Overview

This Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology (Network Technology) from Swinburne University of Technology focuses on computer and network configurations, web and application programming, and database design and maintenance. You'll also have the opportunity to specialise in a particular aspect of ICT-related work - making it ideal for those seeking an ICT course with flexible outcomes.

Specialise in the networking aspect of ICT infrastructure. Gain four Cisco certifications.

Course learning outcomes

On successful completion of this Course students will be able to:

Identify the need for ICT solutions, elicit information from the relevant stakeholders about the requirements for the solution and research and plan solutions according to the requirements identified
Assess and analyse the appropriateness of methodologies and technologies for the design and implementation of ICT solutions
Research, evaluate and discuss the suitability and procurement options of alternatives for a given purpose
Identify and analyse situations that require investigations about methodologies, practices, technologies, ethical and legal issues and source the generic and specialised software tools used by IT professionals

Career opportunities

The course emphasis is on knowledge and skills needed for a wide variety of employment positions in ICT.

Accreditation

The course is accredited at Professional Level by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Network Administration

Networks and Switching

ICT Design Project

Network Routing Principles

Advanced Web Development
Data Visualization

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-08-03 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-29 00:00:00 , National

More details

International: It is strongly advised that you consider applying at least three months in advance of the intake’s start date.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

64

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Credits

300 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) Web Technologies & Cloud Computing View 31 other Bachelors in Web Technologies & Cloud Computing in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

64

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PTE Academic

50

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code: 088401M

Successful completion of one of:

the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) or its equivalent, such as an interstate or international Year 12 qualification.
completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including Certificates IV (completed), Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas, Associate Degrees and Degrees)

applicants without a formal qualification may be considered for entry upon completion of the STAT test.

Course prerequisites

VCE Units 3 and 4 – a minimum study score of 25 in any English (except EAL) or 30 in English as an Additional Language (EAL) or equivalent.

Satisfactory completion of one of the following:

IELTS overall band of 6.0 (Academic Module) with no individual band below 6.0
Swinburne’s English for Academic Purposes (EAP 5 Advanced level) with overall 65%, all skills 65%
Or equivalent measures available at English language requirements.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

40960 AUD / year

≈ 40960 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9314 AUD / year

≈ 9314 AUD / year

Additional Details

National fee is Commonwealth supported

Living costs

Melbourne

Australia

1501 - 2659 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Course learning outcomes

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Accreditation

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

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Additional Details

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