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Bachelor of Information Technology

ProviderJames Cook University
Course code: QTAC322341UniversityStudy area: Information SystemsData JSON
AttendanceOn campus
Intakes & start datesMay 2026 · Cairns · QLD

Course overview

This course provides students with essential knowledge and skills to work as information technology professionals in a fast changing dynamic world. Core subjects including networks, web technologies, programming, serious games, information management and visualisation, databases, big data, network security, multidisciplinary project management, e-technologies and mobile technologies provide students with an array of career opportunities. Students engage in a series of applied information technology projects throughout the course to gain real-world experience. A professional internship or multidisciplinary project forms the capstone subject. This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS). JCU Offer Guarantee: JCU offers guaranteed admissions to most courses if a minimum ATAR is achieved. Learn more here: Guaranteed Admission at JCU. For current course information, visit Bachelor of Information Technology at JCU.
Combined degrees: Refer to entry for: B Engineering (Hons)/B Information Technology.

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Career Opportunities
Project manager, network administrator and designer, system analyst, software developer, application developer, IT researcher, IT manager, system administrator.

Entry requirements

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English requirement
IELTS 6, no band below 6TOEFL iBT 60, no band below 18PTE Academic 50, no band below 50Cambridge C1 Advanced / C2 Proficiency 169, no band below 169

If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.

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Student profile

Total students8
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Higher education entry<5 · <5%
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School leavers (ATAR)<5 · <5%
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Secondary education<5 · <5%
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Vocational pathway0 · 0.0%
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Other entry pathways<5 · <5%
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International students<5 · <5%
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Campuses & intake dates

Upcoming intakes

  • CairnsQLDJanuary 2026
  • CairnsQLDMay 2026
  • CairnsQLDSeptember 2025
  • CairnsQLDSeptember 2026
  • CairnsQLD