Bachelor of Information Technology

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Why JCU?

A STUDENT EXPERIENCE LIKE NO OTHER

• Access to world-class teachers• Develop skills in state-of-the-art facilities

• Achieve exceptional employment outcomes• Benefit from small class sizes

• Connect with professional networks• Support through scholarships for merit and equity

• Discover great accommodation options

WORK IN A PASSIONATE COMMUNITY

Study alongside those who share your vision for what Information Technology can do to improve businesses, the work of scientists and engineers, and the life

of the average person.

GAIN A WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION

Learn from lecturers committed to student success in a program closely aligned with Australian Computer Society standards. Gain a world-class

education rated five stars for overall student experience and teaching quality.*

ENDLESS POSSIBILITIES

The world of IT changes quickly. A bachelor’s degree in information technology from JCU will equip you with the skills to adapt and thrive in a competitive

industry.

SUPPORT FOR YOUR SUCCESS

Explore JCU’s range of scholarships, grants and bursaries and discover the right financial assistance to achieve your goals

*Good Universities Guide 2021, UG study areas

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Why JCU?

Bachelor of Information Technology

Learn from the best when you study at JCU with expert IT staff who have practical industry experience, along with up-to-the-minute technical knowledge. You’ll benefit from their ability to share their knowledge and experience.

Combine the knowledge and technical skills that are essential when you’re ready to make a start in your professional IT career through learning about a broad range of IT branches, from Cyber-Security to Data Science to Design Thinking.

COURSE DETAILS: Locations: Townsville, Cairns, External,

Singapore

Start Dates: February, July

Duration: 3 years full-time, part-time available

ATAR: 53.35 | English 4, SA, Units 3/4, C

Please visit the handbook for a detailed outline of the course

structure. Note: Information is for domestic students only

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Experience has no substituteMicrosoft? Amazon? Google? IBM? Your own technology business? Are those the jobs you’re dreaming of?

JCU graduates are working in all of these areas, and in many other technology roles, too.

JCU offers real-world experience with projects in companies leading the way in information technology solutions. You could work in industry placement positions or design projects based on workplace situations.

Throughout your degree, build your resume and enhance your professional connections. As you work toward your information technology degree, you will gain confidence in your abilities, and see how your skills complement those of your teammates.

Whether you want to start your own business, sign on with a multinational corporation, or enjoy the flexibility of freelance work, you will graduate from JCU with the experience and skills that employers are looking for.

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“What I really like about the course is that it allows me to explore my creative side and come up with innovative solutions that have the potential to make a big difference in the world. I’m glad I chose JCU because it has such a great support network and sense of community.”

Marina SugitaBACHELOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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Career OpportunitiesWhen you graduate, you’ll be ready to start contributing to multinational corporations, government departments, SMEs – or your own business.

You could be an IT project manager, network administrator, designer, systems analyst, software developer, games designer/tester/reviewer, simulation designer, enterprise architect, consultant, story boarder, web designer, mobile app developer… the list goes on. There will be jobs, too, that no one has yet thought of.

“I enjoy getting to know my students personally and helping them develop core IT skills, as well as encouraging them to grow as thoughtful workers, team members and leaders.

JCU is a great choice for IT because of its attentive staff, strong industry connections and its award-winning program of integrating Design Thinking across all years of the degree to give students industry-ready skills for the future.”

Lindsay Ward LECTURER, INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

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Study and live in some of the most interesting places in the world. Cairns and Townsville are on the doorstep of the Great Barrier Reef, magnificent rainforests, the savannah region and Outback Australia.

Living on-campus is a great way to make the most of your time at JCU. With five different accommodation options at JCU Townsville, housing over 1,200 students, and a new complex for 300 students at JCU Cairns, living on-campus is a great place to make new friends and immerse yourself into the JCU culture. All rooms at our on-campus residences are single board, with a single bed, study desk, chair, fan, air-conditioning and Wi-Fi. Each residence is different in regards to style of living, culture and atmosphere. There are options for fully catered or self-catered housing. Find out more at jcu.edu.au/accommodation

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Contact usTownsville: 07 4781 5255 Cairns: 07 4232 1000 Freecall (within Australia): 1800 246 446Email: enquiries@jcu.edu.au

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