Overview

This Bachelor of Arts - Bachelor of Information Technology will see you graduate with a diverse, in-demand skillset that sets you apart in industry. You will develop specialist knowledge in your chosen arts disciplines ranging from history to social media and learn how to apply critical, creative and strategic thinking to real-world issues.

In your IT studies, you will gain the skills and experience required to embark on a technology rich career, while also developing foundational knowledge and skills in areas such as cloud computing, application development or cyber security.

Career opportunities:

The Bachelor of Arts builds valuable and transferable career skills, making you highly employable within many industries. The range of disciplines on offer also lets you follow your passion and develop the specialist skills to pursue the career you want.

IT is at the heart of innovation and productivity. It shapes the way we live, work, learn, communicate, socialise and entertain ourselves. It is no surprise then that IT graduates are in high demand globally. The Bachelor of Information Technology will equip you with the contemporary knowledge, skills and experience required to meet this demand and to develop a successful and satisfying career as an IT professional.

As a graduate of Deakin’s Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Information Technology, you’ll be able be equipped for a broad range of careers. The specific types of opportunities available for graduates of this course will depend on the major sequences taken.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Computer Systems
Database Fundamentals
Real World Practices for Cyber Security
Digital Business Analysis
Information Technology Systems and Innovation
User Centred Design

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-06 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-21 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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Credits

32 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Melbourne, Australia
Geelong, Australia

Disciplines

Visual Arts Information Technology (IT) Liberal Arts View 203 other Bachelors in Liberal Arts 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

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS 107525D

VCE 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

This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection consideration

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

42600 AUD / year

≈ 42600 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

11567 AUD / year

≈ 11567 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic students: Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

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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Duration

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Living costs

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Funding

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