Bachelor of Information Technology
at The University of Adelaide, South Australia.
An Australian Computer Society accredited IT degree covering software development, data, networks, cybersecurity and human-computer interaction. Most providers include a capstone industry project.
ATAR cutoff history
Published cutoff data for the The University of Adelaide Bachelor of Information Technology. We never invent figures; entries marked "not published" mean the university or admissions centre has not released a verified cutoff for that intake.
| Intake year | ATAR cutoff | Admissions centre |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ATAR cutoff not published | SATAC |
| 2023 | ATAR cutoff not published | SATAC |
| 2022 | ATAR cutoff not published | SATAC |
No verified cutoffs are available. Confirm the latest figure on the official SATAC cutoff release.
Prerequisite Year 12 subjects
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What you will study
First year at the University of Adelaide builds programming and computing foundations: introductory programming, problem-solving and data structures, discrete mathematics, web and database fundamentals, and an introduction to computer systems and networks. Weekly practicals and small coding assignments run alongside lectures. Second year broadens into software engineering, data and algorithms. You study object-oriented and systems programming, database systems, computer networks, operating systems and human-computer interaction, with growing team-based project work. Adelaide offers specialisation strands such as cybersecurity, data science and software engineering, with links to the state's defence and space technology sectors. Third year is specialisation and a capstone. You take advanced electives in areas like machine learning, cybersecurity, cloud computing or software architecture, and complete an industry-linked capstone project for a real client. ACS accreditation expects this practical project work, which gives graduates portfolio pieces for graduate-developer applications.
Example first-year subjects
- Introduction to Programming
- Problem Solving and Software Development
- Discrete Mathematics for Computing
- Web and Database Computing
- Computer Systems and Networks
- Foundations of Computer Science
How you will be assessed
- Programming assignments and coding projects
- Final exams in algorithms, systems and theory courses
- Team software-development projects with version control
- Practical lab exercises and online quizzes
- Capstone industry project report and demonstration
- Technical reports and design documentation
Career outcomes
- Graduates work as software developers, data analysts and cybersecurity analysts across financial services, government and technology firms.
- Common destinations include graduate developer programmes at the major banks, Atlassian, Canva and federal-government technology agencies.
- Many alumni progress into product management, solutions architecture and engineering management roles within five years.
Professional accreditation
- ACS Professional accredited
Typical first jobs
- Graduate software developer or programmer
- Data analyst or junior data scientist
- Cybersecurity analyst
- Systems or network administrator
- IT support or business analyst
- Web or applications developer
- Defence or government technology graduate
Graduate starting salary
$65,000 - $78,000 per year
Source: https://www.qilt.edu.au/surveys/graduate-outcomes-survey-(gos). Last reviewed 2026-05-24.
After graduation
Most graduates move directly into graduate developer, analyst or systems roles. Australian Computer Society accreditation supports the Certified Professional pathway. Strong students take an Honours year or proceed to a Master of Computer Science, Master of Data Science, Master of Cyber Security or coursework masters in artificial intelligence. Adelaide's defence and space ecosystem also opens pathways into specialist systems and security roles requiring security clearances.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Students who enjoy logical problem-solving and coding
- Those comfortable with mathematics and abstraction
- People who like building working software and systems
- Students keen on teamwork and client-facing projects
- Self-directed learners who keep skills current
It is probably not for you if
- Students who dislike maths, logic or sustained debugging
- Those wanting a low-screen, hands-off-keyboard career
- People uncomfortable with rapidly changing tools and languages
- Students seeking a single regulated profession at graduation
Sources
Course details are summarised by ExamExplained, not copied from the university. Confirm course content and ATAR cutoffs on the The University of Adelaide handbook and on SATAC before applying. Page generated at https://examexplained.com.au/uni/adelaide/bachelor-of-information-technology.