Study the Bachelor of Information Technology (Machine Learning)

Study Information Technology at Flinders

Develop the next generation of artificial intelligence based applications

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Machine Learning) produces IT professionals ready to innovate and develop the next generation of machine learning and artificial intelligence based applications. Graduates of this degree will be able to develop sophisticated solutions to complex problems using machine learning techniques and tools.

The course provides education in both the theoretical and the practical aspects of information technology and intelligent systems preparing graduates for a variety of roles.

The course offers national best practice work experience and job placement, preparing you for the needs of the South Australian, Australian and international technology industry and public service sectors.

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Prerequisites

None

Assumed knowledge

None

2023 selection rank

65.00

Guaranteed selection rank

70.00

TAFElink

Certificate IV or above

Adjustment factors available

Yes

SATAC code

244851 (Tonsley) 284471 (Festival Plaza)

Delivery mode

In person:

– Tonsley
– Festival Plaza*

Online: Yes

Duration

3 years full-time
(or part-time equivalent)
Deferrable: Yes

Annual indicative fee

2023: $8,301

How are these fees calculated?

Start dates

– March
– July

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*Available at Flinders' city campus at Festival Plaza from 2024. The University is confirming professional site accreditation for the programs offered at the City campus at Festival Plaza. This is expected to be finalised by early 2024.

Why study machine learning at Flinders?

Work with partners to design machine learning applications that can be deployed across a wide variety of industries
Study a broad range of both information technology and machine learning topics
Engage with multi-disciplinary teams from across the University in the design and construction of knowledge-based AI-driven systems
Gain insight into the current trends in knowledge engineering and its uses
Designed to be accredited by the Australian Computer Society
Study in our $120 million science and technology precinct at Tonsley.

Your career

Graduates with qualifications in machine learning are in high demand across a broad range of industries such as defence, industry and government. Your degree will prepare you to work across the IT industry particularly in areas where the next generation of AI-based applications can be applied.

Potential occupations include:

Machine learning app developer
AI analyst
Consultant.

Potential employers include:

information technology services
educational institutions
health industry
defence industry
government bodies
private sector.

Professional accreditation/recognition

All our current Bachelor of Information Technology and Bachelor of Computer Science degrees are accredited by the Australian Computer Society at the professional level. This new degree has been designed to be similarly accredited. 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.

What you will study

First year

A typical first year may include:

core topics in the fundamentals of computing, computer programming, database design, network systems, cybersecurity, professional skills and data science.

Second year

A typical second year may include:

core topics in computer programming, database and conceptual modelling, computer networks, human factors in computing, systems software, and specialist topics in neural networks, machine learning and natural language processing.

Third year

A typical third year may include:

core topics in computer programming, cloud and distributed computing, information security, software testing and quality assurance, project management, and specialist topics in estimation, machine learning and artificial intelligence. Students also undertake Flinders’ best-practice information technology practicum where students are placed in industry working with teams of computing professionals.

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Practical experience

The degree provides you with practical experience that prepares you for the workforce.

Develop all the necessary applied and practical skills for a career in IT.
Take the opportunity to gain first-hand industry experience with a 12-week industry placement.
Focus on skills in written and oral presentation, professionalism and teamwork for important vocational capabilities.

ATAR and Student Profile Information

ATAR and Selection Rank profile

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, 2023. 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	93.70	97.00
Median rank to receive an offer	74.90	79.90
Lowest rank to receive an offer	57.90	65.25

Student Profile

The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students who commenced study in this course in Semester 1, 2023 including those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia. Applicant background groupings are based on educational background, not basis of admission. Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – the number of students is less than 5
N/P – Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students

Applicant background (Semester 1, 2023)	Number of students	Percentage of all students
Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course)	21	28%
Vocational education and training (VET) study	12	16%
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)	15	20%
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)	11	14%
International Students	13	17%
All students	76	100%

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At Flinders University, we recognise that careers are evolving and the workplace of the future will look very different from today.

Whatever undergraduate course you are studying at Flinders, you can add innovation and enterprise electives to your degree to gain new, adaptable and transferrable skills that will equip you for the careers of tomorrow.

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How to apply

Choose your preferred course.

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Admission pathways

Applicants can apply for this course using Year 12 qualifications, previous higher education study, TAFE/VET qualifications, or through adult entry (STAT/Foundation Studies/tertiary preparation course).

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Choosing your preferences

When choosing your preferences through SATAC, other Flinders degrees you might want to include the Bachelor of Information Technology.

How to apply

Select your course.

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English language pathways

If you don’t meet our English language entry requirements and need to improve your English language proficiency, you can do so through Flinders University Academy – or our approved English Language Instruction Course for Overseas Students (ELICOS) providers.

This means that you can attend the required English language tuition at approved ELICOS providers and gain direct entry into university without an IELTS or TOEFL test.

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Academic program pathways

If you don’t meet our academic entry requirements, you can still gain entry to Flinders University through Flinders University Academy. With a range of diplomas, foundation and English language courses, students can find a direct pathway into the destination degree of their choice.

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Course enquiries

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