Bachelor of Information Technology – University of Canberra

Bachelor's Degree Information Technology Full Time

Bachelor of Information Technology

at University of Canberra · Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

CRICOS course code

019936G

CRICOS provider code

00212K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

3 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$114,000 total

Per year

A$38,000/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Information Technology at the University of Canberra is a three-year degree that introduces students to the essential fields of computing and IT. Through a mixture of lectures, hands-on labs and group projects, students gain practical experience in programming, systems analysis, networks, databases, and project management. The structure follows a semester-based calendar with students completing core and elective units of study, each contributing to the required credit points for graduation.

Students have the chance to tailor their studies with electives in areas like cybersecurity, software development, business analysis, or emerging technologies. A capstone project in the final year challenges students to work on real-world problems, often linked to Canberra’s government and tech industry partners. In some cases, students may also take on professional placements, gaining valuable workplace experience and industry contacts before they graduate.

This course suits those who enjoy logical problem-solving and are interested in how technology underpins many sectors. Students coming from Australia or overseas will benefit from UC's proximity to the nation’s government agencies and growing tech sector, opening doors for networking and future employment. Skills gained are practical and relevant to Australian employers: coding, system implementation, software design, and IT project coordination. International students should check English language requirements and refer to the official website for detailed entry criteria.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Software developer or programmer in technology firms or government agencies
IT support analyst or systems administrator in public and private sectors
Business analyst for consultancies or large organisations
Network administrator in corporate or education settings
Database administrator in health, finance, or government
Project coordinator within the Australian IT industry
Graduates may be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Information Technology at University of Canberra?

It typically takes 3 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$114,000 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Software developer or programmer in technology firms or government agenciesIT support analyst or systems administrator in public and private sectorsBusiness analyst for consultancies or large organisationsNetwork administrator in corporate or education settingsDatabase administra...

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