Bachelor of Information Technology
Bachelor of Information Technology
Summary The world is undergoing an information explosion at the same time business is becoming more competitive. People with the skills to help businesses and society innovate are in demand. In the Bachelor of Information Technology, you’ll acquire foundational skills in programming, data storage and modelling, networking and cybersecurity. You’ll…
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Summary
The world is undergoing an information explosion at the same time business is becoming more competitive. People with the skills to help businesses and society innovate are in demand.
In the Bachelor of Information Technology, you’ll acquire foundational skills in programming, data storage and modelling, networking and cybersecurity. You’ll develop broad and coherent knowledge and skills from an area of information technology – such as software design and construction, applied data modelling and analysis, or security problem detection and mitigation – and learn how to apply that knowledge to solve real-world problems. And you’ll learn how to relate your knowledge and skills in information technology to a broader societal context, and make sound decisions regarding ethical and security concerns.
Key features
Explore your options and boost your employability
Undertake one of the most flexible IT degrees in Australia – choose to study two majors to diversify your knowledge and skills. Acquire a mix of theoretical and technical skills
Get prepared to use current technologies and to create new technologies in the workforce. Undertake a degree that’s co-designed with industry
Study a degree designed in collaboration with industry, and acquire skills relevant for the cutting-edge IT careers of tomorrow. Complete an extensive supervised project
Undertake an industry-based project to solve a real-world problem, and be prepared for a successful start to your career.
Career Outcomes
Professions
Business or venture analyst
Consultant
Data analyst
Database designer
Information technology researcher or developer
Project manager
Security consultant
Software developer
Systems administrator
Employers
Banks and financial institutions
Defence agencies
Government agencies and departments
Research and development companies
Retail and e-business companies
Start-ups
Technology and software development companies
Technology and telecommunications companies
Transport, infrastructure and logistics companies
Utilities companies
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 200 universities in the world, Macquarie University is considered one of Australia’s best universities, producing graduates that are among the most sought-after professionals in the world (ranked #1 in Sydney for graduate employment rate, QS Graduate Employability Rankings, 2022). Uniquely located in the heart of Sydney, Australia’s largest high-tech precinct, Macquarie brings together more than 45,000 students and 3000 staff in one thriving hub of discovery. Our campus spans 126 hectares, with open green space that gives our community the freedom to think and grow. We have recently invested more than one billion dollars in our facilities and infrastructure so our students and staff can thrive on a campus that is dynamic, sustainable, and built for collaboration. Students from over 120 countries are warmly welcomed into the Macquarie community and benefit from special ongoing academic, language and wellbeing support throughout their study. Macquarie has one of the most generous scholarship programs in Australia, providing many opportunities each year for international students to undertake studies here.
