Bachelor of Information Technology

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Duration

3 years full-time, 6 years part-time

Location

Brisbane

Next start term

Term 1, 2026

Internship

Yes

Study mode

On Campus, Online

Course code

CQ18

CRICOS

003401C

First-year fee

A$36,720 (2026 Indicative)

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Overview

Kickstart your IT career with our Bachelor of Information Technology and benefit from real-world experience and the support of our experienced course leaders. Develop in-demand industry skills valued by employers through authentic learning experiences. Accredited by the Australian Computer Society and designed in consultation with industry, you can choose to major in Application Development, Business Analysis, or Cyber Security. Customise your studies further with a wide range of minors, offering depth in complementary disciplines and aligning with emerging IT fields to align with your career aspirations.

Within this highly practical degree, you'll develop a broad foundation of IT knowledge and skills, plus gain access to work-integrated learning opportunities that prepare you for a successful IT career. Designed with input from our industry partners, benefit from innovative, up-to-date and industry-relevant units, as well as in-built practical experiences.

During your studies, your core units will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of key IT and computer-based systems areas. From your second term, you will begin to study units from your chosen major. You also have the choice of a minor that complements your major and career aspirations which reflect emerging fields and industry demands within the IT sector are available.

Decide what suits you with either a project or internship in your final year. If you choose the capstone project unit, you'll enhance your collaboration skills in the production of project management artefacts typically required of a small-scale commercial project appropriate to your major. Alternatively, the internship allows you to gain real-world experience before you graduate and multiply your professional networks.

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Study Experience

Authentic Learning Experiences
Industry Accredited
Industry Relevant
Internships
Real-world Learning Facilities
Seamless Pathways

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Studying IT is essential as everything becomes digitalised. CQU offers unique support, from its internship program to a strong emphasis on practical learning. My goal is to become a computer programmer, and I’m excited to leverage the opportunities at CQU to achieve my aspirations.
Daler Abdukarimov
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The course offers work integrated learning, such as a placement internship which actually provides you with experience of what to expect in the workplace, which is really good for students.
Aronel Buncayo
Bachelor of Information Technology (Co-op) | Philippines
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CQU helped me to become the person I am today, someone who is proud to hold a bachelor's degree. CQU provided excellent tutors who guided us through our courses and any difficulties we encountered. The international support team was always willing to help.
Tinashe Paul Songore
Bachelor of Information and Technology (Cyber Security) | Zimbabwe

Career Opportunities

On completion of the Bachelor of Information Technology you will be qualified to work in both public and private sectors and in roles such as:

application programmer
analyst programmer
database administrator
ICT customer support technician
ICT support engineer
ICT support technician
information technology project manager
network administrator
security analyst
systems administrator
systems analyst
web developer.

Structure & Availability

The course structure and available locations can change depending on when you want to study. You can choose the intake that best suits you in the drop-down menu below.

Intakes

Available Locations

Your Course

You must complete 23 units (144 credits):

1
The core structure (8 units)
2
One seven-unit major
3
One four-unit minor
4
Four elective units

Unit Details

The units you'll study are listed below. Click on a unit to learn more.

Additional Information

Internships and Placements

Undergraduate ICT Internship - COIT13239

Students will complete an industry internship, typically comprising 32 hours per week over a period of 10 consecutive weeks, with an approved host organisation. This provides a structured work-integrated learning experience that supports the development of professional skills in real-world settings.

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Students have the option to undertake capstone units instead, which involve industry-based projects, allowing them to apply disciplinary knowledge to authentic workplace challenges.

Professional Recognition

Learned Society - Australian Computer Society

Cyber Security Major

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Cyber Security) is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the professional level.
https://www.acs.org.au/cpd-education/accredited-courses.html

Learned Society - Australian Computer Society

Business Analysis Major

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Business Analysis) is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the professional level.
https://www.acs.org.au/cpd-education/accredited-courses.html

Learned Society - Australian Computer Society

Application Development Major

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Application Development) is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at the professional level.
https://www.acs.org.au/cpd-education/accredited-courses.html

Credit Transfer

If you have already completed a study relevant to the course you have enrolled in, you may be eligible for credit transfer.

Requirements

To Be Eligible

For your application to be considered, you must meet the following entry requirements.

During Your Study

While not needed to apply, you'll need to meet the following requirements throughout your studies.

Fees & Scholarships

Intakes

Course Fees

This is an approximate cost of enrolling in this course, shown in Australian dollars (A$), for one academic year and is based on a full-time study load (8 units over 2 terms).

Your actual fees may vary, depending on the units that you select to study and your study load. Fees are reviewed each year and are subject to change.

International Course Fees

Scholarships

We offer a range of scholarships to support international students. Our merit scholarships are awarded to high-achieving students based on academic excellence and provide course fee reductions ranging from 15% to 25%.

We also have region-specific scholarships for students from selected regions, offering a 25% reduction in course fees.

You don’t need to submit a separate application for scholarships funded by the University. We automatically assess all eligible students for the best available scholarship when you apply for your course.

Browse our scholarships.

Additional costs

In addition to your course fees, you must have sufficient funds to cover other study and living expenses. These may include visa application fees, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC), textbooks and learning materials, checks and certifications, living expenses and more.

How to Apply

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