| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-04-29 | - |
Program Overview
Victoria University's Bachelor of Information Technology equips students with in-demand IT skills in areas like web development, data analysis, and cybersecurity. Through personalized learning, students can tailor their education to their interests and career aspirations. Graduates gain hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment, preparing them for a wide range of IT roles, including software analyst, web designer, and data analyst.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This Bachelor of Information Technology from Victoria University will equip you with the skills in fast-growing digital industries. You will also develop problem-solving skills for workplace scenarios and challenges. You can choose your own IT job pathway based on your interests and strengths, with our personalized learning experience. Objectives:
- Develop key information technology (IT) skills for career expansion.
Outline:
This program focuses on high-demand areas, including:
- Web development
- Mobile-application development
- Data analysis
- Cyber security
- Network and system computing
- ICT management
- Software engineering and development
- Network management
- Global leadership Modules:
- Web Development and CMS
- Introduction to Programming
- Communication and Information Management
- Computer Networks
- Introduction to Database Systems
- Operating Systems
- Introduction to Project Management
Careers:
Graduates will have knowledge across a wide range of IT applications, along with hands-on experience with industry-standard equipment. This theory and practice will ensure you're job-ready. Potential career paths include:
- Software analyst
- Web designer
- Web application developer
- Mobile application developer
- Computer and network support
- Data center administrator
- Systems administrator
- System security consultant
- Database administrator
- Webmaster
- Business analyst
- Data analyst
- Project manager
For more than 100 years, Victoria University (VU) has offered accessible education to students in Melbourne’s west and beyond. Victoria University aims to continue creating positive outcomes for education, industry and our community into the future.
Services
Housing services
Victoria University is pleased to offer guaranteed accommodation to new and continuing full-time domestic and international students. This offer is in partnership with UniLodge, our accommodation provider.
UniLodge Victoria University offers modern purpose-built student accommodation apartments in Footscray with excellent facilities and a community environment – all within a short walking distance to classes!
Library services
Our online resources are available 24 hours a day from wherever you are. You can also visit any of our seven campus libraries for help with your information needs, access to a PC or a quiet place to study.
Student Life
Campus life
Victoria University has campuses across Melbourne's CBD and western suburbs. International students can also choose to study at VU Sydney, VU India or partner institutions overseas.
Our flagship campus is located in Footscray - study with us in Melbourne's western cultural and creative epicentre.
- City Flinders
- City Flinders Lane
- City King
- City Queen
- Footscray Nicholson
- Footscray Park
- St Albans
- Sunshine
- Werribee
- VU at MetroWest (Footscray)
- VU Sydney
Sports facilities
There are plenty of options for staff and students wanting to join a sporting club and play in local competitions.
Joining a Victoria University sport club helps keep you fit while doing something you love. You will also get to meet new people and maybe do some travelling too.
Student clubs
VU organises a range of activities on- and off-campus, including:
- Orientation Parties
- Annual Ball
- Mental Health training (subsidised)
- Be a Better Human Festival
- De-stress Festival
- Queernival
Entry Requirements:
Minimum entry criteria include:
English-language requirements academic requirements. Your work and life experience will also be considered. To find specific entry requirements for this course, please select the section below that is most relevant to you.
Applicants with recent secondary education (within the last 2 years)
- Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (e.g. VCE) or an Australian or overseas equivalent to VCE
- International Baccalaureate (IB)
- Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate (VCE or equivalent) including Units 3 and 4:
- a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English.
- PLUS:
- A study score of at least 20 in Mathematics (any).
Applicants with vocational education & training (VET/TAFE) study
- Completion of an accredited award (such as a certificate or diploma) at an Australian Registered Training Organisation (usually a TAFE, polytechnic or other registered VET institute).
- Completion of an Australian Advanced Diploma or Diploma (or equivalent).
- Completion of the Certificate IV in Tertiary Preparation (or equivalent).
Applicants with higher education study
- Full or partial completion of an Australian Higher Education award (or equivalent). OR:
- Completion of two units of Higher Education studies, at least one must be in Mathematics.
- Completion of a bridging or enabling course eg. Foundation course or equivalent.
Applicants with work & life experience
- Five years (minimum) work/life experience in Information Technology or similar. OR:
- Completion of an Australian Senior Secondary Certificate more than two years ago. PLUS:
- Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in any other English (or equivalent). AND:
- A study score of at least 20 in Mathematics (any) (or equivalent).
