Bachelor of Information Technology
Charles Sturt University
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00005F
Accredited by the Australian Computer Society, the Bachelor of Information Technology at Charles Sturt University gives you a comprehensive understanding of fields across the entire IT industry.You can also choose to major in an area that fires your imagination and fits your career goals. Choose from: Cyber Security, Network Engineering, Software and Application Development, and Web Development. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to gain real work experience through our paid internship program with IBM Australia.
Structure
To graduate students must satisfactorily complete 192 points.
Subjects
- Cyber Security
- Software Design and Development
- Network Engineering
- Web Development
Standard entry requirements
A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with an ATAR of at least 55 (including adjustment factors).ORCompletion of the HSC (or equivalent) with strong performance (such as 60% or higher marks) in subjects in the Information Technology area.ORSuccessful completion of at least two appropriate standard IT university-level subjects.ORFor recent school leavers, a report from the School Principal, equivalent to that used in the School Recommendation Scheme (SRS), recommending the applicant as well-suited for university study.ORIT related professional certifications such as from CISCO, Microsoft, IBM and other professional industries.ORTwo years relevant professional IT work experience (i.e. in areas such as programmer, analyst, systems administration, help desk, network support but NOT clerical roles such as data entry or secretarial) demonstrated by a detailed resume.ORA completed AQF Certificate III in Information Technology (including any specialisation of Information Technology) or a completed AQF Certificate III in an area related to Information Technology.ORSpecial Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) with an equivalent ranking to the currently listed ATAR.English Language ProficiencyMinimum CSU English Language Proficiency Requirements apply.Applicants for the Bachelor of Information Technology TAFE NSW Integrated Program must meet the following Admission Requirements:Enrolment in one of the following programs at TAFE NSW Albury or Wagga campuses:*Certificate III in Information, Digital Media and Technology* Certificate IV in Information Technology (Networking)* Diploma of Information Technology (Networking)* Advanced Diploma of Information Technology (Network Security)Successful applicants will concurrently study the above TAFE NSW courses along with selected subjects in the Bachelor of Information Technology, Network Engineering specialisation, at either the Albury or Wagga campuses of Charles Sturt University. Credits will be granted into the Bachelor of Information Technology for completion of the TAFE component of the integrated program.Students of the integrated program can optionally choose to sit for the following industry certifications (additional costs will apply):CompTIA A+ certificationEC Council Certified Ethical Hacker certificationCisco CCNA Routing and switching certificationThe Bachelor of Information Technology TAFE integrated program can be completed in three years by full-time study.
Recognition
The Australian Computer Society (ACS) accredits courses in information technology to verify that they meet professional standards in terms of content, staff skills, teaching facility and quality assurance. Charles Sturt's Bachelor of Information Technology has the highest level of accreditation with accreditation at the professional level.
Study pathways
Charles Sturt University frequently recognises prior learning including study at other institutions in many of its degrees. Each request for credit is individually assessed prior to the commencement of the course.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bathurst | Domestic: $26,484 |
| Yes |
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| Online | Domestic: $26,484 International: $78,480 |
| No |
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| Port Macquarie | Domestic: $26,484 International: $89,088 |
| Yes |
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