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Bachelor of
Information Technology (Data Analytics)

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Entry requirements

Key information

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Guaranteed Entry ATAR

70.00

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STAT  

150

GPA  

4.5

TAFE/VET  

Certificate IV or above

Pathway options

Engineering (Honours) - General Entry | Engineering (Honours) - Flexible Entry | Engineering Science | Science

Prerequisites 

None

Duration  

3 years full-time (or part-time equivalent)

Start dates

March
July

October

Annual fees

Commonwealth Supported Places (CSPs) available.

About these fees.

Assumed
knowledge

None

Practical
experience  

Available

Study abroad

Available

Delivery mode*

In person
(Tonsley, City)

SATAC

244831 (Tonsley) 284451 (City)

*Years 1 and 2 undertaken at the City, years 3 undertaken at Tonsley. Some specialisations not available at the City.

Decode the data that shapes the world

The Bachelor of Information Technology (Data Analytics) at Flinders will equip you to thrive in the digital age. You’ll gain deep skills in coding, data management, machine learning, and predictive modelling – all while learning to translate data into decisions. From business intelligence to public health, data analysts are critical across every sector of the Australian economy.

Turn data into smart decisions

Australia’s digital economy is growing rapidly, with data analysts and IT professionals among the most in-demand roles. Graduates of this degree are ready to work in tech, business, government, and beyond—turning data into powerful decisions.

Salary

$105K

typical salary in Australia

Job opportunities

4,191

in Australia, 2025

Data analyst

Collect, clean and interpret data to support strategic decisions. Whether it’s improving logistics, customer experiences, or government policy, they help make sense of the numbers.

Using tools like Python, SQL and Power BI, they create dashboards and reports that influence real outcomes.

Business intelligence developer

Create and maintain systems that turn raw data into meaningful business insights. They design databases, build ETL pipelines, and develop dashboards to help executives and managers make informed decisions. This role combines technical skill with business acumen.

Salary

$135K

typical salary in Australia

Job opportunities

3,923

in Australia, 2025

Sources: Seek Australia, 2025

Database administrator

Maintain secure and efficient data storage systems.

Systems analyst

Design and improve digital systems in business and government.

IT consultant

Advise organisations on how to optimise technology.

What will you study to start your career in data analytics?

You’ll gain a strong foundation in IT and specialise in data analytics as you progress. This hands-on course prepares you to solve real-world problems using data, algorithms and cloud technology.

Build a strong foundation in computing, programming, and web systems while developing the professional skills needed to thrive in IT. You’ll gain a broad understanding of core concepts and begin shaping your career pathway.

Year 1 - Core topics

Your first year might include the following topics. For exact topic information, visit the course Handbook.

  • Computing fundamentals
  • Programming
  • Professional Skills 
  • Web and Database Systems

Deepen your technical expertise through data analytics, cloud systems, and networks while applying human-centred approaches to technology. This year strengthens your problem-solving and prepares you for advanced IT challenges.

Year 2 - Core topics

Your second year might include the following topics. For exact topic information, visit the course Handbook.

  • Data Analytics 
  • Network Systems 
  • Human-Centred Computing 
  • Cloud and Systems Administration

Apply your knowledge to real-world projects in software engineering and professional practice while mastering advanced analytics. You’ll graduate with practical experience and industry-ready skills to launch your data analytics career.

Year 3 - Core topics

Your third year might include the following topics. For exact topic information, visit the course Handbook.

  • Advanced Data Analytics 
  • Software Engineering
  • IT Professional Practice and Project

Accreditation or Professional Recognition

Our Bachelor of Information Technology degrees are accredited by the Australian Computer Society at the professional level.  Professional ICT courses accredited by the Australian Computer Society are recognised internationally under the Seoul Accord. Graduates meet the academic requirements for attaining chartered status as ICT professionals.

Boost your knowledge with an Honours in Data Analytics. 

SATAC: 24481

Choosing Honours allows you to extend your expertise in data analytics and information technology while developing advanced skills in research, problem-solving and project design.

You’ll build on both theoretical and practical knowledge, preparing you for specialist industry roles or further study, including a PhD.

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No.1 in SA
in Computing & Information Systems for full-time employment, learner engagement, learning resources, overall educational experience and student support

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No.6 in Australia
in Computing & Information Systems for learner engagement

The Good Universities Guide 2025 (undergraduate)

Five stars in
Computing & Information Systems
for learner engagement and student support

The Good Universities Guide 2025 (undergraduate)

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“...Computer science and I.T. students require life-long learning skills to prepare themselves for unfamiliar challenges in the future. I believe that teaching and learning should be applied, producing highly employable graduates ready to work in the industry.”

