Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional Practice)
Federation University Australia
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00103D
The Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional Practice) is Federation's premier co-operative degree, with a long history of providing students with successful placements with key industry partners including IBM®, and more recently Kyndryl and Westpac. Develop an understanding of delivering large scale and complex IT projects, through a combination of study and practical industry experience, and mandatory career development units including a minimum of 60 days of paid placement through Federation Co-op.
Structure
This course consists of 360 credit points. Industry experience is a key and compulsory component of this degree. You will complete 20 core units and 4 specialisation electives as well as undertake valuable experience in your chosen profession, with 60 days of paid placement through our Co-operative Model (with IBM and/or other industry sponsor). All students must complete specified industry experience in order to successfully complete the course.
Subjects
- Digital Literacy, User Centred Design, Connected Systems, Data and Information Systems, Professional Identity (IT), Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Foundations of Programming, IT Management Techniques, Co-op placement.
Standard entry requirements
How you apply will depend on your current situation – school leaver, tertiary background or life experience – and whether you’re also applying for courses at other institutions. Visit our https://federation.edu.au/apply
Recognition
This program holds Professional Level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Study pathways
Credit will be considered if you have successfully completed higher education or TAFE studies in a relevant field. Advanced standing will be determined on an individual basis, depending on your eligibility for credit transfer, prior experience and qualifications. If you are seeking alternate entry into the Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional Practice) you can consider applying for the following programs: Bachelor of Information Technology; Diploma of Information Technology; Diploma of Digital Media Technologies; Foundation Access Studies Program (FAST) - designed to provide you an alternate entry into tertiary study. Candidates wishing to add this program during the VTAC Change of Preference period should contact Federation University Australia to request an interview. Students can progress to the Bachelor of Science (Honours) as a prelude to a higher degree in research or a professional qualification.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Berwick | International: $124,200 | No |
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| Mount Helen (Ballarat) | International: $124,200 | No |
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Further information
Further information: study.federation.edu.au
