JCU IT students study essential core subjects such as Gamification and Games Design, Information Security, and Data mining. You can also choose from a wide variety of optional areas of specialisation, including JCU's revolutionary Internet of Things (IoT) course.

Prepare yourself for the future. JCU Information Technology graduates are highly skilled and ready for a competitive workforce.

The Bachelor of IT program is available on campus in both Townsville and Cairns and can also be completed online.

You could also undertake an Honours degree, which consists of extra study plus a personal research project and thesis.

View the Handbook for a detailed overview of available subjects.

Additional information

Honours

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) degree is available for high-achieving students. It consists of extra study and the development of a personal research project and thesis. An Honours degree is usually essential for entry to research higher degrees. Refer to the Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) Handbook for eligibility information.

JCU Information Technology graduates are ready to make a difference in a range of industry sectors.

You could pursue a career in a multinational corporation, a government department, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SME), or even in your own business. You could work in areas such as software development, design, gaming, and enterprise IT.

You could work as a network administrator, designer, systems analyst, or software developer.

Graduates are eligible to become an Associate Member of the Australian Computer Society (ACS).