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Bachelor of Information Technology

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This course will prepare you for careers in the fields of information technology, IT management and cyber security. In your first year, you'll be introduced to concepts including programming, mathematics, networking, databases and computer security.

Key details

Degree Type

Bachelor

Duration

3 years full-time, 6 years part-time

Course Code

U67, 052093D

Domestic Fees

$8,400 per year / $25,200 total

International Fees

$40,100 per year / $120,300 total

About this course

This course will prepare you for careers in the fields of information technology, IT management and cyber security.

In your first year, you'll be introduced to concepts including programming, mathematics, networking, databases and computer security. You'll then develop advanced skills in IT that include web development, data management and visualisation in an enterprise context, IT security management and project management. You'll also tackle complex IT projects - either with peers or on your own.

Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) level

This course has been accredited by ECU as an AQF Level 7 Bachelor Degree Award.

Entry requirements

Admission requirements you'll need to meet for this course.

All applicants must meet the academic admission requirements for this course. The indicative or guaranteed ATAR is as published (where applicable) or academic admission requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- AQF Cert IV;
- Successfully completed 0.25 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent);
- Undergraduate Certificate;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- University Preparation Course;*
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment; or*
- Experience Based Entry Scheme.*
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

For international students, requirements include your secondary school results.
English competency requirements may be satisfied through completion of one of the following:
- Year 12 English ATAR/English Literature ATAR grade C or better or equivalent;
- Special Tertiary Admissions Test;*
- IELTS Academic Overall band minimum score of 6.0 (no individual band less than 6.0);
- Successfully completed 1.0 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher in the UK, Ireland, USA, NZ or Canada;
- University Preparation Course;
- Indigenous University Orientation Course;*
- Aboriginal University Readiness Assessment;*
- AQF Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree;
- Successfully completed 0.375 EFTSL of study at bachelor level or higher at an Australian higher education provider (or equivalent); or
- Other tests, courses or programs defined on the English Proficiency Bands page.
* Further information can be found on the Study course entry page.

Study locations

Joondalup

What you will learn

Apply broad knowledge of concepts, principles and techniques in the discipline of information technology, including management, processing and communication of data.
Interpret and analyse complex information technology problems using systems thinking, design thinking and systems analysis.
Apply discipline knowledge, problem solving and creative thinking skills to anticipate challenges and produce solutions to contemporary IT problems.
Demonstrate technological literacy by finding, evaluating and using relevant tools and information from a range of sources.
Communicate IT knowledge and ideas clearly and coherently to technical and non-technical audiences.
Apply an understanding of diversity and a global outlook, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders perspectives, when designing information systems.
Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative on complex IT projects with consideration of professional ethics.
Demonstrate autonomous and ongoing learning in the discipline of Information technology to ensure continued relevance of skills and knowledge.

Apply broad knowledge of concepts, principles and techniques in the discipline of information technology, including management, processing and communication of data.
Interpret and analyse complex information technology problems using systems thinking, design thinking and systems analysis.
Apply discipline knowledge, problem solving and creative thinking skills to anticipate challenges and produce solutions to contemporary IT problems.
Demonstrate technological literacy by finding, evaluating and using relevant tools and information from a range of sources.
Communicate IT knowledge and ideas clearly and coherently to technical and non-technical audiences.
Apply an understanding of diversity and a global outlook, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders perspectives, when designing information systems.
Work collaboratively and demonstrate initiative on complex IT projects with consideration of professional ethics.
Demonstrate autonomous and ongoing learning in the discipline of Information technology to ensure continued relevance of skills and knowledge.

Career pathways

This course prepares graduates for a range of careers via practical experience in analysing and solving real world problems in information technology and related disciplines, underpinned by strong theoretical concept knowledge. Over the course of the degree students have the opportunity to undertake international study tours, work integrated learning experience and internships in their chosen field.

Possible future job titles

Computer Support Officer, Systems Analyst, IT Consultant, Systems Administrator, Software Support Officer, Project Manager, Systems Integrator, Data Analyst

Courses you can consider if you are interested in progressing further in this area.

Bachelor of Computing and Security Honours

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Computing & Information Systems courses at Edith Cowan University (ECU).

75%

Overall satisfaction

82.7%

Skill scale

56.8%

Teaching scale

68.5%

Employed full-time

$68.7k

Average salary

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