Why study information technology at La Trobe?
Accredited by ACS
Our information technology degrees are accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Top 200 globally
We’re ranked in the world’s top 200 for computer science and engineering.
ShanghaiRanking, 2025, Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025: Computer Science & Engineering
Top 300 globally
We’re ranked in the world’s top 300 for artificial intelligence.
ShanghaiRanking, 2025, Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2025: Artificial Intelligence
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Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Computer Science
Get the commercial, analytical and technical skills you need in a thriving digital economy with La Trobe’s Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Computer Science.
Bachelor of Cybersecurity
Our Bachelor of Cybersecurity offers you the opportunity to step into the rapidly evolving digital world of cybersecurity. Follow your passion.
Bachelor of Cybersecurity/Bachelor of Commerce
Learn how to keep businesses safe in an era of global connectivity and build the skills to run a successful enterprise with La Trobe's Bachelor of Cybersecurity/Bachelor of Commerce.
Bachelor of Cybersecurity/Bachelor of Criminology
Study La Trobe University’s Bachelor of Cybersecurity/Bachelor of Criminology and build skills in cybercrime, digital forensics, cyber law and AI threats.
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Bachelor of Information Technology
La Trobe's Bachelor of Information Technology gives you skills in programming, networking, systems design and project management. Kickstart your career.
Diploma of Information Technology
La Trobe’s Diploma of Information Technology is a pathway into your dream IT degree and prepares you for work with an entry-level qualification.
Doctor of Philosophy
The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree is an internationally recognised advanced research qualification. Kickstart your career with La Trobe University.
Graduate Certificate in Information Technology Fundamentals
La Trobe’s Graduate Certificate in IT Fundamentals provides foundational IT skills and a pathway into a range of postgraduate IT degrees.
Graduate Diploma in Information Technology
As the speed and quality of digital technologies continues to evolve, we need more passionate professionals who can create meaningful solutions and connections.
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Master of Data Science
Whether you’re already working in data science, or you’re ready to make a career change, La Trobe’s Master of Data Science will set you up to succeed.
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Master of Information Technology
Build your technical expertise and gain an IT skillset future-proofed for industry needs.
Master of Philosophy
The Master of Philosophy (MPhil) degree is an internationally recognised master’s (by research) degree. Build a highly specialised skillset and grow your career.
Master of Science
Depending on your area of specialisation, our Master of Science will allow you to pursue careers in a wide range of organisations and industries.
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Build tech skills for a changing world
Combine technical expertise with human skills
Develop leadership, innovation, creative problem-solving, teamwork and communication alongside expertise in AI, software engineering, cloud technologies, cybersecurity and data science. Learn through courses developed with industry organisations including Cisco, Microsoft and Oracle, and informed by research in AI, data and cybersecurity.
Apply your skills through industry projects
Put theory into practice through industry-based learning, Work Integrated Learning and capstone projects. Undergraduate and postgraduate students can use specialist project laboratories to tackle challenges in digital health, agriculture, smart cities and Industry 4.0, while building practical experience, portfolio evidence and professional insight.
Work in specialist laboratories
Use collaborative laboratories for programming, networking, data science and cybersecurity at the Melbourne and Bendigo campuses. Access systems securely 24 hours a day, with many also available online. Build practical experience with Cisco networking, AI, the Internet of Things, robotics and rapid prototyping.
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Develop the skills and experience employers want with placements and practicals.
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