Bachelor of Information Technology
2024 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2025 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Bachelor of Information Technology |
| Deakin course code | S326 |
| Faculty | Faculty of Science, Engineering and Built Environment |
| Campus | Offered at Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong) |
| Online | Yes |
| Duration | 3 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Course Map - enrolment planning tool | This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 1 2025 Course maps for commencement in previous years are available on the Course Maps webpage or please contact a Student Adviser in Student Central. |
| CRICOS course code | 053993D Burwood (Melbourne), Waurn Ponds (Geelong) |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 7 |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Indicative student workload
- Professional recognition
- Career opportunities
- Participation requirements
- Mandatory student checks
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Majors
- Minors
- Course structure
- Work experience
- Details of major sequences
- Details of minor sequences
- Other learning experiences
- Fees and charges
Course overview
In our digital world, the information technology (IT) industry is central to the way we work, learn, play, communicate and socialise. Build a solid foundation for your future career with core IT skills suitable across multiple industries. During Deakin’s Bachelor of Information Technology, you will gain the essential skills and experience required to embark on a career in IT, while developing specialist knowledge in an industry-relevant study area of your choosing.
This course will give you the opportunity to explore areas like programming, networking, cyber security, cloud applications, entrepreneurship, innovation and user-centred design. You will undertake a specialised capstone project and access co-working spaces enabling you to collaborate with like-minded peers and kickstart your own professional network. An honours year is available for high-achieving students interested in undertaking a focused research project.
Want a diverse career at the forefront of new technology?
The course offers you a range of industry-based learning opportunities to further develop your professional IT career, including hands-on practical experience in industry for eligible students. This practical experience enhances the future employment prospects of students without industry exposure, adding experience to your resume and developing your professional networks before graduation.
IT professionals play critical roles across a broad range of industries - from health care, education and finance, through to government, mining and agriculture. By studying information technology, you will enter a dynamic, innovation-driven industry with expansive employment opportunities.
Deakin’s Bachelor of Information Technology offers diverse majors and minors, so you can specialise in the area that interests you most and develop in-demand skills to pursue a range of careers.
We offer a combination of experiential learning and practical exposure, with access to industry-standard resources and world-class facilities. These include our $1.2 million robotics and Internet of Things (RIoT) lab, dedicated cyber security labs, networking labs, and virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) labs.
Beyond the labs, you will have a range of industry-based learning opportunities, including an IT placement of a minimum of 100 hours. With this extensive hands-on industry experience, you will gain practical expertise and develop valuable professional networks, ensuring you graduate job ready.
Students undertaking capstone units will have the opportunity to develop solutions to real-world problems from industry while learn agile project management methods widely used across the industry.
Our past students have worked on capstone projects such as:
- medical: a mobile app that tracks pupil responses to light
- real estate: a mobile app to track your notes about properties you view
- transport: planning a bus trip with real-time data
- gaming: children’s computer game to build their resilience
- architecture: a virtual reality space to assess architecture student projects
- security: voice-activated passwords
- political: a secure online voting system
- wellbeing: virtual reality experience focusing on altering moods
- education: online student social network 'Study Buddy'
- security: threat and assessment toolkit for cyber security.
Indicative student workload
You can expect to participate in a range of teaching activities each week. This could include lectures, seminars, workshops and online interaction. You can refer to the individual unit details in the course structure for more information. You will also need to study and complete assessment tasks in your own time.
Professional recognition
Deakin’s Bachelor of Information Technology is professionally accredited with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Career opportunities
IT is at the heart of innovation and productivity. It shapes the way we live, work, learn, communicate, socialise and entertain ourselves. It’s no surprise then that IT graduates are in high demand globally. Information Technology gives you the contemporary knowledge, skills and experience required for a successful and satisfying career as an IT professional.
Career opportunities include:
- application, software or game developer
- mixed and interactive experiences-creator
- Android/iOS developer
- digital designer or developer
- network specialist
- project manager
- security architect/cyber security analyst
- solutions architect
- technical architect
- UX designer
- web designer or developer
- technology consultant
- data analyst
- cloud architect
- application support analyst
- database administrator.
Alternatively, you can apply your skills in non-traditional fields, such as healthcare, education, government and business.
Participation requirements
Placement can occur at any time, including during standard holiday breaks. Learn about key dates at Deakin.
Elective units may be selected that include compulsory placements, work-based training, community-based learning or collaborative research training arrangements.
Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. More information available at Disability support services.
Mandatory student checks
Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other check.
Equipment requirements
The learning experiences and assessment activities within this course may require students to have access to a range of technologies beyond a laptop or desktop computer. For information regarding hardware and software requirements, please refer to the Bring your own device (BYOD) guidelines via the School of Information Technology website in addition to the individual unit outlines in the Handbook.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| Discipline-specific knowledge and capabilities | Develop a broad, coherent knowledge of the IT discipline, including its dynamic environment, with detailed knowledge of project management principles, and in-depth knowledge in the area of the chosen major. Design, develop and implement IT systems and software, and associated policies and procedures for optimal use and apply industry standards and best practice in one or more specialised areas of IT. Apply an in-depth knowledge of the roles of IT in the context of modern organisations and society and propose enhancements. |
| Communication | Communicate in a professional context to inform, explain and drive sustainable innovation through information technology, utilising a range of verbal, graphical and written methods, recognising the needs of diverse audiences. |
| Digital literacy | Use digital technologies, platforms, frameworks and tools from the field of information technology to generate, manage, process and share digital resources and solutions. |
| Critical thinking | Critically analyse information provided to inform decision making and evaluation of plans and solutions associated with the field of information technology. |
| Problem solving | Apply cognitive, technical, and creative skills from information technology to understand requirements and design, implement, and operate solutions to real-world and ill-defined computing problems. |
| Self-management | Work independently to apply knowledge and skills to new situations in professional practice and/or further learning in the field of information technology with adaptability, autonomy, responsibility, and personal accountability for actions as a practitioner and a learner. |
| Teamwork | Work independently and collaboratively to achieve team goals, contributing knowledge and skills from information technology to advance the teams objectives, employing effective teamwork practices and principles, and comprehending distinct workplace roles and their functions. |
| Global citizenship | Apply professional and ethical standards and accountability in the field of information technology, and engage openly and respectfully with diverse communities and cultures. |
Course rules
To complete the Bachelor of Information Technology students must pass 24 credit points and meet the following course rules to be eligible to graduate:
- DAI001 Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0-credit-point compulsory unit) in their first study period
- SIT010 Safety Induction Program (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
- STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
- 12 credit points of core units
- 3 credit points of information technology capstone units
- 9 credit points - one of:
- 1 major (6 credit points) and 3 credit points of open elective units
- 1 minor (4 credit points) and 5 credit points of open elective units
- 2 minors (8 credit points) and 1 credit point of open elective units
- a maximum of 10 credit points at level 1
- a minimum of 6 credit points at level 3
Students are required to meet the University's academic progress and conduct requirements. See the enrolment codes and terminology to help make sense of the University’s vocabulary.
Majors
Refer to the details of each major sequence for availability.
- Application Development
- Cloud Native Application Development
- Cyber Security
- Networking and Cloud Computing
Minors
Refer to the details of each minor sequence for availability.
- Application Development
- Cyber Security Network Operations
- Embedded Systems
- Game Design
- Network and Cloud Technologies
- Programming
- Security Management
- Virtual and Augmented Reality
Students wishing to complete two minor sequences in the Bachelor of Information Technology cannot count more than 2 units in common for both minor sequences.
Course structure
Core
| DAI001 | Academic Integrity and Respect at Deakin (0 credit points) |
| SIT010 | Safety Induction Program (0 credit points) |
| STP010 | Career Tools for Employability (0 credit points) |
| SIT102 | Introduction to Programming |
| SIT111 | Computer Systems |
| SIT103 | Database Fundamentals |
| SIT112 | Introduction to Data Science and Artificial Intelligence |
| SIT120 | Introduction to Responsive Web Apps |
| SIT182 | Real World Practices for Cyber Security |
| MIS201 | Digital Business Analysis |
| SIT224 | Information Technology Systems and Innovation |
| SIT216 | User Centred Design |
| SIT223 | Professional Practice in Information Technology # |
| SIT317 | Information Technology Innovations and Entrepreneurship |
| SIT328 | Communicating Information Technology Projects |
Information Technology capstone units:
| SIT374 | Team Project (A) - Project Management and Practices ^ |
| SIT378 | Team Project (B) - Execution and Delivery ^ |
| SIT306 | IT Placements and Industry Experience ^+ |
OR
| SIT374 | Team Project (A) - Project Management and Practices ^ |
| SIT344 | Professional Practice (2 credit points) ^+ |
# Corequisite of STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0-credit point compulsory unit).
^ Offered in Trimester 1, Trimester 2, Trimester 3.
