Bachelor of Information Technology

Information Systems Software Development Interactive Multimedia University-wide majors Unit availabilities are published for each study period and may vary from year to year. Sydney and Melbourne students can only study the Information Systems and Software Development majors. Advanced standing Your previous learning experiences relevant to one or more units in this course may help you reduce the duration of your degree. Recognition of formal and non-formal learning Credit may be awarded to a student for formal learning (gained through full or partial achievement of an accredited qualification or course) or non-formal learning (that takes place through a non-accredited course or program of learning) completed at Southern Cross University or in other learning settings in Australia and/or overseas. Recognition of informal learning Credit may be awarded on the basis of current informal learning (that takes place through work, social, family or leisure activities). To help you identify how much credit you may receive for your related prior learning visit SCU Pathways. An application for advanced standing must be submitted so we can assess your prior learning. Please apply for advanced standing at the same time as you apply for admission into this course, because the amount of credit awarded will determine the sequence of units you will study. course structure MySCU is a student's point of entry to a range of online services and resources that support study and student life. The portal includes unit learning sites and information sites where students can access resources, communication tools and useful links that are integral to their studies. The web-based study environment Blackboard Learn delivers an advanced online learning environment for students and lecturers to communicate and collaborate through virtual meeting spaces, classrooms, and discussion boards. They can share files, presentations and applications. If a tutorial or lecture is recorded, students can view it afterwards. Learning materials include the provision of unit information guides, study guides and readings. Students may need to purchase or access prescribed text books. The SCU Library provides a wide range of services that include face-to-face and online help, and access to print and electronic resources. To find out more, see the Library Toolbox. The Academic Skills team supports student learning by offering online and on-campus academic skills workshops, email, phone, and one-on-one support. Course structure See the University’s Rules Relating to Awards, in conjunction with the Specific Award Rules listed below. Table of contents Course requirements Advanced standing Schedule of units Course progressions Course requirements To be eligible for the award of Bachelor of Information Technology a candidate shall successfully complete not less than twenty four (24) units (288 credit points) comprising: all eight (8) units listed in Part A; and one of: one (1) eight (8) unit major from Part B; or all units from Part C and any four (4) units from Part D or Part E including at least one (1) unit from Part E; and one of: eight (8) elective units chosen from Part F or any University undergraduate degree; or one (1) eight (8) unit University-wide Major A candidate who while enrolled for the Bachelor of Information Technology has completed the requirements for the Associate Degree of Information Technology may elect to be awarded the Associate Degree of Information Technology following removal from candidature for the Bachelor degree. Advanced standing Candidates who have completed an Associate Degree of Information Technology or equivalent may be granted advanced standing for up to sixteen (16) units. Schedule of units Part A COM00207 - Communication in Organisations CSC00235 - Applications Development ISY10212 - Contemporary Issues in Multimedia and Information Technology ISY00243 - Systems Analysis and Design MAT10251 - Statistical Analysis ISY10209 - Web Development I CSC00240 - Data Communications and Networks ISY00245 - Principles of Programming Part B Information Systems Software Development Interactive Multimedia Part C Part C Part D Part D Part E Part E Part F Part F (Elective Units) Course progressions Students should use course progression information to select units specific to their course and enrol in these units using My Enrolment. Software Development Major Information Systems Major Interactive Multimedia Major Generic (computing) Major Software Development Major - session 2 commencement Information Systems Major - session 2 commencement Interactive Multimedia Major - session 2 commencement Generic (Computing) Major - session 2 commencement Notes Note 1: Internship A and Internship B are both double-weighted units that are usually completed over a 14-week (450 hours) period after the completion of a minimum of 16 units including the Professional Development for the Workplace unit (MNG10476). All internship placements must be approved by the Work Integrated Learning Coordinator, prior to commencement. Note 2: Unit CSC00228 Database Systems I is a pre-requisite for taking unit CSC10217 Web Development II. If your course progression indicates that you take CSC10217 before CSC00228, please contact the Course Coordinator to discuss the scheduling of the units. Top Domestic students International students Confirm you meet the entry requirements including English language and academic entry and any specific pre-requisites. Apply Online Southern Cross University accepts applications directly through the International Application for Admissions form or via our online application services. Additional information on how to apply is available at SCU International. Please note applicants from some countries need to go through an Education Agent.