Bachelor of Information Technology (322AA.8)
| Selection rank | English language requirements | Duration | UAC code |
|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | 3.0 years | 366043 | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Location | Available teaching periods |
| Faculty of Science and Technology | Academic Program Area - Technology |
UC - Canberra, Bruce |
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| Fees | |||
| 2021: Commonwealth Supported Place 2022: Commonwealth Supported Place |
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
| Academic entry requirements | English language requirements | CRICOS code | Faculty |
|---|---|---|---|
| 019936G | Faculty of Science and Technology | ||
| Discipline(s) | Location | Available teaching periods | Duration |
| Academic Program Area - Technology |
UC - Canberra, Bruce |
View teaching periods | 3.0 years |
| Fees | |||
| 2021: $28,700 per year 2022: $29,900 per year |
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
Make IT happen with a degree from UC
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 the perfect course for you.
This course is highly expansive course, covering 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.
Areas of study include business and information systems, system analysis and modelling, system administration, security, networking and software development which will give you the perfect platform from which to move seamlessly into a wide range of career specialisations.
This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) and, upon graduation, you’ll possess the necessary knowledge, skills, qualifications and professional contacts to forge a stimulating IT career across a wide range of industries both here in Australia and around the world.
This course offers the chance to specialise in Cloud Computing and Internet of Things, Cybersecurity and System Administration, Data Science or Robotics and Artificial Intelligence.
Study a Bachelor of Information Technology at UC and you will:
- gain extensive experience in developing information technology systems designed to address the needs of modern organisations
- develop knowledge, skills and understanding of the application of IT systems to their business environments, policies and management
- explore the technical and human aspects of IT and its use
- establish a comprehensive network of industry contacts
- refine your teamwork, project management and communication skills
- earn a globally recognised degree.
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)
Work-integrated learning (WIL) is an integral component of the Bachelor of Information Technology journey as it gives students the opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience and build professional relationships through real work, or work-like placements.
This, in turn, enhances each student’s confidence, employability and reinforces the university’s commitment to preparing professional and highly employable graduates with the right mix of skills, knowledge, and experience.
As part of this approach UC fosters close industry connections who offer preferential access to work placement positions and training opportunities with companies such as Dialog Information Technology, Pursuit Technology, CycleLifeHQ, Birdsnest, Australian Sports Commission, Agsafe, Kiah Consulting, ALLBIDS, ThoughtPatterns Consulting, ESKAPEE, Carers ACT, the Department of Defence’s Chief Information Officer Group, Emanate Technology, Getaboutable.com and Clearz Defence.
In your final year, you’ll also have the chance to 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.
Career opportunities
The UC Bachelor of Information Technology is a globally recognised qualification that will help you progress into any of the following career pathways including:
- Cloud computing architect
- ICT project manager
- Data analyst
- Mobile apps developer
- Cybersecurity specialist
- Cybersecurity operations manager
- Chief information officer
- 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.
Course-specific information
This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the Professional level.
Professional accreditation
This course is accredited by the professional body, the Australian Computer Society, at the Professional level.
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry
Assumed knowledge
Basic knowledge and skills in ICT (Information and Communication Technology); Basic numeracy and literacy skills.
Periods course is open for new admissions
| Year | Location | Teaching period | Teaching start date | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 | 08 February 2021 | ||
| 2021 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Winter Term | 01 June 2021 | ||
| 2021 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 02 August 2021 | ||
| 2022 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 | 07 February 2022 | ||
| 2022 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Winter Term | 30 May 2022 | ||
| 2022 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 01 August 2022 | ||
| 2023 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 1 | 06 February 2023 | ||
| 2023 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Winter Term | 30 May 2023 | ||
| 2023 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | Semester 2 | 31 July 2023 |
Credit arrangements
A credit transfer arrangement is available for this course for the following institutions:
Canberra Institute Of Technology
Chandigarh University
City College Of Dongguan University Of Technology
Hanoi University Of Science And Technology
Huashang College, Guangdong University Of Finance And Economics
Hunan University
Melbourne College Of Advanced Studies
Nims College
Other Australian Tafe
Overseas Institution
Shanghai Institute Of Technology
University Of Canberra College
University Of Mumbai Affiliated Institutions
Bachelor of Information Technology (322AA) | 72 credit points
- 1. Students in the BIMT, BIT, BSE or BET courses should choose 11485 Introduction to Network Engineering.
- 2. Students in the BBI course should choose 6348 Information Systems in Organisations.
- 3. Students in the BSE/BBI combined course should do both 11485 Intro to Network Engineering AND 6348 Info Systems in Organisations. The extra cps will count towards the chosen Specialist Major.
