Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)
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    Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)

    University of Queensland
    University of Queensland
    Australia
    Australia, Brisbane
    University Rank:#42
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    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    AUD 41,493 / year(s)
    Next IntakeJuly 27, 2026
    Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)

    About

    UQ's highly regarded Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) is a one-year program of advanced courses that will teach you how to plan and write a research project that addresses a specific question.

    Become a respected leader in the field, advance the boundaries of knowledge and develop specialised competence and expertise in information technology that can be applied to any number of career opportunities.

    Your courses will cover computer science, software engineering, design and information systems, and you'll collaborate with teachers involved in specialist research areas including complex and intelligent systems, security and surveillance, and interaction design.

    You can also link your research project with an industry placement to further develop your communication skills, independence, creativity and professional ethics.

    You'll find the school's amenities are second to none, with more than 400 Windows, Unix and Apple workstations, approximately 20 specialist computer labs, and dedicated IT and engineering support staff to ensure your study and research is successful.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    Minimum entry score

    Select where you studied and your qualification to see the minimum entry score you need to be considered for this program.

    Use the minimum entry score as a guide. Your score must be at least equivalent to the required Australian Year 12 ATAR score. Entry requirements are subject to change.

    Prerequisites

    • a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in information technology or computer science

    If you hold a qualification other than the Bachelor of Information Technology from UQ, you must have successfully completed all of the following discipline content in your tertiary studies:
    • algorithms and data structures
    • programming, or programming in C or C++ or java (and/or software engineering or object-oriented programming (OOP)
    • discrete mathematics
    • web/mobile programming or web design
    • information systems or database systems
    • human-computer interaction

    You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
    A bachelor's degree awarded more than 5 years prior to admission will not be considered.

    English language requirements

    IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

    TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

    PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

    BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

    CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

    OET is not accepted.

    There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

    Learn how to meet the English language requirements

    English Requirements

    • PTEMin 64
    • IELTSMin 6.5
    • TOEFLMin 87

    English Program Requirements

    English language requirements

    IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ

    TOEFL iBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.

    PTE Academic - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.

    BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.

    CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.

    OET is not accepted.

    There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.

    Learn how to meet the English language requirements

    Career

    Career possibilities

    Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:

    • Information technology officer
    • Banking system administrator
    • Field technician
    • Cyber security development manager
    • Intelligence analyst
    Software Developer

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    41,493 / year(s)
    Application Fee 150

    How to Apply

    Undergraduate admissions

    Study your first university degree, or find a new direction for a career change.

    1. Choose your program: Find a program to match your interests, passions or career goals.
    2. Review entry requirements: You need to meet all entry requirements to be considered for an offer.
    3. Review admission schemes: Improve your chances of getting in through adjustments and other schemes.
    4. Consider your pathway options: If you need help meeting entry requirements, there are pathways available.
    5. Review fees and financial support: Understand your study costs and the financial help that's available.
    6. Check credit eligibility: You may be eligible for credit for previous university, IB or other study.
    7. Submit your application: How to complete and submit your application.
    8. Respond to your offer: How you can respond if you receive an offer to study at UQ.
    9. Get ready for UQ: Your next steps to get ready to study at UQ.
    Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)
    University of Queensland
    University of Queensland
    Australia

    Australia, Brisbane

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