- 4 years (or part-time equivalent)
- Springfield
- Toowoomba
- Online
- Feb, May, Sep
- View dates
- AUD 29,600
- (Indicative annual fee)
- 092730D
Overview
- Be a leader in a technology driven world with a career by building your knowledge and practical experience across business and information technology. This double degree prepares you for the modern workplace, where digital skills and business expertise are in high demand.
- Gain knowledge and practical experience in business, commerce and IT – giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
- Build your professional identity and develop confident skills in decision making, teamwork, and complex problem solving to help you become a versatile and adaptable employee, equally adept at addressing both technical and business issues.
- Have the opportunity to work alongside industry partners on real-world issues through a variety of authentic case studies as well as a capstone project.
- Launch your career sooner with a double degree – complete your studies in less time than it would to study both degrees separately. Save time and money, and graduate with two testamurs (official certificates), one for each of your degrees.
Majors in the Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Information Technology
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Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
Develop cross-disciplinary skills to capture, process and interpret large datasets using diverse statistical methods and data mining applications. Learn to implement AI algorithms and techniques through high-level programming languages to solve real-world problems.
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Business Accounting
Strengthen your business degree with essential skills in accounting, preparing you for informed, data-driven decision-making.
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Emergent Leadership
Start your path towards leadership roles, drive change, foster collaboration, and ensure sustainability of leadership.
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Finance
Delve into the fast-paced world of corporate finance, banking and portfolio management.
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Human Resource Management
Become a leading work-place specialist, learn to develop people and culture strategies that contribute value to an organisation’s mission.
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Information Systems Management
Blend business insight with IT expertise to solve real-world challenges and shape smarter systems.
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Marketing
Capture your audience’s attention, communicate your product value, and successfully convert and retain customers.
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Networking and Cyber Security
Master the design, installation, configuration, troubleshooting and maintenance of networks and their operating systems. Explore interface networks with wide area networks (WANs) and become equipped to solve problems in computer networks, VoIP, video conferencing and network services. Graduate workplace-ready with sound knowledge of cyber security principles and policy.
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Software Application Development
Learn the fundamentals of structured programming and the application of basic algorithms and data structures. Explore web technology, techniques and database systems to ensure a rounded skill set ready for the workforce. Develop the expertise to plan and manage large-scale software projects.
Commitment to innovation
UniSQ's commitment to innovation and the opportunity to engage with a vibrant community of professionals and likeminded people excited me, making it the ideal place for my academic pursuits.
Brian - Business and Information Technology
Career outcomes
As a graduate with this double degree, you could find work in a wide range of industries depending on your area of interest. This includes corporate finance, banking, insurance, investment and wealth management, marketing, advertising, management and consulting, entrepreneurship, technology and digital business.
With this qualification, you will be optimally placed for a wide range of careers in business and IT and you can apply for jobs as a:
- business information systems developer
- business applications designer
- business analyst
- enterprise architect
- intelligence officer
- information systems developer
- ICT project manager
- database administrator
- network security engineer
- app developer
- database designer.
Professional accreditation
The Bachelor of Information Technology is accredited at professional level by the Australian Computer Society and, through the Seoul Accord, is recognised in other countries. The Seoul Accord is a multi-lateral agreement that allows ACS accreditation to be recognised globally. This means when you graduate, your degree will be recognised by other countries who are members of the Accord.
Finance major in Bachelor of Business will meet the educational entrance requirements to become a member of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia (FINSIA).
UniSQ is accredited for the Human Resource Management major by the Australian Human Resources Institute (AHRI). This major will satisfy the educational requirements for professional membership of AHRI.
What you'll study
To graduate from the Bachelor of Business and Bachelor of Information Technology, you must successfully complete 32 units of study.
Degree structure
An undergraduate university degree typically consists of a combination of core, major and elective courses designed to provide you with foundational knowledge and opportunities for an in-depth deeper dive into your chosen field.
Refer to the UniSQ Handbook for detailed recommended enrolment patterns and course availability.
You may be eligible for recognition of prior learning if you have previous studies or relevant work experience. This could reduce the number of courses you need to study to complete your degree.
Other study options
At UniSQ, we support busy, modern learners wanting to start or progress in their careers. Whatever your goals, we offer flexible study options such as opportunities to upskill without committing to a full degree.
