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3.5 Years
On campus
On-campus
27 July 2026 (Applications close 19 July 2026)
Course Overview
Where You Can Study
Footscray Park Campus, Victoria University, Melbourne VIC
Victoria University City Campus, 364-378 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Eligibility
Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
TEQSA
Professional Body
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Accreditation Status
AccreditedSkills Assessor
ACS
Course Content
Introduction to Data Science
First Year Core Unit, 12 credit points
Introduction to Cyber Security
First Year Core Unit, 12 credit points
Web Development and CMS
First Year Core Unit, 12 credit points
Introduction to Programming
First Year Core Unit, 12 credit points
Computer Networks
First Year Core Unit, 12 credit points
Introduction to Database Systems
First Year Core Unit, 12 credit points
Operating Systems
First Year Core Unit, 12 credit points
Introduction to Project Management
First Year Core Unit, 12 credit points
IT Professional 1
Industry Placement Unit, 48 credit points
IT Professional 2
Industry Placement Unit, 48 credit points
Graduating Core
Compulsory Minor, 48 credit points
Web and Mobile Application Development (Major)
Major, 96 credit points
Network and System Computing (Major)
Major, 96 credit points
Common Questions
The Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional) includes a 12-month guaranteed IT internship as part of the degree. High-achieving students in VU's Bachelor of Information Technology will be eligible to transfer into this course to take part in this placement. The internship consists of two Industry Placement units (IT Professional 1 and IT Professional 2), each worth 48 credit points, giving students real-world work experience alongside qualified IT professionals.
Yes, the Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional) is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). The course also helps students prepare for CISCO/Microsoft industry certifications, Apple app development, and Content Management System (CMS) development and management. Victoria University also has partnerships with AWS, Cisco, Microsoft, and Oracle, offering students access to certification courses with discounted examination fees.
To attain the Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional), students are required to complete 336 credit points consisting of: 96 credit points of First Year Core studies, 48 credit points of Graduating Core studies, 96 credit points of Major studies, and 2 x 48 credit points of Industry Placement studies. Students can choose between two majors: Web and Mobile Application Development or Network and System Computing.
The Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional) is offered as a Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP) for eligible students, meaning the government subsidises course costs. The indicative fee for a full-time student in 2026 is AU$9,537 per year. This fee is a guide only, based on a typical full-time study load, and does not include materials such as textbooks or the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF). Australian citizens, permanent residents, and New Zealand citizens will qualify for a CSP place.
Yes, Victoria University offers credit (also known as advanced standing) for prior learning or work and life experience, reducing the number of units you need to complete. If you have completed the Diploma of Information Technology at VU, you are guaranteed a place and receive 96 credit points of credit. You can use VU's credit calculator to find out what credit you may be eligible for based on previous studies. Credits relating to prior VU subjects are automatically granted and no further action is required.
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