Why study IT and Data Science at UNE?
In the rapidly evolving digital era, innovative and forward-thinking IT and data professionals have become indispensable across diverse industries and workplaces. So it's no surprise that employment growth of 21.2% for Computer System Design and Related Services and 16.3% for Internet Service Providers, Web Search Portals and Data Processing Services is forecast in the ten years to May 2033 (Jobs and Skills Australia).
At UNE, your teachers are highly qualified professionals who are active computer science researchers. With their guidance, you'll develop advanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills, becoming adaptable and innovative – qualities that employers are seeking now more than ever.
Our undergraduate and postgraduate IT and data science courses allow you to become a expert in emerging fields such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, data science, programming, and software development. With a focus is on practical skills and real-world applications, you'll graduate future fit for a dynamic career as an IT specialist.
When looking to break into, secure, or advance your career in IT, data, and related fields, it makes perfect sense to choose the No. 1 Australian university for Full-Time Employment in Computing and Information Technology (Good Universities Guide 2024, undergraduate and postgraduate).
Explore our IT and Data Science courses at UNE now.
Disciplines within IT and Data Science
Courses by study level
- Associate Degree in Teaching (Pacific Focus)
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Business
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Business
- Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Economics
- Bachelor of Business/Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Computer Science
- Bachelor of Computer Science/Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Education (In-service Conversion)
- Bachelor of Education (K-12 Teaching)
- Bachelor of Education (K-6 Teaching)
- Bachelor of Education (Pacific Focus)
- Bachelor of Education (Secondary Arts)
- Bachelor of Education (Secondary STEM)
- Bachelor of Educational Studies
- Bachelor of Environmental Science
- Bachelor of Information Technology
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Laws
- Bachelor of Scientific Studies
- Bachelor of Special and Inclusive Education (Primary)
- Diploma in Information Technology
- Diploma in Science
- Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity and Computing
- Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity
- Graduate Certificate in Data Science
- Graduate Certificate in Information Technology
- Graduate Certificate in Professional Practice
- Graduate Certificate in Science
- Graduate Diploma in Cybersecurity
- Graduate Diploma in Data Science
- Graduate Diploma in Information Technology
- Graduate Diploma in Professional Practice
- Graduate Diploma in Science
- Master of Artificial Intelligence
- Master of Computer Science
- Master of Cybersecurity and Computing
- Master of Cybersecurity
- Master of Data Science
- Master of Information Technology
- Master of Scientific Studies
- Master of Teaching (Secondary)
Why study with us?

My degree had given me experience in programming, technology project management, data analytics, and expanded my research knowledge.
Cathy Song, Bachelor of Computer Science/Master in ITIT and Data Science careers
Qualified IT and data science graduates of UNE are innovative, agile, and highly sought after by employers. Future fit your career in:
- software design
- scientific technology
- computer science
- computer networking
- database and systems administration
- data science and analytics
- business and systems analysts
- ICT security
- cyber management
- web and mobile development
- web administration and support
- banking and corporate roles
- diplomatic roles.
A five-star experience
Five Stars,
19 Years in a Row
UNE is the only public uni in Australia awarded 19 straight years of five stars for Overall Experience
Good Universities Guide 2007-2025Five Stars for
Social Equity
UNE rates among the top 20% of universities nationally and is #1 in NSW for Social Equity
Good Universities Guide 2025Five Stars for
Graduate Employment
UNE rates among the top 20% of universities for Graduate Full-time Employment
Good Universities Guide 2025 (Undergraduate)What happens next?
Got any questions about a course you would like to study? Don’t hesitate to contact us, our Future Student team is standing by to help.
2025 applications are now open. The application process only takes 20 minutes to complete. Don’t delay, apply now!
Your start date is based on the study period you choose to apply for.