Discover UniSQ’s industry-driven short courses.
Entry requirements
You need to satisfy the following requirements to be considered for entry into this degree.
Use our International qualification converter to check country-specific grades (that are equivalent to Australian Year 12) you will need to apply for this degree.
To study this degree, we assume you have sound knowledge in:
- English (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent and
- for the Artificial Intelligence and Data Science major: General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent
We assume that your knowledge is equivalent to a grade C or higher in Units 3 and 4 at high school level (typically studied in Year 12). Find out more about assumed knowledge.
It is also recommended that you have studied:
- General Mathematics (Units 3 & 4, C) or equivalent, for the Software Application Development and Networking and Cyber Security majors, and
- Mathematical Methods (Units 3 & 4, C), or equivalent, for the Artificial Intelligence and Data Science major.
You'll need to meet the applicable English language requirements and this degree requires:
- IELTS (Academic) - Minimum overall score of 6.0 and a minimum score of 5.5 in each of the four components - listening, reading, writing, and speaking.
Alternative English language proficiency tests may also be accepted.
Entry pathways
There is more than one way to get into university, and if you're not sure about your entry options get in touch to discuss.
Fees and scholarships
- This estimated 2025 annual fee is based on the current average rate for your first year of study (8 units per year) and does not include cost of materials such as textbooks, additional costs or the Student Services and Amenities fee.
- This is an indicative guide only and your fees will vary depending on the courses you select, with the actual rates calculated at enrolment.
- We review our fees annually and they may increase each year.
- Further details are available on the Fees website.
Additional costs
You may be required to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee as part of your degree cost.
UniSQ Scholarships
We offer scholarships for academic excellence, community leadership, and financial need - you can apply for more than one!
Find out moreHow to apply
The University accepts applications all year. Complete your online application directly to UniSQ.
ApplyYou can select to start your study in Trimester 1, 2 or 3.
| Study period | Orientation | Start date |
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| Trimester 1, 2025 | Monday 3 February | Monday 10 February |
| Trimester 2, 2025 | Monday 19 May | Monday 26 May |
| Trimester 3, 2025 | Monday 1 September | Monday 8 September |
| Trimester 1, 2026 | Monday 9 February | Monday 16 February |
Preparing to apply
You've made the decision to study at UniSQ - congratulations! Take the next steps:
You can contact one of our approved agents to guide you through the application process. Our agents provide:
- advice on your study plans
- advice on applying to UniSQ
- document certification
- assistance with any pre-departure arrangements
- assistance with your visa requirements.
To support your application, you will need to submit certified copies of:
- identity documents (passport)
- evidence of your English language proficiency
- senior high school (A levels/Year 12) certificate and academic transcripts
- all post-secondary study certificates and academic transcripts (if any)
- evidence of work experience (if required).
Application dates can vary so be sure to check our key dates to get all the details.
It is important to apply early to allow enough time for your application to be assessed and processed to meet study commencement dates and participation in Orientation activities. You should also factor in visa processing requirements and timeframes, where applicable.
After you’ve submitted your application, you will be emailed a reference number. Please allow up to 14 days for assessment. If further assessment is required for course credits or exemptions, this process may take longer.
Once you have received your letter of offer from UniSQ, you will need to return your signed acceptance of offer form. The UniSQ team will contact you at this time with more information regarding next steps.
Find out more
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Frequently asked questions
The entry requirements to study a Bachelor of Business Information Technology (IT) will vary depending on the education provider you choose.
To study at UniSQ a minimum ATAR, subject pre-requisites and assumed knowledge all need to be met before enrolling. Assumed knowledge refers to required level of knowledge needed in certain subject areas (for example maths or English).
For further information on ATAR and assumed knowledge, please view the entry requirements section of this page.
A Bachelor of Business and IT can lead to many exciting career paths! You could find yourself in a variety of Business and Information Technology roles, including:
- business system developer
- business applications designer
- analyst
- enterprise architect
- intelligence officer
- information systems developer
- project manager
- database administrator or designer
- network security engineer
- app developer.
Most universities offer flexible study options for a Bachelor of Business Information Technology degree. At UniSQ’s you can choose to complete this double degree where and when you like, with part-time and online study options available. Discover the different ways you can study at UniSQ.
