Bachelor of Technology (Computer Systems and Networking), Bachelor of Information Technology
Perth , Australia
Tuition Fee
Start Date
2026-02-01
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
4 years
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Network Engineering | Computer Science | Information Technology
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Intakes
Program start date | Application deadline |
2025-02-01 | - |
2025-07-01 | - |
2026-02-01 | - |
2026-07-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
Bachelor of Technology (Computer Systems and Networking), Bachelor of Information Technology
Overview
This double degree addresses the market demand for expertise in the design of distributed computing and sensing environments, and the networks that underpin them.
Course Essentials
- ATAR: The Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) is used to determine eligibility for places in university courses.
- Guaranteed ATAR: 70
- Qualification: Bachelor of Technology (Computer Systems and Networking), Bachelor of Information Technology
- Duration: This course is four years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
- Credit: A full-time study load usually consists of 200 credits (approximately eight units) per year, with 100 credits (approximately four units) in each semester.
- 800 credits
- CRICOS: The Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS) Code indicates a registered program offered to international students studying in Australia on student visas.
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- Location: The Curtin campuses or teaching locations where units of this course are offered.
- Curtin Perth
Admission Criteria
- Work and Life Experience: You have left secondary education more than two years ago (i.e., who are not classified as recent secondary education applicants) and have not undertaken vocational education training (VET) or higher education study since then.
- ‘Experience’ includes a combination of factors sufficient to demonstrate readiness for higher education such as mature-age entry, professional experience whether completion of the Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is required or not, community involvement or work experience.
- STAT Entry: The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin’s English proficiency requirements.
- English Requirements: Curtin requires all applicants to demonstrate proficiency in English. Specific English requirements for this course are outlined in the IELTS table below.
- IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)
- Writing: 6
- Speaking: 6
- Reading: 6
- Listening: 6
- Overall band score: 6
- IELTS Academic (International English Language Testing System)
Fees and Scholarships
- Australian and New Zealand Student Indicative Fees: $8,700* (Commonwealth supported)
- *Fees are indicative first year only and are subject to passage of legislation.
- The indicative first-year fee is calculated on 200 credit points, which is the typical full-time study load per year, however some courses require additional study to be completed, in which case the fee will be higher than that shown.
Location
- Curtin Perth: This campus offers a range of courses and has a strong focus on research and industry partnerships.
How to Apply
- Application Deadlines: Please review information on how to apply for the campus of your choice.
- Curtin Perth: Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. View our application deadlines page for further information.
Professional Recognition and Accreditation
- Accreditation: This course is accredited by Engineers Australia and recognised internationally.
What You'll Learn
- Apply the theory of computer systems networking within the engineering design method, whilst remaining cognisant of network operational issues.
- Define a problem and apply creative thinking to the formulation of a solution; verify and implement the solution.
- Access information, evaluate and organise information relevant to computer systems networking.
- Document networking information to meet technical and legal requirements; communicate concepts and technical information to lay and professional personnel in written, oral and electronic forms.
- Use appropriate tools to design, analyse and verify computer systems networks and their components.
- Recognise that the computer systems networking industry changes rapidly, and maintain currency via a spirit of inquiry and relevant further study.
- Apply international standards, practices and conventions appropriate to computer systems networking.
- Function effectively within a typical multidisciplinary and multi-cultural engineering design team as a team member, manager or team leader, recognising individual human rights.
- Commit to and behave in accordance with the professional and ethical responsibilities of engineers.
Careers
- Computer systems designer
- Industrial network engineer
- IT expert
- Network and system administrator
- Telecommunications manager
Industries
- Finance
- Insurance
- Applications and software
- IT analysis
- Government
- Mining and production operational technology
- Professional, scientific and technical services
Pathways
- STAT Entry: The Skills for Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) is a national test for those who don't meet university admission criteria. STAT can be used to meet entry criteria for some courses, or as a way to satisfy Curtin’s English proficiency requirements.
- TAFE Entry: To meet the entry criteria with VET studies you need to have:
- AQF Certificate IV – Separate evidence of English language proficiency is required
- AQF Diploma
- AQF Advanced Diploma
- Met the subject prerequisite.
- Higher Education Course Switcher Criteria: To switch into this course from another higher education course provider, you need to have:
- Attained an ATAR of 70
- Met the subject prerequisite.
Credit for Recognised Learning (CRL)
- Use Your Experience to Get Credit Towards Your Degree: Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.
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