Bachelor of Digital Transformation (IT)
Emerging technologies and rapid industry innovation mean the need for highly skilled IT professionals is greater than ever.
Course essentials
English requirements
Overall Academic IELTS band score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent.
Entry requirements
Credit
A full-time study load is 120 credits a year (usually four 15-credit units each semester). 120 credits equal one equivalent full-time student load (EFTSL). Each credit point equals about 10 hours of learning, so a 15-credit unit means roughly 150 hours.
Duration
Start dates
26 July 2027
22 November 2027
Locations
Course overview
This degree will provide you with a comprehensive skill set covering units in cybersecurity, programming, data and information systems, web design, user experience, and the transformation of enterprises with digital technologies. It’s the ideal platform for an exciting career, with unlimited opportunities.
IT requirements
To do this course you’ll need a fast and reliable computer and access to high-speed internet. Expect to use about 5GB of data per month for every unit you’re doing. Find out more about the minimum IT requirements for studying with us.
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The fine print
The commencement of all courses is subject to available funding and enrolment quotas.
Everything in this course overview is correct at the time of being published. However, the University reserves the right to alter any course, procedure or fee. Please check for changes before you apply or enrol.
Federation University uses Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding (for eligible students) to deliver training.
School department
Information Technology
Course co-ordinator
Xiaohui Zhao
Career paths
Fees and scholarships
Tuition fee information
The indicative fee above is based on a typical first-year enrolment for this course and should be used as a guide only. Your fee will depend on the time it takes to complete your course and any approved credit you receive.
How it’s calculated
The amount is based on the course annual fee for 1 EFTSL (120 credit points). For 0.5 EFTSL (60 credit point) courses, the certificate fee is displayed.
Scholarships
There’s a range of scholarships and grants available. Find out what you can apply for.
Course details
Start dates
Semester 1, 2027
1 March 2027
Locations
Melbourne city (on campus)
Semester 2, 2027
26 July 2027
Locations
Melbourne city (on campus)
Summer 2027
22 November 2027
Locations
Melbourne city (on campus)
Contact hours
You’d be looking at about 25-30 hours per week (if you’re full time), but this includes on-campus classes and self-directed study (i.e. homework).
Work integrated learning
This course provides you with real experience in your chosen profession, through our Co-operative Education Model.
You will undertake a minimum of 60 days (450 hours) paid placement relevant to your studies - contributing directly to course credits.
This can be completed full time over one semester, part time over an extended period or in blocks embedded into your subjects. Federation University Co-op offers flexibility to suit your existing work, personal and study commitments.
Sample course structure
Here’s what the course structure could look like. It’s just an example (so don’t use it for enrolment). Interested in the details? You can find current course structure or select a single unit name below to find out what it’s about and how much it costs.
- User Centred Design15 credit pointsITECH1501
- Connected Systems15 credit pointsITECH1504
- Digital Literacy15 credit pointsITECH1500
- Data and Information Systems15 credit pointsITECH1503
- Professional Identity (Information Technology)15 credit pointsCOOPI1001
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals15 credit pointsITECH1502
- Foundations of Programming15 credit pointsITECH1400
General Electives
- Azure DevOps Initiative15 credit pointsGPSIT2012
- Data Modelling15 credit pointsITECH2004
General Electives
- Robotic Process Automation: Business Analyst and Developer Foundation15 credit pointsGPSIT2009
- Analysing the Modern Business15 credit pointsITECH2305
- Web Design15 credit pointsITECH2003
- AI Governance and Assurance15 credit pointsITECH2119
- Co-operative Placement 1 (Information Technology)30 credit pointsCOOPI2011
- User Experience15 credit pointsITECH3001
- Project 115 credit pointsITECH3208
- Co-operative Placement 2 (Information Technology)30 credit pointsCOOPI2012
- Transforming Enterprises With Digital Technologies15 credit pointsITECH3507
- Project 215 credit pointsITECH3209
Entry requirements
Academic entry requirements
Successful completion of Australian Year 12 with final-year mathematics courses, or overseas equivalent.
English language requirements
Overall Academic IELTS band score of 6.0, with no band less than 6.0, or equivalent.
If you’re an international student currently studying VCE in Australia, apply through VTAC. If not, find out how to apply directly to Federation University.
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Ready to fill out your application? You might need these codes:
- Direct application
- Yes
- Federation University code
- IX5
- CRICOS code
- 116408A
Hear from our staff
Hi, my name is Dr Gour Karmakar and I am the Associate Professor in Information Technology and Program Coordinator of Bachelor of IT Gippsland and Networking and Security stream at Federation University. My favourite part of this program is that it comprises contemporary and in-demand courses and streams such as Business Information Systems, Big Data, Analytics, Networking and Security and Software Development. They enable students to get highly paid jobs such as data scientist, cyber security and networking specialist, software engineer and business analyst. The program not only focuses the development of theoretical knowledge but also underpins on hands-on experience and contemporary tools. Using contemporary tools they equip students with sufficient knowledge and technical foundational skill to apply in different business context. What makes our program different from other universities is that we are collaborating with industry to embed co-op education, that is co-design, co-delivery and co-assessment of the courses. Besides, authentic assessment is the bedrock of this program. The coordination of co-operation is also mapping the courses to relevant vendor certification which help students become job ready and secure great job. Fun fact, that I occasionally write poetry and like walking in the morning. So please study this course and join Federation University.