Bachelor of Information Technology

If you love the idea of a career in computing, artificial intelligence and machine learning, software development, games and game engine development, virtual and augmented reality or information systems, this is the qualification you need.

Designed by world-class academics in close consultation with industry advisors, this course offers you an excellent step toward launching your career.

In this course, you will learn to solve complex real-world IT problems and you will explore the theory, methods and systems used in the information technology industry, from mobile apps and virtual reality, artificial intelligence and machine learning, practical software engineering to corporate website architecture and global information systems.

You can choose a double major within this IT course or combine this course with another major or degree to specialise in two areas of study, giving you a competitive edge. For example, you might choose to add a business or a law degree to this Bachelor of Information Technology degree. The course structure would enable you to acquire strong analytical, research, design and technology skills combined with a very strong background in software design and programming.

As a Murdoch student, you'll have access to great scholarships like the $15,000 Westpac Young Technologists Scholarship Program, which can lead to networking opportunities with industry professionals and career opportunities before you graduate.

3 reasons to study Information Technology at Murdoch

1. Study a course designed in collaboration with our industry advisors and clients, at a university rated five-star for learning resources, student support and teaching quality for computing and information technology by the Good Universities Guide, 2024.
2. Get competitive in our Esports Gaming Hub (the first of its kind on a university campus in WA!), and get industry-ready in our IT Innovation Hub, which includes a networking and gaming facility, a mixed and augmented reality studio, cyber security and networking labs.
3. Learn from information technology experts and industry advisors as they share their experiences and insights, while also having the opportunity to take on real clients through our project-based units.

What you'll learn

Build the knowledge and skills you need to meet your career or study goals. Here are some of the things you'll learn:

• Real-life multi-disciplinary problems
• Systematic approaches to solving complex problems using creative thinking and technical methods
• Collecting, analysing and interpreting information and communicating it effectively
• Skills needed to lead a team, work as part of a team or work individually
• Ethics of information technology and how they apply in both personal and professional settings

Your future career

With a Bachelor of Information Technology, you could find work with government agencies, non-governmental organisations (known as NGOs), not-for-profit organisations, and various industry sectors like: consultancies; games; resources and mining; legal, banking and financials; health; education; simulations including vehicle simulations; aerospace, defence and security. There are opportunities in practically every industry or sector, in roles such as:

• Software Developer
• Programmer
• Data Analyst
• AI expert
• Software Engineer
• Games and Game Engine Designer and Developer
• Cyber Security Professional
• Business Analyst
• Software Tester
• Systems Designer
• Network Manager
• Information Systems Manager
• Consultant

For further admission information about this course, please view our admission information: Murdoch Admission Information - Science

Professional accreditation

The Australian Computer Society (ACS) has accredited the following programs at the Professional level:

• Bachelor of Information Technology (Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems) [MJ-AIA]
• Bachelor of Information Technology (Business Information Systems) [MJ-BUIS]
• Bachelor of Information Technology (Computer Science) [MJ-CMSC]
• Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber Security and Forensics) [MJ-CSF]
• Bachelor of Information Technology (Games Technology) [MJ-GT ]
• Bachelor of Information Technology (Internetworking and Network Security) [MJ-INS]
• Bachelor of Information Technology (Mobile and Web Application Development) [MJ-MAWAD]

Professional recognition

Graduates of this course are eligible to apply for membership of Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the Professional level.

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:

• Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study)
• ATAR results (if available)
• STAT results (if applicable)
• Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
• School leavers applying for an Early Offer submit their Year 11 and 12 most recent high school report via TISC

Recommended documents (if applicable)

1. Change of name documentation
2. Marriage certificate
3. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing

Your document checklist

Ready to apply? Before you start, make sure you have all the following documentation ready for a quick application.

Compulsory documents

1. Evidence that you meet Academic entry and English language requirements such as:
   • Official Academic Transcripts and Certificates of Completion (of your highest academic study) both original and English translated versions.
   • Evidence of meeting the minimum English language requirements
2. GTE documents (if applicable) - Check the GTE requirements page for further information
   • GTE Form 2
   • Personal Statement (SOP)
   • Up to date Curriculum Vitae
3. A copy of your Passport

Recommended documents

1. A copy of your visa documents (if available)
2. A copy of any past visa rejection documents (if applicable)
3. Packaged offer letter (if applicable)
4. Sponsorship documents if you study will be sponsored
5. Unit outlines if applying for Advanced Standing