Bachelors of Information Technology/Science (BInfTech/BSc)
Information valid for students commencing 2016
Duration
4 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2016
Semester 1 (29 Feb, 2016)
Semester 2 (25 Jul, 2016)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2228
Faculties
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
Science Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Information Technology/Science:
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Information Technology/Science:
Dual Degree Planner
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
BInfTech: Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B.
BSc: Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B plus one of Chemistry or Physics.
Additional application information
Students undertaking the BSc (Computer Science) may not enrol in the BInfTech/BSc dual program.
AQF level
Refer to your component degrees for AQF level.
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Information Technology course list and the Bachelor of Science course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Please refer to the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au) for details of closing dates for the submission of applications, documentation and changes of preference.
How to applyEnquiries for Australian students
BInfTech: Manager, Academic Administration, EAIT Faculty; BSc: Faculty of Science
Email: enquiries@eait.uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 4777
Duration
4 Years full-time
Commencing 2016
Semester 1 (29 Feb, 2016)
Semester 2 (25 Jul, 2016)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
64
Program code
2228
Faculties
Engineering, Architecture & Information Technology
Science Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Course lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Information Technology/Science:
Component Degrees
Component Degrees that make up the Bachelors of Information Technology/Science:
Dual Degree Planner
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
BInfTech: Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B.
BSc: Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B plus one of Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 042119D
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
view the English proficiency policy.View the entry requirements for international students.
AQF level
Refer to your component degrees for AQF level.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Information Technology course list and the Bachelor of Science course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: Outside Australia: + 61 3 8676 7004
Within Australia (Free Call): 1800 671 980
Why study the Bachelors of Information Technology/Science?
The BInfTech includes many features designed to make study attractive and engaging to students while producing graduates tailored to meet the needs of industry. This degree offers hands-on, project-focused study as well as a chance to do a 'sandwich' period of workplace experience. Bachelor of Science students are able to select from a broad based set of courses which lay the foundation for completion of a specialised major in later years.
Note: Students enrolled in the BSc component of the BInfTech/BSc prior to 2008 should refer to the 2007 BSc program list.
What you can study
Course Lists
Courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelors of Information Technology/Science :
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Bachelor of Science
- Archaeological Science / Extended Major
- Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Major
- Biomedical Science Major
- Chemistry Major
- Ecology Major
- Food Science Major
- Genetics Major
- Geographical Sciences Major
- Geological Sciences Major
- Marine Science Major
- Mathematics Major
- Microbiology Major
- Physics / Extended Major
- Plant Science Major
- Psychology / Extended Major
- Statistics Major
- Zoology Major
Bachelor of Information Technology
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
Study options
Graduates will have the opportunity to progress to the following programs:
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
Prerequisites
BInfTech: Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B.
BSc: Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B plus one of Chemistry or Physics.
Additional application information
Students undertaking the BSc (Computer Science) may not enrol in the BInfTech/BSc dual program.
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
BInfTech: Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B.
BSc: Queensland Year 12 or equivalent English, Mathematics B plus one of Chemistry or Physics. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 042119D
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ,
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Information Technology course list and the Bachelor of Science course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the program rules, the Bachelor of Information Technology course list and the Bachelor of Science course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Additional costs
- Courses that include a field trip component may incur additional costs to cover transport, accommodation and food.
What you can do with a Bachelors of Information Technology/Science
Careers
BInfTech: Career opportunities are extensive because computer usage is almost universal. Graduates are likely to find employment in government; commercial enterprises; industrial organisations; computer manufacturers; public utilities; local authorities; universities or as private consultants. Additional information is found in the Information Technology Prospectus. BSc: Information on employment opportunities is available in the Science Prospectus.
Professional memberships
Graduates may be eligible for membership with the following organisations:
- Australian Computer Society
Program rules for the Bachelors of Information Technology/Science
To complete the Bachelors of Information Technology/Science
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelors of Information Technology/Science, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
A student is required to obtain #64 comprising -
- (i) at least #6 from Part A; and
(ii) at least #14 from Part B including #12 of Level 3 or higher (ie. late year courses).
In the BSc students must complete either: one major or one extended major.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
