Shortage
Moderate Shortage
42.9% of occupations
Australia · IT, Data & Science
Computer Science
Computing, algorithms, systems and software foundations.
Salary range
A$125K–136K
Median A$133,650
2035 outlook
+25.5%
growing
PR signal
Strong PR
Software Developer on CSOL with strong 189/190 visa outcomes. ICT professionals consistently in top invitation rounds.
Credentials & pathway
Pathway type
Study Field
Duration
3–2 years
Qualifications
Bachelor · Master · Graduate Diploma
Education fields
Information Technology
3-year Bachelor (some universities offer 4-year Honours). IT graduates qualify for 485 post-study work visa.
Where this leads
Providers & tuition
Cost benchmark — verify before applying
| Provider | Annual fee | Duration | QS |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Sydney | A$52,000 | 3 yr | #18 |
| UNSW Sydney | A$49,000 | 3 yr | #19 |
| University of Melbourne | A$48,000 | 3 yr | #13 |
| ANU | A$48,000 | 3 yr | #30 |
| Monash University | A$46,000 | 3 yr | #37 |
| University of Queensland | A$46,000 | 3 yr | #40 |
Data notice
Labour-market signals are derived from mapped occupations, not a guarantee. Verify fees, CRICOS registration, licensing and visa eligibility with the relevant provider and regulator.
JSA Occupation Shortage List 2025JSA Employment ProjectionsABS 6306.0 Employee EarningsCRICOS Course DataCost snapshot · CRICOS feesVerified 2026-07-18