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- Develop advanced knowledge, and problem-solving and conceptual skills in a combination of research and advanced coursework units.
- Gain skills and techniques for later postgraduate research and professional career progression.
- Opportunity to enter the doctoral program.
- Complete in 1 year full-time.
Highlights
- Develop advanced knowledge, and problem-solving and conceptual skills in a combination of research and advanced coursework units.
- Gain skills and techniques for later postgraduate research and professional career progression.
- Opportunity to enter the doctoral program.
- Complete in 1 year full-time.
Why choose this course?
The primary aim of the Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) is to provide a strong and practical foundation both for research and professional employment. Advanced theory, professional training (where appropriate), and a research project that leads to a research paper or thesis are therefore incorporated within the course.
In addition to developing graduates' skills in knowledge and problem solving to an advanced level, the course aims to equip graduates with well-developed skills in lifelong learning and a strong commitment to professional and ethical practice.
Explore this course
The Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) program enables you to further develop expertise in specific areas of information technology and related disciplines. It also serves as a pathway to higher-degree research studies. Through this program, you will enhance your skills in a specific discipline and gain research abilities relevant to your field.
You will use analytical processes involving abstraction and modelling to solve complex problems and create new opportunities using information technology. Additionally, you will gain a deep understanding of the discipline and its impact on individuals, organizations, and society. Under the guidance of an experienced researcher, you will complete a project that demonstrates your advanced academic capabilities and culminates in the completion of an honours thesis.
Careers and outcomes
Information technology is essential for all business, industry, government, social, and personal aspects. Graduates of the honours program have the potential to reach the highest levels of their profession.
Graduates can pursue careers as web developers, database managers, network administrators, electronic commerce developers, data communications specialists, software engineers, systems programmers, computer scientists, systems analysts, or programmers.
Furthermore, graduates may advance into specialised positions such as chief technology officers, chief information officers, managers, executives, business analysts, and entrepreneurs. Those with this degree may also pursue careers in academia and research.
Professional recognition
Graduates of the Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) meet the knowledge requirement for admission to the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Research pathways
Students may be eligible to apply to the Doctor of Philosophy within the Faculty of Science.
Possible careers
- Computer game programmer
- Computer games developer
- Computer salesperson/marketer
- Computer scientist
- Computer systems engineer
- Network administrator
- Network manager
- Programmer
- Software engineer
- Systems analyst
- Systems programmer
- Technology transfer officer
- Web designer
Your actual fees may vary depending on which units you choose. We review fees annually, and they may be subject to increases.
2025 fees
2025: CSP $9,700 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2025 fees
2025: $41,900 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: CSP $9,000 per year full-time (96 credit points)
2024 fees
2024: $38,500 per year full-time (96 credit points)
Student services and amenities fees
You may need to pay student services and amenities (SA) fees as part of your course costs.
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