Fast facts

Course type: Undergraduate degree 
Course length (full-time equivalent): 3 years 
Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR):The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) (previously known as Tertiary Entrance Rank (TER)) and cut-off scores will vary from year to year.65.70
Location: On campus 
Professional Recognition/Membership:
This program has been accredited at the Professional level by the Australian Computer Society.

Course overview

The Bachelor of Information Technology is a comprehensive program that emphasises the practical skills needed for successful, long-term careers in the IT industry.

Its comprehensive nature and emphasis on practical skills to meet the information needs of any modern enterprise sets it apart from other courses. 

This course is both highly technical and people-orientated. As well as its scientific and technical focus on areas related to software, network, web, database and internet services, areas such as management, communications and human behaviour are also covered.

What will I study? 

Refer to the course rule.

What is Information Technology?

Information technology (IT) covers everything from designing software to managing information systems or providing training. 

It is integral to modern life because it drives innovation and assists us to solve problems in areas such as medical research, climate change, the environment and business.  It has a significant impact upon the creative industries and in the development of new products and services.

Why study Information Technology at Flinders?

  • Information Technology is taught through the School of Computer Science, Engineering and Mathematics and draws on its expertise from across the School. The School is currently co-leading a 5 year $3.4 million national project examining how real time interaction between humans and machines can be made more effective. 
  • All topics are delivered by leading academics who are also active researchers and consult to a range of industries.
  • Our 3 main concentration is research are:
    • The Embedded Systems and Image Processing Laboratory, which works with computer architecture, embedded systems, bioinformatics and image processing and has explicit application domains with implementation in hardware/ software.
    • The Knowledge Discovery and Intelligent Systems Laboratory, which focuses on issues relating to the discovery, modelling, interpretation and use of information and knowledge, particularly related to defence intelligence systems and health informatics. Individual programs include artificial intelligence, autonomous intelligent hybrid systems, conceptual modelling, data mining and knowledge discovery, enterprise information technology, and software patterns.
    • Medical Devices and Technologies, which is a network of researchers, highly skilled in the development and application of a diverse range of medical technologies.

Combined degree options

Combine with

Duration (full-time equivalent) 

Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) 4 years
Bachelor of Commerce (Finance)
4 years
Bachelor of Commerce (Sustainability)
4 years
Bachelor of Business and Technology 4 years
Master of Business and Technology 
5 years

Refer to Information Technology combined degrees.

Career opportunities

What can I do with my Bachelor of Information Technology degree?  

Study a language

Flinders also offers all students the opportunity to major in a language in conjunction with any undergraduate course. The Diploma in Language is designed to provide students with competence in a chosen language that adds greater portability to their qualifications. You will complete a total of one extra year of study and graduate with both your chosen degree and the Diploma in Language. You can apply for this at time of enrolment.

Entry requirements

Domestic studentsWho are domestic students?

International studentsWho are international students?

Prerequisites: None Prerequisites: None 
You can qualify for undergraduate courses through:
  • year 12 qualifications
  • adult entry (STAT/Bridging Program)
  • TAFE/VET qualifications
  • higher education transfers.

Flinders also offers a range of special access schemes.

Refer to undergraduate study applications

English language requirements 

Science and Maths bonus points

Science and Maths bonus points will be allocated to students studying selected Science and Mathematics subjects in Year 12 who apply for entry to a Science and Engineering degree at Flinders. For more information refer to Science and Maths bonus points.

Applications

Domestic students 

International students 

SATAC code: 214201CRICOS code: 020067D
Mid-year entry:Information on mid-year entry Yes Mid-year entry:Information on mid-year entry Yes 
Apply through: SATAC Uniweb  Apply through: International Office  
Please note that the University cannot guarantee that a student commencing mid-year will be able to complete this course full-time in the minimum period normally specified for the course.  Consult the Faculty for further advice.

Credit transfer

Refer to credit transfer for further information.

Annual fees

Place type

Domestic students 

International students 

Commonwealth supported - Student contribution amount What is a Commonwealth supported place?  $7,163N/A 
Full fee paying N/A$21,900

Note: Domestic student fees are indicative only. Further information: How are these fees calculated?How are these fees calculated?

Related courses

Further study options 

Publications

Domestic students 

International students 

Computing and IT (PDF 1MB) eBrochure: Undergraduate international prospectus

Contact

Faculty of Science and Engineering
Hotline: 1800 803 131 (local call cost)
Email: science@flinders.edu.au

School of Computer Science, Engineering & Mathematics
Dr Shaowen Qin - Director of Studies
Tel: +61 8 8201 3669
Email: shaowen.qin@flinders.edu.au

General domestic students information

Web: Prospective students

Enquiries: Admissions/Prospective Students Office
Flinders University, GPO Box 2100, Adelaide SA 5001
Tel (08) 8201 3074 or 1300 657 671 (local call cost)
Fax (08) 8201 2580
Email: admissions@flinders.edu.au

General international students information

Web: International students

Enquiries: Ask Flinders