Bachelor of Information Technology International | 2017

 Overview

The Bachelor of Information Technology International has a common core structure that offers graduates skills required for any IT professional such as: organisational area in IT, database management, programming, information system analysis and design, communication and networks, security, eBusiness, project management, web-based technology, and professional practice in IT. In particular this degree offers students opportunities for an international learning experience.

Entry Requirements

Academics requirements and English requirements are available from Course Finder

Course Learning Outcomes

Students graduating from the Bachelor of Information Technology International will be able to:

1. Demonstrate broad and coherent theoretical knowledge of information technologies and the ability to apply this knowledge to solve a range of practical problems. 
2. Perform analysis and design of innovative systems to solve a range of problems.
3. Acquire, synthesis and integrate information within a complex professional setting.
4. Think critically and creatively to identify better system solutions within business contexts.
5. Function and work collaboratively with others to solve information technology problems achieving a common goal.
6. Apply informed professional judgements regarding ethical and responsible decision making with consideration of related social responsibilities. 
7. Reflect upon work practices, tools and frameworks for ongoing professional development.
8. Attain international exposure through learning experiences, work-integrated learning, and professional practice through a project whilst in-country overseas, and apply international perspectives in their future professional practice. 

Course Structure

Continuation in the Bachelor of Information Technology International will normally be dependent on the student achieving a WAM of at least 75 in each year of study. Students who do not meet the required average will be transferred to the equivalent Bachelor of Information Technology degree. 

To qualify for award of the degree, the Bachelor of Information Technology International, candidates must complete:

1. The following core subjects:

 2. At least 24 credit points, including CSIT221 International Project, completed overseas at an approved partner institution, for example Singapore Institute of Management or INTI Malaysia.

3. To be awarded with a major, a candidate must satisfactorily complete the core plus four (4) subjects (24 cp) listed for that major. Alternatively students can complete no major and complete 24 credit points of 300-level CSCI or ISIT subjects (not listed above). 12 credit points can be 200-level CSCI or ISIT subjects.

4. To be awarded with a double major, candidates must ensure that four of the subjects selected satisfy the requirements of one major and that a separate set of four subjects satisfy the requirements of a second major; i.e. any subject counted towards one major cannot also be counted towards a second major.

5. A maximum of 60 credit points of first year subjects.

6. The remaining credit points can be taken from the School of Computing and Information Technology Subject List or the General Schedule.

The Faculty encourages the development of ICT skills and knowledge in the workplace through industry placement. Completion of ISIT200 Industry placement, which is a minimum of a single 8-week period approved industry placement, assessed in the form of written reports, is highly recommended to all students.

Majors

Candidate enrolled in this degree may choose to major in:

• e-Business
• Social and Digital Innovation
• Network Design and Management
• Web Design and Development

Students may also combine any two of the above majors as a double major (excluding the computing major). To be awarded with a double major, candidates must ensure that four of the subjects selected must satisfy the requirements of one major and that a separate set of four subjects satisfy the requirements of a second major; i.e. any subject counted towards one major cannot be also be counted towards a second major. 

e- Business

 All of the core subjects, plus the four subjects listed below:

Social and Digital Innovation

 All of the core subjects, plus the four subjects listed below:

Network Design and Management

 All of the core subjects, plus the four subjects listed below: 

Web Design and Development

 All of the core subjects, plus the four subjects listed below: 

Credit Arrangements

Credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.

Professional Recognition/Accreditation

The Bachelor of Information Technology is accredited by the Australian Computer Society as meeting the requirements for membership.

Other Information

Further information is available at:
UOW Course Finder
Email: eis@uow.edu.au
Email: Academic Program Director