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Interested in Information Technology?
Information Technology reaches into every facet of life – work, family, sport and leisure. The ever evolving way we use and leverage technology means there are new opportunities in this profession emerging every year, UniSA is a great place to start your I.T. journey.
We're dedicated to creating strong IT leaders through a comprehensive choice of industry-relevant degree programs, which combine real-world experience with the expertise to succeed. Our qualifications are designed to reflect what employers tell us they want and expect of graduates.
Most of our IT degrees share a common first year so you can change specialisations after one year with no loss of credit for courses you’ve already done. We have a broad range of specialisations available, including in Mobile Application Development, Software Engineering, and Games and Entertainment Design.
Students will have the opportunity to put their learning into practice with UniSA's unique collaboration with DXC Technology. Second-year Bachelor of Information Technology students will be able to to apply for the 6-month paid internship with DXC Technology in the second semester of their third year, which will count for a full semester's academic credit.
Among our postgraduate offerings is the unique Master of Information Management (Library and Information Management), one-of-a-kind in South Australia, plus offerings in Cybersecurity and Data Science.
Study at the number one university in South Australia for graduate careers1, teaching quality2 and student satisfaction3 in I.T
1ComparED (QILT) Graduate Outcomes Survey 2018-20, Computing and Information Systems –Full-time Employment Indicator (Undergraduate). Public SA-founded universities only.
22021 Good Universities Guide –Computing and Information Systems (Undergraduate and Postgraduate)
3ComparED (QILT) Course Experience Questionnaire 2019-20, Computing and Information Systems –Overall Satisfaction Indicator (Postgraduate). Public SA-founded universities only.
Key features
- Access facilities such as the Gaming Lab, IT Development and IT Innovation Studios.
- No.1 in SA for graduate careers in IT.3
- Gain real-world experience through projects and placements with industry partners such as Fujitsu Australia, SA Water, Uniting Care Wesley Adelaide and more.
- A common first year across IT degrees means you can switch between specialisations, and get credit for already completed courses.
- Opportunity to undertake 6-month paid internship with DXC Technology in the Bachelor of Information Technology.
- Flexible study options including part-time and online study.
- Learn from world-class researchers in Information Technology.4
- No.1 in SA for student satisfaction in I.T.5
3ComparED (QILT) Graduate Outcomes Survey 2018-20, Computing and Information Systems – Full-time Employment Indicator (Undergraduate). Public SA-founded universities only.
4Results in Information and Computing Sciences - 2018 Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA)
5ComparED (QILT) Course Experience Questionnaire 2019-20, Computing and Information Systems – Overall Satisfaction Indicator (Postgraduate). Public SA-founded universities only.
With more than 200 industry partners, we offer you opportunities to get real-world experience through projects and placements. Our partners include Fujitsu Australia, SA Water, Uniting Care Wesley Adelaide and more. UniSA is also home to several research centres:
- Australian Research Centre for Interactive and Virtual Environments
- Computational Learning Systems Lab
- Industrial and Applied Mathematics
- Innovative Telecommunications Research
- Phenomics and Bioinformatics Research
All have world-renowned links and associations that provide a dynamic teaching and research base for our students. During your studies you will also have access to world-class facilities such as the Gaming Lab, IT Development and the IT Innovation Studios.
UniSA is an unstoppable university for unstoppable people. As one of the World’s Top Young Universities*, we’ll ensure you get the experience your future profession demands so it’ll feel like you’re studying one minute and in a career the next.
UNSTOPPABLE ® is a Kellogg Company trade mark used under licence. *Ranked #25, 2020 THE Young University Rankings. Ranked #29, 2021 QS Top 50 Universities Aged Under 50
UniSA offers the following Information Technology degrees
Choose your level of study
World-class partners for a world-class university
We are a globally connected university with over 2,500 industry and professional relationships that support student internships, research and community engagement.
The IT industry is very diverse. The skills employers are looking for can be very different, even between jobs with the same title. Well-trained professionals with broad skills are in high demand, particularly in business, defence, mining, and application and software development.
By 2023, employment in ICT is expected to grow strongly in Australia. The availability of roles is expected to increase by:
- 25,500 jobs for software and applications programmers (or 21 per cent)
- 2,300 jobs for ICT business and systems analysts (or 9.5 per cent)
- 8,200 jobs for ICT managers (or 13.9 per cent)
- 8,100 jobs for ICT Network and Support professionals (or 15.3 per cent)1
Explore a range of IT and computing careers here.
1 Australian Government Department of Jobs and Small Business, Occupational Employment Projections 2018
Global networks
We are a globally connected university; our staff and students come from over 90 countries. We have more than 2,500 industry and professional relationships that support student internships, research and community engagement.
UniSA also has extensive research strengths and partnerships that provide a strong foundation for all our degree programs:
- The Advanced Computing Research Centre (ACRC) is at the forefront of research and innovation in computer science, software engineering and information systems. The ACRC combines academic rigour and research experience with a highly collaborative approach to provide new and cost-effective computing solutions
- The Centre for Industrial and Applied Mathematics (CIAM) brings together researchers in pure and applied mathematics to discover, understand and interpret natural phenomena and apply mathematics to important industrial and social problems
- The Institute for Telecommunications Research is an internationally recognised research organisation, specialising in research, education, and technology development for wireless communications with fixed, mobile, satellite and terrestrial applications
- The Phenomics and Bioinformatics Research Centre (PBRC) works to advance biological science through the development and application of mathematical, statistical and computational techniques. PBRC research has applications to important global problems, such as improving the resilience of food crops to environmental stresses
See where a career in IT and computing could take you
Are you interested in persuing a career in defence, cybersecurity, programming, software development, data science, networking, gaming entertainment or software engineering? Explore where a career in information technology and computing can take you.
