About the course

We live in an ICT age: computers, smartphones and networks are used by everyone, everywhere, as an enabler and driver of innovation. There is great demand for graduates who understand computing technology and create innovative solutions to help people and benefit organisations. In this program you will:

　　Develop vital skills in problem solving, designing artificial worlds and making ideas come to life while working on cutting-edge technology

　　Study the foundations of computing and business, along with courses in cyber security, programming and project management

　　Develop specialist skills in data management, and in developing and using information systems to solve business problems

　　Build hands-on experience through a professional work integrated learning course

　　Complete placements designed to get you job-ready

　　Gain industry certification (Microsoft, ITS, Cisco and more) at no extra cost as you complete courses Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Sippy Downs
Semester 1 (February), 2024	Petrie
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Sippy Downs
Semester 2 (July), 2024	Petrie
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Sippy Downs
Semester 1 (February), 2025	Petrie
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Sippy Downs
Semester 2 (July), 2025	Petrie
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Petrie
Semester 1 (February), 2026	Sippy Downs
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Sippy Downs
Semester 2 (July), 2026	Petrie

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of the Sunshine Coast

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades. International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma - successful completion with minimum score of 24 (minimum score of 4 in each of six subjects). Global Assessment Certificate (GAC) - successful completion with a minimum GPA of 2.3

　　IELTS (Academic)- Overall score of 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each subtest. TOEFL: Paper-based - Overall score of 550 with minimum essay score of 4, TOEFL: Internet-based - Overall score of 76 with minimum score of 18 for writing

　　

English language requirements

　　6.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 76.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of the Sunshine Coast. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

　　Pathway options to study at this institution

　　

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　　501st / 1250

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