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March
July
October (City Campus)
Build the skills to thrive in australia’s fast-growing IT sector
With strong job growth across software, cybersecurity, cloud and enterprise systems, IT graduates are in demand nationwide. This degree equips you with the skills to thrive in public and private sector roles, or even launch your own tech venture.
Software Developer
As a software developer, you’ll code and test applications that solve problems and improve how people live, work and interact. Whether you’re building mobile apps, internal systems or automation tools, your skills are key to innovation.
In demand across nearly every sector—from finance and health to startups and government.
Cybersecurity Analyst
Cybersecurity analysts defend organisations against digital threats and vulnerabilities. You’ll detect breaches, improve security systems, and help keep data safe in an increasingly connected world.
Sources: Jobs and Skills Australia, 2024 | Seek Australia, 2024
IT Support Specialist
Help users troubleshoot issues and keep systems running smoothly. A great fit for people who enjoy solving problems and working directly with others.
Systems Administrator
Keep enterprise networks, databases and systems running efficiently and securely behind the scenes.
Cloud Engineer
Design and manage scalable, secure cloud systems for businesses moving to platforms like AWS, Azure or Google Cloud.
Business Analyst
Bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions. Use data and systems knowledge to improve processes.
Web Developer
Build and maintain websites and web applications across industries. Front-end, back-end or full-stack options available.
What will you study to start your career in IT?
With strong job growth across software, cybersecurity, cloud and enterprise systems, IT graduates are in demand nationwide. This degree equips you with the skills to thrive in public and private sector roles, or even launch your own tech venture.
Accreditation or Professional Recognition
Our Bachelor of Information Technology degrees are accredited by the Australian Computer Society at the professional level. Professional ICT courses accredited by the Australian Computer Society are recognised internationally under the Seoul Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered status as ICT professionals.
Learn from the experts.
Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to the industry.
Connect with industry.
Get career-ready, you will benefit from our strong connections to industry leaders that will provide you with real-world experience through our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements.
Frequently asked questions.
Over the years, many questions have been asked by students before. For the quickest answers view our frequently asked questions or browse the full list @ Ask Flinders.
Information technology is about taking these programs, applications and networks and applying them to solve industry, health and environmental problems, to create games and entertainment and to create and maintain robust information systems. In addition, information technologists possess strong interpersonal and management skills that allow them to oversee large software system development.
Computer scientists and information technologists overlap in their fields. They are the key creators and disruptors driving our future in the way we communicate, learn, build and play. A computer science or IT professional never stops learning, and must always stay on top of the latest technological trends in order to be successful in their fields. The more training and knowledge you have, the more employable you will be.
Computer scientists and information technologists overlap in their fields. They are the key creators and disruptors driving our future in the way we communicate, learn, build and play. A computer science or IT professional never stops learning, and must always stay on top of the latest technological trends in order to be successful in their fields. The more training and knowledge you have, the more employable you will be.
- Applications are completed via SATAC
- Visit: satac.edu.au
The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2025. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.
Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published
| ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds | ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors | Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 95.20 | 99.95 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 76.17 | 80.42 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 57.75 | 61.00 |
| Applicant background (Semester 1, 2025) | Number of students | Percentage of all students |
|---|---|---|
| Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) | 44 | 37% |
| Vocational education and training (VET) study | 5 | 4% |
| Work and life experience | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) | 28 | 24% |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) | <5 | <5 |
| Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) | 17 | 14% |
| International Students | 18 | 15% |
| All students | 118 | 100% |
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