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How do I apply?
The way you apply for UniSA will depend on the undergraduate or postgraduate coursework degree you're interested in studying.
The majority of applications are made via the South Australian Tertiary Admissions Centre (SATAC). Check out more information on the SATAC website and follow the appropriate process for your degree of interest.
There are a small number of degrees that you need to apply for through the other processes, either direct to the Academic Unit or through the Apply Online portal. The process you need to follow will be listed on the 'How to Apply' section of the degree homepage, but you'll also be taken to where you need to go if you hit the 'apply' button.
If you are interested in studying one of our 100% online degrees you'll need to apply directly to UniSA Online.
You can find more information about the application processes for UniSA on our How to Apply webpage.
If you're more interested in applying for a postgraduate degree by research, check out and follow the information in our step by step guide to applying. -
Is there a closing date for applications?
Applications for all degrees will close ahead of study commencing, but the timelines may vary for undergraduate and postgraduate degrees.
Undergraduate
The deadline to apply to study a degree at UniSA for semester one (commencing late February) and be guaranteed equal consideration is generally in very late November or early December. While you may be able to apply after this date, you are not guaranteed to be considered equally with other applicants and your application may not be assessed in time for the main round of offers. More competitive degrees may not make any offers after the main offer round. Find more information on the Key Dates section of the SATAC website, but you can also call the Future Student Enquiries team for more information on 08 8302 376.
Postgraduate
Many postgraduate by coursework degrees do not have set closing dates. The exceptions are highly competitive degrees, so it is best to check – either on the degree homepage on the SATAC website or by checking with our Future Student Enquiries team.
As most postgraduate applications are assessed as they are submitted and offers are continuous, there are no set closing dates for applications. Degrees can be filled and closed with little notice so it is best to apply as soon as possible to avoid missing out on a place. For more information, please contact our Future Student Enquires team on (08) 8302 2376 or submit an enquiry. -
What credit can I receive for previous studies?
You may be eligible for credit or advanced standing for your chosen UniSA degree based on your previous studies, if they are in a related area and completed within a certain timeframe. Receiving credit or RPL will reduce the number of courses you undertake within the degree, and may also reduce the overall duration of your degree. You can read more about our pre-existing credit agreements through our online Credit Assessor. If you have related industry experience, you may also be eligible to receive recognised prior learning (RPL) for this experience. Credit and RPL is assessed by the Program Director once you've received an offer, and you apply through UniSA's current student experts, Campus Central.
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Can I speak to someone regarding my study options?
Future Student Enquiries welcomes the opportunity to meet with you to discuss your study options at UniSA. We can discuss degree information, entry requirements and pathways, applications, general career outcomes and student life, so you have the information to make the best study decision for your future. Head to our Book an Appointment webpage to find a date and time to speak with us, and take your next steps on journey to university study.
Study at UniSA
Apply now to study at the No.1 university in Australia for overall experience in IT1.
12020 Good Universities Guide - Computing and Information Systems.
What others are saying
Throughout my time at university, I’ve been lucky enough to have access to real-world work experience and many opportunities for my career. I was selected as one of ten students to represent UniSA on a fully-sponsored three-week software engineering internship in Vietnam. I also got the opportunity during my honours year to be placed in an ICT project with real clients. Overall, UniSA has provided me with all the relevant knowledge and hands-on experience I need before entering the workforce and it's given me a solid foundation for a career in software engineering.
Swetha Krishnagopal
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)
Employment: Boeing Defence Australia
Role: Graduate Software Engineer
My degree has provided knowledge in all aspects of information technology, software, and networking, which also helped me to land a Graduate Software Engineer job at one of Australia’s leading defence companies months before I even graduated.
Louis Nathan
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)
Employment: Saab Australia
Role: Graduate Software Engineer
My advice to anyone considering studying software engineering at UniSA would be to keep up with the work week-by-week and don’t be afraid to ask for help from your lecturers and tutors – they have all been very helpful. It was through one of my lecturers that I was offered a job as a software engineer. This opportunity was invaluable to my career development by offering me experiences that will set me apart from other graduates.
Thomas Lake
Bachelor of Software Engineering (Honours)
My degree has given me experience in cybersecurity, networking, management, and expanded my programming knowledge. I already work in a part-time job as a junior developer, creating interfaces and applying the skills I’ve learnt during my studies.
Monique Baker
Bachelor of Information Technology
Employment: GTSgroup
Role: Support Engineer
Why study at UniSA?
As one of the most innovative universities in Australia and Asia, there are many reasons to study with us. Here are just three:
Accessible, helpful and flexible
We have six campuses, a 24/7 online learning environment, and we offer flexible study options like online and evening courses.
Graduate success
UniSA is South Australia's number one university for graduate careers.*
*ComparED (QILT) Graduate Outcomes Survey 2017-19 – Full-time Employment Indicator (Undergraduate). Public SA- founded universities only.
A five star university
Five stars for research, teaching, employability, internationalisation, facilities, social responsibility and innovation.*
*2020 QS Stars Ratings
