Bachelor of Information Technology

Graduates of the Bachelor of Information Technology will have a broad and coherent body of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) knowledge, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines as a basis for independent lifelong learning.

The categories of the ICT core body of knowledge (CBOK) (as defined by the Australian Computer Society) are:

1. ICT problem solving. This is the knowledge of how to use modelling methods and processes to understand problems, handle abstraction and design solutions
2. Professional knowledge. This includes ethics, professionalism, teamwork concepts and issues, interpersonal communication, societal issues/legal issues/privacy, history and status of discipline
3. Technology building. This includes programming, human-computer interaction, systems development, and systems acquisition
4. Technology resources. This includes hardware and software fundamentals, data and information management, and networking
5. Services management. This includes service management, and security management
6. Outcome management. This includes IT governance, IT project management, change management, and security policy

Ignite your future by harnessing cutting-edge technology that drives innovation and opens doors to exciting career opportunities. With this degree, you'll achieve a high level of core IT technical knowledge and a major specialisation, ensuring you're prepared for a career across a vast number of roles in this constantly expanding industry.

You'll learn in purpose-built, industry-leading facilities crafted to reflect genuine workplaces. From our Big Data Visualisation and Cisco Networking Labs to our virtual and augmented reality, gamification and robotics labs, as well as our new Cyber Range, you will have ample opportunity to enhance your learning through cutting-edge technology to graduate industry ready.

You'll learn from world-class researchers and lecturers who have used satellites to detect bushfires from space, worked with government to protect national cyber assets, and predicted the outcome of federal elections using big data.

Industry and expert connections

What makes our IT degree stand out is the opportunity to put what you learn in the classroom into practice through industry experience. From working in start-ups to large corporations, these opportunities are often a stepping-stone into future employment. You may have the opportunity for paid industry experience through our App Factory, where students work with real clients to develop apps to meet their business needs.

We also have a wide range of industry contacts and partnerships that help you build your professional network. Our Industry Advisory Board, which includes members such as IBM and Suncorp, ensures that our degree is focused on what employers are looking for and provides our students opportunities to meet and learn from industry-leading professionals.

Graduate outcomes

Depending on your major, you may find a job as a systems analyst, business analyst, software developer, database administrator, systems administrator, network and security administrator, network architect, technical writer, web developer, app developer, game developer, computer engineer, educator or researcher. You'll be prepared for a career in commerce, industry, corporate IT, government or private consulting.

Majors

• Information Systems and Business Analysis
• Networks and Cyber Security
• Software Development
• Data Analytics and IoT (Internet of Things)

Flexibility

Take control of your time - This degree has intakes in Trimester 1, 2 and 3. So, whenever you're ready to study, we're ready to get you started.

Global Mobility

An array of inspiring overseas study opportunities, ranging from a few weeks to a year, are available for students in this degree.

Recommended study pattern

As a guide, core subjects in this degree can include:

• Foundations of Systems Development 
• Creative Coding 
• Information Systems Foundations
• Language and Communication for Sciences 

Plus there’s a selection of majors and electives to choose from. As part of your application, you’ll be guided through how to get the right degree structure in place for you.

Award requirements

For the award of Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT), you must successfully

Complete 240 credit points comprising:

• 100 credit points for Core Module, and
• 60 credit points for one Major from Major Module, and
• 80 credit points for Flexible Module

You must also ensure that

• Selected courses must include at most 100 credit points at level 1.
• Selected courses must include at least 60 credit points at level 3 or higher.

This degree may be awarded with Distinction where a student achieves a minimum program GPA of 6.5 with no failed courses. The words "This award was achieved with Distinction" will be recorded on the testamur.

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Indicative total fee $30,000

The amounts shown here are 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.

With a network of campuses spanning three cities in South East Queensland, Griffith University is committed to progressive multidisciplinary teaching and research and a valuable online provider with Open Universities Australia. Already attracting students from over one hundred countries, Griffith's dedication to academic excellence is available across Australia through OUA.

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VET qualification: Certificate III

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

• A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
• OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
• OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
• OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
• OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
• OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.

English test results must be no more than two years old.

Applicants should refer to the following University procedure for further information:

• Admission Procedure

International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree.

The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students.

If you do not meet the University's specified English language requirements, you may wish to contact the Griffith English Language Institute to increase your eligibility for entering a Griffith University program. This Institute offers a number of English language and other courses at both its Brisbane and Gold Coast branches.

Reduce the time it takes to finish your degree. You can apply to Griffith to recognise your prior learning, including: 

• Formal learning through courses completed at uni and TAFE. 
• Informal learning through workplace experience or volunteer training. 
• Non-formal learning through social experiences and hobbies.