Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology

• Develop vital skills in problem solving, designing artificial worlds and making ideas come to life while working on cutting-edge technology
• Study the foundations of computing and business, along with courses in cyber security, programming and project management
• Develop specialist skills in data management, and in developing and using information systems to solve business problems
• Build hands-on experience through a professional work integrated learning course
• Complete placements designed to get you job-ready
• Gain industry certification (Microsoft, ITS, Cisco and more) at no extra cost as you complete courses

We live in an ICT age: computers, smartphones and networks are used by everyone, everywhere, as an enabler and driver of innovation. There is great demand for graduates who understand computing technology and create innovative solutions to help people and benefit organisations.

Recommended study pattern

This program is offered full-time or equivalent part-time. Each study period, you have the choice to switch between full-time and part-time study. Full-time study is enrolling in three or more courses per study period, while part-time study is one or two courses per study period.

The recommended study pattern is subject to change based on study period of enrolment. To learn more about the courses you will undertake in this program please refer to program structure.

Program structure

Introductory courses (8) 96 units

• BUS104 Discovering Management
• DES105 Design Methods
• ICT110 Introduction to Data Science
• ICT112 Programming Fundamentals
• ICT115 Introduction to Systems Design
• ICT120 Computer Networks
• SEC100 Foundations of Computer Security
• SCI110 Science Research Methods

Developing courses (6) 72 units

• DES221 Introduction to Interactive Media
• DES222 Responsive Design and Wearable Technologies
• DIG202 Bringing Data to Life
• ENS253 Geographic Information Science and Technology
• ICT200 Systems Analysis and Design
• ICT211 Database Design

Graduate courses (5) 60 units

• ENG302 Engineering Project Management
• ICT320 Database Programming
• ICT342 ICT Industry Project
• ICT351 ICT Professional Practice
• SEC303 Device & Network Security

Elective courses (5) 60 units

Select 5 courses (60 units) from the undergraduate elective course options.

Program notes

The total number of units required to complete the program is 288 units.

The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified

Program structures are subject to change

Award requirements

To attain the award of Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology, students are required to

• Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
• Complete no more than 10 introductory level (100 coded) courses

Exit points

Diploma in Business Studies

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Indicative total fee $33,286

The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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• Completion of Year 12 or equivalent
• Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank: 50.00
• Recommended prior study: English; General Maths, Maths Methods or Specialist Maths

You may be eligible for a selection rank, which can help you get into university, If you:

• have completed Year 12 (no matter how long ago)
• have a TAFE/VET qualification
• have relevant work experience, or
• have studied at university before (even if you didn’t complete your studies)

UniSC accepts applications for multiple study periods throughout the year. These include Semester 1 applications which usually close in February, Semester 2 applications which usually close in July, as well as session-based and trimester-based study periods. As part of your application, UniSC will share information about the next available study period for this program.

If you've completed prior study or have relevant work experience, you may, under specified conditions, be eligible for credit towards your UniSC degree.