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Bachelor of Information Technology (Web Design and Development)

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Student ?
Campus ?
ATAR-SR ?
75
IB Admission Score ?
28.25
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Autumn 2025
  • Spring 2025
  • Autumn 2026
  • Spring 2026
Codes
UAC: 754300
UOW: 1807

Overview

Information Technology experts create or manage computer-based applications, systems and networks. Build your knowledge across underlying sciences, IT, engineering and mathematical methodologies when you study a Bachelor of Information Technology at UOW.

You will study the fundamentals of computer science and IT: programming, problem-solving, network and communications, web technology, data management, system analysis, human-computer interaction, and project management.

The Bachelor of Information Technology provides foundation knowledge of organisational areas in IT, from: database management, programming, information systems analysis and design, communications and networks, security, project management, web-based technology, and professional practice in IT.

You can specialise in a major by choosing one or more of the following majors:

  • Network design and management (Wollongong and Liverpool)
  • Web design and development (Wollongong campus only)

See the course handbook for more information.

If you do not wish to select a major, you will complete advanced subjects providing you with specific knowledge while equipping you with professional knowledge and skills in information technology.

With the Bachelor of Information Technology, you will study real-world projects and interact with and learn from industry professionals to ensure your job-readiness upon graduation.

You can specialise in a major by choosing from the following: 

Major 

Campus Availability 

Network Design and Management 

Liverpool (On Campus) 
Wollongong (On Campus) 

Web Design and Development 

Wollongong (On Campus) 

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Web Design and Development (major)

With more communication and commerce being conducted online than ever before, the web provides incredible opportunities for businesses and individuals working in web development. Web designers and developers create visual architecture for the web using code that is clean, maintainable, user-friendly and responsive to changing business needs and customer requirements.

This major provides you with the technical knowledge to design and develop effective websites and web applications for online shopping, online auctions, employee kiosks, online catalogues or social networks. You'll learn about issues related to usability and accessibility, navigation, site structure and information architecture.

Web development subjects include web graphic design, interface design, standardised code and proprietary software, user experience design, and search engine optimisation. You will also complete a final-year capstone team project.

Careers

  • Business Analyst
  • Information Systems Specialist
  • IT Application Analyst
  • IT Support
  • Security Engineer
  • Software Engineer
  • Systems Administrator
  • Systems Analyst
  • Systems Engineer
  • Web Developer
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Accreditation & professional recognition

The Bachelor of Information Technology is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting requirements for membership at a 'Professional' level.

Admissions information

The University assumes students will have studied any two units of English. Ideally, students will have studied Mathematics Advanced or Mathematics Standard 2.

A range of admission options are available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's Admissions Procedures, and the UOW College Admissions Policy.

For specific advice or to ask any questions regarding an application, please contact the UOW Future Students Team.

More detail

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available. For eligible domestic students, Australian government funding will contribute towards your tuition fees. The remaining proportion, known as a student contribution, will depend on when you begin study (enrolment year) and study area. Read more domestic student fees and CSPs.

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