The Bachelor of Information Technology curriculum is designed to provide a solid foundation in core IT areas while allowing for depth in specialized fields relevant to industry demand. A full-time study load usually consists of 200 credits (approximately eight units) per year, with 100 credits (approximately four units) in each semester, totaling 600 credits for the degree.

1. Fundamental Programming and Core IT Skills:
   • Early units focus on foundational programming concepts, data structures, algorithms, and an introduction to computer systems and networks. Emphasis is placed on practical application using languages like Python.
2. Network and Systems Management:
   • Develops skills in configuring and managing computer networks, understanding operating systems (with a focus on Linux), and securing IT infrastructure.
3. Software Development and Databases:
   • Covers the principles of software engineering, database design and management, and potentially web or mobile application development.
4. Cybersecurity Fundamentals:
   • Introduces key concepts in cybersecurity, preparing students to understand and mitigate common digital threats.
5. Specialization Options (through electives/stream focus):
   • While specific ‘majors’ within BIT might vary, the course structure typically allows for emphasis in areas like:
     • Software Development
     • Network and Systems Administration
     • Cybersecurity (foundational)
     • Business Information Systems (if cross-listed)
6. Capstone Project:
   • In the final year, students typically undertake a significant capstone project, often in collaboration with industry, to apply their cumulative knowledge and skills to a real-world IT problem.

• Academic qualifications
  • Successful completion of Australian Year 12 (WACE) or equivalent secondary education qualification.
  • A minimum Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) of 70 (or equivalent).
  • Prerequisites: A scaled score of 50 or more in ATAR Mathematics Applications (or equivalent). This prerequisite can also be met through successful completion of specific Curtin foundational mathematics units (e.g., MATH1013, MATH1014, MATH1015).
  • International equivalent qualifications are assessed on a case-by-case basis (e.g., International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma with at least 24 points; GCE A-levels with a minimum of 5 points from two or three subjects; Indian School Certificate (ISC) or All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE) with an average of 60% in best four subjects, or Higher Secondary School Certificate with 65% in best five subjects).
• Alternative Pathways:
  • Curtin offers pathways such as the Unready Enabling Program, Certificate IV completion, or specific bridging courses for Indigenous applicants.

Language Proficiency

• English language requirements (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL)
  • For international students, demonstrated English language proficiency is required. Acceptable tests include IELTS (Academic) with a minimum overall score of 6.0, with no individual band score less than 6.0, or equivalent scores such as PTE Academic (overall 50, with no section less than 50) or TOEFL iBT (overall 70, with minimums: L17, S16, R17, W19).