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Bachelor of Information Technology (Dean's Scholar)

Explore the full IT lifecycle. Build solutions for real challenges. Graduate ready for tomorrow's technology roles.

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For personalised assistance with UOW courses, please reach out to our Future Students Team:

Our team is available during Australian business hours, 9 am to 5 pm.

For other UOW contact details, click here.

If you’re planning to study at UOW immediately after finishing your HSC, International Baccalaureate (IB), or an interstate equivalent, you can apply for Early Admission to this course. Applications can be submitted via the UOW Early Admission website during the designated period, usually June – August each year.

Students can also apply through the .

If you’re a non-school leaver (e.g., completed Year 12 previously and/or have a TAFE qualification or equivalent), you can apply directly to UOW.

Before applying, please review the requirements, intakes, and deadlines for your chosen degree.

International students can apply to study at the ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµapp of ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµapp (UOW) in several ways. Your application options will depend on your individual circumstances.

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International students are encouraged to apply with the support of an approved UOW agent to help you navigate the application process, ensure that you submit all necessary documentation, and provide you with visa counselling services. Applying through an approved UOW agent is offered at no cost to students.

For your nearest agent, please see our UOW agent list.

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Australia: 1300 367 869. International: +61 2 4221 3218

Student ?
Year ?
Campus
ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµapp
ATAR-SR ?
95
Delivery ?
On Campus
Duration ?
3 years full-time, or part-time equivalent
Starts
  • Autumn 2026
Codes
CRICOS: 081894G
UOW: 1803

Overview

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Dean's Scholar) is designed for high-achieving students who want to challenge themselves academically while exploring the full breadth of information technology. You'll study the same comprehensive IT curriculum as those studying the Bachelor of Information Technology, building knowledge across programming, data management, systems analysis and design, networks and communications, cyber security, web technologies, project management and professional practice.

As a Dean's Scholar student, you'll receive special privileges throughout your studies, including accelerated learning opportunities and academic mentoring. You'll complete the normal course requirements for the degree while participating in an enriched academic experience designed for high-achieving students. You will also be encouraged to continue your studies through Honours and research programs.

You don’t need to arrive as an expert programmer. The course is designed to progressively build your technical capability while helping you discover where your interests lie.

Choose from listed majors, or follow a broader advanced IT pathway. Graduates are prepared for careers across software, systems, cyber security, networking, cloud computing, consulting and web development, and graduate with an Australian Computer Society accredited qualification.

Places are limited each year. After one year of full-time study in a relevant degree, you may be eligible to apply for a transfer into the Dean's Scholar degree if you achieve a weighted average mark (WAM) of 80.

See the for more information.

Technology is constantly evolving, so the ability to adapt, solve problems and apply technical knowledge is just as important as learning specific tools. Throughout the degree, you’ll work on practical projects that help you build these capabilities across a range of technology disciplines.

You might develop machine learning models to tackle challenges such as spam email detection, sentiment analysis or house price prediction. Other projects explore intelligent systems and advanced problem-solving, including autonomous technology simulations, image-recognition applications and optimisation challenges involving large datasets and interconnected systems. These experiences help you apply theory in realistic scenarios while developing programming, analytical and problem-solving skills.

In your final year, you’ll complete a team capstone project based on a workplace brief inspired by industry or provided directly by an industry partner. This experience brings together the technical, project management and communication skills developed throughout the degree while giving you experience working on a problem with real-world relevance. Previous industry-connected projects have involved organisations including Whale Logistics, Devika ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµapp and Micromax.

The degree also offers flexibility throughout your studies. You’ll complete foundational subjects shared with students from Computer Science and Business Information Systems before choosing a direction that aligns with your interests. You can specialise through the Network Design and Management or Web Design and Development majors, or follow a no-major pathway and build expertise across multiple areas of IT.

Beyond the classroom, there are additional opportunities such as the School of Computing and Information Technologies annual autumn TechExpo, exchange programs and entrepreneurship initiatives through iAccelerate provide additional ways to expand your experience, build professional networks and showcase your work.   

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Careers

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

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Dean's Scholar) is accredited by the .

Admissions information

A range of admission options are available for future students. The procedures governing admission are defined in UOW's , and the UOW College .

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

  • Academic Entry Requirements

    Applicants must achieve the required score in a previous qualification, equivalent to completing at least 13 years of schooling in Australia.

    To succeed in your chosen course, you should have completed relevant subjects in senior high school or other qualifications. For more information, refer to UOW's Entry Requirements page.

