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Bachelor of Information Technology (Online)

Build practical IT skills for a career that keeps the world running

100% online delivery

Industry-aligned curriculum

High employability1

100% renewable2

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  • Length 3 years full-time online study
  • Cost per course* $39,268
  • Credit points 240

Course Benefits

  • 24 units
  • 240 credit points
  • 100% online
  • Flexible study
  • Industry-led curriculum

Thrive in a technology-driven world

  • Apply by: 15-Jan-2027
  • Start classes: 1-Feb-2027

ACU’s Bachelor of Information Technology (Online) equips you with the technical skills, professional confidence and ethical understanding to work across today’s essential digital systems. From programming and networks to cybersecurity, cloud platforms and data, you’ll build a broad, adaptable foundation aligned to how IT operates in real organisations.

Delivered 100 per cent online and designed for flexibility, this degree balances hands-on technical learning with responsible technology practice. You’ll learn from industry-experienced academics, engage with applied projects, and graduate ready to support, manage and evolve the systems that underpin modern business, government and communities.

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Curriculum

Learn the systems that power modern organisations

ACU’s online information technology curriculum focuses on applied learning and practical capability. You’ll build core technical skills before progressing into areas that reflect the realities of contemporary IT work, including:

  • Data analytics and insights
    • Build expertise in data analytics, including data preparation, visualisation and interpretation, to support evidence-based decision making and organisational insight.
  • Programming and systems foundations
    • Develop skills in programming, operating systems and software fundamentals that underpin IT environments.
  • Cybersecurity and digital trust
    • Learn how to protect systems, manage risk and support secure digital operations.
  • Cloud, networks and data
    • Understand modern IT infrastructure, networking principles and information management.
  • Emerging technologies
    • Explore evolving platforms and technologies such as AI-enabled systems and data-driven solutions.
  • Applied problem solving and project practice
    • Work through practical challenges that mirror professional IT contexts, building collaboration and delivery skills.
  • Ethics and professional practice
    • Apply technology responsibly, with a strong grounding in ethics, governance and social impact.
Curriculum details

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

Application deadline 15-Jan-2027

Start date 1-Feb-2027

To apply:

  • Applicants must comply with the Admission to Coursework Programs Policy that includes meeting a minimum ATAR requirement of 58.50.
  • Applicants must have completed the following prerequisites at year 12 level, or equivalent:
    • NSW
      • Assumed knowledge: English (Standard) (Band 2) or English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EALD) (Band 3).
      • Assumed knowledge: Mathematics Advanced.
    • Victoria
      • Units 3 and 4 – a study score of at least 30 in English (EAL) or 25 in any other English.

Alternative pathways or recognition of prior learning may be available.

How to apply

Fees and support

Fees and support

  • Total course fee: $20,436 – $39,268 AUD.*
  • FEE-HELP is available for eligible domestic students.
  • Tuition includes course delivery and support services; materials and software licenses may incur additional costs.

Fees & support

Prepare for a broad and adaptable career in IT

IT roles continue to evolve as organisations rely more heavily on digital infrastructure, secure systems and reliable technology services. Graduates of ACU’s Bachelor of Information Technology (Online) are equipped with a versatile skill set that supports employment across a wide range of industries, including business, health, education, government and technology.

Career opportunities may include:

  • IT support specialist or systems administrator
  • cybersecurity analyst
  • software or application developer
  • network or infrastructure engineer
  • database administrator
  • IT project or systems coordinator
  • technology or digital solutions consultant.
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Graduate with confidence, capability and direction

By graduation, you’ll be able to:

  • Apply programming and systems knowledge in practical IT environments.
  • Support and secure digital infrastructure and networks.
  • Work effectively across technical and non-technical teams.
  • Approach technology challenges with ethical awareness and professional judgement.
  • Adapt your skills as tools, platforms and industry needs change.

Your teachers

You’ll learn from experienced academics with strong industry and teaching backgrounds, bringing practical insight into every unit.

ACU’s approach emphasises student support, accessible educators and applied learning – ensuring you’re guided, supported and confident throughout your study.

What’s it like to learn online?

Study 100 per cent online with the flexibility to balance work, life and study. ACU’s digital learning environment offers interactive content, guided tutorials and ongoing academic support to help you stay engaged and on track from enrolment through to graduation.

Sources and disclaimer

  1. Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching. (2024). Graduate outcomes survey – Longitudinal 2024. https://www.qilt.edu.au.
  2. Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching. (2024). Employer satisfaction survey 2024. https://www.qilt.edu.au.

*Cost shown is with a Commonwealth supported place (CSP) applied. There are limited CSPs for our upcoming intake.