Bachelor of Information Technology (Software Development) at Nexus Institute

Turn your interest in technology into practical, career-ready expertise with the Bachelor of Information Technology at Nexus Institute. This three-year degree combines software development with artificial intelligence, cyber security, cloud computing, data analytics and DevOps, helping students build the technical and professional skills needed in a fast-changing digital economy.

Based at Nexus Institute’s Chatswood campus in Sydney, the program moves from core IT foundations to advanced development projects and an industry-focused capstone. Asia Pathway can help you understand the curriculum, confirm the latest intake, prepare your documents and plan a clear route from application to enrolment.

Why choose this degree?

• Study a practical software-development-focused IT degree in Sydney.
• Build skills across programming, web and mobile development, databases, networking, cyber security, cloud computing, DevOps, artificial intelligence and user experience design.
• Complete a two-part capstone project based on a real industry problem.
• Develop professional communication, teamwork, project management and ethical decision-making alongside technical ability.
• Access a possible pathway from Nexus Institute’s Diploma of Information Technology, subject to formal credit assessment.

Program at a glance

Qualification: Bachelor of Information Technology

Study focus: Software Development

CRICOS course code: 120115B

TEQSA course ID: CRS1401812

AQF level: Level 7

Duration: 3 years full-time

Course structure: 24 subjects and 240 credit points

Campus: Level 5, North Tower, 1–5 Railway Street, Chatswood, New South Wales

Study mode: Full-time, on campus

Intakes: Multiple intakes are normally available. Contact Asia Pathway to confirm the current timetable and application cut-off.

Build strong IT foundations

The first stage establishes the broad technical base employers expect from an IT graduate. Students explore computer systems, professional communication and ethics, data communications and networking, data analytics, programming, web development and cyber security. These subjects also create a strong platform for progression into more specialised software-development study.

Advance into software engineering and emerging technologies

The middle stage develops more advanced problem-solving and development skills through software engineering, data structures and algorithms, real-world programming, software testing, project management, user interface and user experience design, artificial intelligence and machine learning, and design thinking and entrepreneurship.

Complete an industry-focused final stage

Final-stage study brings together database design, software security, mobile application development, cloud computing and DevOps, digital transformation, change management and Internet of Things development. Students also complete Capstone Project 1 and Capstone Project 2, working in a small team to take an industry-backed project from concept and requirements through design, implementation, testing and delivery.

Subjects by study level

Level 100: Society, Technology and Disruption; Computer Systems and Models; Professional Communication and Ethics; Data Communications and Networking; Principles of Data Analytics; Introduction to Programming; Web Development; Introduction to Cyber Security.

Level 200: Software Engineering; Data Structure and Algorithms; Programming for Real World Systems; Software Testing and Analysis; Project Management; User Interface and User Experience Design; Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning; Design Thinking, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship.

Level 300: Database Design and Management; Software Security; Capstone Project 1; Capstone Project 2; Mobile Application Development; Cloud Computing and DevOps; Digital Transformation and Change Management; IoT Development.

Learn through practical assessment

Assessment is designed to test both technical knowledge and workplace capability. Depending on the subject, students may complete written assignments, programming and development projects, presentations, demonstrations, group work, quizzes, tests, examinations and portfolios. This varied approach helps students graduate with evidence of what they can design, build, analyse and communicate.

Study load and attendance

The standard course structure is eight subjects per academic year, normally distributed across Nexus Institute’s study periods. International students study full-time on campus and must meet attendance and academic-progress requirements. The published course schedule lists 20 scheduled contact hours per week; Asia Pathway can confirm the latest timetable before enrolment.

Entry requirements

• Applicants must be at least 18 years old before the course begins.
• Academic entry normally requires completion of Australian Year 12 with an ATAR of 50 or an accepted international equivalent.
• Applicants may also be considered with an Australian Certificate IV or another recognised AQF Level 4 qualification.
• English entry normally requires IELTS Academic overall 6.0, with 6.0 in Reading and at least 5.5 in Writing, Speaking and Listening, or an accepted equivalent.
• Applicants complete an interview, which may be conducted in person, by telephone or online.
• International applicants may also need to satisfy Genuine Student and other admission or visa-related checks.

Entry decisions are assessed individually. Contact Asia Pathway before applying so we can check your qualifications, English evidence and supporting documents against the latest admission requirements.

Career opportunities

Graduates can pursue entry-level and developing professional roles across software and digital technology, including:

• Software Developer
• Web Developer
• Mobile Application Developer
• Systems Analyst
• DevOps Engineer
• UI/UX Designer
• Software Tester or Quality Assurance Analyst
• Database Administrator
• Cloud Solutions Specialist
• IT Project Coordinator or Project Manager

The degree can also provide a foundation for further specialisation in areas such as artificial intelligence, cyber security, data science, cloud technology and advanced software engineering.

Diploma pathway

Nexus Institute’s Diploma of Information Technology covers subjects aligned with the foundational stage of the bachelor’s degree. Diploma graduates may seek progression and credit toward the bachelor’s program, subject to the institute’s formal assessment and approval. Asia Pathway can help you compare direct bachelor entry with the diploma-to-degree route.

Tuition and budget

Estimated tuition per semester: approximately USD 7,210.

Nexus Institute bills the degree across six trimesters. Fees are charged in Australian dollars, so the final USD equivalent will change with the exchange rate. Students should also budget for the application fee, Overseas Student Health Cover, learning materials, visa-related costs, accommodation and everyday living expenses.

Contact Asia Pathway for a personalised fee estimate in USD and a current payment schedule before you apply.

Who is this program for?

This degree suits students who want a broad but practical technology education with a clear software-development focus. It is especially relevant for learners who enjoy logical problem-solving, building digital products, collaborating on projects and exploring how technologies such as AI, cloud platforms and connected devices are changing modern organisations.

Apply with Asia Pathway

Choosing an IT degree involves more than checking the course title. Asia Pathway can help you assess entry eligibility, compare the direct bachelor and diploma pathway options, prepare a complete application and understand the latest intake and fee schedule. Speak with our team for personalised guidance on studying at Nexus Institute in Sydney.