Bachelor of Information Technology (Network Design and Management)

Information Technology experts create or manage computer-based applications, systems and networks. Build your knowledge across underlying sciences, IT, engineering and mathematical methodologies when you study a Bachelor of Information Technology at UOW.

You will study the fundamentals of computer science and IT: programming, problem-solving, network and communications, web technology, data management, system analysis, human-computer interaction, and project management.

The Bachelor of Information Technology provides foundation knowledge of organisational areas in IT, from: database management, programming, information systems analysis and design, communications and networks, security, project management, web-based technology, and professional practice in IT.

You can specialise in a major by choosing one or more of the following majors:

• Network design and management (Wollongong and Liverpool)
• Web design and development (Wollongong campus only)

Network Design and Management (major)

• Develop the skills necessary to build or manage networks, supporting and equipping organisations. Network designers enable governments and businesses to share data and applications to achieve greater strategic advantage through, for example, the use of social media and cloud computing. IT networks provide the latest information and a place of digital connection for people. By studying network design and management you will develop the skills necessary to build or manage networks to support businesses and governments in a competitive global market.
• In this major you will complete a final-year capstone team project. You can also choose to study a double degree with law, or business administration, providing broad experience of technology using various industry products such as Microsoft, Apple, Oracle, SAP and Cisco.

Careers

• Business Analyst
• Information Systems Specialist
• IT Application Analyst
• IT Support
• Security Engineer
• Software Engineer
• Systems Administrator
• Systems Analyst
• Systems Engineer
• Web Developer

Accreditation & professional recognition

• The Bachelor of Information Technology is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting requirements for membership at a 'Professional' level.