Deakin University
Bachelor of Information Technology (Application Development)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationGain the knowledge to thrive in this fast-growing field. You'll master skills in planning, developing and managing software projects to build a wide range of profitable web apps, desktop apps, mobile apps and business apps.
SIT232 - Object-Oriented Development
SIT232 introduces students to object-oriented programming as the fundamental paradigm of modern programming languages and software development. Upon completion of the unit, the students will be ready to develop real-world software following the software design and structure best practices.
SIT221 - Data Structures and Algorithms
SIT221 introduces students to in-memory data modeling and computational trade-offs when developing software. Computing platforms from Internet-Of-Things (IoT) devices to supercomputers have limited or restricted resources available to software engineers in terms of memory, computational power, and energy consumption.
SIT305 - Mobile Application Development
This unit provides a practical introduction to developing applications for mobile devices. Students will spend the unit being introduced to one mobile app development environment. Students will cover the design and the workflow of developing apps in one mobile application platform, a framework for constructing an application, as well as tools for developing, testing, and publishing software for the platform.
SIT313 - Full Stack Development: Secure Frontend Applications
Web technologies are now commonly used to create full applications for traditional desktop, web, and mobile devices. Web technologies provide better cross-platform support and a more streamlined and consistent application development process.
SIT323 - Cloud Native Application Development
The cloud-native approach to application development reflects modern demands to rapidly adapt to new business requirements, improve utilization and efficiency of development teams, and deliver high-quality reliable and scalable services using cloud technologies.
SIT314 - Software Architecture and Scalability for Internet-Of-Things
Delivery mode
Deakin University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Current or recent Year 12
Academic requirements
If you're currently studying Year 12, or completed Year 12 in the last two years, you will need to meet all the following criteria to be considered for admission to this degree:
- Year 12 prerequisite subjects
- Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English EAL (English as an Additional Language) or at least 20 in English other than EAL
- ATAR
- Senior Secondary Certificate of Education with an unadjusted ATAR of at least 50 or equivalent
- successful completion of at least two bachelor level or above units (AQF Level 7 or equivalent)
- completion of a certificate IV or higher in a related discipline
- completion of a diploma or higher in any discipline
- at least 50% completion of a diploma or higher in a related discipline
- Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) English Units 3 and 4: Study score of 25 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or 20 in any other English
- IELTS overall score of 6.0 (with no band score less than 6.0) or equivalent
- other evidence of English language proficiency (learn more about other ways to satisfy the requirements)
Higher education study
Academic requirements
If you have undertaken higher education studies after secondary schooling, you will need to meet all the following criteria to be considered for admission to this degree:
VET study
Academic requirements
If you have undertaken any Vocational Education and Training (VET) study after secondary school, you will need to meet at least one of the following criteria to be considered for admission to this degree:
Work and life experience
Academic requirements
If you finished Year 12 more than three years ago, or did not finish Year 12, and haven't undertaken any further study, you may be considered for admission to this degree based on your work, volunteer and/or life experience.
Submit a personal statement outlining your motivation to study, previous education and employment history, and how this course can assist your career aspirations or progression. Think of it as a job application cover letter - it should be relevant and demonstrate your commitment and interest in this course or study area.
English language proficiency requirements
To meet the English language proficiency requirements of this course, you will need to demonstrate at least one of the following:
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Information Technology (Application Development) will prepare you for the following roles.
Application Developer
An Application Developer creates new programs for use on websites, mobile devices or computing systems. You might liaise with clients to determine...
Mobile Application Developer
A Mobile Application Developer designs programs for use on mobile devices such as phones, laptops or tablets. You might meet with clients to discus...
Software Developer
Software Developers create computer programs and apps, usually collaborating with large project teams of corporate clients, other developers, and i...
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