IT class
B-INFTEC

Information Technology

Bachelor degree

This course covers fundamental programming and security skills of modern computing and computer networks.

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Course outline
  • Qualification
    Bachelor of Information Technology
  • Duration

    Duration

    3 years full-time
  • Credit

    Credit

    600
  • CRICOS

    CRICOS

    0100818
  • Location

    Location

    Curtin Perth,  Curtin Singapore
Course outline

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2023

Semester 2

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2024

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2025

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2026

Semester 1

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Semester 2

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2023

Trimester 3A

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2024

Trimester 1A

On campus

Trimester 2A

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2025

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Trimester 2A

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2026

Trimester 1A

On campus

Trimester 2A

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Course outline

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Outline

Outline

This course covers fundamental programming and security skills of modern computing and computer networks, specialising in various aspects of distributed computing.

You will use Python as a tool for learning network and other programming. Linux skills are taught throughout the course, starting with the basics and progressing to advanced topics.

You'll develop a sound knowledge of computer systems and processes involved in software development and maintenance.

This degree is designed to prepare you for careers in high-demand areas of computing. Curtin works closely with industry partners both to optimise course content and provide final-year placement opportunities to suitable students.

If you perform well in the first year of this course you can apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Computing course. If you perform exceptionally well, you can apply to transfer to the Bachelor of Advanced Science (Computing) course, although acceptance is not automatic. In both cases, full credits will be transferred to the new course.

Double degree options

You can study a Bachelor of Information Technology as part of a double degree with a Bachelor of Technology (Computer Systems and Networking).

See our handbook for more course information.

How this course will make you industry ready

Curtin works closely with industry partners both to optimise course content and provide final-year student placement opportunities.

What jobs can the Information Technology lead to?

Careers

  • Computer programmer
  • IT professional
  • Computer security professional
  • Software engineer/developer

Industries

  • Applications and software development
  • Cyber security
  • IT analysis

Further study

What you'll learn

  • apply computer networking concepts to develop solutions and protect systems related to information technology
  • evaluate information technologies in a manner that is appropriate for a given problem and think critically and creatively to generate innovative and optimum theoretical and practical solutions
  • identify, evaluate and synthesise information from a range of technology sources to optimise the process of network design and implementation
  • document information technology activities and artefacts and communicate them in written and oral form to both technical and non-technical audiences and communicate effectively in ways appropriate to the audience and purpose
  • effectively use new and existing technologies, recognising their advantages and limitations
  • sustain intellectual curiosity by updating their knowledge, engage in continuous training and research, and take control of their own learning and development
  • recognise and apply IEEE/ACM/ACS standards and best practice in process software design and development
  • contribute to society using technology in an ethical, legal, and socially responsible manner

Professional recognition

This course is accredited by the Australian Computer Society.

Credit for recognised learning (CRL)

Use your experience to get credit towards your degree

Finish your course sooner with credit for your previous study or work experience.

Fees and charges

Fee information is not available for this course at this time. Find estimated course fees.

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Location

For start dates, please view the academic calendar.

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2023

Semester 2
  • On campus

2024

Semester 1
  • On campus
Semester 2
  • On campus

2025

Semester 1
  • On campus
Semester 2
  • On campus

2026

Semester 1
  • On campus
Semester 2
  • On campus
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2023

Trimester 3A
  • On campus

2024

Trimester 1A
  • On campus
Trimester 2A
  • On campus
Trimester 3A
  • On campus

2025

Trimester 1A
  • On campus
Trimester 2A
  • On campus

2026

Trimester 1A
  • On campus
Trimester 2A
  • On campus

All endeavours are made to ensure location information for courses is up to date but please note they are subject to change.

The University reserves the right to withdraw any unit of study or program which it offers, to impose limitations on enrolment in any unit or program, and/or to vary arrangements for any program.

How to apply

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Please note that each campus has different application deadlines. Please view our application deadlines page for further information.

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  • Curtin course code: B-INFTEC
  • CRICOS code: 0100818
  • Last updated on: 2 December 2023

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