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Bachelor of Information Technology
Course information for - 2025 entry
Offered at 1 locations
- Duration
- 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
- UAC code
- 103708
- ATAR
- 58.50 for North Sydney
- Fees (first year)*
$11232 CSP
- Start dates
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Semester 1 intake: Beginning February 2025Applications open August 2024Midyear (Semester 2) intake: Beginning July 2025Applications open April 2025
Overview
Prepare for a career in a fast-growing and ever-changing industry. The Bachelor of Information Technology is a multi-skilled learning experience that will give you a solid foundation to launch your IT career.
Upon graduating you'll be fully equipped to step straight into the workplace thanks to our Future Ready employability program, designed to systematically build each of the elements of your personal brand: your professional identity; experience; job-ready skills; and networks.
Accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) and recognised by the Seoul Accord, this degree has United Nations sustainable goals and a suite of Microsoft certifications built in including: Microsoft Excel Associate, Microsoft Azure Data Fundamentals, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Azure Cloud Platform and Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals, all highly sought after by employers.
This degree arms you with professional knowledge and technical know-how across areas such as data science and analytics, programming, artificial intelligence, cyber security and application development.
In today’s world, you need professional, technical and cross-cultural skills. Our intercultural communication module is designed to build cultural awareness and communication skills which are vital in the global workplace. You can further extend your intercultural experience by taking part in a Global Virtual Classroom, studying at our Rome Campus or participating in an international study tour.
You’ll be able to put the knowledge and skills you’ve acquired into practice in real-world IT environments through the placement, community engagement and intern opportunities embedded into the degree, making your transition into a future in this cutting-edge industry seamless.
Professional experience
You’ll gain up to 220 hours of workplace and community experience, before you even graduate.
Work placement
As part of our Work Integrated Learning program you’ll gain 150 hours industry placement in information technology. This will strengthen your essential job-ready skills and experiences and provide you with the opportunity to learn about workplace culture, prepare for the future world of work, develop professional networks and build their employability skills. You will gain the confidence, knowledge and skills necessary to effectively prepare for a future career in the IT industry. Through work integrated learning, you will also get a clear understanding of the impact of IT on workers and working conditions.
Community engagement
As part of your degree you’ll have the opportunity to work with not-for-profit organisations with 35 to 70 hours of community engagement experience. You’ll foster knowledge and understanding and its application within communities experiencing marginalisation and disadvantage while applying ethical personal and professional skills developed during your studies at ACU.
Professional recognition
This degree is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Read more about this professional association
The Australian Computer Society is recognised internationally by the Seoul Accord. This means that our ACS-accredited programs satisfy the international standards and processes set by the Accord.
Careers
Our graduates have pursued careers in:
- data science
- artificial intelligence
- application development
- cyber security
- database administration
- IT support
- systems project management
- programming
Industry partnerships
ACU works with a variety of industry partners.
Course details
Course structure
To complete the Bachelor of Information Technology, a student must complete 240 credit points (cp).
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Overseas study available
We offer two business units at our Rome Campus: BUSN304 and BIPX202. The dates for these units are to be confirmed.
Entry requirements
An applicant must also comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
To be eligible for admission to the course, an applicant must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12 level, or equivalent:
| State | Prerequisites |
|---|---|
New South Wales | Assumed knowledge: English (Standard) (Band 2) or EAL (Band 3) Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced (not Mathematics Standard 2) |
Victoria | Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English. |
International applicants need to meet the English Language Proficiency requirements as defined in the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy.
Disclaimer: The course entry requirements above are for 2025 Admission. Refer to your relevant Tertiary Admission Centre website for future years' entry requirements.
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Applicants with recent secondary education
You’ll need to meet the minimum entry requirements and subject prerequisites for your chosen course.
If your school result was affected by circumstances outside of your control, such as financial hardship, illness, disability or a challenging home environment, you may qualify for an access scheme. You can apply through your TAC as part of your application process.
Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study
You’ll need to meet the minimum entry requirements and subject prerequisites for your chosen course.
For current year 12 students
If you’re a current Year 12 applicant you can be given a selection rank separate from, and in addition to, your ATAR if you’ve completed a competency-based and graded AQF Certificate III or above.
For non-school leavers
If you’ve completed, or are completing a competency-based AQF Certificate IV or AQF diploma you will be assigned a selection rank by your local Tertiary Admission Centre (TAC). This is an entry score based on your individual qualifications and achievements.
ACU has partnerships with TAFE and many private education providers. If you have completed a qualification with one of these partners or with ACU College, you may be eligible for guaranteed entry and/or credit into a related ACU degree. Please apply through your local TAC and then submit a credit application for your previous study.
Applicants with higher education study
You’ll need to meet the minimum entry requirements and subject prerequisites for your chosen course.
If you have completed at least two units of AQF-recognised study at bachelor level or above, you’ll be assigned a selection rank based on your study level, duration and grade point average that will be applied during the admission process.
If your previous study has equipped you with knowledge, skills or experiences that align with the learning outcomes of units in your new course you may be able to apply for recognition of prior learning and you may be able to complete your course sooner.
Applicants with work and life experience
You’ll need to meet the minimum entry requirements and subject prerequisites for your chosen course.
If you have no formal education qualifications you may be eligible for a selection rank based on your work, life or service experience.
