Overview

Information Technology at Curtin University equips you with the programming, networking, and cybersecurity skills needed to thrive in today’s digital economy.

You’ll gain a strong foundation in modern computing and computer networks, specialising in network programming and distributed computing while also developing expertise in software development, systems design, and IT security. Throughout your studies, you’ll work with the computer systems and processes that power software development and maintenance, ensuring you graduate with both technical knowledge and practical, industry‑ready skills.

Career:

The information technology degree prepares you for careers in IT support, system administration, and software development. You’ll gain practical skills in network management, programming, and cybersecurity, enabling you to thrive in technology-driven industries and roles.

Application engineer
Software engineer
Software quality assurance engineer
Web developer
It educationist

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Data communications & network management

Network systems design

Unix systems programming

Operating systems

Database systems

Computing topics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00
Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-27 00:00:00

More details

Application closes two weeks before orientation.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Disciplines

Information Technology (IT) View 10 other Bachelors in Information Technology (IT) in Sri Lanka

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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

79

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS code 0100818

Completion of GCE A-Levels from a UK examination authority (Cambridge, Edexcel or equivalent) and achieve the required aggregate as specified in table

1. Evidence of English competency must be provided.

OR

Completion of the Curtin University foundation program (Information Technology Engineering; Business streams).

OR

Any other alternative qualification recognised by Curtin University.

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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

9484 AUD / year

≈ 9484 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8718 AUD / year

≈ 8718 AUD / year

Living costs

Colombo

Sri Lanka

61275 - 89166 LKR / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Career:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Colombo

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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