+ Students must have completed STP010 Career Tools for Employability (0-credit point compulsory unit) and SIT223 Professional Practice in Information Technology.
It is important to ensure your course plan meets the course rules detailed above. Students should contact Student Central for assistance with course planning, choosing the right units and understanding course rules.
Electives
Select from a range of open elective units offered across many courses, you may even be able to choose elective units from a completely different discipline area (subject to meeting unit requirements).
Work experience
This course includes a compulsory work placement with an approved host organisation to take your learning beyond the classroom and prepare you to be work and career ready. Work Integrated Learning units offered in this course provide you with the opportunity to develop your professional networks and work practices while completing your degree.
Elective units may also provide additional opportunities for Work Integrated Learning experiences.
For more information visit Work Integrated Learning.
Details of major sequences
Application Development
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Online
Unit set code
MJ-S000085
Overview
Gain the knowledge to thrive in this fast-growing field. You'll master skills in planning, developing and managing software projects to build a wide range of profitable web apps, desktop apps, mobile apps and business apps.
Note: There may be a requirement for T3 enrolment - please seek course advice from Student Central if considering this major.
Units
| SIT232 | Object-Oriented Development |
| SIT221 | Data Structures and Algorithms |
| SIT305 | Mobile Application Development |
| SIT313 | Full Stack Development: Secure Frontend Applications |
| SIT323 | Cloud Native Application Development |
| SIT314 | Software Architecture and Scalability for Internet-Of-Things |
Cloud Native Application Development
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Online
Unit set code
MJ-S000078
Overview
Since the introduction of cloud computing in the early- mid 2000s, businesses have been using cloud technologies to build services with improved reliability and scalability. In recent years, this 'cloud transformation' of business has accelerated, requiring increased support for a remote and mobile workforce. Cloud technologies have now evolved to cloud native applications, for which there is a significant shortage of skilled professionals. Students completing this major sequence will develop skills in the cloud computing context and its technologies, learn how to develop web services (both front-end and back-end), and deploy cloud native applications using Kubernetes.
Units
| SIT232 | Object-Oriented Development |
| SIT233 | Cloud Computing |
| SIT226 | Cloud Automation Technologies |
| SIT313 | Full Stack Development: Secure Frontend Applications |
| SIT331 | Full Stack Development: Secure Backend Services |
| SIT323 | Cloud Native Application Development |
Cyber Security
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Online, Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Unit set code
MJ-S000041
Overview
Gain practical and theoretical knowledge in this critical aspect of IT. There will be an emphasis on understanding and assessing the need for IT security in a working environment, along with acquiring knowledge of the security solutions available. Additionally you understand the business, ethical and legal implications of risk management. You will learn in a cutting-edge study environment and graduate as a qualified IT professional.
Note: There may be a requirement for Trimester 3 enrolment - please seek course advice from Student Central if considering this major.
Units
| SIT190 | Introduction to Functions, Relations and Graphs * |
| SIT192 | Discrete Mathematics |
| SIT202 | Computer Networks and Communication |
| SIT282 | Computer Forensics and Investigations |
| SIT327 | Network Forensics |
| SIT379 | Ethical Hacking |
| SIT384 | Cyber Security Analytics |
* Students who have successfully completed Mathematical Methods 3 and 4 or equivalent may choose to replace SIT190 with an elective unit.
Networking and Cloud Computing
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Online, Waurn Ponds (Geelong)
Unit set code
MJ-S000063
Overview
Students studying this major will learn the concepts and technologies used in cloud computing including virtualisation, networks, and cloud systems. The major will allow students to develop the expertise required to construct software solutions using public and private cloud infrastructure.
Units
| SIT233 | Cloud Computing |
| SIT192 | Discrete Mathematics |
| SIT202 | Computer Networks and Communication |
| SIT232 | Object-Oriented Development |
| SIT323 | Cloud Native Application Development |
| SIT325 | Advanced Network Security |
Details of minor sequences
Application Development
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Online
Unit set code
MN-S000001
Overview
The Application Development minor will provide you with insight into the skills needed to develop a range of applications across various platforms.