- Effective from 1/7/21 the unit code for Information Security has changed from 11487 to 11759.
- Restricted Choice units should be chosen to either meet the prerequisites of the units in the Major or to complement Major units for a better learning outcome.
- 1. Restricted Choice units should be chosen to either meet the prerequisites of the units in the Major or to complement Major units for a better learning outcome.
- 2. Exclusive to this Major only, students may also choose unit 11271 Law, Innovation & Technologies (offered by Faculty of Business, Government & Law) as one of the Restricted Choices units.
- 1. Restricted Choice units should be chosen to either meet the prerequisites of the units in the Major or to complement Major units for a better learning outcome.
- 2. Students who have not studied 11487 or 11759 Information Security in other Majors should choose this unit instead of a Restricted Choice unit.
- 3. Effective 1/7/21 the unit code for Information Security has changed from 11478 to 11759.
- Restricted Choice units should be chosen to either meet the prerequisites of the units in the Major or to complement Major units for a better learning outcome.
- Must pass 24 credit points from anywhere in the University as a breadth major, a breadth minor and/or as individual units.
Individual units may only count towards one major. Only 3 majors can be completed in this course, including core, specialist and breadth majors.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you may need to meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
Year 1
Semester 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Two Restricted Choice units
Semester 2
Two Restricted Choice units
Year 3
Semester 1
Two Restricted Choice units
Year 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Restricted Choice unit
Semester 2
Two Restricted Choice units
Year 3
Semester 1
Restricted Choice unit
Year 4
Semester 1
Restricted Choice unit
Course duration
Standard six semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| Explain and practice ICT profession, including professional ethics, professional expectations, team work skills, communication skills, societal issues, legal issues, and privacy issues etc. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; and take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; and behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Be self-aware; and adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas. |
| Formulate, appraise, and implement ICT solutions under the context of social and economic constraints, legal and ethical issues, risk and benefit balance, technology availability and stakeholders' acceptance, and the professional standards of the industry etc. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload; and take pride in their professional and personal integrity. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; understand issues in their profession from the perspective of other cultures; communicate effectively in diverse cultural and social settings; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; and behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; be self-aware; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; and evaluate and adopt new technology. |
| Demonstrate a good command of balanced General ICT Knowledge (information and communication technology) prescribed in ACS CBOK (Australian Computer Society, Core Body of Knowledge), with a focus on applying Technical Resources ranging from the business side to the technical side of ICT. | UC graduates are professional: Work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; and take pride in their professional and personal integrity. |
| Examine and determine the available general ICT capabilities to design solutions to complex ICT problems. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; communicate effectively; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; and display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives; and behave ethically and sustainably in their professional and personal lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; and evaluate and adopt new technology. |
| Develop in-depth knowledge and a higher-level skill in a few selected specialised ICT fields and/or build broad knowledge and skills in complement fields, which may not be directly within ICT. | UC graduates are professional: Employ up-to-date and relevant knowledge and skills; use creativity, critical thinking, analysis and research skills to solve theoretical and real-world problems; work collaboratively as part of a team, negotiate, and resolve conflict; and display initiative and drive, and use their organisational skills to plan and manage their workload. UC graduates are global citizens: Think globally about issues in their profession; adopt an informed and balanced approach across professional and international boundaries; and make creative use of technology in their learning and professional lives. UC graduates are lifelong learners: Reflect on their own practice, updating and adapting their knowledge and skills for continual professional and academic development; adapt to complexity, ambiguity and change by being flexible and keen to engage with new ideas; and evaluate and adopt new technology. |
Majors
- Specialist Major in Information Technology (SM0059)
- Core Major in Information Technology and Systems (CM0018)
- Specialist Major in Cloud Computing and IoT (SM0055)
- Specialist Major in Robotics and AI (SM0058)
- Specialist Major in Cybersecurity and System Administration (SM0056)
- Specialist Major in Data Science (SM0057)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Information Technology | BIT |
Honours
Students can apply for a one-year honours program after completion of their Bachelor of Information Technology degree, based on their GPA, within ITS program in the Faculty of Science and Technology.
Enrolment data
2020 enrolments for this course by location. Please note that enrolment numbers are indicative only and in no way reflect individual class sizes.
| Location | Enrolments |
|---|---|
| UC - Canberra, Bruce | 204 |
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Prospective Domestic Students | E study@canberra.edu.au P 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) W www.canberra.edu.au/future-students |
| Prospective International Students | E international@canberra.edu.au P +61 2 6201 5342 F +61 2 6201 5040 W www.canberra.edu.au/future-students |
| Current and Commencing Students | Please contact the University Student Centre by Email student.centre@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1300 301 727 |
