Bachelor of Information Technology

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of Australian Year 12, or overseas equivalent

English language requirement

Overall Academic IELTS band score of 6.0, with no band less than 5.5, or equivalent.

TOEFL iBT: 60-78 with minimum Reading 13 Listening 12,Speaking 18, Writing 21

Pearson: 50 (no band score less than 50)

Cambridge: 169 with no band less than 169

Course Details

Our newly restructured Information Technology degree gives you the flexibility to complete stand-alone core subjects along with an in-depth specialisation of your choice. You may also enrol in electives from across the university, complementing your IT studies to tailor your own unique study plan. Throughout the program, you will develop strong communication, academic, programming and problem-solving skills – critical attributes for success in the IT sector. Your acquired skills will help you facilitate smooth communication with software developers in web design, systems modelling and user experience. The Federation University Co-operative Model will accelerate your career by putting you at the heart of education and industry. Federation Co-op creates a direct connection between students and employers, via paid placements, career preparation and workplace skill development, supported by a leader in student support, skills development and social equity.

This course holds Professional Level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Pathways/Alternative Entry

If you are seeking alternate entry into the Bachelor of Information Technology (Networking and Security) you can consider applying for the following programs: Diploma of Information Technology, Diploma of Digital Media Technologies, Foundation Access Studies Program (FAST) Program - designed to provide you an alternate entry into tertiary study. Enrol in single units (courses): ITECH1101 IT Problem Solving (Semester 1) and ITECH1103 Big Data And Analytics (Semester 2). Re-apply with credit to the Bachelor of Information Technology for the next semester. Students can progress to the Bachelor of Science (Honours) as a prelude to a higher degree in research or a professional qualification. Diploma of Information Technology (Higher Education)

Career Opportunities

Career opportunities include: Applications Developer; IT Consultant; Integration Analyst; Computer Engineer; Multimedia Application Developer; Multimedia Developer; Network Engineer; Network Manager; Programmer; Software Engineer; Support Officer; Systems Administrator; Systems Analyst; Systems Designer; Systems Manager; Team Leader; Training Officer; Web Designer; Business Intelligence Officer; Communications Officer; Database Administrator Developer; Computer Systems Engineer; Data Warehouse Administrator; Hardware Technician.