Bachelor of Information Technology
at The University of Queensland, Queensland.
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 Queensland 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 | QTAC |
| 2023 | ATAR cutoff not published | QTAC |
| 2022 | ATAR cutoff not published | QTAC |
No verified cutoffs are available. Confirm the latest figure on the official QTAC cutoff release.
Prerequisite Year 12 subjects
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What you will study
The UQ Bachelor of Information Technology is a three-year ACS-accredited degree taught from St Lucia. Year one builds programming foundations in Python and Java, introductory software engineering, discrete mathematics and computer systems, plus an introduction to information systems and human-computer interaction. Students learn version control, debugging and basic data structures through weekly practicals and lab work. Year two develops the chosen major from options including software design, data science, cyber security, business information systems and user experience design. Core units cover databases and data modelling, algorithms and data structures, web and mobile application development, networks and operating systems, and software design patterns. Project-based assessment in teams becomes central, with realistic briefs and Agile workflows. Year three carries advanced major units (machine learning, distributed computing, security engineering, enterprise systems) and a capstone industry project where students build a working solution for an external client or research group. UQ emphasises Queensland and national industry links, with strong placement into banking, government, mining technology and the Brisbane startup scene.
Example first-year subjects
- Introduction to Software Engineering
- Programming Fundamentals (Python and Java)
- Discrete Mathematics for Computing
- Computer Systems Principles and Programming
- Information Systems and Databases
- Design Computing Studio (Human-Computer Interaction)
How you will be assessed
- Programming assignments and coding portfolios
- Team-based software projects with version control and Agile workflows
- Final exams of 40 to 60 percent in technical core units
- Laboratory and practical exercises with automated marking
- Capstone industry project with client deliverable and presentation
- 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 at the major banks, Suncorp and Brisbane tech firms
- Data analyst or data engineer in government and finance
- Cyber security analyst in government agencies and consultancies
- Systems or DevOps engineer at mining-technology and defence employers
- Business analyst or solutions consultant
- UX or front-end developer in startups and digital agencies
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
Graduates can pursue ACS certification and progress directly into technical roles. Postgraduate pathways at UQ include the Master of Data Science, Master of Cyber Security, Master of Computer Science, Master of Information Technology and the Master of Interaction Design. Strong students may enter an Honours year or research higher degrees (MPhil, PhD) in computer science. The MBA and Master of Business Analytics are common pivots for those moving toward product management or technology leadership.
Is this the right degree for you?
You probably thrive here if
- Students who enjoy building software and solving logical problems
- Those comfortable with maths-based reasoning and abstraction
- People who like collaborative team projects and iterative development
- Self-directed learners who pick up new languages and tools independently
- Students aiming for technical careers in industry rather than pure research
It is probably not for you if
- Students who dislike programming and debugging for long stretches
- Those uncomfortable with the maths foundations of computing
- Anyone hoping to avoid team projects and regular practical deadlines
Sources
Course details are summarised by ExamExplained, not copied from the university. Confirm course content and ATAR cutoffs on the The University of Queensland handbook and on QTAC before applying. Page generated at https://examexplained.com.au/uni/uq/bachelor-of-information-technology.