Gain in-demand computing skills and invaluable work experience with VU's Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional).

Our IT (professional) degree gives you a solid foundation in the latest web and mobile app development, and network and systems design. You'll also have the exciting opportunity to experience 12 months of guaranteed internship in the IT industry as part of your degree.

VU's computer-science courses are among the best in Australia according to the Times Higher Education World University Subject Rankings 2018. Our state-of-the-art classrooms and facilities offer virtual and hands-on teaching.

You will build your computer-science knowledge through solving real-world problems in:

• web development
• mobile-application development
• data analysis
• cyber security
• network and system computing
• ICT management
• software engineering and development
• network management
• global leadership.

You'll also gain the experience needed to lead teams and manage projects.

To attain the Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional) students will be required to complete 336 credit points consisting of:

• 96 credit points of First Year Core studies;
• 48 credit points of Graduating Core studies;
• 96 credit points of Major studies;
• 2 x 48 credit points of Industry Placement studies.

Australia's information and communications technology (ICT) industry is a dynamic and rapidly growing market.

VU's Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional) gives you the real-world work experience to prepare for roles in:

• network design and implementation
• system security consultancy
• data modelling and database development
• web and mobile application programming
• network and database system administration
• information and communication technology (ICT) management.

JOB TITLES

• software analyst
• web designer
• web application developer
• mobile application developer
• computer and network support
• data centre administrator
• systems administrator
• system security consultant
• database administrator
• webmaster
• business analyst
• data analyst
• project manager (e.g. in government, banking/finance, retail, manufacturing).

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 (or equivalent).

TOEFL Internet: Overall score of 67

Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 50-57 (no section score less than 50)

University of Cambridge - Advanced (CAE): Overall score of 169. No individual band less than 169.

VU English - English for Academic Purposes (EAP) (Level 5): achieved.