Bachelor of Information Technology
Australian National University
CRICOS provider number: 00120C TEQSA provider ID: PRV12002
Courses included
This course has been cancelled
About
The last intake for this program is semester 2, 2023. It will be replaced by Bachelor of Computing from semester 1, 2024 onwards.
Information technology is everywhere, from your entertainment to your gadgets. It is changing the way we live, learn, work and even socialise. If you are interested in driving this exciting revolution, in a truly globalised and fast-changing industry, the Bachelor of Information Technology is for you.
You will receive a strong grounding in computing fundamentals to tackle the progressive nature of technology. IT is an intrinsic part of all industries, so knowledge of software development and information systems is highly sought after by the best employers.
Students starting the course in July may not be able to complete all majors in the minimum time.
Areas of study
Artificial intelligence, cyber security, data science, information systems, IT in new media, software development.
Career opportunities
Computer network manager, data analyst, database designer, project manager, programmer, web designer, cyber security specialist, artificial intelligence specialist in business, government or industry.
Professional recognition
Australian Computer Society.
Honours
Available as an additional year, subject to progress requirements.
Fees and charges
The Australian Government pays part of the tuition fee for this course. The remaining balance is paid by the student. Information about ANU student contributions.
Essential requirements for admission
Co-Curricular or Service Experience (Year 12 or IB applicants only): The Co-Curricular or Service Experience requirement has been removed from the application process for 2025 admissions. This change will make ANU more accessible to Year 12 students looking to join ANU. You don’t need to submit any additional documents regarding this change.
Prerequisites
ACT: Mathematical Methods (major). NSW: Mathematics Advanced. Students without these prerequisites may be eligible for entry, subject to undertaking the ANU Mathematics bridging course.
Admission criteria
Minimum selection rank: 80.00. Due to the competitive nature of our admissions process, we cannot guarantee entry to applicants who meet the minimum selection rank for their preferred program.
Also refer to the ANU general admission criteria.
Student profile
View the ANU student profile.
Further information
View all details of this course on the ANU website.
Australian National University degrees
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.
ATAR profile
ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2024)
Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.
- This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
- The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
- The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.
Abbreviations
– = data is not available.<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria
Student profile
Course updates
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Combined options
ANU flexible double degree options allow you to create your own study program.