Bachelor of Information Technology (Software Application Development)

• Be at the forefront of technical solutions and take the first step toward a diverse and rewarding career as a software developer. Practically every industry needs its own type of software and people who can create it to their unique specifications.
• The Software Application Development major allows you to explore web technology, techniques and database systems; to learn how to plan and manage large software projects; and provides a rounded skillset ready for the workforce.
• Study a Bachelor of IT with UniSQ and learn about the fundamentals of structured programming and the application of basic algorithms and data structures. 
• You’ll grow your interpersonal skills and work collaboratively to explore creative ways to solve problems through coding.
• Gain hands-on work-integrated learning experience and connect with our industry partners during a final-year capstone course.
• Undertake a double major in IT or choose to combine this major with courses from other disciplines, such as Law, Business, Science or Arts, to meet your career goals.

Further study

If you're interested in further study, you can move on to the Master of Information Technology, Master of Data Science or Master of Cyber Security.

Pre-requisites

To study this degree we assume you have sound knowledge in:

• English (Units 3 & 4, C)

We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.

It is also recommended that you have studied General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent.

English language requirements

You are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Recognition of prior learning or work experience

If you have previously studied in your home country, you may be eligible for recognition of prior learning to reduce the number of courses that you need to study to finish your program.

• Graduates can find work as a software developer, software programmer, IT systems manager, database system developer and manager, or app developer in a range of industries, such as precision agriculture or engineering firms, insurance or banking.
• Work either as an independent contractor or within a larger company allowing you to choose a work environment and lifestyle that suit your requirements.

Your actual fees may vary depending on the courses you select. We review our fees annually so these may be subject to change.