Program Overview

Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology (Advanced)

The Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology (Advanced) is a challenging program that includes advanced coursework, extension projects, and basic research training. It develops the knowledge and skill sets of capable students for the high end of ICT professions.

Program Overview

• Approved Abbreviation: BICTAdv
• Western Sydney University Program Code: 3684
• AQF Level: 7
• CRICOS Code: J
• Program Status: CURRENT (Please note: This program has been discontinued from Autumn 2026. No further intakes into this program will occur.)

Admission Requirements

• Assumed knowledge: HSC Mathematics and any two units of HSC English.
• Minimum ATAR of 90.
• Students must maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) greater than 5.0 to continue their enrolment in this program.

Program Structure

Qualification for this award requires the successful completion of 240 credit points, which include one major from the list below.

Majors

• Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking, Testamur Major (T145)
• Enterprise Systems and Architectures, Testamur Major (T151)
• Health Informatics, Testamur Major (T007)
• Multimedia Computing, Testamur Major (T147)
• Networking and Cloud Computing, Testamur Major (T146)
• Software Development, Testamur Major (T148)

Recommended Sequence

The recommended sequence for full-time start-year intake and full-time mid-year intake is provided, ensuring students complete the required 240 credit points.

Electives

Elective spaces can be used to complete a Minor. Major or minor subjects can be used in the elective spaces.

Minors

It is suggested that students choose from the list of optional minors, including:

• Cloud Computing, Minor (0128)
• Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking, Minor (0326)
• Data Science and Machine Learning, Minor (0322)
• Games Development, Minor (0323)
• Graphics and Visual Simulation, Minor (0324)
• Health Informatics, Minor (0037)
• Multimedia Computing, Minor (0328)
• Networking, Minor (0040)
• Software Development, Minor (0329)
• Ubiquitous Computing, Minor (0325)

Accreditation

The Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology (Advanced) is accredited with the Australian Computer Society (ACS) at Professional level.

Work Integrated Learning

Western Sydney University seeks to enhance student learning experiences by enabling students to engage in the culture, expectations, and practices of their profession or discipline. This program includes a placement or other community-based unpaid practical experience.

Additional Information

For more details on the program, including admission, sequence, structure, and electives, please refer to the provided links and resources.