Units
| SIT232 | Object-Oriented Development |
| SIT305 | Mobile Application Development |
| SIT313 | Full Stack Development: Secure Frontend Applications |
| SIT323 | Cloud Native Application Development |
Security Management
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Geelong (Waurn Ponds), Online
Unit set code
MN-S000003
Overview
The Security Management minor will give you the opportunity to use your learned managerial and cyber security skills to assist companies in their planning, governance and change policies, ensuring their resilience and defence of related threats.
Units
Four units from:
| MIS211 | Cyber Security and Governance * |
| MMH356 | Change Management * |
| MMM132 | Management * |
| SIT182 | Real World Practices for Cyber Security |
| SIT284 | Cyber Security Management * |
*Students in S326, S334 and S434 should undertake MIS211, MMH356, MMM132 and SIT284.
Cyber Security Network Operations
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Geelong (Waurn Ponds), Online
Unit set code
MN-S000004
Overview
The Cyber Security Network Operations minor provides the appropriate networking skills and techniques to maintain, support and protect this infrastructure within organisations. You will learn, understand and appreciate the role hacking plays in designing and developing resilient networks.
Units
| SIT192 | Discrete Mathematics |
| SIT202 | Computer Networks and Communication |
| SIT327 | Network Forensics |
| SIT379 | Ethical Hacking |
Embedded Systems
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Online
Unit set code
MN-S000005
Overview
This minor will focus on developing solutions that use hardware, software, sensors, actuators, prototyping platforms and systems software. Students will gain the skills and knowledge to solve real-world problems in smart-homes, the Internet of Things and robotics.
Units
| SIT122 | Robotics Studio |
| SIT225 | Data Capture Technologies |
| SIT210 | Embedded Systems Development |
| SIT329 | Advanced Embedded Systems |
Game Design
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Online
Unit set code
MN-S000006
Overview
Game design introduces the range of concepts relevant to an aspiring game designer. This spans from the terminology used in professional game design through to the aspects of game content design, design of rules and mechanics, and design to support the marketing and distribution of interactive applications.
Units
| SIT151 | Game Fundamentals |
| SIT253 | Content Creation for Interactive Experiences |
| SIT254 | Game Design |
| SIT283 | Development for Virtual and Augmented Reality |
Network and Cloud Technologies
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Online
Unit set code
MN-S000007
Overview
The Network and Cloud Technologies minor relates to developing expertise to construct solutions using virtualisation, enterprise networks, system security and cloud infrastructure.
Units
| SIT233 | Cloud Computing |
| SIT232 | Object-Oriented Development |
| SIT314 | Software Architecture and Scalability for Internet-Of-Things |
| SIT323 | Cloud Native Application Development |
Programming
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Online
Unit set code
MN-S000008
Overview
This minor allows you to explore the creation of software for computing resources currently revolutionising the world. it also helps build your understanding of programming structures and paradigms.
Units
| SIT221 | Data Structures and Algorithms |
| SIT232 | Object-Oriented Development |
| SIT313 | Full Stack Development: Secure Frontend Applications |
| SIT315 | Concurrent and Distributed Programming |
Virtual and Augmented Reality
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Online
Unit set code
MN-S000009
Overview
Virtual and augmented reality technologies are revolutionizing business processes, disrupting the way companies work with complex data sets, and enhancing educational and training practices. They contribute to novel therapies and treatments, and allow access to opportunities despite physical and geographical restrictions. They have also redefined the way we represent and interact with digital media - whether it be our holiday souvenir snapshots or the latest interactive gaming experience.
Units
| SIT183 | Interactive Application Design for Virtual and Augmented Reality |
| SIT283 | Development for Virtual and Augmented Reality |
| SIT253 | Content Creation for Interactive Experiences |
| SIT383 | Assembling Virtual and Augmented Reality Experiences |
Course duration
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as failing of units or accessing or completing placements.
Further information
Student Central can help you with course planning, choosing the right units and explaining course rules and requirements.
- Contact Student Central
Other learning experiences
To broaden your experience of the world, you will have an opportunity to participate in overseas placements and study tours as an elective option in your course.
Fees and charges
Fees and charges vary depending on the type of fee place you hold, your course, your commencement year, the units you choose to study, and their study discipline or your study load.
Tuition fees increase at the beginning of each calendar year and all fees quoted are in Australian dollars ($AUD). Tuition fees do not include textbooks, computer equipment or software, other equipment or costs such as mandatory checks, travel and stationery.
For further information regarding tuition fees, other fees and charges, invoice due dates, withdrawal dates, payment methods visit our Current students website.