University of Technology Sydney (UTS)
4 years full time
This combined degree merges technical IT education with creative intelligence training, preparing you to become an innovative technology leader. Ideal for aspiring IT professionals who want both cutting-edge technical skills and the creative problem-solving abilities to drive digital transformation and address complex challenges in today's rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Applicants must have completed an Australian Year 12 qualification, Australian Qualifications Framework Diploma, or equivalent Australian or overseas qualification at the required level. Assumed knowledge includes HSC Mathematics Advanced and any two units of English, with Mathematics Extension 1 and English Advanced recommended. International students must meet English language requirements: IELTS Academic overall 6.5 (writing 6.0), TOEFL iBT overall 79 (writing 21), or equivalent qualifications. Eligibility for admission does not guarantee an offer of a place.
The course comprises 240 credit points across two main components. Information Technology (96 credit points) includes core subjects such as Communication for IT Professionals, Professional Practice in Computing, Web Systems, Business Requirements Modelling, Network Fundamentals, Database Fundamentals, and Project Management. Students choose a major and either a second IT major, two sub-majors, one sub-major with electives, or eight electives. Creative Intelligence and Innovation (96 credit points) covers subjects including Creative Practice and Methods, Past Present and Future of Innovation, Creativity and Complexity, Leading Innovation, Initiatives and Entrepreneurship, Envisioning Futures, Industry Innovation Project, and Creative Intelligence Capstone. These creative subjects are delivered in accelerated form during July and Summer sessions in the first three years, with one full year of dedicated study after completing the professional degree component.
UTS is ranked #3 in Australia for Computer Science (ARWU 2025) and #1 in Australia for Artificial Intelligence (ARWU 2025), placing it in the top 20 globally for Computer Science and Engineering. The university partners with over 1000 industry organizations, providing students with internships, industry competitions, hackathons, and real-world project opportunities. Faculty members are leading industry professionals whose research and practice shape the field. The transdisciplinary approach and practice-based methodology ensure graduates develop both technical expertise and the creative problem-solving skills highly valued in today's technology sector.
Graduates are well-positioned for diverse career paths in the rapidly expanding technology sector, with 1.2 million tech-related jobs projected by 2025. Career opportunities range from software developer and network specialist to business analyst, data analyst, and IT consultant. The creative intelligence component prepares graduates for leadership roles in digital transformation and innovation management. Graduates are eligible to apply for professional-level membership with the Australian Computer Society, enhancing career prospects. The combination of technical IT skills and creative problem-solving capabilities positions graduates to address complex challenges across industries including AI, cybersecurity, quantum computing, and digital technologies.
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