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Course structure
This course requires successful completion of 240 credit points which includes twelve core subjects, and eight elective subjects which can be chosen from any discipline available at Sydney City Campus.
Students undertaking a major need to complete the specific major subjects in place of some elective subjects. Majors available :
Cyber Security
Networking and Cloud Computing
Software Development
Course overview
The Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology (ICT) is a professional course that will provide you with solid skills and a knowledge base in ICT.
It will provide you with the skills to apply practical solutions to ICT including systems analysis and design, application development, program design, networks, web development and the implementation of technology.
Networking and Cloud Computing
The Networking and Cloud Computing major provides students with in-depth knowledge for the analysis, design, and implementation of cloud and networked systems. It offers students the opportunity to develop the technical skills needed for the management and secure operations of a broad range of systems, including LANs, WANs, wireless and mobile networks, and large heterogeneous networks.
Term 1, 2024 subjects
COMP 1005 Programming Fundamentals
INFO1003 Professional Practice, Communication and Ethics
Choose an elective
If students wish to accelerate their degree, they may register in the following 4th subject :
Choose an elective
Career opportunities
As a graduate of the Bachelor of Information and Communications Technology degree, you can look forward to career opportunities, such as network administrator or engineer, systems architect, systems integrator, database administrator or programmer, web analyst, community/ commercial web systems designer/ developer, software quality analyst, business programmer, software engineer analyst, systems developer, games developer, and information systems manager.
Industry engagement
This course offers the opportunity to interact with industry partners, offering valuable insight and networking opportunities. During the course you will have the opportunity to work on an industry-based problem, hear from guest lectures and visit course-relevant industry sites.
Professional recognition
Australian Computer Society (ACS)
Pathway option
Pathway options are available for students who may not qualify for direct entry into a degree program at Western Sydney University. Complete a diploma at SIBT and enter the second year of your university studies.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
June 2025
Sydney City Campus
Level 4, 255 Elizabeth Street,
SYDNEY,
New South Wales,
2000, SYDNEY, Australia
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please
March 2025
Sydney City Campus
Level 4, 255 Elizabeth Street,
SYDNEY,
New South Wales,
2000, SYDNEY, Australia
Successful completion of Year 12, successful completion of a recognised foundation studies program, 1 year of university studies or completion of a qualification equivalent to an Australian AQF Certificate IV. Your English language proficiency test must be no more than two years old at the time of your commencement at Western Sydney University.
IELTS (ACADEMIC VERSION): 6.5 overall score Minimum 6.0 in each subtest
TOEFL INTERNET-BASED SCORE: Total score 82 Writing 21, Speaking 18, Reading 13, Listening 13
PEARSON TEST OF ENGLISH (PTE) ACADEMIC: 58 overall No communication skills less than 50
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
Western Sydney University, Sydney City Campus provides state-of-the-art facilities in a diverse and innovative learning environment.
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