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Start dates
March
July
October
Turn data into smart decisions
Australia’s digital economy is growing rapidly, with data analysts and IT professionals among the most in-demand roles. Graduates of this degree are ready to work in tech, business, government, and beyond—turning data into powerful decisions.
Data analyst
Collect, clean and interpret data to support strategic decisions. Whether it’s improving logistics, customer experiences, or government policy, they help make sense of the numbers.
Using tools like Python, SQL and Power BI, they create dashboards and reports that influence real outcomes.
Business intelligence developer
Create and maintain systems that turn raw data into meaningful business insights. They design databases, build ETL pipelines, and develop dashboards to help executives and managers make informed decisions. This role combines technical skill with business acumen.
Sources: Seek Australia, 2025
Database administrator
Maintain secure and efficient data storage systems.
Systems analyst
Design and improve digital systems in business and government.
IT consultant
Advise organisations on how to optimise technology.
What will you study to start your career in data analytics?
You’ll gain a strong foundation in IT and specialise in data analytics as you progress. This hands-on course prepares you to solve real-world problems using data, algorithms and cloud technology.
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.
No, not at all. You'll learn programming from the ground up, starting with beginner-friendly topics in your first year.
You'll be set up for in-demand tech careers like data analyst, BI developer or systems analyst, roles that are needed across every industry in Australia.
Yes. In your final year, you’ll complete a hands-on industry project that gives you real-world experience with employers.
Absolutely. While your degree gives a solid IT foundation, you’ll also explore areas like cloud systems, advanced analytics and machine learning.
This course is mostly delivered on campus, but flexible study options are available. Some topics may be available online or part-time, just check the Handbook or speak to an advisor.
You’ll have access to academic support, coding help, career guidance and more. Flinders has a great support network to help you succeed.
- 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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