Welcome to Kent Institute Australia's Website
Welcome to Kent Institute Australia's Website
Campus
Sydney and Melbourne
CRICOS code
097568B
AQF Level
Level 7
Scholarships
Start Dates & Intakes
Course Fees
FEE-HELP available
for all units to eligible students
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Study Requirements
4 Units/Trimester
Minimum of 8 units/year
Trimesters 1 & 2 are compulsory study periods for all continuing students.
Duration
6 Trimesters
3 years standard duration with 2 compulsory trimesters in each year
International Applicants
Yes
Start Dates & Intakes
Government Job Outlook projections show employment rising to November 2026 across seven of eight major occupational groups, with professional roles growing strongly and managers at around the average—signaling sustained demand for high-skill ICT capability. Australia’s tech workforce surpassed one million in 2024 and is forecast to require approximately 1.3 million workers, indicating persistent gaps across software, data, artificial intelligence and cyber security. National skills reports point to accelerating demand in artificial intelligence and advanced analytics through 2030, while Jobs and Skills Australia identifies Computer Network Professionals and Telecommunications Network Engineers as core roles underpinning cloud, 5G/Internet of Things and secure connectivity—priority areas in projections to 2034. Cyber security depth remains tight: approximately 51,300 people are in dedicated cyber roles and approximately 11,387 in highly specialised technical roles.
KENT’s Bachelor of Information Technology (BIT) is an AQF Level 7–aligned program with five pathways: BIT (without Specialisation) and specialisations in Cyber Security, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Networking & Communication. The curriculum covers software development, systems analysis, databases, cloud and networked systems, and secure engineering, with work-integrated learning through applied labs, client-style briefs and a capstone project using contemporary toolchains. Delivery by academically qualified staff (PhD/Masters) with industry experience and active professional networks ensures disciplinary currency and strong external engagement.
KENT’s Bachelor of Information Technology is a 3-year, 144-credit-point program comprising 22 units (6 credit-points each) plus a 12-credit-point Capstone Project. All awards require 16 core units (96 credit-points) + Capstone (12 credit-points) + 6 additional units (36 credit-points). The additional units are electives for the BIT (without Specialisation) or prescribed specialisation units for the BIT in Cyber Security, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or Networking & Communication. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may reduce required credit in line with Kent’s Course Credit and Articulation Policy and Procedures.
Sydney and Melbourne Campus delivery of the Bachelor of Information Technology (without Specialisation) and Bachelor of Information Technology with a Specialisation in Cyber Security course options are accredited by the Australian Computer Society (ACS).
Opportunities span small and large organisations in Australia and globally. Indicative roles include:
Graduates may apply for postgraduate study in Australia and internationally, including Kent’s Master of Information and Communication Technology.
Graduates can analyse and solve complex computing problems to AQF Level 7 standards, including:
KENT’s Bachelor of Information Technology is a 3-year, 144-credit-point program comprising 22 units (6 credit-points each) plus a 12-credit-point Capstone Project. All awards require 16 core units (96 credit-points) + Capstone (12 credit-points) + 6 additional units (36 credit-points). The additional units are electives for the BIT (General) or prescribed specialisation units for the BIT in Cyber Security, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or Networking & Communication.
| Specialisation | Core Units | Capstone Units (2 unit eqv) | Specialisation Units | Elective Units | Total Units for Completion |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nil | 16 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 24 |
| Cyber Security | 16 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 24 |
| Data Science | 16 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 24 |
| Artificial Intelligence | 16 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 24 |
| Networking and Communication | 16 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 24 |
Applicants with recent Secondary Education
Applicants with Higher Education Study
Applicants who have undertaken any higher education study, within the last ten years since leaving school, may be eligible for admission to a Kent course with credit transfers (advanced standing). For more information…
on this process, see Course Credit/Recognition of Prior Learning.
Applicants with Vocational Education and Training (VET) Study
OR
Applicants who have successfully completed a Diploma qualification or higher within the last ten years since leaving school may be eligible for direct admission to the Bachelor of Information Technology with credit transfers (advanced standing). For more information on this process, see Course Credit/Recognition of Prior Learning.
Kent has approved articulation agreements in place for certain VET courses which specify the number of course credits you may be entitled to. (View our Articulation Agreements Register for the complete list).
Mature Age Students Applicants with Work and Life Experience
Kent understands that preparation for study is not restricted to formal educational attainment and that valuable intellectual and skills development can be gained through wide ranging experiences.
Kent will review applications on a case-by-case basis from persons of at least 21 years of age, who do not have formal qualifications for entry but who seek admission to courses on the basis of their educational and skills development through experience and informal study.
IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall score with no band less than 5.5 or equivalent.
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Prepare and attach all required documents with your application according to Kent's entry requirements.
Successful applicants will receive our Offer of Admission. By paying your tuition fees upon this, you'll receive a Confirmation of Enrolment (COE). Welcome to Kent!
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