  • English Language Requirements

    The following level of English is required to gain admission to this program:

    English Test

    Overall Score

    Reading

    Writing

    Listening

    Speaking

    IELTS Academic

    6.0

    6.0

    6.0

    6.0

    6.0

    UOW College: English for Tertiary Studies: Pass (weighted average mark of 50 overall and minimum 50 in Academic Reading and Writing)

    Other qualifications may also be considered. Full details can be found on our English Language Requirements website.

  • Workload

    Full-Time Study Load

    As a full-time student, you can expect to commit around 48 hours of study per week. This includes class time and independent study. You may need to factor more time for examination study and practical work & placements.

    For more details on course workloads, please refer to the UOW Handbook.

  • Credit for Prior Learning

    Students may be granted exemption from certain first year subjects.

    If you have completed prior studies or relevant professional experience, you can request course credit or subject exemptions to reduce the duration and cost of your program.

    Credit for prior learning evaluates your previous study or work experience related to your chosen subjects.

    UOW values lifelong learning and recognises various types of prior learning, regardless of how or where it was obtained. For more information, refer to UOW's Credit for Prior Learning page.

More detail

International Course fees table
Campus Delivery method Session fee* Course fee*
ÁñÁ«ÊÓÆµappOn Campus$21408 (2026)$128448 (2026)

* Session fees are for one session for the year shown. Total course tuition fees shown are indicative, and are based on normal course length and progression. These fees are subject to change from year to year. However, if you receive an offer to study at UOW, your fees will be fully confirmed at the time of your offer.

Tuition fees are reviewed annually: fees payable are dependent on the year of commencement and are subject to increase during the period of study

Additional Fees

In addition to tuition, there are other fees and costs you will need to consider, including but not limited to:

  • Autumn Session, 2026 at UOW

    Application Deadline
    Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete. If submitted late, your application may be reviewed for a future session if a decision cannot be made in time for your preferred session. 

    ApplicationDate
    Domestic (UAC Early Bird)30 September, 2025
    International9 December, 2025
    Domestic (direct)31 December, 2025
    Domestic (UAC final round)29 January, 2026

    Session Details
    For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates

     Date
    OrientationCheck your campus details
    Session start2 March, 2026
    31 March, 2026
    Mid-session recess20 - 24 April, 2026
    Session end25 June, 2026
  • Autumn Session, 2027 at UOW

    Application Deadline
    Applications must include all required documents to be considered complete. Applications submitted after the advertised closing date will still be accepted. We will endeavour to process late applications in time for the nominated session, however this cannot be guaranteed.

    ApplicationDate
    Domestic (UAC Early Bird)30 September, 2026
    InternationalSee International students page for key application cut-off dates
    Domestic (direct)31 December, 2026
    Domestic (UAC final round)28 January, 2027

    Session Details
    For more detailed information like enrolment cutoffs and exam periods, see key dates

     Date
    OrientationCheck your campus details
    Session start1 March, 2027
    31 March, 2027
    Mid-session recess19 - 23 April, 2027
    Session end24 June, 2027

    Indicative enrolment

    The tables below contain information on the 2025 commencing student cohort, which indicates the likely profile of students for 2026.

    Student profile

    This table shows the breakdown of the applicant background of the student group at UOW for this course. It provides data on students that commenced undergraduate study and continued study beyond the census date at UOW in 2025.

    Student profile table
    Applicant background 2025 intake 2025 intake (%)
    Higher education study 0 NA
    Vocational education & training study 0 NA
    Work & life experience 0 NA
    Recent secondary education
    ATAR Only 0 NA
    ATAR plus additional criteria 0 NA
    Other criteria only (non-ATAR) 0 NA
    International students 0 NA
    All students 0 100%

    < 5: Number of students is less than 5
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (hidden to prevent calculation of other numbers less than 5)

    ATAR profile

    This table relates to all students selected on the basis of ATAR alone or ATAR in combination with adjustment factors. For more information on adjustment factors commonly available to applicants, see ATAR-based admission.

    ATAR profile table
    ATAR profile of ATAR-based offers in 2025 ATAR Selection Rank
    Highest rank to receive an offer <5 <5
    Median rank to receive an offer <5 <5
    Lowest rank to receive an offer <5 <5

    < 5: Less than 5 ATAR-based offers made
    N/A: Data not available for this item
    N/P: Not published (less than 5 ATAR-based offers made)

    More information

    For more information about UOW admission pathways, see UOW Admission Information.