Are you a high-achiever with a passion for information and communication technology?

The Information and Communication Technology Catalyst Program combines a Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology with extra experiences, activities and opportunities. It was created for outstanding students, just like you.

A global focussed ICT career needs a globally connected education, so you can apply for the Overseas Exchange Program and spend a semester learning at one of our international partner institutions. If you're accepted to the program, you'll be automatically supported by a $2,500 scholarship.

You can also apply for a Summer Research Project where you will work with a supervisor on a research topic of your choice. Again, upon being accept for a project you'll be supported by an automatic $3,000 scholarship.

You can even graduate with a custom built, multidisciplinary second degree, the high achiever academic extension Bachelor of Philosophy at no extra cost, with just a few additional units.

There is a $7,500 relocation scholarship available for domestic interstate students moving to Tasmania, and a $3,000 bursary for Tasmanian students to support the start of University studies.

If you want to get the most out of your University experience, set yourself apart in your chosen field, and give yourself an edge for future employment, the Information and Communication Technology Catalyst Program is for you.

Work placement

All students undertake projects in their third year of their major that are supplied by a real industry client involving a significant open-ended and wide-ranging challenge, drawing on knowledge and capability from their earlier studies.

The project is based on a real life problem, and allows the students to experience the type of professional experiences that a graduate is likely to encounter following graduation. This learning experience facilitates a smooth transition to employment by providing real-world experience while you study.

The ICT Catalyst Program offers outstanding career advantages, giving you an edge over your competitors.

By combining our highly sought after Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology degree with a wealth of extracurricular opportunities, you graduate with a combination of knowledge, skills and experience that truly sets you apart.

Information and Communication Technology is a core function of industries all over the world. It contributes to everything from maintaining a company’s daily operations, to eScience, productivity gains, innovation, expansion, and job growth. This gives you truly global job opportunities, allowing you to forge a great career wherever your interests take you.

This is a career that rewards professionals who can take initiative and work independently, and rewards those who can multi-task and adapt. It is great for people who like to lead, as well as those who like operating in a team environment.

Career Opportunities with ICT

Graduates often enter technical positions, such as software programmer, network administrator, systems or business analyst, and web design/development. These allow you to apply your skills and knowledge while building on the industry experience already gained from your time studying with us.

Technical roles progress to management and leadership positions, typically with 3-5 years’ experience, setting you up in a career for life that goes wherever you want it to. These include project managment, business analyst, testing/network/systems manager, database administrator, security specialist, and much more.

Professional Recognition

The BICT has full, professional-level accreditation from the Australian Computer Society (ACS). This endorsement recognises that the degree is responsive to the current and future needs of the ICT industry. Graduates of the BICT are eligible for membership of the ACS.