Bachelor of Information Technology (BITC)

Back to top Program aims The Bachelor of Information Technology is a vocationally-oriented program which emphasises problem solving through the use of information technology.

This program focuses on the effective analysis development and management of information and communication technologies in organisations.

The program’s foundation is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills in key areas of IT as well as professionally relevant knowledge, qualities and skills in such areas as problem solving, project management, teamwork, communication and ethics.

Core courses

Compulsory courses per major:*

Applied Computer Science major, Data Analytics major and Networking and Security major

Information Systems Development major and Information Technology Management major

Footnotes + Students who have successfully completed LAW1101 Introduction to Law should not complete LAW1500 Introduction to Business and Company Law.

* Please note: Students undertaking a double major with either Applied Computer Science, Data Analytics or Networking and Security as one of the majors must complete CSC2406 Web Technology 1 , CSC3600 ICT Professional Project and MAT1101 Discrete Mathematics for Computing as their optional core courses.

Admission requirements

To be eligible for admission, applicants must satisfy the following requirements:

• Have achieved a minimum Overall Position (OP) 16, tertiary entrance rank 66 or equivalent qualification.^

• English Language Proficiency requirements for Category 2.

Applicants are advised to also address the following:

• Assumed Knowledge expectations: English. Data Analytics major - Mathematics A or equivalent.
• Recommended Prior Study: Applied Computer Science major and Networking and Security major - Mathematics A* (4, SA) or equivalent. Data Analytics major - Mathematics B* (4, SA) or equivalent.

* Open Access College has courses available via Tertiary Preparation Program which will allow students to up-skill in Mathematics prior to entry.

All students are required to satisfy the applicable English language requirements.

If students do not meet the English language requirements they may apply to study a University-approved English language program. On successful completion of the English language program, students may be admitted to an award program.

These are determined by the University for specific programs each Semester. The 2019 OP and tertiary entrance ranks are based on agreed QTAC schedules which assess formal study at Year 12 or equivalent level, tertiary, preparatory, professional or vocational qualifications or work experience, as detailed in the QTAC Assessment of Qualifications Manual and QTAC Assessor Guidelines. Special admissions may help you get into the program of your choice by increasing your Selection Rank. The additional points don't apply to all applicants or all programs. Please read the information about USQ's Special Admissions carefully to find out what you may be eligible for.

Program objectives

The objectives of the Bachelor of Information Technology are to enable graduates to:

• apply principles of information technology
• apply problem-solving skills and use information technology for problem solving as an individual or within a team
• think critically, constructively and logically about project management principles and tools to plan project completions
• communicate clearly and coherently to present relevant knowledge and ideas to a range of audiences
• identify, collect, analyse and manage information for a broad range of information technology issues and challenges
• demonstrate an understanding of ethical standards and socially responsible information technology practices.

Major objectives

Applied Computer Science major

On completion of the Applied Computer Science major, graduates should be able to:

• display detailed knowledge of and be competent in the fundamentals of structured programming, and the application of basic algorithms and data structures
• evaluate the difference between the major programming language paradigms, and be able to select the paradigm best suited to solve a problem
• demonstrate sound knowledge of operating systems principles and display familiarity with various modern operating systems
• demonstrate a sound knowledge of web technology and techniques both at the client and the server side
• design and implement web-based user interfaces in accordance to technical, stylistic, and open access standards
• evaluate and apply methods for planning and managing large software projects, including design, development and maintenance aspects
• demonstrate detailed knowledge of the fundamental principles of database systems and be able to apply these using database software.

Data Analytics major

On completion of the Data Analytics major, graduates should be able to:

• capture manage and analyse large volumes of data (big data) both structured and unstructured using appropriate techniques and technologies
• effectively communicate information and knowledge obtained from large volumes (big data) in appropriate formats for the intended audience
• analyse large volumes of data in a critical ethical and professional manner.

Information Systems Development major

On completion of the Information Systems Development major, graduates should be able to:

• demonstrate an understanding of the electronic business framework for areas such as marketing, supply chains and mobile commerce
• demonstrate an ability to design and analyse business systems including database design and use, network architectures, organisation and human-computer interaction issues
• demonstrate abilities with object-oriented development of systems, particularly Internet applications and enterprise systems in .NET and Java
• demonstrate expertise with the Oracle (SQL) environment.

Information Technology Management major

On completion of the Information Technology Management major, graduates should be able to:

• demonstrate knowledge of the electronic business framework for areas such as marketing, supply chains and mobile commerce
• demonstrate an ability to design and analyse business systems including database design and use, network architectures, organisation and human-computer interaction issues
• demonstrate an understanding of information systems security and control issues
• recognise the importance of IT service management and demonstrate understanding of the important best practice frameworks
• identify information needs appropriate to their area of specialisation, and apply the techniques required to gather and interpret such information
• demonstrate skills in the analysis and determination of technological issues at management level.

Networking and Security major

On completion of the Networking and Security major, graduates should be able to:

• design, install, configure, troubleshoot, and maintain networks and their operating systems
• install, configure and manage network, system, user, and security services
• demonstrate acquired skills in development of new systems to operate networks
• interface networks with wide area networks such as the Internet and newer network architectures
• demonstrate sound knowledge of the operating systems that are used to provide services on networks, including at least Linux and Windows
• demonstrate detailed knowledge of the fundamental principles of database systems and be able to apply these using database software.