Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology

With a focus on providing you with the skills to compete for employment in the ICT industry globally, a Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology (BICT) gives you the knowledge and ability to stand out in the constantly changing technology landscape.

This is a specialist degree with both a theoretical and practical focus, developing technological understanding and skills that are in high demand world-wide, plus builds project management and other business soft-skills that make you an ICT professional.

You'll develop knowledge and capabilities in communication, design, development and management and learn what it takes to implement and integrate ICT within an organisation. You will also complete a hands-on project that gives you real-world experience before you even start your career.

You will graduate with the skills and knowledge to grow into leadership positions; the drive to act on entrepreneurial ambition; and the confidence to pursue research and graduate studies.

Catalyst Program

• Want to combine your degree with overseas trips, summer research programs, scholarships and special events? Our Catalyst Program offers domestic high achieving school leavers all this and more.
• All domestic students with an ATAR of 90 or greater, enrolled in a range of STEM courses will be awarded a $3,000 Catalyst Scholarship. Across the program students can access scholarships of up to $14,500 in value, and gain experience that will make you stand out in your chosen field. 

Join our webinar (International students)

• In this session, the course coordinators for both the Bachelor of ICT and the Master of ICT will discuss how these degrees will give your students a high level of technical expertise to enable them to succeed as an information technology or systems professional in any industry.

Course objectives

• This degree offers core knowledge and specialist units across the complete spectrum of computing and information technology. They range from non-technical areas such as the nature of information and the organisational need for ICT; to the hardware, software, network and creative technologies used to satisfy these needs; to the communication, design, development and management skills needed to create and implement ICT components.
• In addition, you will be provided with the organisational skills needed to work within a business environment, including working as a team and independently; developing user-centred solutions; communicating effectively; problem-solving; community and social awareness; professional conduct; and industry best practice.

Learning outcomes

• Communicate to a range of stakeholders in ICT professional practice with the ability to display initiative and competence when working alone or as part of a team.
• Manage data, information, and knowledge securely by selecting, adapting, and applying ICT processes, techniques, and tools.
• Analyse and evaluate the efficacy of ICT cognisant of economic, social, legal, and ethical factors and the consequences for individuals, organisations, and society.
• Apply ICT principles, processes, tools, and techniques using best practice ICT industry standards and adhering to codes of professional conduct.
• Construct efficient solutions in an area of specialisation through determining the requirements and exercising computational, creative, and critical thinking.

Work placement

• You will also have the option of undertaking an elective unit at the end of your second year to do a six week industry placement, providing you with industry experience in your chosen ICT field. Our close connections with Tasmania's vibrant and dynamic ICT industry means there are opportunities across a wide spectrum of ICT companies, plus ICT roles in other organisations.

Career outcomes

• Information and Communication Technology is a core function of industries all over the world. It contributes to everything from maintaining a company’s daily operations, to eScience, productivity gains, innovation, expansion, and job growth. This gives you truly global job opportunities, allowing you to forge a great career wherever your interests take you.
• This is a career that rewards professionals who can take initiative and work independently, and rewards those who can multi-task and adapt. It is great for people who like to lead, as well as those who like operating in a team environment.

Career Opportunities with ICT

• Graduates often enter technical positions, such as software programmer, network administrator, systems or business analyst, and web design/development. These allow you to apply your skills and knowledge while building on the industry experience already gained from your time studying with us.
• Technical roles progress to management and leadership positions, typically with 3-5 years’ experience, setting you up in a career for life that goes wherever you want it to. These include project management, business analyst, testing/network/systems manager, database administrator, security specialist, and much more.
• Whether it's designing apps or websites, running virtual reality tours, building the latest gaming sensation, or working at a bank leading advancement in cyber security, a career in Information and Communication Technology will set you up for life.
• Careers relating to technology are growing, with employers demanding technical expertise across a wide variety of different industries. Here are some of the top jobs projected to grow in the next five years.