The Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional Practice) is accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS) and is a highly innovative program with a real edge for those looking to work in IT.
An internship is embedded within the program which sees you undertake 1600 hours of work integrated learning with IBM® in Ballarat, Victoria, allowing you to develop relationships and establish networks for future employment or mentorship opportunities. Our close partnership with IBM has recently seen us win the Award for Excellence in Student Engagement at the Engagement Australia 2020 Excellence Awards.
In the final two years of the program, you will receive a scholarship worth $42,000.
This program offers core subjects in first year, to help you build a strong foundation in information technology, in addition to the required technical and problem solving skills, and in second and third year, you may purse an interest area in either software development or cloud and mainframe.
To help you balance your study load, subjects are offered across semester 1 and 2, as well as throughout summer.
With the opportunity of employment at IBM®*, or another of our industry sponsors, our unique program is designed to ensure you are industry ready when you graduate as an ACS accredited professional.
*Students must meet IBM® graduate recruitment requirements and be eligible to work in Australia.
The Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional Practice) has been developed in conjunction with IBM® to produce graduates who have an appreciation of the culture of work as an entrepreneur and business IT professional.
Graduates have a significant competitive advantage, having gained significant industry experience and an appreciation of the culture of work as an IT professional. You will have a wide variety of career opportunities in small, medium and large businesses, industry and government. Upon completion, you will graduate with one year's work experience, and the opportunity to apply for a position at IBM.
Those students undertaking the Enterprise Computing stream may also be in a position to apply for graduate positions with alternative corporate employers based on completed work experience summer placements.
Sample structures are just one example of the many options available within your chosen course. Please contact Federation University for further information on available options.
Please note this is a sample structure only and is not to be used for enrolment purposes. To enrol, please refer to the information provided to you by Federation University for your individual program structure or view our enrolment information page.
To view current subject information and cost, click on the individual subject name below, or click here to view current subject information and cost for ALL subjects.
Industry experience is a key and compulsory component of this program - you will undertake the equivalent of one year full time work experience with IBM (and/or other industry sponsors).
Your industry experience, or work experience, with IBM is completed in the second and third year of your degree.
Admissions Criteria for current Year 12 students and recent secondary graduates (the past 2 years)
This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.
A study score of 35 in any Business or any Information Technology equals 3 aggregate points per study. Overall maximum of 5 points.
Applicants who have experienced educational disadvantage are encouraged to apply for the Special Entry Access Schemes (SEAS). Depending on eligibility and your circumstances, a SEAS application may provide support for your course application.
This course uses the applicants’ entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Compulsory: Previous higher education studies with results at a pass level, including any 'single subjects of study', or successful completion of a tertiary preparatory program such as the FedUni Foundation Access Studies Program (FAST).
This course uses the applicants’ entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Compulsory: Successful completion of a relevant VET qualification at Certificate III level or higher.
This course uses the applicants’ entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.
Compulsory: Applicants who have not completed secondary education, or undertaken any TAFE or university studies should include a personal statement detailing all relevant experience to strengthen their application.
Compulsory: All applicants must attend an interview to be considered for selection. Details about the interview process will be communicated to applicants via email after the close of timely applications.
Applicants adding this program at Change of Preference must email admissions@federation.edu.au to request an interview.
The application method varies depending on your circumstances, please visit our How to apply page for further information.
VTAC application: Yes
VTAC code: 3700537201 (Mt Helen), 3700837201 (On-line Learning)
Direct application: Yes
Federation University code: CI5
CRICOS code: 049564D
Fees are subject to change annually.
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Annual tuition fees are per 120 credit points which represents 1 EFTSL or a standard full-time study load for a year.
The estimated annual fees are indicative only. The tuition fees you pay will vary depending on the subjects you choose to study as each subject has its own credit point value and cost. The total cost will vary depending on the subjects you choose, your study load and the time it takes to complete your course.
As a Commonwealth Supported Place student, you may be eligible to defer payment of your student contribution through the HECS-HELP loan scheme. Please visit our HECS-HELP webpage for further information.
Other feesYou may need to pay some other fees such as the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF).
Can your studies count towards a degree with us? Use our online Credit Search to get the details on completing your studies sooner.
Candidates seeking alternate entry to this course can consider the below options:
| Defined TAFE pathway |
* 120 credit points is the equivalent of one-year full time study. |
| Other TAFE studies | Apply for a relevant TAFE course, at any TAFE provider, and then apply to articulate into this program. You may receive credit for TAFE studies undertaken, which will be individually assessed upon request, after you enrol in your bachelor level course. |
| Bridging programs |
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| University studies | Consider beginning your IT studies with our degree Bachelor of Information Technology. |
Credit will be considered if you have successfully completed higher education or TAFE studies relevant to this degree. Advanced standing will be determined on an individual basis, depending on your eligibility for credit transfer, prior experience and qualifications.
Satisfactory completion of this course can lead to the Bachelor of Science (Honours), as a prelude to a higher degree in research or a professional qualification.
This program holds Professional Level accreditation with the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Apply for a Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional Practice) and fast-track your career in IT. The Bachelor of Information Technology (Professional Practice) program includes a scholarship worth $42K and an internship at IBM, a multinational technology company, in Mt Helen, Ballarat: Domestic Webinar: Be career ready. Combine your IT or Business course with an IBM scholarship webinar.
To help you get the most from your online learning experience, it's important that you own or have frequent access to a fast and reliable computer that's ideally not more than two years old.
You will also need frequent access to a reliable high-speed internet connection. You should expect to use approximately 5GB of data each month, per course, just for study use.
For further information, visit the Minimum IT requirements for studying online webpage.
A range of student services are available at most campuses. For further information on these services or for course information, please contact us on 1800 333 864.
The commencement of all programs is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
All information contained in this program overview including the availability of programs and fees, is correct at the time of being published, however the University reserves the right to alter any program, procedure or fee. Students should check for any amendment prior to enrolment.
CRICOS Provider No.00103D
Please note: This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding to eligible individuals.
National RTO Code: 4909