IT system for a local business, government or community organisation.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government subsidises the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Current UC fee information.
Admission criteria
Applicants with recent secondary education
Recommended studies: ACT: Mathematical Methods/Specialist Mathematics (Major). NSW: Mathematics Advanced.
Other applicants
Refer to the UC general admission criteria.
Student profile
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Further information
View all details of this course on the University of Canberra website.
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Honours
Honours programs are available as an additional year to meritorious students in most UC courses.
Flexible delivery
UC offers a selection of courses through flexible online delivery.