The Bachelor of Information Technology (Honours) is your stepping stone into the exciting world of research in computing and information technology (IT). If you are a high achieving student who has completed a bachelor degree in computing, information technology or related discipline and wish to advance your knowledge and problem solving skills through research training, this may be the right course for you. The Honours program prepares graduates for entry into higher degree by research courses and also to conduct research in the industry. It provides them with the necessary research skills, knowledge and attitude to achieve these goals. Students will have the opportunity to learn advanced computational approaches and IT techniques used in data and information processing, management and analysis. Honours students will typically conduct a substantial research project under close supervision of one or more academic supervisors. While the course has a distinct structure, it also has the flexibility to meet the differing needs of students wishing to specialise in different areas. Most Honours students are sponsored by a scholarship from the University and/or the Faculty.

Eligible graduates may continue further studies into a higher degree by research such as Doctor of Philosophy or Master by Research. Graduates will also acquire a competitive edge in securing employment in the Information Technology industry sector.