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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Information Technology (Software Development)

Course code: #CT5

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Information Technology (Software Development)

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2022)

    $25,100 AUD

  • Application fee

    $25 AUD

  • Duration

    3 years

  • PSW

    4 years

  • Min GPA

    60 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    092108D

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 30-November-2022 2022-11-30
Winter-July 30-April-2023 2023-04-30
Fall-March 31-December-2023 2023-12-31
Winter-July 30-April-2024 2024-04-30

Overview

Bachelor of Information Technology (Software Development)

Knowledgeable, high-profile professionals are the backbone of the IT industry. 

This program at Federation University allows you to learn new programming languages, architecture and paradigms to create new software applications.

You will complete subjects in dynamic web development, data structures and algorithms and agile coding, and electives that will add breadth and depth to your studies. 

The curriculum reflects the current and future needs of practising software developers aimed to advance your skills in the first and second years of the curriculum so that you can apply your knowledge to a final-year project.

On completion, you may seek employment that involves identifying new areas of software process improvements to produce measurable business benefits. 

Your communication skills will be an asset as you report project progress, anomalies, risks and issues.

Graduates may also be involved in software release and post-release activities, including product launches and implementation roles such as installation, configuration, programming/customisation, integration and data migration.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$34,400

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $8,340
Accommodation 1 bed room $9,300
Tuition 1 person $25,100

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic transcripts/results
  • Graduation/completion certificates for any completed qualifications
  • Official English language translations for all documents not in English
  • Proof of English language proficiency (if applicable)
  • Passport or visa documents (if applicable)
  • Confirmations of Enrolment (CoEs) (if applicable)
  • Syllabuses/detailed course outlines if you require a credit assessment.

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
5.5
listening
5.5
writing
5.5
speaking
5.5
reading

TOEFL

60
7
listening
18
writing
16
speaking
8
reading

PTE

50
42
listening
42
writing
42
speaking
42
reading

Cambridge

169
162
listening
162
writing
162
speaking
162
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

The English and Academic Preparation (EAP) program is a non-award University accredited access and preparatory pathway program for non-English speaking international students intending to undertake undergraduate and postgraduate degree studies at Federation University Australia.

International students cannot apply directly for EAP programs, they must apply for an Undergraduate or Postgraduate program and provide their English test scores.

Federation offers a range of English pathways to degree programs.

ProgramdurationEntry requirementLead to
English and Academic Preparation 4 (20 weeks)

Intermediate for students with IELTS 5.0 overall (with no band less than 5.0) or equivalent.

Advanced for students with IELTS 5.5 overall (with no band less than 5.5) or equivalent.

Graduate for students with IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band less than 6.0) or equivalent.

The equivalent of an IELTS 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0), 

IELTS 6.5 (with no band less than 6.5) or 

IELTS 7.0 (with no band less than 6.5) to commence study.

English and Academic Preparation 3 (15 weeks)

Intermediate for students with IELTS 5.5 overall (with no band less than 5.0); or equivalent.

Advanced for students with IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band less than 5.5); or equivalent.

Graduate for students with IELTS 6.5 overall (with no band less than 6.0); or equivalent.

The equivalent of an IELTS 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0), 

IELTS 6.5 (with no band less than 6.5) or 

IELTS 7.0 (with no band less than 6.5) to commence study.

English and Academic Preparation 2 (10 weeks)

Intermediate - for students with IELTS 5.5 overall (with no band less than 5.5); IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band less than 5.0); or equivalent.

Advanced - for students with IELTS 6.0 overall (with no band less than 6.0); or IELTS 6.5 overall (with no band less than 5.5); or equivalent.

Graduate - for students with IELTS 6.5 overall (with no band less than 6.5); or IELTS 7.0 overall (with no band less than 6.0); or equivalent.

The equivalent of an IELTS 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0), 

IELTS 6.5 (with no band less than 6.5) or 

IELTS 7.0 (with no band less than 6.5) to commence study.

English and Academic Preparation 1 (5 weeks)

Intermediate - for students with IELTS 6.0 overall (no band less than 5.5); or equivalent.

Advanced - for students with IELTS 6.5 overall (with bands less than 6.0); or equivalent.

Graduate - for students with IELTS 7.0 overall (with no band less than 6.5); or equivalent.

The equivalent of an IELTS 6.0 (with no band less than 6.0), 

IELTS 6.5 (with no band less than 6.5) or 

IELTS 7.0 (with no band less than 6.5) to commence study.


Academic background and requirement

Successful completion of Australian Year 12 with final-year mathematics courses or overseas equivalent.

Students with post-school qualifications (e.g. diplomas, advanced diplomas) may be considered for admission with advanced standing or credit (recognition of prior learning).

China:

  • Gao San (Senior High Year 3) (Year 12) with an average of 75% in four academic subjects. OR
  • 高考Gao Kao cut-off score for Tier 2 Chinese Universities. OR
  • Completion of one-year post-secondary study with at least an average score of 70% at a recognized institution.

India: 

  • Completion of All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE) or Indian School Certificate (CISCE) with an average of 60% in the best four academic subjects*.
  • OR Higher Secondary Certificate with an average of 70% (for Punjab and Haryana) or 65% (for other State Boards)in the best four academic subjects*

*excludes local languages, work experience, physical education and other nonacademic subjects

Pathways:

Foundation Studies Program

This pre-university program is designed specifically for students to meet the requirements to enter the first year of an undergraduate degree or one of the Higher Education Diplomas.

University studies: Enrolling in single subjects (courses) allows you to demonstrate your ability to succeed in the study at this level. 

Re-apply with credit to the Bachelor of Information Technology for the next intake.  Recommended subjects include:

  • ITECH1101 IT Problem Solving
  • ITECH1103 Big Data And Analytics

Note: Foundation Access Studies (FAST) program is not available to international students.

Career opportunities

  • Database administrator
  • IT manager
  • IT team leader
  • Programmer
  • Project manager
  • Software developer
  • Software engineer
  • Web developer
  • Software designer
  • Tester

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