Bachelor of Information Technology

The Bachelor of Information Technology at The Institute of International Studies (TIIS) is a three-year Australian bachelor degree, listed on CRICOS as course 113724B. It sits at Level 7 of the Australian Qualifications Framework. That means it is a full undergraduate qualification, the same level as any other Australian bachelor degree, and it is the standard starting point for a career in IT or for further study such as an honours year or a master's.

How the degree is structured

Australian bachelor degrees are built from units of study, each worth a set number of credit points. You accumulate credit points across the degree, and the total required for completion is set by the institution. TIIS delivers the course over three years, and the academic year is normally divided into semesters or trimesters. You will usually enrol in several units each study period. The exact unit list, the credit point value of each unit, and the sequence in which units must be taken are set out in the official course structure. Some units are core and must be completed; others may be electives. Confirm the current structure, including any prerequisites, on the official TIIS course page or the CRICOS register before you apply.

What you study and the skills you gain

An Australian IT degree covers the foundations of computing and then lets you specialise. Typical areas include programming, database design and management, networking, systems analysis, cybersecurity fundamentals, web and software development, and IT project management. You learn to write code, design and query databases, work with networks and operating systems, analyse business problems, and manage technology projects. Group work is common, because IT is a team activity in most workplaces. You also build communication skills: explaining technical ideas to people who are not technical is part of the job. Assessment usually combines exams, assignments, practical projects and presentations. Some IT degrees include a capstone project in the final year, where you work on a real problem or build a substantial piece of software. Where a course includes work-integrated learning or an industry placement, it gives you supervised experience in an Australian workplace. Check the official course page to see whether a capstone or placement unit is part of this degree.

Who it suits

This degree suits school leavers and career changers who want a practical, recognised qualification in information technology. It also suits international students who want to study in Australia and gain post-study work experience. If you enjoy solving problems, building things, and working with computers, and you want a degree that can lead to roles in software, support, networks, data or cybersecurity, this is a sensible choice. It is also a pathway to further study: after a bachelor degree you can apply for an honours year, which adds one year of research training, or a master's degree, which normally takes one to two years. A doctorate takes three or more years and is research-based.

English, visas and what to confirm

International applicants must show English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common standard for undergraduate and coursework postgraduate courses, though some fields such as teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work require 7.0–7.5. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university's own English programmes are accepted as equivalents. The Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself, so you need to meet both. While you hold a Student visa, you can work up to 48 hours per fortnight during your studies. After you finish, the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream may allow you to stay and work in Australia, depending on your circumstances. Tuition fees are published on the CRICOS register; check there and on the official TIIS page for the current amounts, intake dates, unit details and credit point requirements. Always confirm the details on the official source before you apply.

• Software developer or programmer, building and maintaining applications for software companies, banks, government agencies and startups across Australia.
• IT support or help desk analyst, resolving technical issues for organisations in every industry, from healthcare to retail.
• Network administrator, managing and securing networks for businesses, schools, hospitals and government departments.
• Database administrator, designing, querying and maintaining databases for companies that rely on data, such as insurers, telcos and online retailers.
• Cybersecurity analyst, protecting systems and data for banks, defence contractors, consultancies and public sector bodies.
• Web developer, building websites and web applications for digital agencies, media companies and in-house teams.
• Systems analyst, working between business and IT to improve processes and specify solutions in large organisations.
• IT project coordinator, supporting the delivery of technology projects in consulting firms, government and enterprise IT departments.

Australian industries that hire IT graduates include professional services and consulting, banking and finance, government and defence, healthcare, education, telecommunications, retail and technology companies. Many graduates start in support or junior development roles and move into specialist or senior positions as they gain experience. The Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream may let you stay and work in Australia after graduation, depending on your circumstances. Confirm current visa rules with the Department of Home Affairs.