The University of Queensland

Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

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.

Delivery mode

The University of Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • 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.

Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $8,300 $51,200 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$8,300
Standard Tuition:
$51,200
Full Fee Tuition:
$8,300
Full Fee Tuition:
$51,200
Enquire with The University of Queensland to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $8,300 $51,200 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) will prepare you for the following roles.

Network Administrator

Network Administrators install and configure network hardware, software and peripherals as well as perform system upgrades. They manage everything ...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

Network Designer

A Network Designer develops and implements network solutions for businesses and organisations. You might work in a corporate IT department, a telec...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Network Manager

A Network Manager oversees the design, implementation, and maintenance of an organisation’s network infrastructure. You might work in various secto...

Avg yearly income $104,000
Entry barriers Low

Software Developer

Software Developers create computer programs and apps, usually collaborating with large project teams of corporate clients, other developers, and i...

Avg yearly income $83,200
Entry barriers Low

Software Engineer

A Software Engineer designs information technology systems for a range of industries. You might create new software systems or make changes to exis...

Avg yearly income $130,000
Entry barriers Low

Systems Analyst

Systems Analysts evaluate and support an organisation’s IT network and computer infrastructure to ensure the system is efficient and meeting organi...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

Database Administrator

Database Administrators specialise in data management and ensure that an organisation’s databases are secure and run efficiently. They work for lib...

Avg yearly income $98,800
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Queensland

The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.

Our core purpose is to deliver for the public good through excellence in education, research and engagement with our communities and partners: local, national and global.

At UQ, we offer rich and varied educational experiences that are designed to foster a sense of belonging, while equipping our students to be leaders within their field with the agility to thrive in a global environment.