- If you’ve been in paid employment, relevant to the course you’re applying for, for a minimum of six months full-time (or equivalent), this work may be assessed for your selection rank.
- If you’re 21 years or older you can sit the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) through your local TAC.
- You can apply for an ACU bridging course. Our bridging courses allow you to transition back into studying and can give you a head start on the relevant undergraduate degree.
- If you have served in the defence force, your rank and time in service may contribute to your selection rank.
Adjustment factors
If you’re currently completing Year 12 you may be eligible for adjustment factors that can boost your rank and help you get into your desired course.
Adjustment factors may be applied to your TAC application if you study particular subjects, attend schools geographically close to our campuses or in certain regional areas, apply as an elite athlete or performer or meet certain other criteria.
Inherent requirement
There are essential components of a course or unit that demonstrate the capabilities, knowledge and skills to achieve the core learning outcomes of that course or unit. You will need to be able to meet these inherent requirements to complete your course.
Learn more about inherent requirements for your course and how they affect you
Pathways
Pathways into course for current or recent Year 12 students
If you can’t meet the ATAR requirement for your choice of course and you’re currently completing Year 12 or finished Year 12 in the two years previously, we have entry programs to get you where you want to be.
Pathways into course for applicants with previous study and/or life experience
Are you applying to ACU as a non-school leaver?
By that we mean, you’re not currently completing Year 12 and haven’t completed it in the two years previously. If the answer is yes and your selection rank isn’t enough to meet the requirements for your desired course you still have a number of options to help you achieve your study goals.
If you’re over 21, you can sit the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT), or you can complete a diploma or bridging course relevant to your desired course.
Further study
Bachelor degree graduates may be eligible to progress to a range of postgraduate coursework programs, eg graduate certificates and graduate diplomas and, through them and/or with relevant work experience, to master’s degree programs.
Fees
Course costs
$11232 CSP
All costs are calculated using current rates and are based on a full-time study load of 40 credit points (normally 4 units) per semester.
A student’s annual fee may vary in accordance with:
- the number of units studied per semester;
- the choice of major or specialisation; and
- elective units.
The University reviews fees annually.
Payment options
You should be able to concentrate on getting good marks instead of worrying about how you’ll pay your fees. We have a number of options that can help you ease the financial burden, including government assistance, scholarships and income support.
Scholarships
You could be eligible for one of our many scholarships that help students from across the university. Our scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit or equity and may assist You could be eligible for one of the hundreds of scholarships we award each year to help students from across the university with the cost of studying, accommodation or overseas study opportunities. Some of our scholarships are awarded on the basis of merit, but these aren’t just for the academically gifted; ACU also recognises excellence in community engagement and leadership. We also offer a range of scholarships for those who may be struggling financially or who have faced other barriers to accessing education.
How to apply
Domestic applicants
Deferment
Deferment is available for one year. Find out more about deferment: Deferment Information.
Staff Profile
Dr Mehdi Rajaeian
Lecturer in Information Technology, Peter Faber Business School
Dr Mehdi Rajaeian leads the Data Analytics stream in the Peter Faber Business School and teaches a variety of IT subjects such as Database Design, Data Analytics & Visualisation, Data Mining and Big Data. He is also engaged with industry through providing IT consultancy services. Dr Rajaeian has 15 years of academic work experience. Before his academic career Dr Rajaeian has worked in IT industry as System Analyst and IT Project Manager. His research interests include data analytics, decision support systems, IT Sourcing Strategies, Technology Adoption, and social and personal impacts of IT. Dr Rajaeian has completed a PhD in Information Systems at University of Southern Queensland, an MBA and a Bachelor of Industrial Engineering at Sharif University of Technology.
Dr Kewen Liao
Senior Lecturer – IT, Peter Faber Business School
Kewen Liao is currently a Senior Lecturer in Information Technology (IT) and Master of IT Coordinator in the Peter Faber Business School at Australian Catholic University (ACU). Previously, Dr. Liao was a Lecturer in Information Technology at Charles Darwin University (CDU) Sydney. Dr. Liao's research and teaching interests are data science and algorithms.
Dr. Liao was a Research Fellow in Data Analytics at Swinburne University of Technology (SUT) and a Postdoctoral Researcher in Big Data and Algorithms at The University of Melbourne (UoM). Dr. Liao has also worked as a Research and Development Engineer in Computer Vision and Machine Learning at Canon Information Systems Research Australia with a US patent.
Dr. Liao holds a PhD (with focus on algorithms) and a First Class Honours Bachelor (with focus on software engineering) both in Computer Science from The University of Adelaide (UoA). Dr. Liao did undergraduate exchange at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (UIUC), USA.
Testimonial
The Bachelor of IT is such a broad course that gives you an in-depth look at how the IT world works, revolving around python, java, cyber security, data basing and so much more. After already receiving offers for potential careers, it is clear that an IT degree is quite valuable in the industry. Getting to network with other IT students and bounce ideas off of each other in a class environment has greatly benefited my learning.
Studying at ACU is more than just your degree, turning up and going to events and meeting new people is what the university life is about. I have been involved in countless ACU activities which ACU has been more than happy to host for students such as campus activities and national events like GovHack. Free food at the track and the occasional free food trucks make turning up and hanging around the campus worth it.