Bachelor of Information Technology

While undertaking this degree you will develop your knowledge and skills essential for the information technology industry so you will be employable as a competent software developer, web developer or other aligned IT professional.

You will gain an excellent combination of knowledge and practical, hands-on expertise to influence an organisation's technology infrastructure and the clients who use IT.

Upon completion of this degree you will be able to:

• Enable knowledge - gain skills as you apply knowledge effectively in diverse contexts.
• Apply critical analysis - accurately and objectively examine and consider computer science and information technology (IT) topics, evidence, or situations, in particular to:
  • Analyse and model requirements and constraints for the purpose of designing and implementing software artefacts and IT systems
  • Evaluate and compare designs of software artefacts and IT systems on the basis of organisational and user requirements.
• Solve ICT problems - analyse problems and synthesise suitable solutions as you design and implement software solutions that accommodate specified requirements and constraints, based on analysis or modelling or requirements specification.
• Communicate effectively with a variety of audiences through a range of modes and media, in particular to:
  • Present a clear, coherent and independent exposition of software applications, alternative IT solutions, and decision recommendations to both IT and non-IT personnel via technical reports of professional standard and technical presentations.
• Work as an effective and productive team member in a range of professional and social situations, in particular to:
  • Work effectively in different roles, to form, manage, and successfully produce outcomes from teams, whose members may have diverse cultural backgrounds and life circumstances, and differing levels of technical expertise.
• Accept responsibility for your own learning, including independent life-long learning, in order to keep your knowledge and skills up-to-date within your chosen field in a constantly changing IT industry.
• Make informed decisions about judging and adopting appropriate behaviour in professional and social situations. Specifically, you be able to:
  • Effectively apply relevant standards, ethical considerations, and an understanding of legal and privacy issues to designing software applications and IT systems.

Want to support and troubleshoot IT systems or design websites, business applications and program networks?

IT specialists select the right hardware and software products for an organisation. They also install, customise and provide ongoing maintenance for these applications.

Combining your knowledge of IT theory and practice with hands-on expertise, you will be able to develop an organisation’s technology infrastructure and support the people who use it.

Recommended study pattern

To get the most out of this degree, students are recommended to follow these steps:

• Start with foundation subjects
• Complete Level 1 core subjects and electives
• Choose a minor sequence from the examples below, or send your preferred sequence to the School for approval
• Complete Level 2 and 3 core subjects, IT electives, and your chosen minor.

Award requirements

To obtain the Bachelor of Information Technology you must complete 24 subjects, and meet these requirements:

• Complete 2 Foundation subjects
• Complete 10 Core subjects
• Complete 6 IT Elective subjects (4 IT electives and 2 Advanced IT electives)
• Complete 4 Minor Stream subjects
• Complete 2 Free Elective subjects

At least 8 of the subjects above must be studied through RMIT.

Choose your subjects

Electives

The two (2) general electives may be any subject from the OUA undergraduate catalogue.

Degrees are usually made up of core subjects and electives. Some degrees include a choice of majors, so you can focus your studies on a specialisation.

This list is a general overview. Download the full Degree Guide for more information.

• Foundation Subjects

• Core Subjects - Level 1

• Core Subjects - Level 2

• Core Subjects - Level 3

• Information Technology Electives

• Advanced IT Electives

• Minor in Accounting

• Minor in Economics

• Minor in Internet Communications

• Minor in Internet Design

• Minor in Management

• Minor in Marketing

Students who are studying with RMIT and accessing FEE-HELP or paying upfront and are intending to complete the Bachelor of Information Technology are advised to register for the degree after successfully completing a minimum of two core RMIT OUA subjects within this degree:

• For commencing students without a background or prior studies in the field of IT the foundation units CPT110 and CPT120 are recommended.
• Commencing students who have:
  • completed prior studies in an IT-related field (at Diploma level or higher) and thus may be eligible for advanced standing (credit transfer), or,
  • come from an IT background (professional or academic) and may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL),

are advised to submit an enquiry via RMIT Connect, requesting guidance on their future credit transfer / RPL application and subsequent subject selection for degree registration purposes.

To apply to graduate, please visit RMIT's OUA Graduation page here.

Students wanting to Graduate at the Melbourne graduation ceremony in December must complete their final subject no later than Study Period 2 in the year they intend to graduate. 

Students who will complete their 24 subjects after study period 2 in a given year may apply to graduate at the Melbourne graduation ceremony in the following year.

A payment will be required to attend the graduation ceremony in Melbourne; for information about payments or application dates see RMIT's Graduation options page. Alternatively students can apply to graduate in absentia at any time.

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Indicative total fee $24,072

The amount shown here is indicative for an Australian citizen studying full-time, which is typically 8 subjects per year.

Fees may vary depending on:

• the subjects you choose
• credit from previous work experience
• your eligibility for government funding loans or subsidies such as HECS-HELP or a Commonwealth supported place.

To learn more, go to Fees or contact a student advisor.

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Successful completion of one full time semester (four subjects) towards an undergraduate degree or higher level of study at an Australian university, and evidence of meeting maths entry requirement equivalent to VCE prerequisite Subjects 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in Mathematics (any)

Successful completion of 2 Core subjects from the Bachelor of Information Technology at pass level (CPT110 and CPT120 recommended).

Successful completion of Australian Year 12, or equivalent, with an ATAR of 68.2. VCE prerequisites: Units 3 and 4: a minimum of 20 in Mathematics (any), and a minimum study score of 25 in English (or equivalent) or 30 in English (EAL)

Successful completion of Australian Advanced Diploma, Diploma, or equivalent, and evidence of meeting maths entry requirement equivalent to VCE prerequisite Units 3 and 4: a study score of 20 in Mathematics (any).

Students must be registered in the RMIT degree prior to submitting any application for credit transfer or RPL - see the How to Apply section above for information on registering in the RMIT degree.

Information for all applicants:

It is recommended that students do this as soon as possible after being admitted into / registered in the degree, so that an accurate study plan can be mapped out after processing of any credit / RPL that may be awarded.

Documentation will be required to support your application, such as:

• Credit Transfer:
  • a certified copy of an Academic Transcript with final grades for Higher Education studies
  • a certified copy of a Statement of Attainment for any completed TAFE studies
  • course outlines showing content, learning outcomes and assessment requirements
  • an explanation of the grading structure used.
• RPL
  • An up-to-date CV outlining your experience working in the field of IT.
  • Position description(s) for roles you have been engaged within in the field of IT, preferably recent roles (eg. within previous 5 years)
  • Letter(s) of reference from a line manager at recent place(s) of employment, outlining role, responsibilites and IT knowledge / skills, processes and tools required in the performing of that role. Letter(s) of reference should be on company letterhead and must be signed and dated by the line manager in question.

Before lodging a credit transfer or RPL application, it is recommended that students submit an enquiry regarding their pending application via RMIT Connect, requesting guidance on how to apply and what documentation may be required.  

To be eligible for admission to an RMIT program applicants must be at least 16 years of age by the commencement date of the program in which they want to enrol.

A broadband internet connection is mandatory to complete this program. Some units in this program have a requirement to download and install several gigabytes of software, support materials and video content.

Students must have a Windows, Macintosh or Linux computer system in order to complete the program. Some specialist IT elective units have specific hardware and software requirements.

Collaborative group work may be required in specific subjects in this degree, including organising and participating in both asynchronous and synchronous (live) communications.