Bachelor of Information Technology, Bachelor of Business

Students will choose one of the following Information Technology specialisations: Artificial Intelligence, which covers cutting-edge AI technologies such as machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, image and vision, and large language models; or Cybersecurity, which covers governance, risk and compliance, infrastructure security, network security, systems security, software security, and application security. Additionally, students can choose an optional Business specialisation in Accounting.

Yes. This course has full professional accreditation by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). The Accounting specialisation is CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand, and Tax Practitioner's Board (TPB) accredited.

Yes. The Bachelor of Information Technology includes 300 hours of work experience in the IT industry. The Business core units course progression also includes professional work experience in a business organisation.

For international students, the annual tuition fee is $26,000 (at $3,250 per unit), based on completing 8 units per year. This applies across all campus locations including Gold Coast, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney. Tuition fees are in Australian dollars and are subject to change, including annual increases over the duration of a course. Students are also required to pay OSHC for the duration of their visa in advance.

The Southern Cross Model structures study into shorter, six-week unit structures designed around immersive and interactive learning experiences. Lectures are replaced with active, interactive and discussion-based learning. On-campus students experience a variety of teaching approaches including lectures, tutorials, online activities and video-linked or podcast virtual classes. Online students engage with podcast or video-linked lectures, electronic study materials, workshops, online discussion forums and virtual classes.