Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology
University of Tasmania - Hobart
Overview
With a focus on providing you with the skills to compete for employment in the ICT industry globally, a Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology (BICT) gives you the knowledge and ability to stand out in the constantly changing technology landscape.
The BICT is a specialist degree with both a theoretical and practical focus. It develop technological understanding and skills that are in high demand world-wide, plus builds project management and other business soft-skills that make you an ICT professional.
You'll develop knowledge and capabilities in communication, design, development and management and learn what it takes to implement and integrate ICT within an organisation. You will also complete a hands-on project that gives you real-world experience before you even start your career.
You will graduate with the skills and knowledge to grow into leadership positions; the drive to act on entrepreneurial ambition; and the confidence to pursue research and graduate studies.
Catalyst Program
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Majors available
All our ICT majors can be commenced in either Hobart or Launceston.
Artificial Intelligence, Business Analysis, and Geospatial Information Systems are not currently able to be completed entirely Launceston. Please see below for more information.
| Hobart | Launceston | |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial Intelligence* | Artificial Intelligence is available in Hobart | Artificial Intelligence is available in Launceston |
| Business Analysis* | Business Analysis is available in Hobart | Business Analysis is available in Launceston |
| Computer Science | Computer Science is available in Hobart | Computer Science is available in Launceston |
| Cyber Security | Cyber Security is available in Hobart | Cyber Security is available in Launceston |
| Data Science | Data Science is available in Hobart | Data Science is available in Launceston |
| Games and Creative Technology | Games and Creative Technology is available in Hobart | Games and Creative Technology is available in Launceston |
| Geospatial Information Systems** | Geospatial Information Systems is available in Hobart | Geospatial Information Systems is available in Launceston |
| Software Development | Software Development is available in Hobart | Software Development is available in Launceston |
*Offered in Hobart, and Launceston (Year 1 and 2 only)
**Offered in Hobart, and Launceston (Year 1 only)
Potential Career Outcomes
Information and Communication Technology is a core function of industries all over the world. It contributes to everything from maintaining a company’s daily operations, to eScience, productivity gains, innovation, expansion, and job growth. This gives you truly global job opportunities, allowing you to forge a great career wherever your interests take you.
This is a career that rewards professionals who can take initiative and work independently, and rewards those who can multi-task and adapt. It is great for people who like to lead, as well as those who like operating in a team environment.
Career Opportunities with ICT
Graduates often enter technical positions, such as software programmer, network administrator, systems or business analyst, and web design/development. These allow you to apply your skills and knowledge while building on the industry experience already gained from your time studying with us.
Technical roles progress to management and leadership positions, typically with 3-5 years’ experience, setting you up in a career for life that goes wherever you want it to. These include project management, business analyst, testing/network/systems manager, database administrator, security specialist, and much more.
Whether it's designing apps or websites, running virtual reality tours, building the latest gaming sensation, or working at a bank leading advancement in cyber security, a career in Information and Communication Technology will set you up for life.
Careers relating to technology are growing, with employers demanding technical expertise across a wide variety of different industries. Here are some of the top jobs projected to grow in the next five years.
- Computer System Design and Related Services is expected to grow 17.6% by 2024*.
- The employment demand for ICT workers is forecast to grow by 100,000 between 2018 and 2024. Citation: ACS Australia’s Digital Pulse 2019 report
* ABS Labour Force Survey, National Skills Commission trend data to May 2019 and projections to 2024.
ATAR & Selection Rank
The table below shows the ATAR and Selection Rank information for those offered places wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR in 2022.
| ATAR-based offers only, across all offer rounds | ATAR (excluding adjustment factors) | Selection Rank (including adjustment factors) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest rank to receive an offer | 99.25 | 99.25 |
| Median rank to receive an offer | 74.67 | 74.67 |
| Lowest rank to receive an offer | 50.1 | 50.1 |
<5 - Less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made
Admission Criteria
Please refer to the University of Tasmania website for admission criteria information.
This information is sourced from Course Seeker, a joint initiative between the Australian Government and the Tertiary Admission Centres. View more information on Course Seeker.
University
University of Tasmania
Campus
Hobart
Course Type
Bachelors Degree
Study Area
Computer Science and Information Technology
Indicative ATAR
50.10
Delivery Mode
On-campus
Duration
Full-time: 3 years, Part-time: Available
Course Link
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- State
- TAS
- Type
- University
- Courses
- 242
- Campuses
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Australian Maritime College, Launceston Cradle Coast Hobart Sydney
Please note that these statistics simply refer to the information we have in our database. This is not an exhaustive list of courses offered at University of Tasmania. Please refer to the institution's website for the most current information.
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