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Course Overview
Apply digital systems in organisations to solve real-world challenges. Information Technology focuses on how digital systems are implemented, managed and improved in real organisations. You’ll learn how technology supports businesses, government and communities across every sector.
As artificial intelligence, cloud computing and cyber security continue to expand, demand is growing for graduates with strong technical skills. You’ll learn to translate technology into practical solutions. Develop skills in programming, data analytics and systems design. Graduate ready to deliver technology that makes an impact. Develop core skills within information technology, such as building software that uses complex databases and sophisticated web interfaces suitable for a whole range of applications – from the corporate office to the mobile phone. This major focuses on learning the skills needed to design, develop, and test new systems and apps. Study courses in web programming, game design, mobile app development and the digital economy. This major focuses on learning the skills needed to analyse, design, and implement technology solutions aligned with organisational goals. Students develop expertise in eliciting business requirements, translating stakeholder needs into technical specifications, and applying data-driven decision-making. Study courses in big data analytics, programming, data visualisation, business intelligence and decision making. *This is an IT-directed major. For Business majors and courses, please visit the Bachelor of Business degree page. This major focuses on learning the skills needed to design, implement and manage an organisations ICT security policies and procedures to protect against threats and ensure data confidentiality and integrity. Study courses in network security, cyber security governance, cloud computing and criminology.
Where You Can Study
Sydney
55 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000
Student Information
Provider's Published Fee
Duration
Intakes
Study Mode
Eligibility
Domestic students
International students
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
ACS
Course Content
ICT Developer
Computing Fundamentals
Introduction to Criminology
Educational Leadership for Digital Learning
Foundations of Secondary Education
Animation Thinking
Interaction Design (IxD) Fundamentals
Data Communication and Modelling
Mathematics for Engineering, Science and Technology 1
ICT Business Analyst
Database and Information Management
Victimology
Introduction to High-Quality Learning Environments
Schooling, Society and Inequality
Animation Process
Designing for Game Play
Predictive Analytics
Engineering Statistics
ICT Security Specialist
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Criminal Justice in Practice
Data Mining for School Leaders
Educational Psychology: Learners and the Learning Process
Animation Production
User Interface (UI) Design
Engineering Statistics
Algorithms
Web Technologies
Forensic Evidence
Leading and Managing Educational Change
The Future of Teaching and Learning
Production Studio
Physical Experience (PxD) Design
Systems Thinking for an Integrated Workforce
Data Engineering and Mining
Object Oriented Programming
Systems and Network Administration
Applied Artificial Intelligence
ICT Business Analysis
Systems Analysis and Design
Human-Computer Interaction
Computing and Information Sciences Work Integrated Learning Part A
Computing and Information Sciences Work Integrated Learning Part B
ICT Project Management
Professional Practice in IT
Common Questions
The Bachelor of Information Technology at The University of Newcastle has a duration of 156 weeks, as listed in the CRICOS registry.
The Bachelor of Information Technology is offered at two campuses: the University of Newcastle's Callaghan campus and the Central Coast campus, both in New South Wales. Both locations are owned and operated by the provider.
The estimated total course cost is AU$139,697, which includes tuition fees of AU$138,521 and non-tuition fees of AU$1,176.
This course may be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights if it meets all CRICOS criteria: it must be in 'Registered' status, be a Skills Level 1 qualification (which a Bachelor Degree is), have a duration of 92 weeks or greater (this course is 156 weeks), and its narrow Field of Education must align with the Skills Level 1 priority list. Eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at review time.
The CRICOS course code for the Bachelor of Information Technology at The University of Newcastle is 044439E, and the provider's CRICOS code is 00109J.
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