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The University of Queensland (UQ)

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Bachelor of Information Technology

  • Bachelor

Gain the specialised skills and understanding so you can use your creativity and talent to succeed in highly competitive business and technology environments in a rapidly changing world.Select where you studied and your qualification to see the...

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time
Course Code
2230, 001952K
Intake Months
Feb, Aug
International Fees
$45,120 per year / $135,360 total

About this course

Set yourself up for any number of career options working with computers and information, and apply your technical skills to solve problems, support innovation and improve communication between people.

Topics covered in the Bachelor of Information Technology include accounting, economics, law, marketing, business and strategy, and you'll also learn about software engineering, design, mathematics, information systems. You'll benefit from a program developed through strong industry consultation that allows you to undertake projects, placements and internships with businesses, which can often lead to employment opportunities.

You can choose to complete one or two majors, or an extended major, with all topics relevant to computer hardware, software and user experience. You'll be taught by academics which the 2019 QS World University Rankings rate as the best in Queensland and in the top five in Australia.

Professional experience

Gain professional experience during a final year placement. You'll work on an industry-based project that builds on the knowledge and skills you've acquired during your studies and graduate with a network of industry contacts.

Study locations

St Lucia

What you will learn

Program highlights
  • Undertake a flexible project-focused degree that will provide you with the abilities and knowledge to shape the future of information communication technology.
  • Use courseware developed in close collaboration with UQ industry partners for a solid foundation in concepts relevant across the business world and technology-based industry.
  • Hone your business acumen and develop the talent to confidently lead people and projects no matter where your career takes you.

1 in Queensland for computer science and information systems

QS World University Rankings 2020

76 in the world for engineering and technology

QS World University Rankings 2020

Career pathways

Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Depending on which major you choose, here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

  • Experience designer
  • Software developer
  • Cyber security specialist
  • System architect
  • Software engineer
  • IT application specialist
  • Product designer
  • Data governance manager