Information and Communication Technology (ICT)

Dive headfirst into the rapidly evolving world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) – one of the most transformative forces shaping our lives, communication, and customer experiences.

Our AI major equips you not just with the theoretical knowledge, but with the practical skills and business acumen to become a driving force in this exciting field. Throughout your studies, you'll explore topics such as machine learning, digital disruption and manipulation, and visualisation. You'll also apply technical skills to core business principles, identifying and developing ICT-based solutions for maximum impact.

Learn from industry guests and work with state-of-the-art technology including, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, analyse real-time data using AI models, and gain practical experiences across various AI subfields.

Ever dream of turning your app ideas into a reality? Or want to design websites that captivate and engage? This major will equip you with the essential expertise to develop innovative and user-friendly apps and websites.

Gain a deep understanding of programming languages, software development methodologies, and web design principles, enabling you to develop cutting-edge applications and visually appealing websites that cater to the needs of businesses and individuals alike.

You'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge mobile technology and cloud software frameworks, where you will work through all stages of the software development life cycle from inception through to implementation and testing. You'll graduate prepared, not just for a job, but for a thriving career tackling real-world projects, collaborating with industry partners, and shaping the future of digital interaction.

Bring a wide variety of gaming and creative technology to life as you study the intricate processes and technologies of interactive systems and game development. You’ll learn to design, model and program with industry-leading technologies, tools and languages, including VR/AR technology applied in the game and multimedia industries.

In this major, you have the opportunity to undertake an optional study tour to the USA, subject to availability. This trip explores various major corporations and includes a leading game developers conference.

Dive into cybersecurity and emerge as a skilled operator of digital infrastructure. This major will give you an understanding of these risks, including encryption systems, penetration testing, and eForensics. Plus, you’ll learn how to protect businesses and systems, skills that are needed for organisations of all sizes across all industries.

This major equips you with the in-depth knowledge and hands-on skills to evaluate, protect, and secure computer systems and networks against evolving cyber threats. You'll go beyond theory, gaining practical experience with cutting-edge industry equipment.

In the major, explore interdisciplinary knowledge and skills that underpin the development of sustainable societies and solutions. Informed by international and local research, practice, and theory, this major allows you to develop specialist expertise across the physical and social sciences and humanities, emphasising student-led and problem-based learning.

It provides the frameworks for developing sustainability-oriented solutions in a range of fields and is relevant to a wide range of careers.

Choosing a double degree allows you to deepen your knowledge within two separate study areas. This means you can pursue your career and follow your passion at the same time. And when you graduate, you’ll have a set of skills that will really set you apart.

The Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology can be combined with a number of other degrees. Visit the Double Degrees page to learn more.

For honours course information, please visit Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology (Honours)

For postgraduate course information, please visit Information Technology and Systems

This unit introduces you to the fundamentals of distributed networked environments, primarily focusing on wired networks but also examining some of the different approaches in wireless networks. Successfully completing this unit will provide you with the background knowledge and practical experience to go on to obtain micro-credentials in the Cisco CCNA 1 Introduction to Networks course, which is the first of three modules in the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) industry certification.

You'll be introduced to the basics of game development technology and game design through an intensive process, learning practical skills for developing games and applying them in the creation of your own small game in the Unity game engine. Additionally, you'll have the option to complete a Unity certification course at the conclusion of the unit. This certification is designed for aspiring developers who wish to create their own games or apps, or for those planning to pursue further studies in game development, STEM, or animation.

This unit introduces the topic of game design and production. You'll work in teams to design and develop a prototype of your design using an agile development methodology. After completing this unit, you will be given the option to complete a Unity certification course. The Unity certification is designed to showcase your programming skills, demonstrating competencies from debugging to user interface.

This unit delves into cybersecurity management within the business context, covering threat and risk analysis, security policy development, incident prevention and response, privacy issues, professional conduct, and global legislative efforts addressing privacy and cybersecurity concerns. After successfully concluding this unit, you'll be provided with the opportunity to obtain the Fortinet Cybersecurity Awareness and Technical (NSE 1–3) professional industry certification. This will provide you with an independent validation of your network security skills and experience.

You'll be introduced to project management principles, techniques, and tools that can guide traditional business-oriented ICT projects, as well as adaptations designed to support the development of more creative ICT projects. Studying this unit will offer you the opportunity to apply for the PMBOK Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) professional industry certification. Possessing PMBOK certification demonstrates your ability to manage larger projects and showcases your general project management skills.

Studying this unit introduces you to principles and practices of developing secure and intelligent cloud-based web applications. It covers topics and technologies related to Cloud Computing, such as virtual machines, Linux, Apache servers, and web services, alongside scripting languages such as PHP or NodeJS. After successfully completing this unit, you will have the opportunity to undertake the AWS Cloud Practitioner Essentials training and prepare for the AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner (Foundational) certification. Holding AWS certification demonstrates your understanding of AWS Cloud and your ability to utilise it.

This unit introduces programming skills in Python, fostering algorithmic thinking for problem-solving and proficient expression of ideas through code. It covers computer fundamentals, including data types, variables, expressions, statements, and input/output handling. Advanced topics such as control structures, functions, data structures, modules, error handling, and recursion are also explored to manage program complexity effectively.

This unit delves into the dynamic realm of virtual reality (VR), mixed reality, and cutting-edge technologies for human-machine interaction. It explores their potential impact on computing paradigms and user interactions. You'll be introduced to advanced human-computer interfaces like VR, augmented reality (AR), and tangible user interface (TUI) technologies, considering interface design principles from both human and technological perspectives. The course covers hardware, software, and design elements of virtual interfaces with applications in medicine, education, design, and entertainment. Practical tutorials offer hands-on experience in developing basic interface applications using various tools. After successfully completing this unit, you will receive the opportunity to obtain the Unity Certified User: VR Developer professional industry certification. The Unity certification is designed to highlight your virtual reality skills, demonstrating to employers or further study programs your competency.

Completed a Diploma of ICT Professional Practice and looking for the next step? Study a Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology and choose from 8 majors.