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Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Information Technology (MGIT01.2)
Please note these are the 2026 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| 65 | On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
4.0 years |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Business, Government & Law | Canberra Business School Academic Program Area - Technology |
View teaching periods | 361327 |
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English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
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.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
Bruce, Canberra |
4.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Business, Government & Law | Canberra Business School Academic Program Area - Technology |
View teaching periods | 099004M |
| Fees | English language requirements | ||
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View requirements | ||
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.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
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.
Learn the language of finance, banking and IT
If you’re looking for an exceptional career in commerce and information technology (IT), then the UC Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Information Technology double degree offers the perfect platform from which to forge ahead with confidence.
An expansive course, covering both the technology and business sides of IT, and the banking, finance and accounting components of commerce, it will give you a portfolio of skills that will enable you to fluently engage in all aspects of banking, business and IT at the highest levels.
Available to study in two different locations – in Canberra and Melbourne – these courses are delivered flexibly, with a mixture of business hours and weekday evening study options.
Take a proactive approach to a career as an IT, or Finance and Banking specialist with this unique double degree and open a whole new world of incredible possibilities.
Study a Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Information Technology at UC and you will:
- develop knowledge, skills and understanding of the application of IT systems to their business environments, policies and management
- choose from a range of specialist majors including accounting, financial planning, economics and finance and banking
- become well-versed in subject areas including microeconomics, macroeconomics, international trade theory and econometrics
- refine your teamwork, project management and communication skills
- utilise discipline-specific technologies to analyse complex problems in a variety of contexts
- communicate clear, coherent and independent knowledge and ideas to a variety of stakeholders, addressing a diverse range of business/commerce problems
- evaluate the concepts and theories acquired in business economics.
Career opportunities
A UC Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Information Technology (IT) double degree is an internationally recognised qualification that will give you the knowledge and skills to explore a variety of career pathways including:
- Economist
- Economic analyst
- Economic forecaster
- Financial planner
- Financial analyst
- Wealth manager
- Financial adviser
- Financial consultant
- Labour market economist
- Taxation economist
- Project manager
- ICT consultant
- Data scientist
- Database administrator
- Information security analyst
- Cyber security specialist/forensics
- System architect/technical architect
- User interface designer
- Artificial intelligence/machine learning engineer
- Web/mobile app developer
- Software engineer
- Games developer
- Robotics specialist
- System administrator
- Digital marketing manager
- Network administrator/engineer
Professional accreditation
Refer to individual courses.
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
Additional admission requirements
Refer to individual courses.
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 |
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| 2026 | Bruce, Canberra | Semester 2 | 27 July 2026 |
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Information Technology (MGIT01) | 96 credit points
Note:
- 1. Students in the 322AA BIT, 560AA BSE or ITB101 BET courses must choose 11485 Introduction to Network Engineering.
- 2. Students in the 706AA BBI course must choose 6348 Information Systems in Organisations.
- 3. Students in the 838AA BSE/BBI combined course must do both 11485 Intro to Network Engineering AND 6348 Info Systems in Organisations. The extra cps will count towards the chosen Specialist Major.
Note:
- Effective from 1/7/21 the unit code for Information Security has changed from 11487 to 11759.
Note:
- - From 2024, units 10158, 10236, 11166, 11167 and 11168 have been replaced with new BGL Internship units.
- 1. Students must pass a minimum of 1 unit from Part A. Two units may be chosen from Part A or one from Part A and one from Part B.
- 2. Students who undertook two units listed in the current Part B section prior to 2024 can still count the units towards their course. Students from 2024 need to select at least 1 unit from Part A.
- 3. Unit 11572 Accounting Internship Preparation is only available to students undertaking an Accounting major.
- Credit Points: Students who want to do more than 6 credit points from this list may count them towards Open Electives.
- International Exchange: Students may also choose to undertake units at an international institution, subject to approval by the Program Director.
Note:
- Unit 11232 Credit Analysis and Lending has been closed. From 2024 students should enrol into 12089 Credit Analysis and Lending.
- Please note that if a student wishes to complete the 24cp major, they must select two of the Level 3 offerings in the restricted choice options from the Core Major in Commerce and Accounting (CM0005).
- 1. Students undertaking the 24cp major are NOT eligible for CAANZ or CPA Australia accreditation, unless they are enrolled in and complete MGSC01 Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws.
- 2. Students in MGSC01 Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Laws must also complete unit 11293 Taxation Law.
- 3. Students seeking CAANZ and CPA Australia accreditation must complete the 33cp major.
- 4. Completion of the 39cp major will enable students to meet the educational requirements of the Tax Practitioners Board in addition to that of CPA and CAANZ.
- The award name for the Commerce part of this double degree is determined by choice of major. E.g. Completion of the Spclst Major in Accounting leads to the award 'Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting)'.
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
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Course duration
Standard 4 years full-time or equivalent. Maximum 10 years.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
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| Refer to individual courses. | - |
Majors
- Specialist Major in Accounting (SM0016)
- Specialist Major in Business Economics (SM0017)
- Specialist Major in Finance and Banking (SM0018)
- Specialist Major in Information Technology (SM0059)
- Core Major in Commerce and Accounting (CM0005)
- Core Major in Information Technology and Systems (CM0018)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Information Technology | BIT |
| Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) | BCom (Acc) |
| Bachelor of Commerce (Business Economics) | BCom (BusEc) |
| Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Banking) | BCom (Fin&Bnkg) |
Honours
Refer to individual courses.
Related courses
- Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) (MGB301)
- Bachelor of Commerce (Business Economics) (MGB302)
- Bachelor of Commerce (Finance and Banking) (MGB303)
- Bachelor of Information Technology (322AA)
Enrolment data
2023 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 | 28 |
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Current and Commencing Students | In person: Student Centre Building 1 (take a BGL Faculty course advice ticket) or Email: bglstudent@canberra.edu.au |
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email: study@canberra.edu.au or Phone: 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Prospective International Students | Email: international@canberra.edu.au or Phone: +61 2 6201 5342 |
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