OpenBachelor degreeSociety and Culture

Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology

ProviderUniversity of Tasmania
Course code: P3THOUTASUniversityStudy area: Society and CultureCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

With a focus on providing you with the skills to compete for employment in the ICT industry globally, a Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology (BICT) gives you the knowledge and ability to stand out in the constantly changing technology landscape.

The BICT is a specialist degree with both a theoretical and practical focus. It develop technological understanding and skills that are in high demand world-wide, plus builds project management and other business soft-skills that make you an ICT professional.

You'll develop knowledge and capabilities in communication, design, development and management and learn what it takes to implement and integrate ICT within an organisation. You will also complete a hands-on project that gives you real-world experience before you even start your career.

You will graduate with the skills and knowledge to grow into leadership positions; the drive to act on entrepreneurial ambition; and the confidence to pursue research and graduate studies.

Catalyst Program

Are you a high achiever and want to get the most out of your University experience? The Catalyst Program combines your Bachelor degree with scholarships, extracurricular experiences, special events, and networking opportunities. It was created for outstanding students, just like you. Learn more about the Catalyst Program.

Majors available

All our ICT majors can be commenced in either Hobart or Launceston.

Artificial Intelligence, Business Analysis, and Geospatial Information Systems are not currently able to be completed entirely Launceston. Please see below for more information.

Hobart Launceston
Artificial Intelligence* Artificial Intelligence is available in Hobart Artificial Intelligence is available in Launceston
Business Analysis* Business Analysis is available in Hobart Business Analysis is available in Launceston
Computer Science Computer Science is available in Hobart Computer Science is available in Launceston
Cyber Security Cyber Security is available in Hobart Cyber Security is available in Launceston
Data Science Data Science is available in Hobart Data Science is available in Launceston
Games and Creative Technology Games and Creative Technology is available in Hobart Games and Creative Technology is available in Launceston
Geospatial Information Systems** Geospatial Information Systems is available in Hobart Geospatial Information Systems is available in Launceston
Software Development Software Development is available in Hobart Software Development is available in Launceston

*Offered in Hobart, and Launceston (Year 1 and 2 only)

**Offered in Hobart, and Launceston (Year 1 only)

Entry requirements

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IB Diploma

~53.33%
English requirement
IELTS Academic 6

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Student profile

Total students119
#2022
Higher education entry16 · 13.45%
13.45%
School leavers (ATAR)10 · 8.4%
8.4%
Secondary education18 · 15.13%
15.13%
Vocational pathway<5 · <5%
<5%
Other entry pathwaysN/P · N/P%
N/P%
International students65 · 54.62%
54.62%

Course curriculum

Course structure, credit points and subject sequence

Course curriculum not yet available

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