Dr Saeed Rehman

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Learn from the experts.

Our incredible teaching and professional staff are experts in their fields and well-connected to the industry.

Associate Professor
Elena Sitnikova

A Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional, Elena leads cutting-edge research in Critical Infrastructure protection, focusing on intrusion detection for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition systems cybersecurity and the Industrial Internet of Things.

With cyber-attacks increasing globally, she is exploring system antifragility and using artificial intelligence to analyse abnormal data that may affect critical cyber-physical systems.

Senior Lecturer 
Dr Saeed Rehman

Saeed Rehman is a Senior Lecturer in Cybersecurity and Networking at Flinders University. Before joining Flinders, he held senior academic roles in New Zealand. His research centres on communication security in wireless systems, with a focus on mitigating physical layer impairments in WiFi, IoT, cellular and satellite networks.

In recent years, Dr Rehman has advanced the use of radiometric fingerprinting for device identification and security, introducing a novel technique that has proven both feasible in real-world environments and resilient against impersonation attacks.

Connect with industry.

Get career-ready, you will benefit from our strong connections to industry leaders that will provide you with real-world experience through our Work Integrated Learning (WIL) placements.

Gain real world experience.

With a huge range of 12 to 20-week industry placement opportunities in South Australia, Australia and overseas, Work Integrated Learning (WIL) can be in the form of internships, field education, vocational and professional practice, including projects with industry and community organisations.

Find out what it's like to study computing and information technology at Flinders. Hear from our students about applying your learning in a practical way at the Tonsley and how your studies prepare you for a career.

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244831 (Tonsley)

284451 (City)

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Concerned about your ATAR? If it doesn't meet the course requirement, or if you don't receive one, we offer alternative pathways to admission. Contact us to discuss your options—we're here to help.

Frequently asked questions.

Over the years, many questions have been asked by students before. For the quickest answers view our frequently asked questions or browse the full list @ Ask Flinders.

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No, not at all. You'll learn programming from the ground up, starting with beginner-friendly topics in your first year.

You'll be set up for in-demand tech careers like data analyst, BI developer or systems analyst, roles that are needed across every industry in Australia.

Yes. In your final year, you’ll complete a hands-on industry project that gives you real-world experience with employers. 

Absolutely. While your degree gives a solid IT foundation, you’ll also explore areas like cloud systems, advanced analytics and machine learning.

This course is mostly delivered on campus, but flexible study options are available. Some topics may be available online or part-time, just check the Handbook or speak to an advisor.

You’ll have access to academic support, coding help, career guidance and more. Flinders has a great support network to help you succeed.

The table below shows ATAR and Selection Rank data for students offered a place wholly or partly on the basis of ATAR commencing in Semester 1, 2024. It is limited to applicants that have recently completed secondary education (within the last two years). Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – less than 5 ATAR based offers made
N/A – This course uses additional selection criteria and therefore Selection Rank is not published
ATAR-based offers only across all offer rounds ATAR - Excluding adjustment factors Selection Rank - ATAR plus any adjustment factors
Highest rank to receive an offer 99.40 99.95
Median rank to receive an offer 73.35 77.78
Lowest rank to receive an offer 57.75 65.50

The table below gives an indication of the likely peer cohort for new students in this course. It provides data on students who commenced study in this course in Semester 1, 2024 including those admitted through all offer rounds and international students studying in Australia. Applicant background groupings are based on educational background, not basis of admission. Data may reflect multiple courses available within a suite of courses.

Notes:
<5 – the number of students is less than 5
N/P – Not published: the number is hidden to prevent calculation of numbers in cells with less than 5 students
Applicant background (Semester 1, 2024) Number of students Percentage of all students
Higher education study (includes a bridging or enabling course) 46 34%
Vocational education and training (VET) study <5 <5
Work and life experience 11 8%
Recent secondary education - Admitted solely on the basis of ATAR (regardless of whether this includes the consideration of adjustment factors such as equity or subject bonus points) 37 28%
Recent secondary education - Admitted where both ATAR and additional criteria were considered (e.g. portfolio, audition, extra test) <5 2
Recent secondary education - Admitted on the basis of other criteria only and ATAR was not a factor (e.g. special consideration pathways) 17 13%
International Students 18 13%
All students 134 100%

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