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Bachelor of Commerce/ Bachelor of Information Technology

  • Bachelor

Learn the language of finance, banking and IT

If you're looking for an exceptional career in commerce and information technology (IT), then the UC Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor...

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Study Mode
Online, In person
Intake Months
Feb, Jul

About this course

Learn the language of finance, banking and IT

If you're looking for an exceptional career in commerce and information technology (IT), then the UC Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Information Technology double degree offers the perfect platform from which to forge ahead with confidence.

An expansive course, covering both the technology and business sides of IT, and the banking, finance and accounting components of commerce, it will give you a portfolio of skills that will enable you to fluently engage in all aspects of banking, business and IT at the highest levels.

Available to study in two different locations - in Canberra and Melbourne - these courses are delivered flexibly, with a mixture of business hours and weekday evening study options.
Take a proactive approach to a career as an IT, or Finance and Banking specialist with this unique double degree and open a whole new world of incredible possibilities.

Study a Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Information Technology at UC and you will:
  • develop knowledge, skills and understanding of the application of IT systems to their business environments, policies and management
  • choose from a range of specialist majors including accounting, financial planning, economics and finance and banking
  • become well-versed in subject areas including microeconomics, macroeconomics, international trade theory and econometrics
  • refine your teamwork, project management and communication skills
  • utilise discipline-specific technologies to analyse complex problems in a variety of contexts
  • communicate clear, coherent and independent knowledge and ideas to a variety of stakeholders, addressing a diverse range of business/commerce problems
  • evaluate the concepts and theories acquired in business economics.
Career opportunities

A UC Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Information Technology (IT) double degree is an internationally recognised qualification that will give you the knowledge and skills to explore a variety of career pathways including:

  • Economist
  • Economic analyst
  • Economic forecaster
  • Financial planner
  • Financial analyst
  • Wealth manager
  • Financial adviser
  • Financial consultant
  • Labour market economist
  • Taxation economist
  • Project manager
  • ICT consultant
  • Data scientist
  • Database administrator
  • Information security analyst
  • Cyber security specialist/forensics
  • System architect/technical architect
  • User interface designer
  • Artificial intelligence/machine learning engineer
  • Web/mobile app developer
  • Software engineer
  • Games developer
  • Robotics specialist
  • System administrator
  • Digital marketing manager
  • Network administrator/engineer

Professional accreditation

Refer to individual courses.

Entry requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification

We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

Additional admission requirements

Refer to individual courses.

Assumed knowledge

Basic knowledge and skills in ICT (Information and Communication Technology); Basic numeracy and literacy skills.

Periods course is open for new admissions
Year Location Teaching period Teaching start date Domestic International
2024 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 05 February 2024
2024 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 29 July 2024
2025 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 03 February 2025
2025 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 28 July 2025
2026 Bruce, Canberra Semester 1 02 February 2026
2026 Bruce, Canberra Semester 2 27 July 2026
Credit arrangements

There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.

Study locations

Canberra

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