Bachelor of Information Technology

Our Bachelor of Information Technology is co-designed with industry to prepare you for a career in the ICT industry. Cover programming, software engineering, networks and databases, human-centred design, smart technologies and cloud architecture, and use technical and creative skills with 4.0-era technology to design IT solutions.

Throughout the course, you’ll learn how to solve and propose innovative solutions to complex and highly technical problems. You’ll cover foundational studies in programming, software engineering, network and database systems, and human-centred design, as well as topics in smart industry technologies, enterprise computing and cloud architectures. A choice of elective subjects, including software development, data analytics, artificial intelligence, web development and UX, game programming and cybersecurity, allows you to tailor the course to your interests. You will also have the opportunity to undertake work experience, which lets you apply your learnings and further prepare for entry into the workforce.

This course has been co-developed with industry-leading ICT practitioners and academics, and is structured to align with the guidelines of the Australian Computer Society.

Learning outcomes and Work-Integrated Learning

• Demonstrate a cohesive and coherent understanding of IT concepts and technologies in solving complex industry problems.
• Evaluate and select appropriate technology and design methodologies for the implementation of IT solutions.
• Synthesise cognitive, technical and creative skills to design and develop inventive IT solutions for complex industry applications.
• Communicate IT services and solutions to a diverse audience, ensuring they meet system and user needs.
• Apply sound judgment, effective management, and collaborative skills in a professional IT context.
• Demonstrate core professional obligations, ethics and social responsibilities in a professional IT context.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging IT technologies to deliver creative and human-centric IT solutions.
• Undertake 192 hours of experience by completing an internship or working on a live brief.

Complimentary ACS membership 
Students studying Information Technology courses at Torrens University are eligible for a complimentary ACS student membership. ACS is the largest professional association for Australia's tech sector with members from across business, government and education. 

Career opportunities

• Successfully completing a Bachelor of Information Technology prepares you to seek professional level employment in roles within the IT and software industries.

Potential career paths

• Solutions Architect
• Network Designer
• Data Engineer
• Software Developer

Year 1
Requirements

• Complete seven core subjects. Additionally, you're required to select one elective from the electives tab.

Core subjects

• Computer Architecture and Operating Systems | CAO107
• Introduction to Programming | ITP122
• Foundations of Information Systems | MIS100
• Data and Networking | MIS102
• Introduction to Software Engineering | ISE102
• Introduction to Cloud Computing | ICC104
• Interaction Design | DIG103A

Year 2
Core subjects

• Networking and Database Systems | NDS203
• Human-Centred Design | HCD206
• IT Professional Practices | IPP221
• Creative Enterprises | CEN207
• Introduction to Data Science | IDS201
• Project Based Learning Studio: Technology | PBT205
• Secure By Design | SBD303

Year 3
Requirements

• Complete four core subjects. Additionally, you're required to select two electives from the electives tab.

Core subjects

• Cloud Architecture | CLA321
• Enterprise Computing Systems | ECS323
• Smart Industry Applications | SIA322
• Advanced Technology - Work Integrated Learning | ATW306

Electives
Requirements

• Choose four electives from a specialist elective bank. You can choose from Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Game Programming, Software Development, or Web or App Development and UX.

Elective subjects

• Algorithms and Data Structures | ADS103
• Business Information Systems | COMR2002
• Ethics and Sustainability | MGT301A
• Inspiration to Implementation | CDT301A
• Probabilities and Statistics | PST107
• Classification and Regression | CLR204
• Data Mining and Visualisation | DMV302
• Organisational Creativity & Innovation | BIZ301
• Concepts in Artificial Intelligence | CAI104
• Applications of Artificial Intelligence | AAI202
• Machine Learning Principles | MLP301
• Deep Learning | DLE305
• JavaScript Fundamentals | JSF100
• UX Fundamentals | UXF200
• Social Enterprise | SEN301
• Advanced UX Applications | AUX300
• 2D Game Programming | GPR103
• Artificial Intelligence and Physics for Games | AIP201
• Rapid Game Prototype | RGP204
• Game Development PlayStation | GDP204
• Cybersecurity Principles | CBS131
• Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing | EPT232
• Digital Forensic | DGF333
• Enterprise Cybersecurity Governance and Applications | ECG334

Study pathways

• Torrens University offers undergraduate and postgraduate students with flexible entry options and study pathways. Whether you prefer a full program or a modular approach, we can tailor your studies to your needs. Start your journey with an undergraduate diploma or bachelor degree, or grow your career with a postgraduate qualification.