Start dates: March and July (all campuses), October (Melbourne Campus only), November (Sydney Campus only) 2019 La Trobe's Bachelor of Information Technology combines industry and academic insights to put you at the forefront of one of the 21st century's most in-demand fields. Develop ideas and devise innovative solutions to problems such as computer hacking, software piracy and security breaches. In final year, you'll have the chance to develop a software program of your own. You'll learn: Web and software development Being able to develop, build and maintain websites and software are essential skills for the modern IT professional. IT systems analysis Understand and analyse IT systems to deliver more efficient and effective IT solutions for your organisation. Design Learn about software, system and network design so you can contribute to making better programs and infrastructure. Programming and networking Learn the language of computers and how they communicate with one another to create working code and smarter systems. Project management, estimation, documentation and report evaluation IT is more than just computers. Learning to manage projects and communicate effectively is must in any organisational environment.

Career outcomes Skilled IT professionals are required across all industries. As a graduate, you'll be well placed to find work in roles that include: Network administrator Plan, document, communicate, configure and implement solutions for computer networks. Use your technical skills while managing people and stakeholders in medium to large organisations. Web developer Develop applications for the web at the front end and back end using various programming languages. Manage people and projects as a freelancer, or for small, medium or large organisations. Network architect Design, organise, configure and troubleshoot networks to respond to requests, deliver information and services for your clients or employers. Work in large or small organisations helping to lead teams and implement solutions to a high standard. Software developer/programmer Write code and software across multiple languages, or specialise in one. Write, test, upgrade, modify, repair, expand and debug apps, programs, plug-ins and software for your client or organisation. Machine learning engineer Machine learning is at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI). Conduct research, write code, collaborate, manage people and communicate ideas to create machine learning solutions for your organisation. Systems analyst Provide support, maintenance, communication and project management skills to teams of IT professionals working for organisations of any size.