Bachelor of Information Technology
James Cook University (JCU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00117J
Learn how to use your digital dexterity to identify and diagnose technical issues, create solutions and improve technical systems. As you study the fundamentals of problem-solving and programming, the strategies behind design thinking and the need for information processing, youll be equipped to help your future workplace run smoothly and innovatively. In the Bachelor of Information Technology degree, you will study essential core subjects such as Web Design and Development, Internet Fundamentals, Database Modelling, and Collective Intelligence and Entrepreneurship. Not only does JCU Information Technology equip you with an in-depth understanding of technical systems and design thinking, but it also gives you a unique opportunity to put your knowledge and skills to the test at JCUs annual IT Design Sprint. The two-day event brings together students and industry professionals, challenging you to collectively analyse a real-world problem with your peers then design and partially implement a practical, creative solution. The attending industry professionals — who partner with JCU — are there to help you spark new ideas and carve out their potential. The annual design sprint will sharpen your skills of creating, imaging, generating, iterating, communicating and consolidating — all vital abilities of an expert IT professional.
Structure
72 credit points.
Subjects
- Information technology
Standard entry requirements
- Year 12 or equivalent
- Recommended Knowledge: English (Units 3/4,C), General Maths or Mathematical Methods (Units 3/4,C).
Recognition
Australian Computer Society
Study pathways
Honours is offered to students who meet the stated criteria, available on a full or part-time basis.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| JCU Brisbane | International: $102,360 | No |
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| JCU Cairns | International: $102,360 | No |
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| JCU Singapore | International: $102,360 | No |
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| JCU Townsville | International: $102,360 | No |
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Further information
International student visa-holders must not enrol in more than a third of the total credit points for the course in online, distance or external study.
