Overview

With the Bachelor of Information Technology (with specialisations) programme at Charles Sturt University master software and app development design. Or focus on web development. You'll also hone skills like communication, problem-solving and critical thing that are essential to ant workplace. Plus, you'll gain experience alongside global industry experts with paid internships at IBM.

You can choose to study your transformative IT course online or through a mix of digital and in-person learning. And accreditation by the Australian Computer Society means that when you graduate you'll be perfectly positioned to take your career in information technology wherever you want to go.

Key facts

Study IT your way – online or on campus: The University is changing the game when it comes to online courses with the advantage of hands-on learning. In year one, choose to study exclusively online or combine on-campus and online study. Enjoy ultimate flexibility with a compact timetable.

Learn more independently through your second and third years as you specialise and undertake industry placements. Please note: The course will be studied completely on campus if you choose to study at the Melbourne or Sydney campuses.

Personalise your IT study: Gain a solid grounding in fundamental theory and practice in your first year. Then, build on those foundations by specialising in an area that aligns with your career goals. Choose a major from cyber security, network engineering, software and application design, or web development.

Paid internships: Get set for the ultimate industry engagement through the paid internship partnership with IBM Australia. You'll have the opportunity to apply your knowledge and skills in a professional workplace and make industry relationships – all while getting paid! Other work placement opportunities exist with a broad range of IT employers working across all industry sectors.

Career opportunities

When you graduate, you'll be ready to make your mark in a wide range of IT careers, including:

Cyber security

Data analytics

Information technology analystics

Network administration

Network engineering

Software development

Web systems and development

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Communication and Information Management

Computer Systems

Systems Analysis and Design

Internet Technologies

Network Forensics

Cyber Security

Network Engineering

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-13 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-05-29 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-11-16 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-09-04 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-10-30 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

192 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Bathurst, Australia
Albury, Australia
Wagga, Australia

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 187 other Bachelors in Information Technology (IT) 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.

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS CODE: 012006F (Port Macquarie)

A completed High School Certificate (or equivalent) with the minimum ATAR required (including adjustment factors).

Completion of the HSC (or equivalent) with strong performance (such as 60% or higher marks) in subjects in the Information Technology area.

Successful completion of at least two appropriate standard IT university-level subjects.

For recent school leavers, a report from the School Principal, equivalent to that used in the School Recommendation Scheme (SRS)

IT related professional certifications such as from CISCO, Microsoft, IBM and other professional industries.

Two years relevant professional IT work experience (i.e. in areas such as programmer, analyst, systems administration, help desk, network support

A completed AQF Certificate III in Information Technology (including any specialisation of Information Technology)

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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

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Non-residents

33600 AUD / year

≈ 33600 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

10516 AUD / year

≈ 10516 AUD / year

Additional Details

Domestic student fees: Commonwealth grant scheme (CGS)

International online
Fee paying overseas:
Full-time - $29,760.00 pa
Part-time - $14,880.00 pa

Living costs

Bathurst

Australia

1260 - 2250 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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