What is ICT?

Information & Communications Technology (ICT) is part of so many aspects of our daily lives and the key for much innovation, including significant health innovations like MRIs and environmental solutions like hybrid cars.

ICT covers all forms of computer and communications equipment and software used to create, design, store, transmit, interpret and manipulate information in its various formats. Personal computers, laptops, tablets, mobile phones, transport systems, televisions, and network technologies are just some examples of the diverse array of ICT tools.

Studies in ICT include many disciplines, such as mathematics, information systems, physics and design. The skills acquired in an ICT degree can be applied to everything from satellites to iPhone apps, from CT scanners to computer games.

While many people think of Information Technology when they think of ICT, Multimedia Design, Computer Systems Engineering and Software Engineering also lead to careers in ICT.

If you want to make a positive difference to the world, why wait to immerse yourself in the rewards of ICT?
 

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What is ICT? section

Helpful Links

Links to external resources with information about the ICT industry, careers and professional profiles.

ICT Jobs

An outline of the jobs available to ICT professionals.

What Makes a Good ICT Professional?

Good technical skills are important for any ICT professional, but ICT professionals also work with clients and manage teams. The indsutry needs people who are flexiblie, creative and unafraid of change.

Which Industries Need ICT?

ICT permeates practically every industry.

Why Does Technology Need You?

Technology needs people to give it direction. People like you. And the future needs you for dynamic careers worldwide.

Why Study ICT at UQ?

Get ICT expertise, gain experience and be inspired. Make UQ the university of you, and study ICT at UQ.

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