Bachelor of Information Technology

at Australian National University

Program Structure:

The Bachelor of Information Technology requires completion of 144 units, of which:
 

A maximum of 60 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses
 

The 144 units must include:
 

A minimum of 96 units from completion of courses from the following lists:
 

30 units from the completion of the following compulsory courses:

• COMP1600 Foundations of Computing
• COMP2100 Software Design Methodologies
• COMP2300 Computer Organisation and Program Execution
• COMP2420 Introduction to Data Management, Analysis and Security
• MATH1005 Discrete Mathematical Models
   

6 units from completion of course from the following list:

• COMP1100 Programming as Problem Solving
• COMP1130 Programming as Problem Solving (Advanced)
   

6 units from completion of course from the following list:

• COMP1110 Structured Programming
• COMP1140 Structured Programming (Advanced)
   

24 units from completion of a 3000- and 4000-level courses from the following subject areas:

• COMP Computer Science
• INFS Information Systems, only if completing the Information Systems major
   

A minimum of 12 units and a maximum of 30 units from completion of further courses from the following subject areas:

• COMP Computer Science
• INFS Information Systems, only if completing the Information Systems major
   

A maximum of 6 units from completion of courses from the following list:

• MATH1013 Mathematics and Applications 1
• MATH1014 Mathematics and Applications 2
• MATH1115 Advanced Mathematics and Applications 1
• MATH1116 Advanced Mathematics and Applications 2
• MATH2301 Games, Graphs and Machines
• STAT1003 Statistical Techniques
• STAT1008 Quantitative Research Methods
   

A maximum of 12 units from completion of courses from the following list:

• ENGN1211 Discovering Engineering
• VCUG2002 Leadership and Influence in a Complex World
• VCUG2004 Creating Impact
• VCUG3001 Unravelling Complexity

48 units from completion of elective courses offered by ANU
 

Majors

• Advanced Intelligent Systems
• Computer Systems
• Cyber Security
• Data Science
• Information Systems
• Intelligent Systems
• Software Development

Minors

• Computer Science Foundations
• Computing & Mathematical Foundations
• IT in New Media
• Specialisations
• Computer Systems

Elective Study
Once you have met the program requirements of your degree, you may have enough electives to complete an additional elective major, minor or specialisation.

Admission Requirements

At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not guarantee entry into the program.

In line with the university's admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, English language proficiency and diversity factors.

The University reserves the right to alter or discontinue its programs and change admission requirements as needed.
 

International applicants

Applicants who complete a recognised secondary/senior secondary/post-secondary/tertiary sequence of study will be assessed on the basis of an equivalent selection rank that is calculated upon application. A list of commonly observed international qualifications and corresponding admission requirements can be found here. Applicants must also meet any program specific requirements that are listed below.
 

Diversity factors & English language proficiency  
As Australia's national university, ANU is global representative of Australian research and education. ANU endeavours to recruit and maintain a diverse and deliberate student cohort representative not only of Australia, but the world. In order to achieve these outcomes, competitive ranking of applicants may be adjusted to ensure access to ANU is a reality for brilliant students from countries across the globe. If required, competitive ranking may further be confirmed on the basis of demonstrating higher-level English language proficiency.
 

Adjustment Factors

Adjustment factors are additional points added to an applicant's Selection Rank (for example an applicant's ATAR). ANU offers adjustment factors based on performance and equity principles, such as for high achievement in nationally strategic senior secondary subjects and for recognition of difficult circumstances that students face in their studies. 
 

Selection Rank adjustments are granted in accordance with the approved schedules, and no more than 15 (maximum 5 subject/performance-based adjustment factors and maximum 10 equity-based adjustment factors) can be awarded. 
 

You may be considered for adjustment factors if you have:

• applied for an eligible ANU Bachelor degree program
• undertaken Australian Year 12 or the International Baccalaureate
• achieved an ATAR or equivalent at or above 70
• not previously attempted tertiary study.

The annual indicative fee provides an estimate of the program tuition fees for international students and domestic students (where applicable). The annual indicative fee for a program is based on the standard full-time enrolment load of 48 units per year (unless the program duration is less than 48 units). Fees for courses vary by discipline meaning that the fees for a program can vary depending on the courses selected. Course fees are reviewed on an annual basis and typically will increase from year to year. The tuition fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and the courses selected and are subject to increase during the period of study.
 

Annual indicative fee for international students

$48,803.00

Employment Opportunities

All large and small organisations, both public and private, need people to work on their IT systems, or want staff with other professional training who have advanced IT skills.

IT students typically work as programmers, network administrators/managers, systems or business analysts, and web designers/developers. Rewarding career opportunities in technology and management are available to students with this degree plus 3 - 5 years work experience.

The career options for combined degree students are wide and varied with IT skills adding a real competitive advantage.
 

All students who complete the B Information Technology degree are eligible for professional membership of the Australian Computer Society provided they complete a major in Information Systems or Software Development.