This 4-year degree has been designed to produce high-quality graduates for leadership roles in the IT industry. The degree will meet the demands of students who perform exceptionally well in the NSW HSC (or equivalent) and the demands of the IT industry itself for capable, multi-skilled graduates.

The Bachelor of Information Technology has been developed in extensive consultation with industry to ensure graduates are equipped for the changes demanded in this dynamic area. Within the degree students have considerable flexibility, and the opportunity to undertake a major research project.

This program offers majors in computer science or information systems.

What is information systems?Information systems involves creating computer systems which satisfy individual and organisational needs. Information systems encompasses issues such as:

• strategic planning
• system development
• system implementation
• network design and management
• operational management
• end-user needs and education.

Rather than being about developing and enhancing the performance of computers, information systems is about making computer systems work for people.

What is computer science? Computer science involves the study of computers and the programs that run on computers. No previous programming knowledge is assumed, but students are expected to graduate with sound knowledge and skills in the following areas:

• languages such as Java, C, C++ and Python
• computer programming, including the study of algorithms, data structures, networks and operating system internals.

This major will appeal to the more technically-minded students who wish to contribute to the future development and support of technology. Within the structure of the Bachelor of Information Technology or Bachelor of Computer Science and Technology, students are encouraged to explore their interests, by enrolling in units from a range of other disciplines such as psychology, languages, biology, philosophy, geography or commerce. This can give domain-specific knowledge useful to the application of information technologies in that area. 

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Course completion requirements

Students are required to complete 192 credit points

On campus attendance pattern

Full time

End qualification

Bachelor

Professional recognition

Students completing this degree are eligible for associate membership with the Australian Computer Society

Course level

Bachelor

Honours availability

Additional honours course

Handbook website link

http://www.usyd.edu.au/handbooks/engineering/03_bespec_e_InfoTech.shtml